Blog – Medens Health

What You Need to Know About Anxiety

Anxiety is incredibly common—affecting 19.1% of U.S. adults and an even higher 31.9% of adolescents, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. It’s also more prevalent in women (23.4%) than men (14.3%). Whether it’s worrying about the future, overthinking conversations, or feeling a constant sense of unease, anxiety can affect every aspect of life.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

January 16, 2025

Giving Change a Chance

Whether it’s finding a new job, leaving a toxic relationship, or even switching up your daily routine, the thought of change can feel overwhelming—or even impossible. Here’s a comforting truth: you’re not alone. Humans are wired to resist change.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

January 9, 2025

How to Set Intentions for the New Year

As the new year begins, many of us start thinking about how we want the next twelve months to look. Goals and resolutions often take center stage—lose weight, save money, get organized. But what if there was a better way to approach growth and change this year?

Erin Kerns Vazquez

January 2, 2025

Do Your Goals Match Your Motives?

As the New Year approaches, many of us start reflecting on what we want to achieve in the months ahead. Resolutions, vision boards, and goal-setting often dominate conversations at this time of year. But before you commit to a list of goals, it’s worth asking: Are your goals truly aligned with your deeper motives?

Erin Kerns Vazquez

December 26, 2024

Medens Health Announces Adoption of Creyos

Elevating Patient Care with the Creyos System: Integrated Cognitive Assessments in our Practice

Erin Kerns Vazquez

December 20, 2024

The Therapeutic Alliance: What It Is and Why It Matters

In therapy, one of the most critical factors for success isn’t just the treatment method or the number of sessions—it’s the quality of the relationship between the therapist and the client. This relationship, known as the therapeutic alliance, is the foundation of effective therapy.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

December 19, 2024

The Myth of Closure

From an early age, we’re taught by movies and TV that all problems should be neatly wrapped up by the end of the episode or movie. In real life, closure doesn’t work that way, and this perception can create unhealthy expectations about grief, healing, and moving forward after trauma or loss. Closure is not a one-size-fits-all solution, but an ongoing journey of healing and growth.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

December 12, 2024

How to Pull Out of an Emotional Spiral

We’ve all been there—you're going about your day, and suddenly, something triggers a strong emotional reaction. This is completely normal, and it’s something most of us experience. The good news is that emotional spirals don’t have to take over. With the right strategies, you can learn to recognize when you're spiraling and take steps to regain control.

Erin Kerns Vazquez

December 5, 2024