It is a hugely popular resolution. Whether at the start of a new year or as an evergreen aspiration, more “work-life balance” is a widely sought-after, self-help goal—but is it even achievable, and if so, what does it look like? For answers to these and other questions, we reached out to Dr. Beau A. Nelson, DBH, LCSW, ... Read More
Expert Columns
FHE Health recognizes that our strength comes from the amazing team members that comprise us. Our team of experts range from administrative to neurological doctors. Our experienced team is not only leading the industry in client care, but also informing our articles and regularly contributing articles to this section. When it comes to explaining Neuro Rehab or HIPPA compliance, there is no better place to go than our experts in these fields.
“Work-Life Balance”: Is It Achievable?
Holiday Intervention Tips from a Certified Interventionist
The holidays are notorious for being rife with addiction and mental health triggers—so much so that holiday interventions are a bit of a running joke. Just ask FHE Health National Outreach Liaison Melissa Davis. In a recent interview, she shared, “A person who is actively showing symptoms of their addiction could be ... Read More
What to Know if You Were Drugged: Tips from an Expert
Every year, Americans become victims of a drugging, and some of them lose their lives. The exact number of these crimes is hard to obtain, mainly due to factors like the underreporting on the part of the victims and the highly anecdotal nature of druggings linked to robbery. (These crimes may make headlines in ... Read More
What Makes a Good Therapy Dog for First Responders? An Expert’s Take
Last fall, we featured the below interview with Dean Moreno on the question of what makes a good therapy dog for first responders. Moreno, an expert on the topic, is probably best known as Oscar the Therapy Dog’s owner and handler. (Catch Moreno’s exciting news about Oscar.) Since Moreno will again be heading the ... Read More
The Benefits of EMDR for First Responders, from an Expert
FHE Health has begun providing intensive EMDR (“Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing”) as part of its specialized inpatient treatment program for first responders. The Shatterproof Intensive EMDR Program includes one EMDR resourcing group session, an intensive EMDR workbook for customizing individual goals, and ... Read More
Overcoming Mental and Physical Disabilities: War Hero Shilo A. Harris
October is Disability Awareness Month. It’s an opportunity to educate the public about the accomplishments of those who live with disabilities. One of those people is Shilo A. Harris, whose heroism in the face of extreme adversity is an inspirational way to celebrate the theme of this month. (You can find more of ... Read More
Porn Addiction and Mental Health: An Expert’s Insights
Porn is a booming industry, both in the U.S. and around the world, and if recent statistics are any indication, porn consumption and addiction are on the rise. That has psychologists concerned—but why? It’s a complex question, one best left to experts like Dr. Sachi Ananda, Ph.D., LMHC, MCAP. As a mental health and ... Read More
This National Recovery Month: One Expert’s Challenge
September is National Recovery Month, and according to SAMHSA, it started in 1989 as “a national observance held every September to promote and support new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, the nation’s strong and proud recovery community, and the dedication of service providers and communities who make ... Read More
