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NY Mental Health Center Expands Services to Include Psychiatry, Partnering with Dr. Michael Genovese

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 18, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — NY Mental Health Center, a premier teletherapy group composed of some of the most highly experienced clinical psychologists in New York State, is proud to announce the launch of psychiatry services in partnership with Dr. Michael Genovese of Genovese Psychiatry Services PC. This collaboration marks a transformative step in delivering comprehensive mental health care to New Yorkers, combining elite psychology services with top-tier psychiatry and medication management.

NY Mental Health Center Partners with Path 2 Potential to Support Families of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

NEW YORK, N.Y., Dec. 9, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The NY Mental Health Center (NYMHC), a leading provider of teletherapy services for New York residents, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Path 2 Potential (P2P), a premier provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This collaboration will create a seamless support system for families navigating the challenges of autism, combining expert teletherapy services with specialized ABA care.

NY Mental Health Center Launches: Providing Elite Teletherapy Services for New York Residents

NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — NY Mental Health Center, a new teletherapy practice offering exceptional mental health care to residents across New York State, is proud to announce its launch. Operating through a collaboration between NY Mental Health Center, the Managed Service Organization (MSO), and Epstein Psychology Services PLLC, the practice will deliver unparalleled access to care through a team of 10 highly experienced, PhD-level psychologists.

Network Connect Recognizes ADHD Awareness Month

WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 29, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — One of Wilmington, Delaware’s leading community non-profit organizations, Network Connect, understands the importance of bringing attention to ADHD during October. “ADHD is often misunderstood, leading to stigma and isolation for those affected,” says community connector and CEO of Network Connect Cierra Hall-Hipkins.

ThriveFEST 2024 at Lutheran Home Celebrates Active Aging, Learning and Community Connection

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., Sept. 24, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Lutheran Home invites the community to discover the art of positive aging at ThriveFEST 2024, celebrating life, learning and longevity. This educational event showcases a 134-year legacy of aging with grace and neighborly care and will deliver valuable insights for everyone – from seniors and caregivers to adult children looking to help their parents enhance their well-being.

John Reitano, MD, Uses Connectomics To Personalize Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Treatment At Delve Psychiatry

LAS VEGAS, Nev., Aug. 28, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As medical science advances, researchers gain a better understanding of how the human body works. The brain is no exception, and a relatively new field of connectomics now analyzes how neurons network with one another within the brain. Board-certified psychiatrist John Reitano, MD, applies this growing body of knowledge to help people with major depressive, anxiety, attention-deficit / hyperactivity (ADHD) and obsessive-compulsive (OCD) disorders and other conditions at Delve Psychiatry in Las Vegas.

Lutheran Home’s ‘Best Friend’s Guide to Dementia’ Series Kicks Off

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., Aug. 7, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Lutheran Home is hosting a complimentary “Best Friends Guide to Dementia” educational series starting this month. The healthcare campus is part of non-profit Lutheran Life Communities and provides the most comprehensive constellation of memory support services, options and resources in Arlington Heights.

Personal Practitioners AZ Announces Use of Objective ADHD Testing Technology for Diagnosis and Treatment

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., July 26, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Personal Practitioners today announces its adoption of QbTest, an objective ADHD test providing clinicians with measurable data for unbiased decision-making and support. The test, created by the global leader in ADHD testing, Qbtech, is the first FDA-cleared solution to aid clinicians when diagnosing and treating ADHD in children, adolescents, and adults.

Grace Gardens Dedication Ceremony at Town & Country Celebrates Two Years of Premier Memory Care in Santa Ana

SANTA ANA, Calif., Sept. 27, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Town & Country Life Plan Community celebrated the two-year anniversary of Grace Gardens Memory Care with a Dedication Ceremony on September 16. Dr. John Stumbo, the president of The Christian and Missionary Alliance, presided over the dedication, which was attended by city officials, business partners, residents, and their families.

Matrix Announces the Successful Sale of BeWell Network, LLC

RICHMOND, Va., BALTIMORE, Md., and NEW YORK, N.Y., July 17, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. (“Matrix”), a leading, independent investment bank, announces that it has advised BeWell Network, LLC (“BeWell” or the “Company”) on its successful sale to H.E.R. Management, LLC. BeWell is a residential and outpatient behavioral health provider focused on the treatment of substance use disorder.

Elevate Your Addiction Treatment Approach: Discover Soberlink’s Groundbreaking Strategies for the Future of Addiction Medicine, Featured in USA Today’s Mental Health Magazine

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., July 13, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Soberlink, a recognized leader in addiction treatment solutions, has been featured in a special edition of USA Today’s Mental Health Magazine focusing on the future of addiction medicine. Soberlink’s state-of-the-art alcohol monitoring system, complete with facial recognition, tamper detection, and AI-powered Advanced Reporting, is defining the future of alcohol addiction treatment.

Abigail Erickson-Torres Announces Departure as Chief Executive Officer of Bryan’s House

DALLAS, Texas, June 5, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Abigail Erickson-Torres is moving on from her role as Chief Executive Officer of Bryan’s House, the nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting at-risk children with special needs in North Texas. After eight remarkable years leading the organization, Erickson-Torres’ tenure will conclude on June 2, 2023. Bryan’s House executives anticipate a smooth transition with little to no impact on the families they serve.

Embrace the Power of Proof: How Documenting Sobriety Can Restore Relationships and Boost Confidence in Addiction Recovery for Mental Health Awareness Month

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., May 1, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In anticipation of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, Soberlink, the leading alcohol monitoring technology for documenting proof of sobriety, is excited to launch its inspiring “Proof is Powerful” initiative. This campaign aims to emphasize the life-changing impact of proving sobriety in healing relationships and bolstering confidence during the recovery process.

Now Available in Audio! ‘The Velocity of Information,’ Mental Health in Trying Times

MADISON, Wis., April 17, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — David P. Perrodin, Ph.D., collaborates with renowned actor Ben Hauck and audio streaming company Spotify to create the audio version of his book “The Velocity of Information – Human Thinking During Chaotic Times.” Utilizing personal interviews and explorations of historical and contemporary events, “The Velocity of Information” gives you an expectation of how both individuals and the masses will behave during different stages of chaos.

Stride Autism Centers and Blank Children’s Hospital Host Successful Free Workshop Series for Autism Caregivers

DES MOINES, Iowa, April 5, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On March 22, 2023, Stride Autism Centers and Blank Children’s Hospital co-hosted a free workshop to help caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The “Orientation to Autism Diagnosis and Treatment” event was designed to provide essential information for parents and other caregivers, with the aim of helping them navigate the challenges of caring for a child with ASD.

Bridgeway’s Chairperson’s Dinner Celebrates Its Supporters

UNION, N.J., March 22, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services, New Jersey’s leading nonprofit mental health and substance use rehabilitation and recovery organization, will host its Annual Chairperson’s Dinner on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 373 Clermont Terrace in Union, N.J.

The Power of Sound to Heal: #1 hit book spreads awareness about how voice and sound therapy can improve health and well-being

MONTREAL, Quebec, Canada, Feb. 13, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Sound Therapy expert Dr. Shelley Snow is launching her new book, “The Power of Sound to Heal” (IBSN 978-0228876915; June, 2022); the book hit #1 for 3 days in a row on Amazon’s KDP charts. It introduces new audiences to the emerging fields of Sound Therapy and Sound Healing. “The Power of Sound to Heal” contains easy-to-learn tools that use sound to promote mental and physical health.

Bikini Empire Announces ‘Dress to Express’ Online Campaign to Raise Awareness of Women’s Mental Health, Self-Care and Individuality

NEW YORK, N.Y. and VANCOUVER, B.C., Dec. 14, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Bikini Empire (BE), a Canadian luxury swimwear line, today announced an international campaign called “Dress to Express” to highlight “dopamine dressing,” a psychological, physiological and physical phenomena that ties how we feel to what we wear. BE’s goal is to educate and inform women that dressing in any type of clothing should focus on the belief that wearing what makes them feel good is more important than how they look.

New Animation Project Tackles Misinformation, Vaccines for Media Literacy Week

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Oct. 18, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Founded by two black doctors who tired of watching patients who looked like them die sicker and younger, Welfie is launching “Booster Troop,” a fun health media literacy initiative that helps underserved children better spot misinformation. It launches October 24 for Media Literacy Week, and it includes a 7-minute animated episode in both English and Spanish, a lesson plan, and other classroom materials. Welfie provides culturally competent health and mental health education and care coordination to schools.

iRxReminder chooses CAREier for medical device support to empower patient population

POTOMAC, Md., Oct. 17, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — iRxReminder, a medication monitoring platform service, recently teamed up with CAREier, the revolutionary medical device communication company, to ensure its patients remain safe and independent. CAREier is revolutionizing medical device communications to finally include the patient.

BHERC Presents Its First Health Matters Film Screening and Panel Focused on Mental Health During The 28th Annual African American Film Marketplace and S.E. Manly Short Film Showcase

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 25, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Black Hollywood Education Resource Center (BHERC) is proud to welcome an incredible lineup of Films, Filmmakers and Healthcare Professionals to the stage of speakers for our 28th Annual Film Festival and First Annual Health Conference: “SUPLLEMENTALLY”: Mastering Mental and Brain Health After the Pandemic Across the Globe: Recovery, Healing, Hope, Reimage, taking place August 27, 2022, Cinemark 18 & XD, 6081 Center Drive, Los Angeles and virtually.

Hit Psychology Book Gets Updated Edition

BOSTON, Mass., Aug. 10, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “Calm & Sense: A Woman’s Guide to Living Anxiety Free,” the hit novel by psychologist Wendy Leeds (Calm Day Publishing, ISBN 978-0999901526), has an updated edition out with new updated studies and information. In honor of the new edition, there will be a limited time sale on the ebook version of the book across platforms.

Stride Autism Centers Expands Its Presence in Illinois with New Orland Park Location

ORLAND PARK, Ill., July 19, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Committed to assisting preschool aged children with autism and their families, Stride Autism Centers (“Stride”) is proud to announce the opening of a brand new location in Orland Park, Illinois. Enrollment is now open for children ages 2 to 6 at this new center.

Dementia Map Plans for Future Growth Through New Affiliate Program

PORTLAND, Ore., May 24, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — JADCOM Media LLC announced today that its Dementia Map Global Resource Directory, which includes an Events Calendar, Glossary, and more, now offers an Affiliate Program. Dementia Map Global Resource Directory is free for visitors to search for dementia-related and other caregiving resources.

New Book ‘The Velocity of Information’ Discovers Humans’ Breaking Point During Chaos

MADISON, Wis., April 11, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “The Velocity of Information – Human Thinking During Chaotic Times” (ISBN: 978-1475865455), authored by David P. Perrodin, Ph.D., and published by Rowman & Littlefield, rigorously clarifies and deepens how we think about societal human behavior and mental health during days, weeks, months, or even years of chaos. This is an invigorating scholarly work for all audiences.

New Centers for Children with Autism Open in Omaha and Lincoln, with Additional Centers Planned for 2022

OMAHA, Neb., March 10, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stride Autism Centers (“Stride”), a provider of evidence-based therapy for preschool-age children with autism, is thrilled to announce two new convenient locations in Nebraska. Enrollment for children ages 2-6 has begun for the Lincoln clinic, located at 4545 S 86th St, Suite 101, and for the Omaha clinic, located at 310 Regency Pkwy #115.

Great Speech Inc. Strengthens Its Presence Nationwide with Medicare Enrollment

HOLLYWOOD, Fla., March 10, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Great Speech Inc., a national virtual speech therapy company committed to improving health equity for America’s underserved seniors, today announced its affiliated clinical group Great Therapy Group LLC, has significantly increased the breadth and depth of its provider network nationwide by receiving its own Medicare number.

Doctor with an Autism Podcast Believes We Are All on The Autism Spectrum and It Is About Living with Autism, Not Trying to Fix It

PHOENIX, Ariz., Feb. 23, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Otherness Podcast is a narrative exploring and engaging autism through experienced stories from those who have lived with it. Dr. Todd Peter Levine, a psychiatrist with a brother with autism, presents conversations, concepts and guests covering an array of interactions and experiences from those with or close to autism.

Fairport Wealth Announces 2022 Community Beacon Recipient

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Feb. 15, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Fairport Wealth is pleased to announce Beech Brook, a local behavioral health agency that empowers children and their families, as its 2022 Community Beacon. It is especially important to support the mental health needs of children and adolescents this year, and we are proud to assist Beech Brook’s mission.

A New Mental Health App Has Arrived! The Mavin App

MILWAUKEE, Wis., Jan. 31, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Today, a Wisconsin startup, 3oi LLC announces the launch of the Mavin App, a mental health app to help the world conquer mental health in addition to supporting and educating the masses. Furthermore, the 3oi team is also proud to publicize that we are onboarding participants to the Conscious Venture Lab Cohort 8 Accelerator program.

Neuro Diverse Living Announces the Launch of Their New Brand Name, Front Porch Cohousing: A Neuro-Inclusive Community by NDL

BUCKS COUNTY / LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., Jan. 18, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Front Porch Cohousing is excited to announce the launch of their new brand and the inspiration behind that change. As a cohousing community of private homes clustered around shared space, Front Porch Cohousing will intentionally design spaces to create opportunities for those with and without neuro or cognitive disabilities to build meaningful and lasting relationships.

Stride Autism Centers Brings Its Center-Based ABA Therapy to Nebraska

LINCOLN, Neb., Oct. 19, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stride Autism Centers (“Stride”), a mission-driven provider of evidence-based therapeutic interventions for preschool children with autism, is excited to announce a new location in Lincoln, Nebraska. Located at 4545 S 86th St, Suite 101, Stride is eager to begin supporting families across Southeastern Nebraska and has already opened enrollment for children ages 2-6.

Compassion Prison Project and CA Surgeon General Dr. Nadine Burke-Harris Raise ACE Awareness in CA Prison

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 23, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Compassion Prison Project (CPP) piloted its innovative new series “Trauma Talks,” an educational video program with accompanying workbook this week. CPP’s mission is to create trauma-informed prisons and communities by bringing trauma awareness education and proven healing modalities to the men and women living and working in prison.

Spodak Dental Group’s Use of ‘Laughing Gas’ Helps Patients Who Suffer from Depression

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Sept. 8, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Spodak Dental Group team is committed to helping their patients not only achieve their smile goals, but also their overall comfort in and out of the dental chair. While nitrous oxide has been offered as an effective treatment for anxious or fearful patients, it has now been shown to help with patients who suffer from depression.

youturn and First Sun Partner to Provide EAP clients with Innovative Substance Misuse Support

GREENVILLE, S.C., Sept. 2, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — youturn, the world’s largest platform of evidence-based and therapist led video content for Stress, Anxiety, and Substance Misuse, announced a partnership with First Sun EAP. Through the partnership, youturn and First Sun will co-market services to help enterprises decrease employee stress and anxiety while increasing resilience and productivity.

Grace Gardens Memory Care Opens This Summer

SANTA ANA, Calif., July 21, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Town & Country Life Plan Community announces the grand opening of Grace Gardens, a $25 million memory care community featuring one of the largest outdoor garden courtyards in Orange County. The nonprofit community offers residency for approximately 80 residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia in four distinct neighborhoods.

While More and More Tampa Bay-Based Organizations Focus On Mental Health and Wellness, GTE Financial Has Been On Board For Years

TAMPA, Fla., May 27, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — GTE Financial recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month by celebrating the importance of access to mental health services. Mental Health has been an important topic for GTE Financial for several years and during the pandemic, this important initiative proved to be an essential benefit.

Inaugural Run Across America For Trauma Awareness (#RAAFTA) Event

LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 19. 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Media Alert: June 19 – 27 2021 — Compassion Prison Project (CPP) is very pleased to announce their Inaugural Run Across America For Trauma Awareness (#RAAFTA) fundraising event in partnership with Be The Good. The objective is to run a cumulative 3,000 miles.

Dr. Bruce Perry and Compassion Prison Project (CPP) Uncovering the Hidden Truth of Childhood Trauma Within Prisons

LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 18, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Reflecting on his new book with Oprah Winfrey, “What Happened to You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience and Healing,” Dr. Perry sits down this week for an in-depth conversation with Compassion Prison Project Founder and award-winning film producer Fritzi Horstman.

Stride’s Evidence-Based Autism Therapy Now Available at Four Iowa Locations

DES MOINES, Iowa, May 6, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Stride Autism Centers (“Stride”), a mission-driven provider of evidence-based therapy for children with autism, today announced that it has expanded to serve families at four centers throughout Iowa. Stride is now actively enrolling clients at all four locations, including Clive and Johnston in the Des Moines metro area, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport in the Quad Cities.