Center for Personal Wellness

03/25/2026

Feeling overwhelmed or stuck?

Start here.

Most people don’t need more advice—they need the right tools.

Our Clinical Director Dylan put together a free 15-minute DBT intro to help you understand your emotions and what to actually do with them.

Simple. Practical. Real-life skills.

👉 Watch it here: https://tinyurl.com/DBT-Course

03/24/2026

Welcome to the team, Dana! 🤍

We are so excited to officially welcome Dana Settlage to Center for Personal Wellness as our Psychiatric Care Coordinator.

Dana brings over 15 years of experience in medical office administration and will play an important role in supporting and growing our psychiatric services. She will help ensure a smooth, organized, and welcoming experience for both our clients and providers.

At CPW, we believe that care starts from the very first interaction—and Dana embodies that in the way she shows up.

We’re so glad to have you on our team, Dana!

03/20/2026

Mental health care doesn’t have to happen in silos.

At Center for Personal Wellness, our team includes professionals from multiple disciplines who work together to support the whole person.

Our collaborative team includes:

• Licensed therapists
• Psychiatric medication management
• Registered dietitian nutrition services

This integrated approach allows us to better support the connection between mental health, physical health, and overall well-being.

Because mental health care works best when it considers the whole picture.

03/19/2026

Mental health reminder for today:

Some days productivity looks like finishing your to-do list.

Some days productivity looks like getting out of bed.

Both count.

Mental health isn’t about being productive every moment of the day. Sometimes progress looks quiet, slow, or simply showing up.

Give yourself the same compassion you would give a friend. 💙

03/18/2026

Not sure what kind of mental health support you might need?

Our NEW Comprehensive Mental Health Check-Up is designed to provide clarity.

This one-time evaluation includes evidence-based mental health screenings and a clinical review with a licensed clinician to better understand symptoms, daily functioning, and overall well-being.

A Mental Health Check-Up can help you:

✔ Identify what may be contributing to symptoms
✔ Understand how mental health is impacting daily life
✔ Receive objective data to guide care decisions
✔ Get personalized recommendations for next steps

You’ll receive a written summary of findings and recommendations, helping you decide what type of support may be most helpful.

Think of it like a check-up for your mental health.

Interested in learning more or scheduling a Mental Health Check-Up?
Visit our website to explore this service and request an appointment online.

👉 www.centerforpersonalwellness.com

03/17/2026

Did you know you can schedule a psychiatry appointment online?

At Center for Personal Wellness, our psychiatric provider works collaboratively with our counseling and nutrition teams to support your mental health.

Psychiatric services may help with:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Mood disorders
• ADHD
• Medication management

Scheduling is simple — you can request an appointment directly through our website at any time.

Our goal is to make accessing mental health care as straightforward and supportive as possible.

03/16/2026

March is National Nutrition Month, and on March 11 we celebrated Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day.

At Center for Personal Wellness, we’re grateful for the role nutrition plays in supporting both physical and mental well-being. 🥦

We’d like to recognize Lei Barga, RDN, who provides nutrition counseling to help clients understand the powerful connection between nutrition and mental health.

We’re also proud of Vanessa, who is currently pursuing her path toward becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. As an RDN student and future dietitian, she brings curiosity, passion, and a growing depth of knowledge to our team.

Nutrition plays a powerful role in areas such as:

• Mood and emotional well-being
• Energy levels and focus
• Stress management
• Gut and brain health
• Relationship with food

Through nutrition services at CPW, clients can receive guidance that supports both mental and physical wellness.

Thank you, Lei and Vanessa, for the care and dedication you bring to our clients and team. 💙

03/13/2026

Big news!

We’ve launched a new newsletter called Reimagining Mental Health on Substack.

This space is an extension of the conversations we have every day at the Center for Personal Wellness—sharing thoughtful insights about mental health, practical tools for emotional wellbeing, and reflections on topics like anxiety, trauma, the brain, and personal growth.

Many of our CPW blog posts will now be shared there, along with additional content connected to ElevateU, our platform for learning and growth beyond the therapy room.

If you enjoy learning more about how the mind and emotions work, we’d love for you to join us.

Subscribe here:

A newsletter from the Center for Personal Wellness sharing thoughtful mental health insights, reflections, and practical tools. Part of ElevateU — our space for learning and support beyond therapy.

03/12/2026

Ever wish you had better tools for managing overwhelming emotions?

Our Mastering Emotions: DBT Skills Course, led by CPW therapist Dylan Gillis, teaches practical, evidence-based skills to help you:

✔ Regulate emotions
✔ Manage stress more effectively
✔ Improve communication and relationships
✔ Navigate difficult moments without making them worse

This therapist-led, self-paced online course includes video lessons, skill-building exercises, and downloadable tools you can apply in everyday life.

It’s a skills-based course (not therapy) and can be helpful whether you're currently in counseling or simply want stronger emotional coping tools.

🎁 Early Access Offer:
Watch the free 15-minute introduction to receive $200 off the course.

Start learning practical skills today.

👉 Learn more about this course by checking out the link in our bio.

Center for Personal Wellness offers free e-books that provide some helpful information and tools on improving overall wellness.

03/11/2026

We’re hiring! 🎉

The Center for Personal Wellness is expanding and looking for passionate therapists to join our growing team.

If you’re looking for a role where you can provide meaningful care while enjoying hybrid flexibility, this may be the perfect fit.

We’re currently hiring:

✔ Full-Time & Part-Time Therapists
✔ Hybrid (In-Office + Telehealth)
✔ LPCC • LISW • LSW

At CPW, we’re proud to offer a collaborative, supportive environment where clinicians can grow professionally while making a real impact in the community.

✨ Tag a therapist who might be looking for their next opportunity or share this post!

📩 Apply online today and join our team: https://www.centerforpersonalwellness.com/careers

03/10/2026

Laura often talks with clients about a small but powerful part of the brain called the amygdala.

It’s the brain’s alarm system—the part responsible for detecting threats and activating our fight, flight, or freeze response.

Sometimes, however, this alarm system becomes a little too sensitive, which can contribute to anxiety, OCD, and intrusive thoughts.

In her newest blog post, Laura explains:
• Why intrusive thoughts happen
• What role the amygdala plays in anxiety
• Why the brain tries to “solve” certain thoughts
• How therapy can help retrain the brain

Understanding what is happening in the brain can help reduce fear and shame around these experiences.

Read the full blog here: https://tinyurl.com/mr35mfjs

03/09/2026

March is National Social Work Month 💙

This month we’re recognizing the important role social workers play in supporting mental health, strengthening communities, and helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges.

At Center for Personal Wellness, we’re grateful to have Emily Long, LISW-S and Becki Encinas, LISW-S as part of our team. Their compassion, clinical expertise, and dedication help clients build resilience, gain insight, and work toward meaningful change. 🌱

Social workers bring a unique perspective to mental health care — looking not only at symptoms, but also at the broader systems that influence a person’s well-being, including family, environment, and community support.

At CPW, our team includes professionals from a variety of disciplines, including social work, counseling, nutrition, and psychiatric care, allowing us to provide thoughtful, collaborative support for the individuals and families we serve. 🤝

Thank you, Emily and Becki, for the impact you make every day. 👏