As you are in the process of getting connected to a therapist or other provider in the community we want to make sure you have as much support preparing for that transition and navigating your wellness. Below you will find some of the services that can utilize to engage in your wellbeing as you start a new journey with a therapist.
Therapy works best when you have the right mindset. In this hour-long workshop, the Center for Integrated Care will guide you through selecting the right therapist for you and preparing for your therapy journey.
Sessions will be held virtually biweekly on Thursdays from 11:00 am-12:00 pm. Dates of each session for Fall 2024 are: Sep. 5th, Sep. 19th, Oct. 3rd, Oct. 17th, Oct. 31st, Nov. 14th, Dec. 5th. To drop-in simply click on https://tinyurl.com/therapy101fall24
To sign up for email reminders to one of the sessions please click on "Getting the most out of therapy" on the link here
Physical and mental health are connected. By learning how to achieve a healthy heart rhythm, you can shift into a state of balance for your inner self. The Center for Integrated Care is offering biofeedback sessions to help you monitor your heart rhythm. Following biofeedback training, you can expect to experience reduced stress, improved sleep, restored energy, balanced emotions, and increased focus.
What is Biofeedback?
Biofeedback involves the use of painless sensors to measure your breathing and heart rate. The program will provide recommendations on how to improve these bodily functions via simple computer games and on-screen prompts. With practice, you can implement these skills without accessing biofeedback equipment.
What conditions can Biofeedback treat?
The goal of biofeedback is to achieve physiological coherence characterized by increased harmony between 1) our mind, 2) our emotions, and 3) our body. Biofeedback can help with mental health conditions, including:
-Anxiety
-Depression
-PTSD
-Attention difficulties
-Academic performance
-Sleep problems
-Stress
Biofeedback can also help with physical health conditions, including:
-Hypertension
-Diabetes
-Headaches
-Chronic pain
How does it work?
During a biofeedback session, your provider will help you place a sensor on your earlobe to monitor your breathing and heart rate. You will be able to select a program on-screen to help facilitate slowing these bodily functions. As you try on-screen suggestions, you can see how it affects your results in real time.
How do you schedule biofeedback with CIC?
Simply call our office to schedule an appointment at 704-687-1045
The Center for Integrated Care is proud to announce launching groups for transitional care. Our group services are not meant to replace traditional group therapy, but they can help build a supportive community and provide additional skills to navigate daily challenges or stressors as you get connected with with long term services. Getting connected to the right community providers can take time, and for many students, groups can help bridge the gap in services as you transition to longer-term and/or more specialized care.
Building your Wise Mind
Looking for skills to handle strong emotions, strategies when crises occur, or tips on how to embody mindfulness in everyday life? The Center for Integrated Care is offering a Wise Mind Group to help you incorporate these skills and teach you how to get connected with support. This semester-long workshop will meet in person on Thursdays at 2:30. Weekly attendance is expected. If you are interested in joining, please call the CIC at 704‑687‑1045 or send an email to integratedcare@charlotte.edu. We are looking forward to supporting you in growing your “Wise Mind.”
