Lioness Healing and Wellness LLC

10/31/2025

👻 October is both spooky season and Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🎀

There’s nothing scarier than the unknown—so take charge of your health before it gives you a fright! Regular breast exams and mammograms are your best defense against breast cancer, helping catch anything unusual before it becomes a real monster. Take a few minutes this month to do a self-exam, schedule your screening, and remind your friends to do the same. Because when it comes to your health, there’s nothing more boo-tiful than being proactive. 💕🎃🕷️

10/29/2025

💭 Anxiety is real. You’re not alone.
It’s your body’s alarm system—sometimes helpful, sometimes overwhelming. Racing thoughts, tension, or a racing heart? That’s anxiety signaling your nervous system is on high alert.

✅ Quick tips to calm it:

* Deep breathing
* Grounding exercises
* Short movement breaks
* Structured routines
* Talk to someone you trust or a mental health professional

Remember: feeling anxious doesn’t mean you’re weak—it means you’re human. 🌿💛

10/28/2025

🎀 Early detection saves lives — and protects peace of mind. 🧠

Scheduling that mammogram or doing a self-exam can feel intimidating, but knowledge is empowering. Catching breast cancer early not only gives the best chance for effective treatment—it also eases the anxiety of the unknown. Taking care of your physical health is taking care of your mental health. When you prioritize screenings, you’re not just protecting your body—you’re nurturing your sense of safety, control, and hope. 💕

10/15/2025

"You are magnificent beyond measure, perfect in your imperfections, and wonderfully made" — Abiola Abrams

Don’t forget to give yourself a little love today 💛

10/05/2025

Did you know we offer primary care at Lioness Healing and Wellness? 🩺

⭐️ In addition to our trusted psychiatric services, we now provide compassionate, whole-person primary care to better support your health and well-being.
⭐️ Bridget Latimer, NP brings over ten years of healthcare experience in both primary care and emergency care to our practice. She believes in a collaborative approach between the patient and their healthcare team to provide the best possible care.

⭐️ Call us at 540.616.2312 to schedule or for more information!

10/01/2025

🎀 October marks the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

At our practice, we believe in caring for the whole person — mind and body. Early detection not only saves lives, but compassion, community, and support make the journey easier to face.

This month, let’s stand together in strength, spread awareness, and remind one another: your health matters, inside and out. 💗

📅 Talk to your provider about screenings.
💬 Reach out for support — no one fights alone.

Call us to schedule an appointment for either primary care or psychiatric care - or both! 540-616-2312

09/30/2025

😴 Struggling with Sleep? Try These Natural Options! 🌙✨

Getting good rest is one of the best things you can do for your brain and body—but so many of us have trouble winding down at the end of the day. If you want to support your sleep naturally, here are some options to try:

🌿 Magnesium glycinate or magnesium threonate – helps calm the nervous system and relax muscles.
☕ Cut off caffeine – stop coffee, tea, or energy drinks at least 6–8 hours before bedtime.
🛁 Warm bath or shower – the drop in body temperature afterward signals your brain it’s time for sleep.
📵 Blue-light break – turn off screens 1 hour (minimim) before bed, or use blue-light blocking glasses. Try reading, journaling, or listening to music instead!
🍒 Tart cherry juice – naturally contains melatonin, the hormone that regulates your sleep cycle.
🌼 Herbal supports – chamomile tea, lavender, lemon balm, or passionflower may help with relaxation.
🕰️ Consistent routine – going to bed and waking up around the same time every day trains your body’s internal clock.

Remember: little changes add up! Pick one or two of these habits to start with, and see how your sleep improves over time.

Still need help sleeping? Give us a call to schedule an appointment! 540.616.2312

05/23/2025

Two things can be true.

05/10/2025

05/09/2025

Happy Friday! 🌼

05/05/2025

Anxiety can show up in ways we don’t always expect.

It’s not just racing thoughts or panic attacks - it’s also fatigue, trouble concentrating, or even feeling more irritable than usual.

These lesser-known signs are just as real, just as important to recognize, and just as deserving of compassion.

If you see yourself in any of these experiences, you are not alone — and you are not “too sensitive” or “overreacting.” Your mind and body are trying to protect you.

Awareness is the first step toward healing. Support is out there — and healing is possible.
Let’s keep talking about mental health with openness, honesty, and hope.

You are stronger than your anxiety. You are worthy of peace.

05/01/2025

May is Mental Health Awareness Month!

Let’s break the stigma and start having open conversations about mental health. One in five Americans experiences a mental health condition, but it's often hidden. Let's make it okay to talk about our struggles and support each other!