Abundant Wellness

10/01/2024

Sound familiar? Here are some tips to calm your mind.
~ 4-7-8 Deep Breathing: Take slow deep breaths. Inhale 4 counts, hold 7 counts, exhale 8 counts.

-Get outside: Spend time outdoors, whether in your backyard, walking your neighborhood, finding a park or seeking out a trail. Just being outside can be soothing and grounding. It also helps your body naturally absorb Vitamin D from the sun rays.

~Organize: A cluttered space can lead to a cluttered mind. Spend a few minutes tidying up your surroundings.

~Limit caffeine and sugar: Reducing stimulants can help prevent anxiety and promote a more relaxed, natural state.

03/14/2023

Upcoming Women’s Event sponsored by The Family Center of Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods held @ The GP War Memorial. All female panel of experts!

02/24/2023

This article on trauma is the first in a series that will be written by fellow Grosse Pointe therapist Lynn Walsh 💚

Our latest newsletter with:

*Ask the Experts: Roadmaps: A path to security in the face of trauma by Lynn Walsh, MS, LLP --This article on trauma is the first in a series that will be written by Lynn Walsh

*Links to articles and podcasts/videos on coping with grief and trauma

*Flyers for our upcoming events

https://familycenterweb.org/content.aspx?page_id=722&club_id=968970&emtid=214749797186&mtid=542167557041&ht=0

02/15/2023

PSA based on various calls and texts I’ve received over the past couple of days:

Whether your child is 5, 15, or 25+ if they want to sleep with parents/caregivers following tragedy or grief IT IS 💯 OK and NORMAL. They are seeking comfort and a safe space-especially at night. As a parent/caregiver, if that means your bedroom, I encourage you to meet this need.

If your bed isn’t big enough or it makes you uncomfortable, have them drag bedding into your room for a good old fashioned slumber party. Provide them with the sanctuary they need right now. These are unchartered waters for many and a trigger of past traumas for others. Be their beacon.

02/15/2023

05/21/2020

🥇 Gold Medal Advice 🥇

Olympic swimming champion Michael Phelps has been open about managing his mental health. During the coronavirus pandemic, he continues to encourage others to seek help. In this as-told-to with ESPN's Wayne Drehs, Phelps says exercise and therapy help him.

05/20/2020

BCBS & many other insurances are still covering teletherapy costs in full. Reach out to get started.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/online-counseling/48230/138894?sid=5ec55f97775fb&ref=15&tr=ResultsName

https://www.abundantwellnessmich.com/

04/07/2020

BCBS waiving all copays & deductibles for Telehealth sessions. Reach out to schedule a yours today!

https://www.mibluesperspectives.com/2020/03/17/blue-cross-to-cover-the-cost-of-telemedicine-during-covid-19-pandemic/?utm_source=FB-MIBP&utm_medium=You&utm_campaign=BCBSITCOM_DPO_BP&utm_content=Telemedicine_COVID_Covered

Telehealth medical benefits are encouraged as doctor’s offices and emergency rooms will likely become strained with COVID-19 patients.

03/21/2020

💗Thank You💗

03/16/2020

Good evening. I’ve spent the past few days consulting with medical personnel and fellow colleagues about continuing to see clients face to face. As a result of the ever growing precautionary measures being taken to flatten the curve against Covid-19, I am choosing to move all sessions to a phone or Telehealth platform until further notice. Thank you for your understanding as we navigate these uncertain times.

Wishing you safety & wellness,

Amy

03/05/2020

01/29/2020

Way to go Lansing PD! Hopeful this kicks off a more widespread trend with law enforcement agencies everywhere.

Lansing Police Department hired a social worker to be embedded with officers and handle mental health, homelessness and substance abuse issues.