Women's Wellness for Mind and Body
Women today face unique challenges throughout their lives. Every stage of a woman’s life is accompanied by specific mental and physiological changes that require attention and support from other women. Fair Oaks Therapeuticum offers Women’s Wellness for Mind and Body to support women with strategies that promote optimum mental and physical health. Women have always been the nurturers and relationship builders but so often focus their gifts on others and forget their own needs.
Stress and fatigue are two health concerns of many women throughout their lives. By learning the mindfulness and relaxation strategies that mind-body experts use, you will be better equipped to contend with everyday stressors and keep chronic tension from wreaking havoc on your mental and physical health. Studies suggest that long-term stress contributes to depression and anxiety disorders, weight and metabolic problems, auto-immune illness, chronic fatigue, increased sensitivity to pain, memory loss, among other problems. Women may also be particularly sensitive to stress-related ailments such as irritable bowel syndrome and tension headaches. Meanwhile, boosting your energy levels – through natural approaches such as breath work, yoga, a rainbow diet and better sleep hygiene – may work wonders in enriching your overall quality of life.
To round out your life-long self-care routine, certain vitamin and mineral supplements can safeguard your mind and body against common problems and disorders. Whether your life requires a micro-adjustment to balance your inner and outer demands or you need to reset and alleviate specific symptoms or disorders, Women’s Wellness for Mind and Body is your ally in developing new healthful rhythms that support us to live a longer and healthier life.
Women’s Wellness for Mind and Body incorporates research from functional medicine, Dr. Andrew Weil’s work on natural health, and the body of research and practices pioneered by the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. Our own recommendations are evidence based and tailored to the specific needs and situation of each woman.
During the course of treatment each woman will receive interventions from highly trained therapists who work as a team to affect best outcomes. The following assessments and treatments can be part of your prescription for a healthier, happier you:
Mind/Body Evaluation
Health Assessment & Testing
- Assessment of mind and body using psychological and medical screening inventories
- Life-cycle assessment
Treatment Plan
- Diet and exercise planning
- Weight-loss guidance
- Mindfulness training
- Relationship counseling
- Dream analysis
- Hypnosis
- CES (Cranial electro-stimulation)
- Yoga therapy and yoga classes
- Massage therapy
- Biomedical interventions
- Referrals to medical practitioners and psychologists as needed
Maintenance Plan
- Periodic re-evaluation to address changing life circumstances
- Supportive therapies on an as needed basis
- Workshops and individual consultations
Last modified on 01.17.10
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