Dr. Lena Pearlman holds a Masters of Social Work (MSW) as well as a Doctorate degree in Holistic Natural Health. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Missouri. Lena has been a practicing social worker for 20 years. In addition to working privately, Lena has worked with children and adults in […]
CDC says that, “In 2019, 12 million American adults seriously thought about suicide, 3.5 million made a plan, and 1.4 million attempted suicide”. According to the American Psychiatric Association, suicide is, “The 10th leading cause of death in the United States and the second leading cause of death (after accidents) for people aged 10 to […]
Bradley.edu says, “Counseling has become such a common activity for couples that about 44 percent of couples who get married today go to marriage counseling before they even tie the knot”. In relationships, couples counseling has proven to be tremendously effective for many. Are you curious about couples counseling? Perhaps, even considering it? Keep on reading! […]
In countless ways, we are living in an ever-evolving society. Of course, there is much work to be done. One of the ways to continue on the path of an evolved society is by educating. So, today, we will look at several myths revolving around mental illness. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) & MentalHealth.gov […]
MayoClinic.org defines Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) as, “A type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons,” and that, “SAD begins and ends at about the same times every year. If you’re like most people with SAD, your symptoms start in the fall and continue into the winter months, sapping your energy and making you […]
4 Myths About Mental Health Therapy I don’t need a therapist. I’m smart enough to solve my own problems. We all have our blind spots. Intelligence has nothing to do with it. A good therapist doesn’t tell you what to do or how to live your life. He or she will give you an experienced […]
St. Louis therapy practice Dr. Lena Pearlman & Associates (www.STLmentalhealth.com) has 10 things you can do to be more mentally and physically healthy. 1). Get a good night sleep. 2). Pursue a passion or interest. 3). Have a belly laugh at least a few times a day. 4). Help a charity or do something to better […]
St Louis therapy practice, Dr. Lena Pearlman & Associates, is offering training sessions this Spring and Summer for educators and parents. More information will be posted when available to www.stlmentalhealth.com. The topics include – child trauma, stress management, school anxiety, oppositional and defiant behaviors, and other mental illness related topics. Dr. Lena Pearlman & Associates […]
St. Louis Therapy Practice Working to Help Teens with Depression, Anxiety and Stress Dr. Lena Pearlman & Associates (www.STLmentalhealth.com) created a promo video on youtube to help catch the attention of teens who are dealing with depression, anxiety and stress. The practice hopes that the teens and their parents contact a mental health therapy or […]
St. Louis Therapy Practice Adds Four New Therapists and Opens Mental Health Clinic Dr. Lena Pearlman & Associates (www.STLmentalhealth.com) expanded by adding four new licensed therapists to the practice and opens a clinic at 655 Craig Road in Creve Coeur: Debra Johnson, LCSW Debra Johnson is a licensed clinical social worker with a part-time practice […]
