“Civilization, as we know it, is in the process of making a monumental shift in human consciousness of which we are all playing a part, consciously and subconsciously. Every aspect of our lives, both personal and professional, is being profoundly affected. Using PSYCH-K®, you can…
According to a recent article in Medical News Today, the use of social media can harm our mental health. It is associated with depression, anxiety disorders, and low self-esteem. The article reports that social media may elicit feelings of inadequacy, and loneliness. As teenagers and…
If there was one message that I would like to get out en masse, it would be the importance of investing in your health. The message would be the understanding that caring for the parts of you that no one sees is just as important,…
Acupuncture has been used as a natural adjunct to traditional the addiction recovery model for over 40 years. Beginning with a simple auricular (ear) treatment protocol in the 70s, it is currently being used in many rehab facilities to support people at all stages of…
Many people are seeking a Health Coach to assist them on their health and wellness journey. But what exactly is a Health Coach, and how do you know when you’ve found a good one? Please watch this interview with Nationally Board Certified Health and Wellness…
One of the groups hardest hit by the stressors of the last year are our educators. This is a summarized version of the the talk I did for KOI Education in January of this year. The emphasis is on defining what stress actually is, while…
Join Lesley in a discussion with Ryan Hardesty, owner of New Life Balance Center in Phoenix. In this video they discuss emotional regulation, trauma, addiction and how listening to our bodies can lead to better physical and emotional health. Enjoy!
Above all, staying healthy keeps us healthy, and regulating our emotions is a key component of this preventative medicine. The emotion of fear creates a stress response, which happens to be one of the greatest inhibitors of positive health on all levels. So how do…
Welcome to MindfulLIFE Acupuncture! My name is Lesley Johnsen, and I am a Doctor of Acupuncture. In this video, I discuss my approach to acupuncture and how I incorporate a trauma informed approach in my sessions. I also discuss Psych-K and what to expect in…