United Healing Center

08/22/2024

Hi Friends, Family, and Community,

Please read and consider donating to help support my dear Aunt Wendy. She was the pillar of our family all throughout my childhood, but with many years of recent struggle, she became homeless and we lost contact with her. We’ve now been reunited and my mom has been diligently helping her get into stable housing. Any donation means so much to our family - thank you!

My sister Wendy has endured unimaginable hardship over the past s… Melanie Vallee needs your support for Support Wendy: A Journey from Homelessness to Healing

11/08/2023

🌟 Exciting News! Join Us for an Unforgettable Journey - EFT Practitioner Levels 1 & 2 Training in Beautiful Kirkland, WA 🌟

We are thrilled to announce our first in-person event, and it's one you won't want to miss! Experience the transformative power of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) up close and personal in the picturesque surroundings of Kirkland, WA.

Event Highlights:

Date: December 8 - 10, 2023
Time: 10 AM - 6 PM
Location: Kirkland, WA | Exact location TBA
Hosts: Aspen Vallee & Melanie Vallee
To Register: Visit https://unitedhealingcenter.org/events or email [email protected]

Why This Event Is a Must-Attend:

Limited-Time Offer: Secure your spot now and enjoy the exclusive rate of just $399 until November 19th. After that, the price returns to the regular $799, and spots are limited. Don't wait – seize this opportunity to become an EFT Practitioner!

Any donations beyond the course fee will be dedicated to supporting single mothers, providing them with the opportunity to attend our life-changing EFT Trainings. Your contribution can help change lives, and we're grateful for your support in making a positive impact in our community.

Join us for this unforgettable event in Kirkland, WA, where you'll embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and transformation to help both yourself and your clients. It's time to create a brighter, more fulfilling future. See you there! 🌞

01/07/2023

The ways in which we protected ourselves from trauma may have been sensible at the time. But they often hold us back later and becoming aware of them helps us break free of them.

It’s crucial to identify, evaluate, and revise probably outdated defenses.

01/03/2023

Many of the thoughts that cause us pain are irrational. Therapy can help us to realize this and reduce their influence on us.

Cognitive distortions are irrational thought patterns that can habituate negative thinking. Review causes, types, and treatment options here.

12/31/2022

Some of the terminology around addiction and substance abuse disorders has changed in recent years. This article explains the most common phrases and what they mean for treatment.

Drug dependence is now referred to as substance use disorder. Here’s what you need to know about this condition.

12/28/2022

"High-functioning" is a phrase some people use when symptoms of depression don't match their stereotype of it. But those cases are still serious and can be improved through mental health services.

'High-functioning' depression is not a clinical diagnosis but is instead a lay term for hidden depression that goes unnoticed. Learn the signs and what you can do.

12/24/2022

Mental health treatments can help teens whose problems vary in severity. But it's always better to intervene early rather than late.

The U.S. surgeon general issued a rare public advisory in December, warning of a “devastating” mental health crisis among American teens. Symptoms of depression and anxiety for children and adolescents have doubled during the COVID pandemic. Special correspondent Cat Wise reports on why accessin...

12/21/2022

Some people abuse substances as a way of trying to mitigate the effects of depression, but will end up worse in the long run. Clinical treatment for substance abuse disorders can help people develop better coping mechanisms while they safely stop abusing drugs.

People with depression may try to cope with feelings like sadness, loss, and anger on their own by “self-medicating” (engaging in substance abuse as a form of medication). Learn how to recognize forms of self-medication and to understand how substance abuse is related to depression and other psy...

12/17/2022

Genetics play a role in a person's vulnerability to addiction, but they aren't the only one. There are may factors, and understanding them is important for prevention and treatment.

What makes one person more susceptible to addiction than another?

12/14/2022

Depression is a varied disease, and different forms of it can last for a long time. However, chronic depression can still be manageable.

This article explores the symptoms, causes, and diagnosis of chronic depression, as well as some treatment options and coping strategies that may be helpful.

12/10/2022

Social media has helped many teens become more familiar with conversations about mental health, but those conversations are often entry-level or unreliable. There's no substitute for professional help.

TikTok has now become a platform for thousands of healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, therapists, and mental health advocates, who use the app's widespread reach to talk to audiences about everything from depression to ADHD.

12/07/2022

People recover from substance abuse disorders when they feel internally motivated to do so. That is often difficult because of how addiction changes the brain's way of processing rewards, but it is possible through professional treatments.

We’re vulnerable to getting hooked on anything that helps us feel better.