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The Impact of Sleep Deprivation: Unraveling the Hidden Symptoms

In today’s fast-paced world, achieving a restful night’s sleep can often feel like a luxury rather than a necessity. Sleep deprivation, a widespread concern, can wreak havoc on both your physical and mental health. We will delve into the various symptoms of sleep deprivation and explore its connections with mood disorders, while also offering guidance […]

Fight, flight, freeze, fawn: the four types of trauma response for people who are traumatized with traumatic events

The 4 Trauma Responses: Fight, Flight, Freeze, Fawn

Mental health is a vital aspect of our overall well-being, and it is essential to prioritize it. Unfortunately, many people struggle with mental health issues, and one area that has gained significant attention in recent years is trauma responses. Trauma responses are instinctive and automatic reactions to overwhelming and traumatic events. They are designed to […]

5 Reasons Everyone Should See A Therapist · Valenta Mental Health

5 Reasons Everyone Should See a Therapist

To be honest… most people would rather talk about almost anything else, such as seeing their gynecologist, religious leader, dentist, or even their ex before fessing up to seeing a therapist. Many of my patients report that seeking my assistance evokes feelings of embarrassment, shame, or weakness – and will even whisper when they begin […]

Depression Recovery Program

Do You or a Loved One Suffer from Depression and Anxiety? At Valenta, we understand the pain of living with depression and anxiety. That’s why we’ve designed our Intensive Outpatient Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program to help adults and adolescents find relief and recovery. The program is based on the latest research on depression and […]

Eating Disorder Programs in Rancho, Inland Empire

Eating Disorder Programs

Valenta (“to make powerful”) was established in 2006 to provide world class care and treatment available to assist individuals in their recovery from eating disorders. Valenta has expanded its scope of practice and expertise to include: Treatment and Recovery for Eating Disorders, Treatment and Recovery for Depression and Anxiety, Outpatient Mental Health and Nutritional Services, […]

What are emotional triggers? · Mental Health Treatment · Inland Empire

Examples of Emotional Triggers

Topics or experiences that create emotional distress or discomfort are known as “emotional triggers.” Emotional triggers ‘alert’ us – they let us know what is important to us, and which aspects of our lives may be unsatisfying, frustrating or disturbing. Triggers let us know which areas of our mind or body require nurturing, attuning, and […]

What's The Best Medication to take for Depression & Anxiety

What’s the Best Medication for Social Anxiety and Depression?

When patients ask me this question, I remind them that first and foremost, I am not a medical doctor and as a result, I don’t provide specific medical advice. For questions about specific medications & side effects, I encourage you to seek guidance from your MD/DO or the medical provider who prescribed the medication. The […]

Take Responsibility for Your Own Feelings

Owning Your Feelings

Have you ever wondered what that really means? Have you had a therapist tell you to ‘own your feelings’ but weren’t clear on how to do that or what that looked like? You’re not alone if you’ve felt confused about that! Here are some ideas to help you gain some clarity and understanding on this […]

How to Cope and Manage Stress During Covid

5 Ways to Manage Stress During Covid

While we sincerely hope you will reach out to your therapist or loved ones, Valenta Mental Health for professional help, we know that sometimes it’s not convenient to do that. Things you can do to help manage the stress and anxiety of COVID-19 Minimize reading, watching, or listening to media that increases feelings of excessive […]