Success Behavioral Health
Teresa J. Lynch, PhD, LP, CCHT, CMHIMP
For appointment call:
(989) 615-5989
(989) 615-5989
You are on your way to better health and we can help by
Providing evidence-based and
innovative psychological services focusing
on the
Mind-Body Health Connection
innovative psychological services focusing
on the
Mind-Body Health Connection
What is the mind-body health connection?
The mind and body are closely linked, and their relationship can exert a positive influence on health and quality of life. Attitudes, beliefs and emotional states ranging from love and compassion to fear and anger can trigger chain reactions that affect blood chemistry, heart rate and the activity of every cell and organ in the body — from the stomach and digestive tract to the immune system. Emotions can also affect your body's reaction to stresses and strains, which can cause head and backaches and other physical problems.
We can help ourselves stay healthy by paying attention to our emotional and mental states — including our worries, outlook and moods.
What does improving the mind-body health connection involve?
Many psychological therapies make use of the mind-body connection through stress management, support groups, individual psychotherapy, biofeedback, hypnosis and relaxation techniques. These are designed to improve both emotional and physical well-being. Psychologists often use one or more of these methods to help people live healthy lifestyles and to provide support and guidance to those who are sick.
Treatment that increases the awareness of the mind-body connection can help with:
How can improving the mind-body connection help me?
The mind-body connection treats the whole person by addressing the stresses and difficulties we face, particularly when illness occurs or when we are trying to prevent illness. Psychologists start by working closely with you and if applicable, your health care providers to assess the lifestyles, attitudes and family and environmental supports. We can help you understand the nature and treatment of your difficulties and create a plan to help maximize your psychological and physical well-being.
Psychologists work with you so that you can be active in your own health care choices and decisions. Awareness of the mind-body connection may be helpful in:
The mind and body are closely linked, and their relationship can exert a positive influence on health and quality of life. Attitudes, beliefs and emotional states ranging from love and compassion to fear and anger can trigger chain reactions that affect blood chemistry, heart rate and the activity of every cell and organ in the body — from the stomach and digestive tract to the immune system. Emotions can also affect your body's reaction to stresses and strains, which can cause head and backaches and other physical problems.
We can help ourselves stay healthy by paying attention to our emotional and mental states — including our worries, outlook and moods.
What does improving the mind-body health connection involve?
Many psychological therapies make use of the mind-body connection through stress management, support groups, individual psychotherapy, biofeedback, hypnosis and relaxation techniques. These are designed to improve both emotional and physical well-being. Psychologists often use one or more of these methods to help people live healthy lifestyles and to provide support and guidance to those who are sick.
Treatment that increases the awareness of the mind-body connection can help with:
- Stress and adjustment
- Chronic pain (including fibromyalgia)
- Insomnia
- Weight control
- Smoking cessation
- Substance abuse
- Fatigue
- Depression and Anxiety
- Trauma Disorders and PTSD
How can improving the mind-body connection help me?
The mind-body connection treats the whole person by addressing the stresses and difficulties we face, particularly when illness occurs or when we are trying to prevent illness. Psychologists start by working closely with you and if applicable, your health care providers to assess the lifestyles, attitudes and family and environmental supports. We can help you understand the nature and treatment of your difficulties and create a plan to help maximize your psychological and physical well-being.
Psychologists work with you so that you can be active in your own health care choices and decisions. Awareness of the mind-body connection may be helpful in:
- Reducing missed time from work
- Speeding recovery from illness
- Lessening pain and discomfort
- Shortening hospital stays
- Enabling you and your family to better cope with illness
- Increasing mental alertness and activity
