The Connections Bridgewater Somerville Edition November 2021 - January 2022

theconnectionsnj.com HEALTH & WELLNESS PAGE 42 The Covid-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc throughout our families, communi- ties, and has impacted our health, safe- ty, and well-being for the past two years. No one has been immune from this pub- lic health crisis. We have grieved the loss of loved ones and have felt the impact of Covid-19 in all aspects of our mental and physical health. We have had to adapt to a complete overhaul of our jobs and our schools. Quarantine and isolation have re- sulted in emotional distress, vulnerability and an increased risk for new physical and psychiatric conditions as well as an exacer- bation of existing conditions. The pandemic has also led to unhealthy behaviors for many people, including increased substance use and exposure to domestic violence. We have seen a rampant increase in emotion- al effects from the pandemic, including depression, anxiety, anger, fear, confusion, insecurity and insomnia. Our mental health has been thrust into the spotlight and many people are seeking psychosocial support and treatment for the first time in their lives. At Psychiatric & Behavioral Health Solu- tions, we want you to know that you are not alone in your struggles. We are here to sup- port you throughout this extraordinary time. Our caring team includes a psychiatrist, a behavioral health nurse practitioner, and a psychotherapist with over 60 years of collec- tive experience in practice. While we each bring our unique experiences to the practice, we all believe in the importance of providing holistic, comprehensive care in a safe and nurturing environment. We pride ourselves on providing non-judgmental, compassion- ate care and will take the time to get to know you as a person and your unique needs and strengths, and not just individual symptoms of a disorder. Our personalized therapeutic approach ensures that you are comfortable with the treatment plan and are working to- wards your individual goals. We offer evaluation and management of psychiatric conditions for children, adoles- cents, adults and elders, both in person and via telehealth. We offer a variety of treat- ment options including lifestyle changes, medications, individual and group therapy, including solution focused, cognitive be- havioral and psychodynamic therapy. We are also the only practice in central New Jersey to offer Spravato, one of the newest and highly effective treatment options for adults with treatment resistant depression. Spravato is a prescription esketamine med- ication delivered through a nasal spray and can be helpful for adults who have failed to respond to other antidepressants. In this unprecedented time of stress and uncertainty we cannot underscore the impor- tance of seeking treatment for your mental health. We encourage you to consider our practice for all of your psychosocial needs and well-being. Whether you are seeking treat- ment for the first time or are looking for a fresh perspective, our caring providers will help you evolve and grow into the best version of yourself. We also have an incredible office staff who will make you feel comfortable and put you at ease from the moment you contact us. We look forward to meeting you and hope you and your loved ones stay safe and healthy. Psychiatric & Behavioral Health Solutions 215 West End Ave Raritan NJ 08869 908-333-4008 MENTAL HEALTH IN THE TIME OF COVID-19 C ommends C onnection The pandemic has also led to unhealthy behaviors for many people, including increased substance use and exposure to domestic violence. We have seen a rampant increase in emotional effects from the pandemic, including depression, anxiety, anger, fear, confusion, insecurity and insomnia. We offer a variety of treatment options including lifestyle changes, medications, individual and group therapy, including solution focused, cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic therapy. We are also the only practice in central New Jersey to offer Spravato, one of newest and highly effective treatment options for adults with treatment resistant depression By Gabriell Budoff, APRN