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Mindful Conversations

Mindful Conversations is a space for thoughtful reflection, clinical insight, and meaningful dialogue around recovery, mental health, and whole-person wellness. Here, we explore the intersections of science, mindfulness, emotional health, and lived experience—offering perspectives that support awareness, resilience, and sustained healing. Each post is an invitation to pause, reflect, and engage more intentionally with your own path toward health.

You don’t need all the answers to take the next step. Whether you’re seeking support for addiction, mental health, trauma, or a more integrated approach to wellness, we’re here to meet you where you are and help you determine the right path forward. Reach out to learn more or schedule a consultation when you’re ready.

Susie Wiet, MD 12/31/24 Susie Wiet, MD 12/31/24

Transform Your Life in 2025: Comprehensive Care for Mind, Body, and Spirit at Sovegna

Sovegna provides a holistic approach to healing that addresses the mind, body, and spirit. Whether you're seeking to break free from addiction, find peace through therapy, or optimize your wellness through personalized treatments, we offer the expert care and support you need to make lasting change.

Susie Wiet, MD 7/12/24 Susie Wiet, MD 7/12/24

Summer Self-Care Tips

The dog days of summer are upon us, bringing long, hot days. While it might be tempting to stay inside in the cool air-conditioned comfort of your home or office, it’s important to take advantage of the outdoor opportunities essential for mental and physical wellness.

Katie Quinlan, CMHC 9/28/23 Katie Quinlan, CMHC 9/28/23

Unlocking Healing: The Power of EMDR Therapy

EMDR is an evidence-based and highly effective therapy intervention that assists with healing from traumatic experiences. EMDR focuses on the problematic memories (the past), the situations that are disturbing (the present), and the skills necessary for the future.

Susie Wiet, MD 11/15/22 Susie Wiet, MD 11/15/22

Self-Care Tips for the Holidays

The holiday season is here again, and along with it, stress. Family obligations, work, shopping, entertaining, cooking and baking, and more can lead to heightened levels of anxiety from Thanksgiving through Christmas.

Susie Wiet, MD 8/30/22 Susie Wiet, MD 8/30/22

The Importance of Human Connection

Group therapy is a very important component of long-term recovery: Connection with others is grounding and vital for survival.

Susie Wiet, MD 3/28/22 Susie Wiet, MD 3/28/22

Meditation, Movement, and Mental Health

The ancient practices of meditation, Qigong, Tai Chi, and yoga continue to flourish as modalities for healing and maintaining wellness of the mind-body-spirit. But did you know there is a growing body of clinical evidence that yoga and meditation can provide therapeutic help in relieving stress, depression, and anxiety?

Susie Wiet, MD 3/8/22 Susie Wiet, MD 3/8/22

Nutrition and Mental Wellness

We all know a healthy, nutritious diet is essential for our physical wellness, but did you know there has been much research done recently regarding the impact nutrition has on our mental health, too?