Category Archives: Mental Health

Why Mental Health Deserves a Spot on Your To-Do List

If you’re like most of us, your to-do list runs your day. From the moment you wake up, there’s a steady hum of tasks: emails to send, groceries to grab, meetings to make, workouts to squeeze in, family to care for — and if you’re lucky, maybe a little downtime. But here’s the thing: one […]

What is a Counterfeit Emotion? 

Unmasking the Deceptive Emotions That Create Destructive Cycles of Disconnection in Our Lives Thank you to Curtis Morley for sharing his thoughts in this post.  At LÉVO MindCare, we help individuals recognize counterfeit emotions—feelings that look, act, and feel authentic but create patterns of disconnection and emotional imbalance. Understanding the difference between authentic emotions and […]

Building a Path to Wellness with Debee Gold

From Adversity to Advocacy: How Debee Gold Found Her Calling In this episode of the Lift and Make Lighter podcast, Tom Telford sits down with Debee Gold, founder of Gold Counseling, to talk about resilience, therapy, relationships, and what it really means to build a meaningful life. Raised in a nontraditional village by young parents […]

A New Era in Mental Health: Dr. Trish Barrus on Ketamine Therapy, Positive Psychology, and the Power of Compassion

Dr. Trish Barrus’ path to mental health care was shaped early in life. Her father was the last person in Utah to contract polio before the vaccine became available. He lived the rest of his life paralyzed but never once complained. That quiet resilience left a lasting impression on Dr. Barrus. Her mother, a teacher […]

Jenny Howe and Ashley Connors on Mental Health, Parenting, and the Power of Exposure Therapy

When you picture the front line of your child’s mental health support, your mind might jump to therapists, pediatricians, or even your own parenting strategies. But according to therapists Jenny Howe and Ashley Connors, there’s a key figure we often overlook: your child’s teacher. In their conversation on the Lift and Make Lighter  podcast, Jenny […]

Boosting Energy and Motivation: How to Naturally Enhance Your Mental Health

Smiling couple outdoors representing improved energy, motivation, and mental well-being.

Why Am I Always Tired? Understanding Low Energy and Motivation Feeling sluggish in the morning or unmotivated throughout the day is more common than you think. Occasional fatigue is normal, but if low energy becomes part of your daily routine, it may signal deeper issues. At LÉVO, we specialize in mental health assessment, diagnosis, and […]

What Mental Health Awareness Month Means at LÉVO

At LÉVO, Mental Health Awareness Month is a meaningful reminder of our commitment to nurturing emotional well-being for both our clients and our team. Each May, we take the opportunity to reflect on the importance of mental health, break down stigma, and promote open conversations around topics that are often kept in the shadows.  For […]

The Sacred Space of Healing: A Conversation with Ruth Henderson of Resilient Life Counseling

In a recent episode of the Lift and Make Lighter podcast, host Tom Telford sat down with Ruth Henderson, founder and clinical director of Resilient Life Counseling in Farmington, Utah. What unfolded was a deeply thoughtful conversation about the sacred nature of therapy, the emotional toll of mental health work, and the lasting impact of […]

Understanding the Importance of Postpartum Mental Healthcare: A Vital Step for New Moms

Becoming a mother is a transformative and joyous experience, but it can also be overwhelming and challenging. For many new moms, the postpartum period brings not only physical changes but also significant emotional and psychological adjustments. At LÉVO, we recognize the critical importance of postpartum mental healthcare in ensuring the well-being of both mothers and […]

Building a Path to Wellness with Debee Gold

From Adversity to Advocacy: How Debee Gold Found Her Calling In this episode of the Lift and Make Lighter podcast, Tom Telford sits down with Debee Gold, founder of Gold Counseling, to talk about resilience, therapy, relationships, and what it really means to build a meaningful life. Raised in a nontraditional village by young parents […]