Episode 51: Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist Mary Beth Del Balzo On How To Nurture Your Mental Health During The COVID-19 Pandemic

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I am so happy to be able to share today’s podcast with you; it’s my hope that you’ll find the information shared in it to be helpful, especially as we continue navigating these stressful times. I’m chatting with return guest Mary Beth Del Balzo — who is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, psychotherapist and hypnotherapist (and my mom!) — about what it’s like to be a mental health professional during the COVID-19 pandemic. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p> <p><strong>There are so many great nuggets of information in this podcast, but here are some my favorites:</strong></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">   </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">During a time in which in-person connections are not possible, telehealth can be a wonderful way to remain in touch with your mental health professional.</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">   </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">If you feel overwhelmed by feelings of anxiety and worry, hypnotherapy can be an incredibly helpful tool in calming the mind and body.</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">   </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">If feelings of despondency are becoming prominent in your life, firstly know you’re not alone. Secondly, make sure to do things which bring you happiness, like connecting with your circle of people, creating art, listening to or playing music, drinking plenty of water, and meditating.</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">   </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Meditation can be an essential self-care tool and can help clear your mind of negative or worried thoughts.  </span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you want to learn more about Mary and the works she does, you can connect with her via her</span> <a href="https://marybethdelbalzo.com/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">website</span></a> <span style= "font-wei