Exposure to the sun is associated with positive health outcomes. Higher levels of vitamin D are associated with a reduction in mental and physical health symptoms, including protection against cancer development such as melanoma (Raymond-Lezman & Riskin, 2023; Wang et al., 2023). Additionally, vitamin D has been shown to reduce the risk of certain cancers, improve cognitive health, reduce bone disease, as well as reduce the risk of multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis, and psoriasis (Vitamin D, 2024).

When chemicals from personal care products such as makeup, lotions, shampoos and cleansers are applied to the skin, the toxic substances that are included in many skin care lines are absorbed into the body.

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a comprehensive, evidence-based treatment. It is a type of counseling that is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), but it is specially adapted for people who experience emotions very intensely.

Grounding, also called earthing, is a technique some people use to connect their physical bodies to the earth's electrical energy (Oschman et al., 2015).

NutriGenomics is the study of how nutrients, diet and genes interact in our body. Here at Well Mind Body, we partner with Fagron Genomics (previously GX Sciences) to provide nutrigenomics testing. The test consists of a simple cheek swab that can be completed in our clinic or in the comfort of your own home. The swab takes 60-90 seconds.

Here at Well Mind Body Integrative Psychotherapy & Wellness, we offer a range of services designed to cater to your unique mental health needs. Our highly trained therapists offer integrative psychotherapy, mind-body services and Nutrigenomic and Pharmacogenomic Genetic Testing for teens, adults, couples and families.

Both PANS and PANDAS are types of autoimmune disorders that result in basal ganglia encephalitis and are believed to be triggered primarily by infections. These disorders are characterized by the sudden onset of neurologic and psychiatric symptoms preceded by an infection(s).

Allie Lee joins us as a student intern from Houston Christian University. Allie is working towards becoming a fully licensed professional counselor and is supervised by Dr. Elizabeth Miller.

Our daily habits have a profound impact on our brain health. We oftentimes hear about the importance of physical health in terms of wellbeing and longevity, but what about brain health?

By focusing on the six pillars of brain health we can reduce inflammation and reduce our risk for developing mental health issues, brain diseases and chronic health conditions.

It has been well established that even moderate sleep deprivation can lead to cognitive decline (Bubu et al., 2017; Wennberg et al., 2017). Additionally, research has shown that sleep disturbances are comprehensively and independently associated with poor health-related quality of life (Lee et al., 2009).

As someone who has overcome many chronic illnesses and as someone who was told I would never be able to have children because of said chronic health conditions, I am forever grateful to be where I am today with another healthy pregnancy.

The holidays are approaching us! We are all entering a season of transition, dysregulated schedules, time with friends and family, late nights and more interaction than we are probably used to.

Are you someone who has experienced prolonged stress or trauma? If so, you may find yourself in a state of nervous system dysregulation which can present as fight, flight, free, fawn (people pleasing) or black and white thinking patterns. When we find ourselves in a trauma response, our mind and body oftentimes struggle to reconnect after experiencing a trigger.

Did you know there are currently no regulations to guarantee the safety of household cleaners, including laundry detergent?

Cleaning products and laundry detergent do not fall under home products meant for ingestion, so manufacturers do not have to disclose the chemicals used in products in labels.