Aranda Therapy
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Fun fact- Butterflies rest when it rains to protect their wings from getting injured. This shows us that it is okay to rest during the storms of our life. Resting can be exactly what is needed to reemerge strong and fly again once the storm has cleared.
November 12, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Fun fact- Butterflies rest when it rains to protect their wings from getting injured. This shows us that it is okay to rest during the storms of our life. Resting can be exactly what is needed to reemerge strong and fly again once the storm has cleared.
Thank you to the brave individuals who have given so much in service. Their courage and sacrifice deserve not only our gratitude, but our ongoing commitment to their wellbeing. Access to mental health care is essential for those who’ve carried the weight of service long after returning home. ❤️🤍💙
November 11, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Thank you to the brave individuals who have given so much in service. Their courage and sacrifice deserve not only our gratitude, but our ongoing commitment to their wellbeing. Access to mental health care is essential for those who’ve carried the weight of service long after returning home. ❤️🤍💙
See?! When your therapist asks you to meditate, this is why. Stop fighting us on this and just 👏 do 👏 it. 😜😂
Neuroscientist Matthew Sacchet is revealing how mastering meditation can not only enable transcendental states of bliss, but also reshape how we experience pain and emotion
What we’re learning about consciousness from master meditators’ brains
Neuroscientist Matthew Sacchet is revealing how mastering meditation can not only enable transcendental states of bliss, but also reshape how we experience pain and emotion
www.newscientist.com
November 7, 2025 at 6:34 AM
See?! When your therapist asks you to meditate, this is why. Stop fighting us on this and just 👏 do 👏 it. 😜😂
Full moons can stir up all kinds of energy and life can feel just a bit more chaotic. This view from the STRAT in Las Vegas reminds us that taking a pause can help us gain a different perspective and find peace, calm, and beauty amongst the noise. #STRAT #LasVegas #FullMoon #MentalHealth
November 7, 2025 at 6:22 AM
Full moons can stir up all kinds of energy and life can feel just a bit more chaotic. This view from the STRAT in Las Vegas reminds us that taking a pause can help us gain a different perspective and find peace, calm, and beauty amongst the noise. #STRAT #LasVegas #FullMoon #MentalHealth
Beautiful things can happen when we use our voices to vote for the change we want and need. Every vote, every conversation, and every action towards a better world makes a difference- especially when it restores HOPE. 💙💙💙
November 5, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Beautiful things can happen when we use our voices to vote for the change we want and need. Every vote, every conversation, and every action towards a better world makes a difference- especially when it restores HOPE. 💙💙💙
Sometimes fun and whimsy come from the most unexpected places, like this plush capybara in a bowl of tiny resin friends with a handmade clay top hat. This gift from my son is a reminder that joy just shows up in the small, wonderfully random moments.
November 3, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Sometimes fun and whimsy come from the most unexpected places, like this plush capybara in a bowl of tiny resin friends with a handmade clay top hat. This gift from my son is a reminder that joy just shows up in the small, wonderfully random moments.
SkyJump at the STRAT in Las Vegas reminds us that leaps of faith don’t have to mean blind free falls.
With the right supports like connection, care, and grounding, we can take big risks knowing we’re going to land softly. Growth and true change happens when courage meets support. 🌤️
With the right supports like connection, care, and grounding, we can take big risks knowing we’re going to land softly. Growth and true change happens when courage meets support. 🌤️
November 3, 2025 at 4:25 PM
SkyJump at the STRAT in Las Vegas reminds us that leaps of faith don’t have to mean blind free falls.
With the right supports like connection, care, and grounding, we can take big risks knowing we’re going to land softly. Growth and true change happens when courage meets support. 🌤️
With the right supports like connection, care, and grounding, we can take big risks knowing we’re going to land softly. Growth and true change happens when courage meets support. 🌤️
Halloween reminds us that we can face our fears and sometimes even have fun with them while eating some candy. 👻 Whether you’re dressing up, cozying in, or handing out candy, take a moment to honor your inner child tonight. They deserve joy, magic, and a little mischief. Be safe. Happy Halloween!
October 31, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Halloween reminds us that we can face our fears and sometimes even have fun with them while eating some candy. 👻 Whether you’re dressing up, cozying in, or handing out candy, take a moment to honor your inner child tonight. They deserve joy, magic, and a little mischief. Be safe. Happy Halloween!
Wishing you Halloween fun and festivities! It's the only time of year you are allowed to wear a mask without your therapist giving you a hard time about it. Enjoy!!! 🤣👻🎃
October 30, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Wishing you Halloween fun and festivities! It's the only time of year you are allowed to wear a mask without your therapist giving you a hard time about it. Enjoy!!! 🤣👻🎃
Henry the therapy dog is back in the office providing comfort, connection, and a little bit of Halloween spirit. 🐾💀
Research shows that therapy animals can lower stress and help clients feel more at ease. Henry takes his job very seriously (even in costume). #Henry #therapydog #shihtzu
Research shows that therapy animals can lower stress and help clients feel more at ease. Henry takes his job very seriously (even in costume). #Henry #therapydog #shihtzu
October 22, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Henry the therapy dog is back in the office providing comfort, connection, and a little bit of Halloween spirit. 🐾💀
Research shows that therapy animals can lower stress and help clients feel more at ease. Henry takes his job very seriously (even in costume). #Henry #therapydog #shihtzu
Research shows that therapy animals can lower stress and help clients feel more at ease. Henry takes his job very seriously (even in costume). #Henry #therapydog #shihtzu
Showing up for justice is powerful and it can also take a lot out of you. If you attended a #NoKings event today, give yourself permission to rest and restore this evening. You earned it.
October 19, 2025 at 1:21 AM
Showing up for justice is powerful and it can also take a lot out of you. If you attended a #NoKings event today, give yourself permission to rest and restore this evening. You earned it.
What a great reminder that heroes, hope, and true change can come from the unlikeliest of places. Hop! Hop!
October 17, 2025 at 4:10 PM
What a great reminder that heroes, hope, and true change can come from the unlikeliest of places. Hop! Hop!
Speaking out isn’t just political, it’s personal. Advocacy and mental health are deeply connected- when we name injustice, we reclaim agency, connection, and hope. Check out the Mobilize website for an Oct. 18 No Kings Protest near you. Below is information for a gathering in Henderson, NV.
NO KINGS Henderson · No Kings
**In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.**
Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Bo...
www.mobilize.us
October 14, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Speaking out isn’t just political, it’s personal. Advocacy and mental health are deeply connected- when we name injustice, we reclaim agency, connection, and hope. Check out the Mobilize website for an Oct. 18 No Kings Protest near you. Below is information for a gathering in Henderson, NV.
If you have been thinking about starting therapy, this is your sign that it's a good time to get connected to a therapist! Today is World Mental Health Day and reminds us that caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your body. #WorldMentalHealthDay #TherapyIsForEveryone
October 10, 2025 at 11:16 PM
If you have been thinking about starting therapy, this is your sign that it's a good time to get connected to a therapist! Today is World Mental Health Day and reminds us that caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your body. #WorldMentalHealthDay #TherapyIsForEveryone
October is ADHD Awareness Month. It affects nearly 10% of children and 4–5% of adults in the U.S. It impacts focus, memory, emotions, time management, self-esteem, anxiety, and overall life. Therapy can help build strategies, reduce shame, and provide tools to thrive with ADHD. #ADHD #MentalHealth
October 3, 2025 at 3:40 AM
October is ADHD Awareness Month. It affects nearly 10% of children and 4–5% of adults in the U.S. It impacts focus, memory, emotions, time management, self-esteem, anxiety, and overall life. Therapy can help build strategies, reduce shame, and provide tools to thrive with ADHD. #ADHD #MentalHealth
October 1st will always be a day of remembrance in Las Vegas. We honor the lives lost, the survivors, and the strength of our community. May we hold one another with compassion and care. 💙 #VegasStrong
October 1, 2025 at 5:06 PM
October 1st will always be a day of remembrance in Las Vegas. We honor the lives lost, the survivors, and the strength of our community. May we hold one another with compassion and care. 💙 #VegasStrong
Mindfulness can happen anytime, anywhere. The article below offers a compelling reason to have mindful moments over your cup of coffee. Cheers from my cup to yours!
September 29, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Mindfulness can happen anytime, anywhere. The article below offers a compelling reason to have mindful moments over your cup of coffee. Cheers from my cup to yours!
APA's stance on the recent announcement related to autism-
September 23, 2025 at 10:07 PM
APA's stance on the recent announcement related to autism-
Hot flashes, mood shifts, brain fog- perimenopause and menopause are real, common, and under-discussed. Women deserve better understanding and support. #perimenopause #menopause #mentalhealth
Feeling anxious? Wake up drenched in sweat? Welcome to the overlooked and often maddening world of the perimenopause – and the evidence-backed strategies to deal with the symptoms.
Which perimenopause treatments actually work?
For women going through perimenopause, there is no shortage of advice on how to deal with the symptoms – but which strategies show real results, and which are social media hype?
www.newscientist.com
September 23, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Hot flashes, mood shifts, brain fog- perimenopause and menopause are real, common, and under-discussed. Women deserve better understanding and support. #perimenopause #menopause #mentalhealth
To those celebrating Rosh Hashanah, may the new year bring renewal, peace, and moments of joy. Wishing you and your loved ones a sweet year ahead. Shana Tova!
September 23, 2025 at 5:13 AM
To those celebrating Rosh Hashanah, may the new year bring renewal, peace, and moments of joy. Wishing you and your loved ones a sweet year ahead. Shana Tova!
It's officially Fall! At the change of each season, it can be a great time to plan out what the next few months will hold. Write down any fun plans, new goals, self-care, or habits to foster. What do you have going on this Fall? #Fall #goalsetting #selfcare
September 23, 2025 at 1:16 AM
It's officially Fall! At the change of each season, it can be a great time to plan out what the next few months will hold. Write down any fun plans, new goals, self-care, or habits to foster. What do you have going on this Fall? #Fall #goalsetting #selfcare
Life got you drained? Don't forget to connect to the little joys, like sitting outside, drinking your favorite drink, and watching the hummingbirds. These types of activities are the most important when we feel like we have nothing left to give. #mentalhealth #mindfulness
September 18, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Life got you drained? Don't forget to connect to the little joys, like sitting outside, drinking your favorite drink, and watching the hummingbirds. These types of activities are the most important when we feel like we have nothing left to give. #mentalhealth #mindfulness
Identifying and setting boundaries can be hard, but it is an essential life skill. It is an act of self love.
September 17, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Identifying and setting boundaries can be hard, but it is an essential life skill. It is an act of self love.
Las Vegas is hosting its first ever Perimenopause/ Menopause Fair on October 11th from 10am - 5pm at Lotus Studio Events in Henderson. It is a community event to raise awareness, spread knowledge, and create a supportive space for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. menopauselv.com
September 16, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Las Vegas is hosting its first ever Perimenopause/ Menopause Fair on October 11th from 10am - 5pm at Lotus Studio Events in Henderson. It is a community event to raise awareness, spread knowledge, and create a supportive space for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. menopauselv.com