Transform through Life with Peace, Purpose, and Insight...
Obstacles in our life paths challenge our strength, motivation, and self-confidence. It becomes difficult to stay positive and in the present when pain from the past or worries about the future are overwhelming. Whether you are feeling stuck in unresolved trauma, looking for a light at the end of tunnel, or ready to work on specific goals, Monarch Wellness (originally Monarch Therapy) in Naples, Florida provides a safe space for you to find your way. We tailor evidence based counseling with a gentle approach to help you experience freedom and relief.
Our mission is to empower individuals and families to transform through life's obstacles with peace, purpose, and insight. We are committed to providing a safe space to work through the healing process of emotional metamorphosis.
Professional therapists specialize in
•Alleviation of Stress, Anxiety, Trauma (PTSD & C-PTSD), and other Emotional Discord
•Adjustment to Life Transitions and other Challenges (Grief/Loss, Illness, Relocation, Life Stage, etc.)
Do you live in the “now”? Or do you wonder what could have been, should have been, or what will be? Have you noticed that in difficult times some people take it in stride while others experience a lot of stress? Living in the present moment while seeing the larger picture is key to a peaceful mind. Meditation practices the technique of recognizing only the moment in which you are presently living.
Over thousands of years, various types of meditation have arisen, but the objective of all these disciplines is the same. That objective being to focus inward in the moment and to accept, have patience, and compassion for the world around us. By practicing this on a regular basis, students are able to cope with situations in their life in an active, not reactive manner. In addition to increased coping skills, those who practice meditation experience benefits such as:
An increase in energy
Reduction in anxiety and depression
Stronger immune system
Manage pain better
Better decision-making
Better relationships with others
Better ability to any type of change
Decreased blood pressure and heart rate
An improvement in digestion
Are able to get a better night’s sleep
Assists in smoking cessation
The body and mind are intimately connected with one another. When one is not well, the other suffers. By creating a peaceful mind, your body can experience that peace as well by reduced illnesses. If the mind is constantly thinking about the past and the future, it does not make room for focusing on the present moment in which you live. This places stress on the mind, which can turn into psychological issues such as anxiety, aggression, and depression. The body reacts to this chronic mental stress by experiencing headaches, sleeping problems, arthritis, diabetes, and an increase in illnesses.
Chronic stress is a killer. Meditation helps to reduce the stress in your life. Here at Monarch Wellness, we offer a variety of meditation classes and groups. If you would like more information, please call us at 239-231-3208 or visit our calendar online for class times. These classes are offered at our Central Naples location: 843 Myrtle Terrace, Naples, Florida 34103.
So, you have been thinking of attending a yoga class in Naples? That is great since there are many health benefits for both body and mind. Do you feel a bit nervous or intimidated? That is a normal feeling for anyone trying something new. Here are a few tips on attending your first yoga class:
What should I wear?
Participants in yoga classes normally wear clothing that will let them stretch, bend, and move freely. For pants, it is recommended on wearing either full-length yoga pants or stretch capris. Both are made from a stretchy material that is available in fabric that will whisk away sweat. For a top, it is best to wear a form fitted style, especially for women. Some of the postures are inverted, upside-down, and you will not want your shirt dropping over your head and exposing you. If you decide to attend a Bikram yoga class in Naples (hot yoga), you will want to wear light materials that draw sweat away from the body.
What should I bring?
If you have a yoga mat, bring that. Otherwise, call ahead of time to see if the yoga studio offers mats for its students. If you start attending class on a regular basis, you will want to own your own mat for hygienic purposes. Non-slip yoga mats are available at reasonable prices and come in various colors and thicknesses.
Yoga props that help you execute certain difficult poses are normally provided by the yoga studio. These might all be claimed depending on the size of the class, so if you need them during class it is best to either get there early or buy your own set.
Since you will be exercising, bring bottled water and a towel.
Do I Need to Know Anything Special to Attend Class?
For any exercise class, you should arrive at least ten minutes early. You can then take your socks and shoes off, find a spot in the room where you are most comfortable, and be ready for the instructor to begin. If you have any ailments or physical limitations, speaking with the instructor briefly before the class is encouraged. He/she will be able to offer modifications during the yoga class for any limitations.
For the first few classes, you might want to sit towards the back so that you can watch the other participants. It’ll be easier to follow the instruction by observing others in the class.
Do not leave during the final pose, called Savasana. It is a relaxation pose so if you get up and leave during it, you will be disruptive. If you feel like you need to leave early, exit before Savasana.
It is fun and exciting to begin a new wellness program such as yoga. Start your journey to better health and fitness with yoga classes in Naples. Here at Monarch Wellness, we offer many types of yoga classes. We invite you to read more online or call us for information at 239-231-3208. Our yoga classes are offered at our Central Naples location at 843 Myrtle Terrace, Naples, Florida 34103.
Our society places men and women into specific roles with expected outcomes for each group. A man is taught the unacceptability of the release of emotions. For example, it is more socially acceptable for a woman to cry than a man. Having an environment in which to express emotion and discuss men’s roles in our society in a safe environment is crucial. Men support groups have popped up around the country to fill this need.
Financial burdens and everyday life stressors can be overwhelming for anyone. Men have been programmed to “be tough” and to hold their thoughts and emotions inside of themselves. This mentality can be very detrimental to a man’s physical, spiritual and mental health. Because this mentality is ingrained in our society, some men may be reluctant to attend a support group. Upon becoming familiar with the group, however, most men will lose all hesitation about attending since there is value to the conversations that he can apply to his life.
By joining a support group for men, they can address stressors that many men experience. It is a safe place where a man can voice his concerns for his wellness and growth. A support group listens, educates, provides advice and is emotionally “there” for him. Relationship issues, past trauma, self-esteem, life changes, work problems, addictive behaviors, anger management and parenting are among the topics that are addressed in men support groups. The meetings are normally facilitated by either a counselor or someone who is knowledgeable about the topic at hand.
In conjunction with a support group, participating in integrative classes such as meditation and yoga are beneficial. These types of activities bridge the mind-body connection and can help to ease stress in life. Continuing on a journey of healthy activities and support brings about wellness in a man’s life.
Here at Monarch Wellness, we offer men support groups for our community. We also have many integrative classes that you can attend. Please call us at 239-231-3208 for more information or check our schedule online. Monarch Wellness is located at 843 Myrtle Terrace, Naples, Florida 34103.
Being a parent has many challenges. There isn’t a manual to tell you what to do and sometimes you need to rely on your own sense as a parent to make judgments. As children grow, so do you as a parent. These phases in life can be stressful and difficult for everyone in the family. Reaching out for parenting support group can help you in the daily life as a parent.
Just like any job, there are certain skills in being a positive parent and role model to your child. Not everyone has the skills passed on from their parents, so a support group is ideal for anyone who is struggling with the stress of parenting. You can learn from other parents on how to handle certain situations from temper tantrums to cell phone use rules to managing your child’s schooling and more.
As with any support group, a parenting support group is a safe, non-judgmental arena to voice your concerns and troubles. The goal of the group is for everyone to work together to share common concerns, successful solutions and expand each other’s parenting skills. In doing this, you can gain more tools available to you to maintain a calm and well-balanced home atmosphere.
It is recommended that you bring your partner, wife, husband or even another single parent with you to the parenting support group. Learning new coping skills together is the perfect way to support each other during those moments at home when you need to put the exercises into practice. Our parenting support group here at Monarch Wellness maintains a positive energy to uplift and help you grow as a parent.
Call us for information on our Mindful Parenting Support Group at 239-231-3208 or visit our online calendar. Monarch Wellness is located at 843 Myrtle Terrace, Naples, Florida 34103.
The ancient practice of yoga has long been known to have many health benefits. Not only is this exercise good for the body, it is also good for the mind and soul. It creates a connection between all three. But, there may be some benefits to yoga that you have not realized.
You will sleep better. The nervous system plays a large role in sleep. Yoga helps to relax the nervous system. This results in a better night’s sleep. The meditative aspect during class also helps to ease a racing mind.
It increases your circulation. With all of the twisting, turning, stretching, and bending in and out of poses, your body is moving your blood through your body. This helps to bring oxygenated blood to the cells. These movements also help to thin your blood, aids in avoiding blood clots and stroke.
It improves your balance. Practicing yoga takes focus on holding and balancing in the poses. Over time these will become easier to accomplish and your balance will become stronger and steadier. You will find this helpful in class and also will notice better balance in your daily life.
It moves your lymphatic fluid. Your body does not naturally move lymph fluid like your heart pumps blood. It relies on the body’s movement to push it around the body. Certain poses will encourage lymph fluid movement.
You will feel more energetic. Your energy level will increase from getting more sleep at night. Also, your body will feel more energetic from the deep focused breathing. Your cells will receive more oxygen, causing you to feel more energy. There are specific poses that work against fatigue that your instructor can suggest.
With so many benefits of yoga, it is an exercise that everyone should try at least once – with doctor’s approval of course. Here at Monarch Wellness, we have several types of yoga classes. Drop into a yoga for anxiety, yoga for strength, or a family fun class. Please call us at 239-231-3208 for more information. We are located at 843 Myrtle Terrace, Naples, Florida 34103.
Sand tray therapy, a non-verbal type of mental health therapy, was developed in England by Dr. Margaret Lowenfeld in the 1920’s. It was found that through the use of miniature toys, sand, and water, clients were able to creatively express emotions, thoughts, and experiences. They could choose from a variety of toys to create the “world” in the sand tray that helped to tell their story. This method of therapy was found to be especially helpful to children since expressing themselves through words can be challenging. Even though children found this method fun, it is also very helpful to adolescents, adults, couples and the elderly.
As young children, we make sense of our world through images. That is why, when you think back to your childhood, your memories probably appear first to you as images. This “image story” can then be translated into words. Sand tray therapy incorporates the use of images, using the right brain to form them, and then makes the transition to “telling the story” with our left brain.
Clients have their pick of many types of toys to express themselves. From mythical creatures to everyday animals, people, and items, they can create any kind of world in the sand tray. This freedom of expression is encouraged by the therapist who helps to interpret the manner in which the toys are used to compile the sand tray “world”.
Most people find this a soothing and unexpectedly eye-opening mode of therapy. It does exceptionally well at helping to uncover emotions and deep-rooted memories. What is nice is that you do not need to be an artistic or a creative person to participate in sand tray therapy.
Here at Monarch Wellness, our counselors are trained in sand tray therapy and may use other modalities in conjunction with sand therapy. The combination of therapies proves to be successful with some of our clients. Please call us at 239-231-3208 for more information. We are located at 843 Myrtle Terrace, Naples, Florida 34103.
Getting any kind of bad news is hard to handle, but when it concerns your own health, the emotions can become overwhelming. The challenges to managing your diabetes such as lifestyle modifications and dietary restrictions can be daunting. Having a support group filled with people that understand the trials and tribulations of all types of diabetes can tremendously help someone afflicted with this disease.
Support groups help to encourage participants in the transition and maintenance of a healthy lifestyle. It is important to know that you are not alone and a support group can give you the confirmation that there are other people who suffer from diabetes. There are many other people that cope with diabetes. It afflicts around 29 million Americans.
Keep in mind that a support group differs from group therapy. Group therapy is a formal type of therapy that is facilitated by a professional counselor. Support groups can have a mental health practitioner guide the session, but do not require one to be there.
Some benefits to those who attend diabetes support groups includes, but is not limited to:
Being open about your feelings and talking freely about your emotions.
Understanding you are not alone, isolated or judged by anyone in the group
Learning new coping skills from others in the group.
Gaining a better understanding of diabetes and getting advice from group members
Participate in discussions about area resources and doctors that can help in managing your diabetes.
Make connections with other people in the area who are suffering from diabetes and going through the same challenges.
If you have any form of diabetes, you are encouraged to find a support group in your area. Go through the channels of your local diabetes association. They will know where you can find the support group that you need.
Children express emotions and communicate through play. It is fun for them. Children learn a lot through play such as self-expression, creativity, exploration, how to combat boredom, and connects them to others in a positive manner. Sitting in a chair, sharing their feelings, and expressing emotions through talk therapy can be a difficult task for children. Play therapy provides a safe, familiar form of communication between a child and his therapist.
By the time a child is being seen in a therapist’s office he has exhausted all known coping methods. The ultimate goal of play therapy is to help the child cope with behavioral and emotional problems that interfere with daily life. Through the use of toys, he can “tell” the therapist his troubles. The therapist can then evaluate by noticing any patterns or how a toy is involved in the playtime.
Many types of psychological issues can be addressed by utilizing play therapy. Most of these behaviors and issues prompt parents to seek out the help of a psychotherapist because they have elevated to a severe level. The longevity of the behaviors is an important factor in deciding to visit a therapist. Reasons that are effectively treated through play therapy include anxieties, aggressive behavior, difficulty sleeping and nightmares, temper tantrums, those who experience physical or sexual abuse, have experienced a loss in the family, neglect, family transitions such as divorce, and many other topics. The majority of children that benefit from this modality are between the ages of 3 – 12 yrs. old, although it also can help mentally disabled adults.
Here at Monarch Wellness, we offer Play Therapy by trained mental health professionals. Our Sand Therapy is another form of play therapy that is effective in helping both children and adults. Please call us at 239-231-3208 for more information. Monarch Wellness is located at 843 Myrtle Terrace, Naples, Florida 34103.
Since 1939, those with addictions have been able to utilize the 12-step program to heal themselves of their addiction. Recovery yoga works with both the 12-step method and yoga as a holistic approach to addressing the multi-dimensional self. In essence, addiction tends to “separate” the self from ourselves and those around us. Yoga is a discipline that unionizes the self physically, mentally and spiritually.
In addition to those individuals who are battling through mental or physical addictions, those who are affected by someone going through an addiction can benefit from recovery yoga. Also, those who are suffering from trauma or loss will find our Recovery Yoga classes helpful.
Some know Recovery Yoga as Y12SR, or Yoga of 12-Step Recovery. If you are attending Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Recovery Yoga can make the perfect supplement to your healing. It does not replace a group such as AA and should be treated as an additional support to your recovery. It integrates the ancient practice of yoga with the principles of the 12-step program, creating a well-rounded system that treats mind, body, and soul.
Addiction is a spiritual, mental and physical disease. Addressing all aspects of this disease is imperative in your recovery. Students are taught how to meditate, which facilitates the mind-body connection, helping to break the patterns of addictive behavior. Those with addictions tend to have a disconnect with their body. The yoga poses and deep controlled breath work assists the individual in becoming more connected to the body while also soothing the mind.
Here at Monarch Wellness, we have many integrative services including Recovery Yoga. If you feel that you are in need of healing from addiction or trauma, please call us at 239-231-3208for more information on our Recovery Yoga and other classes. Monarch Wellness is located at 843 Myrtle Terrace, Naples, Florida 34103.
Do you feel stuck in your career or where you are in your life? It is not unusual for people, even those extremely successful, to need help in finding their purpose. Life coaches aretrained to assist those who desire a clearer direction for their life.
If you wanted to get optimal physical results from your workouts in the gym, you would hire a professional fitness trainer. If you need help in honing your life, you would hire a life coach. Their goals are the same. They want you to achieve the results that you desire. They both give you the knowledge you need and they both hold you accountable to follow the directions. It is a relationship where you both have to work towards the set goals.
So, what can you expect in working with a life coach?
Life coaches can look at your life from the outside. They are removed from your life so they can see what maybe you cannot see. This helps them in evaluating and forming a plan based on what kind of results you want to achieve. Normally you will first have a consultation so that a plan can be set.
Life coaches are knowledgeable in providing direction. He or she has the training and expertise in pulling together a plan for your goals. If you do not have goals, they are also trained in helping you figure those out and encourage you to move toward them.
Life coaches will meet with your regularly. By meeting with you, either via phone or in person, on a consistent basis, he or she is able to keep you on track. These calls are motivating and an opportunity to work through any obstacles that you encounter.
If you are seeking help in achieving your personal goals, you need direction in life, or anything else that helps you to see a clearer path for your future, we encourage you to find a life coach. People who work with life coaches tend to start to see results a lot faster than imagined. Sometimes it is time to put yourself first and make a plan for a happier future in your personal or professional life.
At Monarch Wellness we offer a variety of tools through life coaching sessions to help bring your life into balance, which helps clarify your life path and purpose. Sign up for our “Plan your wellness path” or “Plan your path to purpose and passion” life coaching programs. We assess individual needs and incorporate relaxation and mindfulness to help you tune into your internal wisdom, which guides you towards the best path and choices for your life. Call us today for more information at 239-231-3208. Monarch Wellness is located at 843 Myrtle Terrace, Naples, Florida 34103.
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