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Winter break is usually the first extended period of time since the beginning of the semester that college students say “goodbye” to their dorm/college life. Although some students may be looking forward to this, some may have some reservations about traveling home for the prolonged winter break. The holiday season is typically a time of many magical and joyful experiences; however, it can also cause feelings of stress & anxiety. The following tips may be helpful for college students & their families as they prepare for the winter break.

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Best Wishes to You this New Year!!

The Behavioral Wellness Group remains committed to you in this New Year! Thanks to your continued confidence in us, BWG has expanded with increased Medication Prescribers and Therapists; we have also expanded our services to reach 5 other states (see website for details)!!

CURRENTLY PROVIDING ONLINE THERAPY SERVICES

Accepting New Clients:

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Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons. SAD begins and ends at about the same times every year. Symptoms start in the fall and continue into the winter months, making you feel moody and low energy. Less often, SAD causes depression in the spring or early summer.

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We all like to stay connected via social media outlets and the news. However, this can come at a cost in regards to our daily mood and well being. Have you ever been scrolling through the news, instagram or facebook and noticed that your mood has taken a turn for the worse? If, so you’re not alone. A 2017 Pew Research Center study found that 69% of U.S. adults are social media users (Pew Research Center, 2017). Another study found that people who watched 14 minutes of negative news material had an increase in anxiety and depression compared to a group who watched positive or neutral material (Johnston, 1997). Below are a list of ways to stay connected to others and to recent events in the news without having as much of an impact on your mood:

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Here are some helpful resources for those who are enrolled in our College Mental Wellness IOP or for any student who faces the challenge of managing college life and school.

How to create a study plan

A study plan is an organized schedule outlining study times and learning goals. Just like with work or school schedules, college students should develop a schedule that sets aside dedicated time each week for studying. This schedule should include dates of quizzes, tests, and exams, as well as deadlines for papers and projects.
https://www.intelligent.com/create-a-study-plan

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Best Wishes to You this Fall!

BWG offers hybrid therapy!

The Behavioral Wellness Group remains committed to you! We offer BOTH in person and virtual platforms of therapy. BWG continues to grow to serve your needs:

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August 4, 2021

AREAS OF STRENGTH: Ratings of 5 and 6 over 95%

  • 100% agree that co-workers are pleasant and helpful
  • 100% agree that BWG’s goals and objectives are clearly communicated
  • 100% agree that BWG is managed in a manner that results in optimal outcomes for clients
  • 96.1% are satisfied with the overall leadership of the organization
  • 96.1% agree that BWG’s leadership models open and clear communication practices
  • 96.1% agree that BWG is open to receiving new and original ideas

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August 7, 2021

AREAS OF STRENGTH:

  • 100% of respondents reported overall improvement from intake to 6 months post graduation follow-up with depression scores
  • 100% of respondents reported overall improvement from intake to 6 months post graduation follow-up with anxiety scores • 43% of graduates improved or maintained their depression scores from graduation to 6 months post graduation
  • 43% of graduates improved or maintained their anxiety scores from graduation to 6 months post graduation

  1. The Bloodline Divorce: What is it? Why Does it Happen? - How to Cope
  2. Summer 2021
  3. The Importance of saying “NO"
  4. COVID update for the reopening of the office

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The Behavioral Wellness Group is a counseling center providing therapy and behavioral health services and assessment including chemical dependency/drug addiction treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and other therapies. We also provide mental health or psychological assessments, and psychological,educational and bariatric testing. Providing services to the following communities in Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga and Lake County: Cleveland, Ashtabula, Beachwood, Chardon, Concord, Eastlake, Euclid, Fairport, Geneva, Grand River, Highland Heights, Kirtland, Leroy, Lyndhurst, Madison, Mayfield, Mayfield Heights, Painesville, Pepper Pike, Perry, Russell, Solon, South Euclid, Thompson, Wickliffe, Willoughby, Willoughby Hills, and Willowick, from our offices in Mentor, Ohio.