In a world where anxiety disorders affect over 40 million American adults annually, finding effective, accessible relief is more critical than ever. At American Behavioral Clinics, we champion holistic approaches to mental health, and one of the most powerful tools is right at your feet: exercise. Research consistently shows that [...]
When seeking support for mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress, choosing the right therapeutic approach is essential. If you're weighing group therapy vs. individual therapy, understanding their key differences and benefits is essential. At American Behavioral Clinics, we offer both group therapy and individual therapy to meet the diverse needs [...]
When life feels overwhelming and you’re struggling with your mental health, you may find yourself searching for treatment options that fit your needs. For many, an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) provides the perfect balance of structured support and flexibility. At American Behavioral Clinics, we believe IOPs can be a vital step toward healing and [...]
Group therapy offers a powerful way to connect with others, build resilience, and find strength in shared experiences. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or other life challenges, group therapy can provide meaningful support and encouragement. When facing mental health struggles, it’s common to feel isolated. Group sessions allow individuals to see that [...]
Whether it’s better to see a psychiatrist or a psychologist depends on your needs: Psychiatrist: Medical Doctor: Psychiatrists are medical doctors (MDs) who can prescribe medication. Focus: They often focus on the biological aspects of mental health issues, such as chemical imbalances in the brain. Treatment: They typically manage treatment [...]
Advantages of Group Therapy During group therapy, patients meet in a small group with others who may relate to their current condition. Depending on the size and nature of the groups, the setup of group therapy will vary. Typically, groups may have as many as 12 people or as little as 4 people. Groups [...]
If you seem to have problems in your relationships, then interpersonal therapy may help. This therapy may help build stronger bonds with family members and coworkers and help you learn to form new relationships. What is the History of Interpersonal Therapy? The first research study using interpersonal therapy was conducted at Yale University in 1969, [...]
Occupational therapists work in multiple capacities to help people both physically and mentally recover from both physical injury, mental trauma, and health issues. They realize that by engaging in purposeful tasks, people in a state of recovery can often affect positive outcomes that allow them to achieve or-re-achieve independence, gain new skills, find a new [...]
