If you’ve been feeling off for a while, you’ve probably wondered whether you should talk to someone or try medicine. The medication vs. therapy question stops a lot of people in their tracks. It feels like a high-stakes choice, and choosing wrong feels worse than doing nothing at all. The good news is that it’s […]
Author Archives: Kevin Day
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Booking a mental health appointment from your kitchen table used to sound far-fetched. Now it’s normal. But if you’ve never tried it, you might still wonder: how does telehealth work, and can a screen really replace sitting across from a provider? The short answer is that in most cases, it works a lot like in-person […]
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If you’ve ever wondered whether your racing thoughts point to OCD or anxiety, you’re not alone. The two conditions share so many features that even thoughtful, self-aware people mix them up. Sorting out OCD vs. anxiety isn’t a meaningless distinction though—it affects how you’re treated and how quickly you start to feel better. This post […]
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If you find yourself snapping at loved ones or feeling on edge over small things, you’ve probably asked yourself, “Why am I so irritable?” Those who struggle most with chronic irritability often feel the worst guilt about it afterward. But irritability isn’t necessarily a character flaw. It’s a symptom—a flag waved by your body and […]
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If you’ve started feeling anxious for no clear reason in your 40s, you’re not imagining it. Many women describe a strange new edginess during this stage—a racing heart, a sense of dread, or feeling rattled by things that never used to faze them. The cause is often perimenopause anxiety, and it’s far more common than […]
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Becoming a parent reshuffles your whole world, and your emotions often come along for the ride. Maybe you cried for no reason. Maybe you felt joy one minute and crushing dread the next. A lot of new parents wonder whether what they’re feeling is normal or something more. Learning the signs of postpartum depression can […]
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When you spend weeks or months feeling completely drained, emotionally flat, or easily overwhelmed, it’s natural to search for answers. Many people assume they’re just stressed or need more sleep. However, these shifts often point to something happening on a chemical level. Understanding your hormone imbalance symptoms is an important first step toward feeling like […]
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Navigating mental health care can feel confusing when you’re first seeking help. You might be unsure who prescribes medication, who provides therapy, or where psychiatric nurse practitioners fit into the picture. You might even wonder whether you need one provider or a combination of several professionals. These terms sometimes blend together, but understanding the psychiatrist […]
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We are proud to announce the opening of our newest location in St. George, Utah, on April 27. The clinic will be led by Dr. Janel Hillstrom, DNP, FNP-C, a well-established provider in the community and former owner of Comprehensive Family Mental Healthcare. This transition allows Janel’s patients to continue receiving care from a trusted […]
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When people begin their mental health journey, one of the most common questions is: Where do I start? At LÉVO, that starting point often includes meeting with one of our Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) for a comprehensive assessment and, when appropriate, medication management. But there’s another important piece of care happening in every […]