'Even if medical tests cannot explain your pain or tiredness or disability, it does not lessen your suffering. The pain of medically...

Health anxiety affects the mind and the body. It can make it harder to receive medical care. Learn some ways to cope.

I recognize that reading about news events in general can be difficult, and for those who have experienced medical stress, this one may...

What is trauma-informed mindfulness? Check out this video to learn more.

"Storms make trees take deeper roots." - Dolly Parton Ginkgo Leaf Health Services is located in Asheville, NC. In late September 2024, we...

"Delayed is preferable to never." - Danish proverb Welcome back to the blog! This summer was busy for us at Ginkgo Leaf. During the past...

Disability Pride Month challenges the invisibility of individuals with disabilities.

One in five people in the United States provide caregiving to adults with health needs. Many of them suffer from caregiver exhaustion.

Healthcare is in a dilemma period. Discover what disruptive innovation might look like.

When struggling with illness, perhaps curiosity and equanimity and provide a pathway from fear and anger, back to healthy empowerment.

When you are grieving, this time of year can be hard. Here are some resources that may help.

We have just moved through National American Indian Heritage Month, however healthcare disparities are ongoing. Learn more here.

If you have experienced a traumatic medical event, this time of year may be difficult. Read on to learn about trauma triggers and reactions.

Ever wondered why your primary care visit feels short, and what forces are at work that shape the length of the average visit? Read on.

When awful things happen, it may feel as though our muses have left us. Perhaps, however, they are simply busy helping us through.

Learn about common sources of medical stress, what symptoms to look for, and how to cope.

Wondering what therapy is and how to get started? This explanation of treatment planning should help.