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Raising Resilient Children in a Competitive World

Long Island parents: Is the pressure cooker of modern childhood burning out your kids? Learn signs of stress, the Yerkes-Dodson curve, and 7 tools to build genuine resilience and balance.

Gordon Gooding

Oct 298 min read

Marijuana and Mental Health: What Long Island Families Need to Know

At Gooding Wellness, we’re seeing more and more young people using marijuana to “manage anxiety” across Long Island, but the truth is, THC-heavy marijuana may actually be making anxiety worse. While marijuana may provide temporary relief from anxious feelings, studies show that chronic or high-potency THC use can increase anxiety symptoms over time.

Gordon Gooding

Sep 75 min read

Unraveling Anxiety with EMDR: A Journey to Healing

EMDR offers hope for anxiety relief by helping reprocess traumatic memories through guided eye movements with a trained therapist.

Gordon Gooding

May 14 min read

Understanding the Flash Technique: A Breakthrough in Processing Traumatic Memories

The Flash Technique helps process traumatic memories with minimal distress, offering rapid, effective relief for healing and emotional well-

Gordon Gooding

Feb 243 min read

Embracing a Play-Based Childhood in the Digital Age

The adoption of handheld devices among the youth coincides with an uptick in mental health issues.

Gordon Gooding

May 28, 20244 min read

The Healing Power of Gratitude: Boosting Mental Health and Nurturing Your Brain

Taking time to acknowledge and appreciate the positive aspects of our lives can have a remarkable impact on our mental well-being.

Gordon Gooding

Nov 16, 20234 min read

Unplugging: Finding Peace in a Busy, Digital World

So what can we do to reduce technology use and focus more attention on the present moment?

Administration

Oct 17, 20233 min read

What is Bilateral Stimulation and how can it help?

In the intricate landscape of the human brain, the left and right hemispheres play distinctive roles in shaping our emotions and...

Gordon Gooding

Oct 3, 20233 min read

Facing Discomfort: Why Prioritizing Mental Health Is Uncomfortable Yet Worth It

Stoic philosopher Marcus Aurelius wrote in his private diary over 2,000 years ago, “The impediment to action advances action. What stands...

Gordon Gooding

May 11, 20234 min read

Self Care Can Look Different for Everyone

In celebration of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, we know it’s important to schedule time regularly to relax and recharge.

Gordon Gooding

Apr 27, 20232 min read

Dealing with Darkness: Five Tips to Keep Your Days Bright

Struggling with dark days? Discover five practical tips to keep your days bright and maintain a positive mindset. Learn effective strategies for managing mental health from the experts at Gooding Wellness.

Gordon Gooding

Nov 9, 20223 min read