Wellness in 2024 It’s that time of year when everyone starts thinking about “getting healthy.” Most of us consider “healthy” to be the absence of illness or injury. The World Health Organization defines health as “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” While this […]

Taking the first step to finding a therapist can be intimidating, especially if you don’t know what to expect. It’s natural to feel nervous or uncertain. Remember: Therapy should be a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Connecting with the right therapist is key. So if you don’t feel […]

At the first hint of the weather and seasons changing into fall, I feel contemplative about the transition into a slower time of year and how I can best prepare for the coming “hibernation” that winter will bring. One of my favorite traditional practices is to create Fire Cider, originally inspired by Rosemary Gladstar. With […]

At OIC, we are looking forward to being able to see our clients, patients, and colleagues in person once again. It has been a long time, and we miss the experience of being face-to-face and in the same room, sharing space and energy with each other. However, as health care providers, we are also cognizant […]

Taking measures to address early symptoms of stress, illness, or injury is a hallmark of integrative healthcare. As an integrative health practitioner, I make sure to talk with all of my patients about this. Yet, it was the first thing I neglected at the beginning of staying home. I was in the middle of a […]

Many of us are navigating Telehealth for the first time, including practitioners. This new way of connecting with your provider and receiving care remotely can take some getting used to — and occasionally some troubleshooting. We wanted to offer the following resources to help you navigate Telehealth and make it work for you. The first is […]