Coronavirus Resources and Updates on Therapy with Valerie

Hello Friends! I thought I would take a bit of time to organize some resources and information for people in the wake of recent virus related events.

It is important to know the facts, take this seriously, but not panic (so easy). I would recommend to limit your exposure to information about the pandemic. It is important to be informed but overly engaging in watching videos, discussion, and reading reports does not help you be more prepared. Look to reputable sources (here, here, and here) for information and do not rely only on the news, memes, or online bloggers. Stress disrupts your immune system, your body's natural ability to defend itself. Below you will find some ideas for managing uncertainty, stress, and occupying your time. Remember, a lot of what happens from this point is outside of our control, but how you respond is in your control. We can take care of ourselves and each other and adapt to some new temporary changes.

We all have a responsibility to practice some social distancing during this time. Here is an article describing the importance of social distancing.

The CDC and the State of Georgia have recommended that all workers who can work from home should do so. That said, starting Monday 3/16/2020, all appointments for Cedar Creek Wellness will be offered online only. If you are a current client, please look to your email for instructions on how to access this service. I use a secure, video conferencing platform that can be accessed from any smartphone, laptop, or tablet.

I prefer in person sessions. I initially sent out an email offering those sessions on an optional basis, but as more information has arisen and after looking towards what my , I feel it is a responsibility to only offer this type of session for the time being. A person can be contagious with the coronavirus for several days before they show symptoms. Several of my clients are immuno-compromised or have other health conditions. I truly hope that this is all over-reaction but in the likely event that it is not, I would prefer to know that I did what I could to prevent transmission.

I would like to offer these suggestions for things to do during this time:

Manage your stress through meditation, yoga, time in nature (away from crowds), reading novels, arts and crafts, movies, and cooking for your family.

Utilize mindfulness practices to stay grounded in the present moment. We may not know what the coming months may hold, but we can rest in this present moment. Here are some suggestions:

Take a Mindful Moment - 5 practices for daily life

Mayo Clinic's Mindfulness Exercises 

A Blog post from 2016, Written by Valerie about Mindfulness

Your regular routine may be disrupted during this time. Try to find some routines that involve self-care, connecting with people, and mental stimulation.

Try out Coursera or Skillshare for free online courses, check out my favorite YouTube Channels (Crash Course, Yoga with Adriene , KEXP Radio, The Psych Show)


If you have any questions you can email me at valerie@cedarcreekwellness.org

I look forward to seeing you in person as soon as possible, but until then, see you online. Take Care. ~Valerie