IWP Blog
Years of working with clients have given us a deep understanding of which integrative health solutions and preventative wellness practices, skills, and strategies are highly effective. We have written and created the following resources based on what we know and what the research shows.
Navigating Life’s Changes: The Importance of Support
Navigating life transitions can be overwhelming, but therapy offers essential support for building emotional resilience and coping with change. By providing a safe space to explore feelings, therapy helps individuals strengthen their well-being and develop the tools to handle future challenges.
Cultivating Spiritual Resilience: Harnessing Your Inner Strength
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, our inner resilience is often put to the test. Yet, amidst the chaos, there lies a profound source of strength waiting to be tapped – spiritual resilience. Unlike physical or emotional resilience, which focus on the tangible and the immediate, spiritual resilience delves into the depths of our being, connecting us to something greater than ourselves.
At the core of spiritual resilience lies the power to find meaning and purpose in the face of adversity. It is the anchor that steadies us amidst life's storms, offering solace and guidance when the path ahead seems uncertain. By nurturing this inner reservoir of strength, we can weather any challenge with grace and courage.
Reducing Anxiety and Stress through Mindful Body Awareness
Discover how to alleviate stress and anxiety through mindful body awareness techniques. Psychotherapist Ryan shares insights and science-backed practices to help you normalize physical sensations, enhance emotional regulation, and cultivate resilience. Dive into mindful breathing, body scan meditations, and Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) to reclaim control over your well-being and navigate life's challenges with calmness and balance.
Cultivating Purpose: Finding Meaning in Daily Life
Explore the profound psychological and emotional benefits of finding purpose in life. Learn how purpose enhances satisfaction, mental and physical health, and resilience against stress. Discover practical steps to cultivate purpose, guided by a psychotherapist's insights, and embark on a transformative journey towards a fulfilling, meaningful, and joyous existence with the A2A program. Take the first step in living a purpose-driven life today.
Enhancing Connections: The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Relationships
Explore the essence of emotional intelligence (EQ) in relationships and discover how the Answer To Adversity (A2A) program can elevate your EQ skills. Uncover strategies for improvement, backed by clinically-proven results, as we delve into the transformative journey of couples like Alex and Jordan. Learn practical, real-world applications to enrich your relational toolkit, turning conflicts into opportunities for growth and connection. Embrace the continuous journey of self-discovery with the A2A program, fostering stronger, more meaningful connections in every aspect of your life.
Unlocking Mindfulness: Your Path to Enhanced Well-Being
Explore the transformative power of mindfulness in the pursuit of emotional resilience and well-being. Learn practical mindfulness exercises from the "Answer to Adversity" (A2A) program, guided by a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 15 years of experience. Discover how mindfulness goes beyond momentary calm, fostering a deeper connection to oneself and surroundings, improving stress response, relationships, and overall mental health. Embark on a mindful journey with A2A, gaining tools and insights for a balanced, resilient, and intentional life.
Finding Your Zen: Dive Deep into Stress Relief with The Calm Blueprint
Discover serenity amidst life's chaos with 'The Calm Blueprint.' This resource provides immediate stress relief through clinically-proven techniques like diaphragmatic breathing and grounding methods. Delve into mindfulness practices to transform stress and anxiety into opportunities for self-connection and empowerment. 'The Calm Blueprint' is your stepping stone to a resilient, composed self—an exclusive preview of our comprehensive A2A program. Embrace tranquility now.
Understanding & Managing Emotional Triggers and Stress Reactions
In our fast-paced and often unpredictable world, facing emotional triggers is not just a possibility; it's an everyday reality. The journey to understanding and managing these triggers is not just a path to emotional resilience; it's a necessary step towards a healthier, more balanced life.
Kickstarting Your Journey to Emotional Resilience with A2A
Emotional resilience is not just about coping with life's challenges; it's about thriving in the face of adversity. The A2A program, developed by our founder and experienced psychotherapist, Ryan Lewis, LMHC, is designed to empower you with the skills and insights needed for this journey. Drawing from over 20,000 hours of direct client work, A2A is a masterclass in turning emotional challenges into opportunities for growth
Navigating Overwhelm: Your Roadmap to Hope
Life can be an unpredictable journey, filled with both joys and challenges. Sometimes the weight of responsibilities, expectations, and uncertainties can leave us feeling overwhelmed, even if we don't consider ourselves overly busy.
From Stress to Strength: The Path to Emotional Well-Being
Building a healthy and compassionate connection with our thoughts and emotions is essential for emotional well-being and personal growth. In this article, we'll explore why fostering a strong bond with ourselves is crucial, how to befriend our thoughts and emotions, and valuable skills to navigate difficult emotions.
Let’s Educate To Advocate: Sex, Orientation, and Gender Identity
It is crucial to promote understanding, empathy, and respect for sexual minorities and transgender individuals and their rights because it impacts their mental health and well-being. We explain how and provide resources in this article.
Here’s to Looking Forward Instead of Backwards!
Acceptance is the only way that we can refocus our energy, attention, and consciousness on what is happening now and what will come next.
It’s Not All About the “Answers.”
Definitive answers need not necessarily always be the goal! Forward movement is…
Future-Tripping
Riddled with thoughts about what I “should” or “could” be doing differently and better? Read this.
Therapy is Not Just for the Wearisome
Let’s see therapy not as a consequential treatment for the weak or ill-minded, but to instead see it for what it is: a resource and a tool for sustaining resiliency, evading more serious circumstances, and becoming self-empowered.
COVID-19 Coping Strategies
COVID-19 Coping Strategies (that still apply in 2023!)
The Dualities of Life and the Therapist / Client Experience
The Dualities of Life and the Therapist / Client Experience
Is anxiety and self-criticism actually useful and productive?
What if our anxiety and self-criticism (converted into self-evaluation) could actually help us? Spoiler alert, they can!
The Evolution of Psychotherapy Conference 2009
Acceptance is the only way that we can refocus our energy, attention, and consciousness on what is happening now and what will come next.