Feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, and in need of a little peace and stillness? Meditation is an excellent way to find inner clarity and be present in the moment. There are numerous ways to approach a meditation practice (guided meditation, breathwork exercises), but deciding when’s best to squeeze it into your busy schedule can be overwhelming. This post breaks down why taking time each day for this beneficial activity is worth it – with tips on finding the sweet spot that works for you! Learn more about appreciating different times of day as moments for personal reflection – let’s make incor ..read more

In recent years, there has been a groundbreaking discovery in the field of mental health treatment – the remarkable effectiveness of ketamine. This powerful medication, originally developed as an anesthetic in the 1960s, is now proving to be a game-changer in helping individuals start over and reclaim their lives. Ketamine’s Impact on Mental Health: Unraveling the Mechanisms of Ketamine & the Brain One of the most striking aspects of ketamine is its ability to rapidly reduce symptoms in various mental health conditions. Whether it’s depression, chronic pain, migraines, or PTSD, ketamine ha ..read more

Embarking on a journey toward relief from depression through ketamine infusion can be exciting and nerve-wracking. As you contemplate this transformative treatment, we understand the whirlwind of questions that may be swirling in your mind: What will it feel like? What happens when it’s over? If you’re considering ketamine treatment for depression but feeling nervous and unsure, we’re here with answers to help soothe any anxieties over what to expect from your first ketamine appointment. We understand this is an unfamiliar process, but by getting informed and prepared, you can confidently emba ..read more

Depression can be a debilitating condition that can sap one’s energy, motivation, and will to live. For those who suffer from depression, it can feel like an endless cycle of despair that never seems to end. Despite traditional treatments such as antidepressants and therapy, some individuals continue to experience symptoms of depression that persist even after trying multiple treatments. If you are one of these individuals, it can be disheartening and frustrating to feel like nothing is working. However, there is hope. Spravato*, a nasal spray that works differently from traditional antidepres ..read more

Our provider, Kaitlin R. Staebler, DMSc, PA-C, CAQ, was selected by the Montana AMA as one of eleven participants in the 2023 Healthcare Excellence in Leadership Program. Participants in this top-shelf leadership program attend sessions across Montana to learn about the state’s critical healthcare issues and gain the leadership skills needed to create positive change in their practice, hospital, and surrounding communities.  We are proud of this accomplishment and commend her for her years of career excellence to bring about this selection. To learn more about this selection go to 11 Mont ..read more

Why Physician-Led Care Matters When It Comes to Ketamine Therapy  Ketamine Therapy is quickly gaining popularity as a treatment for various conditions, from depression and anxiety to PTSD and chronic pain. Yet, despite its effectiveness, it still has a bad rap due (or controversy) to where ketamine started and how it has evolved. After all, how could a club drug that first earned notoriety in the psychedelic era possibly be taken seriously, let alone safely today? In what medical setting, other than the 50-plus years it’s been utilized as a dissociative anesthetic, is ketamine considered ..read more

You’re running late for work and can’t find your car keys. You feel a sense of panic rising in your chest. Your heart races as you search the house for the keys. When you finally find them, you rush out the door without breakfast – without so much as a shallow breath. At this point, your nutrition isn’t the only thing that has gone out the window for the day. Your mind and body are already off – your morning scramble sets the tone for the rest of the day. Still, somewhere among the discomfort and subsiding panic, you feel a strange sense of relief that you got where you needed to go in time. S ..read more

“Well, that’s three more interviews this week; nobody will ever want to hire me.” “I can’t believe I caved at lunch and ate that cookie – I’ll always be overweight and unattractive.” “Why even show my face at that party? I’m too shy to make new friends, so I guess I’ll just be lonely forever”. Do you find yourself thinking that the worst will happen? Do you think that your entire life will be ruined if something goes wrong? Or do you have a habit of always realizing the worst possible scenario right away, even before anything happens? Catastrophizing can play a significant role in anxiety and ..read more

When we think of depression, we often picture a person who is sad and withdrawn. This person experiences sadness much of the time, even when the reasons aren’t clear from their experiences. Still, depression is a serious problem that many people face. Many things can cause it and contribute to symptoms just as debilitating, whether or not the reasons or causes are apparent. Situational depression is a type of clinical depression that occurs when a person’s reaction to an event has caused them to become depressed. A wide variety of events can lead to situational depression, including divorce, t ..read more

You lie awake in bed, restless and tense. Your thoughts are circling your mind a mile a minute, and it’s not long before your heart rate seems to start moving just as quickly. When all you can feel is the pounding in your chest, you know that you’re in for another night of sleeplessness — another morning where you can’t concentrate on work because your worries have consumed your focus. Is this stress? You wonder. Anxiety triggered by stress? I’ve always tended to worry too often, so maybe it’s my personality, and I’m just having a moment. Or maybe this is deep-seated anxiety — a disorder, even ..read more