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Top 8 Somatic Experiencing Exercises

Let’s chat about something quite extraordinary—somatic experiencing exercises. It’s a form of therapy that can seem almost mysterious in its simplicity and profound in its effects. So, what is Somatic Experiencing, and why is it such a powerful tool in the world of mental health and emotional regulation? What Is Somatic Experiencing? Developed by Dr. […]

Neurodivergent Mental Health Care: A New Look

Imagine walking into a room with multiple radios playing. However, every radio station is tuned to a different genre. Now instead of music, they’re broadcasting thoughts, feelings, and perceptions, and want you to engage. In a similar fashion, a neurodivergent individual experiences a multitude of thoughts and sensory inputs simultaneously. It is a mind that […]

Who Diagnoses Mental Illness?

When we talk about who diagnoses mental illness, we often think of the process as something far removed from our daily experiences. However, it’s closer to home than many of us realize. Mental illnesses are real, common, and treatable conditions that can affect anyone, regardless of age, culture, or socioeconomic status. And diagnoses can happen […]

Understanding Betrayal Trauma

Today, we’ll explore the intricate world of betrayal trauma. This condition, perhaps less talked about than other forms of psychological and mental health, is profoundly impactful and deserves our attention. Can Betrayal Cause Trauma? Absolutely, betrayal can indeed lead to trauma. When someone we trust deeply, such as a partner, friend, or family member, violates […]

What Causes Borderline Personality Disorder?

In the world of mental health, understanding is the first step toward healing. Today, we delve into the complex, multifaceted world of borderline personality disorder (BPD). First and foremost, we want to cover what causes borderline personality disorder. But we also want to get into its everyday reality, and the path toward managing it. What […]

The Need for Mental Health IOP in Orange County

Mental health challenges have been on the rise, with the stresses of modern life, economic pressures, and the aftermath of public health crises taking a toll. In Orange County, as in many parts of the world, there’s a growing recognition of the need for comprehensive mental health services that are both effective and adaptable to […]

Symptoms of Histrionic Personality Disorder

In the wide range of human personality, there’s a bit of a spectrum that expands from the quietly introspective to the vibrantly expressive. Somewhere along this spectrum lies a pattern of behavior that can be as bewildering as it is flamboyant: Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD). Here we explore what it is and some of the […]

Depression Treatment Center Orange County

LIDO Wellness Center is a leading anxiety and depression treatment center that works with individuals suffering from all forms of anxiety and depression. Our team has the depth of experience and knowledge to properly evaluate your individual condition, make an accurate diagnosis, and create an effective treatment plan that is tailor-made for you. We use […]

Why Am I So Anxious?

Anxiety is like a persistent background noise, a subtle yet unrelenting hum that colors every moment. It’s like radio static playing in the background—always there, sometimes barely noticeable … until it is. Very noticeable. Anxiety is capable of crescendoing without warning, drowning out clarity and harmony, and just about everything else. Just as the static […]

Understanding the Types of Nervous Breakdowns

It is thrown around casually enough. TV, books, social media—we hear about the infamous nervous breakdown. It conjures images of a person suddenly incapacitated by an invisible weight, unable to meet the demands of daily life. But what does it really mean? And more: what are the types of nervous breakdown? Let’s walk through the […]