2022 – Converge Mental Wellness Associates, PLLC

Your New Year’s Resolutions

Dec 14, 2022scottthompsonConvergeNews

As we end another year, one often finds reasons to seek improvement in one or many aspects of life. What are your resolutions for 2023? To lose weight? Seek a better job? Read more? For many during the holidays, any thought of a “New Year’s Resolution” can be a tall order; given how difficult the time of year can be. Often we find that our ability to cope is put to the test with the pressures of holiday gatherings, spending, loneliness and the loss of departed loved ones. Striving for a better life and better health is always a possibility, even if it sounds like an “impossible” or daunting task. We at Converge are here to fulfill that one piece of the puzzle if you have concerns about mental illness and treatment; call us to make an appointment today!

Special Announcement!

Aug 26, 2022scottthompsonUncategorized

We at Converge Mental Wellness Associates, PLLC are proud to announce we are now part and working in conjunction with the Hope Counseling Centers, LLC Network. More details are forthcoming, and we have already begun to accept referrals from this network. We look forward to a long and positive relationship with Hope as we continue to expand our services in meeting the mental health needs of the community at large.

May is Mental Health Month

May 5, 2022scottthompsonEducation

The importance of one’s mental health can not be overstated. Thankfully, much more attention has been given to mental health in the past several years, especially since the effects of the pandemic have touched everyone and often in negative ways. “Mental Health” is more than just “feeling happy,” but rather the ability to cope with life’s challenges, the ability to feel and process emotions and the judgement in reacting well to others. Mental illness is just as individual as we each can be, since no two people react the same way to the same circumstance. We at Converge are trained and experienced in assessing your mental health concerns, whatever they may be, and tailoring a treatment program to your specific needs. Regardless of your position in this lifetime, you deserve optimal mental health.

April is Stress Awareness Month

Apr 18, 2022scottthompsonEducation

At first glance, one may read this phrase and wonder, “How could I possibly not be aware of my stress?” However, stress comes in many forms from many sources, and manifests in many different ways. You may experience sleep problems, physical issues like chronic pain or digestive issues; or simply feel anxious or depressed. Effective stress management is the cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle. If stress has overwhelmed you and its effects are noticeable, you may want to speak with a professional for help. Of course, we at Converge are available to help you manage issues such as depression, anxiety or mood swings, etc. that can often accompany high stress levels.

Now accepting new patients!

Mar 26, 2022scottthompsonUncategorized

We the clinicians of Converge are seeing patients in our Troy office (or via virtual visits if desired) and are now available to accept new patients. In most cases, a first appointment can be arranged within one week of your call/contacting us. Contact us today!

Welcome to 2022!

Jan 11, 2022scottthompsonConvergeNews

Happy New Year!

It is perhaps as good a time as any to reflect on the importance of mental health in general, in the coming year ahead. All of us have been affected by the pandemic; needless to say, especially those already struggling with conditions such as depression or anxiety. The isolation imposed on most of us has challenged our individual ability to cope with solitude and loneliness at times; not to mention the changes in occupation / income, changes in routine and changes in relationships – all of which have prompted some to explore changes in coping skills, for better or worse.

We at Converge continue to be taking new patients in an effort to broaden our outreach; and have expanded our practice to include virtual visits in an effort to extend psychiatric services to all, regardless of geographic location or situation. In-person office visits are still encouraged and available, the choice is always yours.

Change can be difficult, and change in addition to mental health concerns can be a difficult combination. As always, we encourage all of those with ongoing mental health concerns to seek counseling if able, and we are here to do our part in the management of psychotropic medications if/when they are needed for your particular condition.