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The Dr. is in! What is SAD?

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on March 4, 2024. Posted in Local Health, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Winter, a season often filled with cozy blankets, warm beverages and holiday festivities, can be joyful in many ways. While for many it’s a time of comfort and celebration, for others, the winter months can bring about a different experience—one marked by the persistent cloud of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), commonly known as seasonal depression. By Kathryn Malone, LCSW To inspire healthier communities through compassionate, evidence-based mental health treatment; science-driven education; and trusted, accessible resources. Lukin Center Driven by Science. Led by Compassion As the days...

The Dr. is in! February – National Eating Disorder Awareness

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 5, 2024. Posted in Local Health, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

During the week of February 20th to 26th, we recognize National Eating Disorder Awareness. by Samantha Renfree LPC CCTP To inspire healthier communities through compassionate, evidence-based mental health treatment; science-driven education; and trusted, accessible resources. Lukin Center Driven by Science. Led by Compassion What is an eating disorder? Eating disorders are a category of mental illnesses in which there are multiple types. As a whole, eating disorders involve a persistent challenge of eating or behaviors related to eating that impact the individual’s ability to consume food...

The Dr. is in! January Issue – Mental Wellness Month

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on January 1, 2024. Posted in Local Health, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

January is identified as Mental Wellness Month. There’s no better time than the beginning of a new year to take stock of your mental health and learn new ways to improve your overall well-being. by JAmIE SCARNATY, LSW Licensed Psychotherapist To inspire healthier communities through compassionate, evidence-based mental health treatment; science-driven education; and trusted, accessible resources. Lukin Center Driven by Science. Led by Compassion What Is mental wellness? Mental wellness refers to a state of emotional, psychological and social well-being where individuals feel a sense of purpose,...

The Dr. is in! How to Handle Holiday Stress

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on November 30, 2023. Posted in Local Health, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

December is the much-anticipated time of each year as the holidays continue to come alive. The traditional aspects and the joyous pace of what occurs during this festive time typically is where families spend much time together. The time of year is a good source to bring up the topic of Family Therapy. by Jeremy Furham, LPC To inspire healthier communities through compassionate, evidence-based mental health treatment; science-driven education; and trusted, accessible resources. Lukin Center Driven by Science. Led by Compassion The holiday season is upon us again! Holidays can bring great joy,...

The Dr. is in! November – Holiday Season Begins

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on November 2, 2023. Posted in Local Health, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Meet Samantha Renfree, Samantha Renfree is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in eating disorders, trauma, substance use, body image concerns and anxiety disorders. Samantha is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Samantha is Health at Every Size (HAES) aligned and uses an Intuitive Eating approach in her work with clients to help individuals in all bodies along their journey of healing. Lukin Center- Westfield Office 128 S Euclid Ave, Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 509-8336 November is the much-anticipated...

4 Tips to… Improve Cholesterol

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on November 2, 2023. Posted in Local Health, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Looking for ways to keep your heart at its healthiest? Improving your cholesterol can be a great way to start. Cholesterol is fat that the body carries throughout the bloodstream and uses to transport vitamins, minerals and other substances to cells. Cholesterol can also give insight into your risk for heart attack and stroke. Kevin McElligott, MD, a cardiologist with Atlantic Health System, shares what impacts cholesterol levels, how it’s measured and tips to help improve your numbers. What are the Cholesterol Numbers to Know Cholesterol tests are blood tests that are done after fasting....

THE DR. IS IN! October Issue – Depression Awareness Month

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on October 2, 2023. Posted in Local Health, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Meet Heather Flaherty, she is a psychotherapist at Lukin Center. She specializes in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, psychosocial stressors, interpersonal difficulties, and life transitions for teens, young adults, and adults. She is currently offering in-person and virtual sessions and work out of Lukin Center’s Ridgewood & Westfield locations! Lukin Center- Westfield Office 128 S Euclid Ave, Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 509-8336 October is recognized as Depression Awareness Month each year. The purpose is to increase understanding, decrease stereotypes, and help educate on how...

Morristown Medical Center doubles national recognitions Overlook Medical Center climbs state rankings

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on August 30, 2023. Posted in Local Health, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Atlantic Health System recently announced that it is the only health care system in New Jersey to have two of its hospitals, Morristown Medical Center and Overlook Medical Center, ranked within the top four hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report in its 2023-2024 Best Hospital rankings. The medical centers join the rest of Atlantic Health System’s hospitals in offering patients expanded access to clinical care that is amongst the best in the nation. Morristown Medical Center doubled its number of national recognitions from U.S. News in this year’s rankings to six, the highest...

The Dr. is in! August – Back to School

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 31, 2023. Posted in Local Health, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Meet Jessica Colucci, LPC. She is a child and adolescent therapist at the Lukin Center for Psychotherapy. She specializes in the treatment of behavioral difficulties in children, anxiety, depression, as well as strengthening the parent-child relationship within families. Jessica also specializes in the treatment of trauma and is trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She provides virtual and in- person sessions at our Westfield, Ridgewood and Hoboken locations! As our kids get ready to go back to school, what are some ways...