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This month is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding and encouraging conversations about PTSD. While most people have heard of PTSD, there are still many misconceptions about what it is, how it develops, and how it affects those living with it. What is PTSD PTSD can develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening or traumatic event. These events
By Elizabeth Dosoretz, Founder, CEO, & LCSW at Elite DNA Behavioral Health Not all trauma is loud. Some of it is carried in silence. When most people think of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), they picture stress, panic attacks, emotional outbursts, flashbacks or other fear responses. But trauma does not always present that way. Many people with PTSD are still going to work, taking care of their families, showing up for responsibilities, and doing everything
This Mental Health Awareness Month it’s important to understand that you can be around someone every day and not realize they’re struggling. While some signs may be more visible, many are subtle or hidden making it seem like they’re fine when they’re not. What is Mental Health Mental health is what shapes how we think, feel, and interact with the world around us. It influences how we handle stress, build relationships,
By Elizabeth Dosoretz, Founder, CEO, & LCSW at Elite DNA Behavioral Health The journey to better mental health doesn’t begin with treatment. Most people assume mental health care starts with therapy sessions or medication, but it actually begins earlier, with a first step many overlook: the intake appointment. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a good reminder not just of the importance of seeking help, but of how people are supported
By Elizabeth Dosoretz, Founder, CEO, & LCSW at Elite DNA Behavioral Health Stress is a part of life. It’s common to worry over work, finances, relationships, or life itself. But over time, constant stress can take a significant toll on the body and mind. April is Stress Awareness Month, which encourages us to pause and reflect on how stress affects our daily lives. It’s important to
Managing your own stress can be difficult as it is but helping your child navigate theirs can be even more overwhelming. All children experience stress at some point while growing up from childhood through their teenage years. Some children may openly express to their parents that they are feeling overwhelmed while others may keep their feelings to themselves. Understanding what stress looks like in your children and how to respond to your children’s mental health can make a meaningful difference in
Elite DNA Behavioral Health has acquired Dothan Behavioral Medicine Clinic, a trusted, multi-site behavioral health group headquartered in Dothan, Alabama. Founded in 2001 by Dr. Nelson M. Handal, MD, DFAPA, Dothan Behavioral Medicine Clinic has built a long-standing reputation for compassionate, high-quality psychiatric care. The clinic has earned numerous local, regional, and national recognitions, including
Over the past few years, artificial intelligence has moved from something abstract to something woven into our everyday lives. It is changing how we work, communicate, learn, and make decisions. With innovation comes excitement, and there is no question that AI has the potential to improve efficiency and expand access in meaningful ways. At the same time,
Orlando Counseling Services (OCS) is now part of Elite DNA Behavioral Health Orlando. The following OCS providers will join the Elite DNA family soon and begin taking in-person appointments at the Elite DNA Orlando Office located at 3157 N. Alafaya Trl. Orlando, FL 32826: These experienced professionals are committed to delivering high-quality, personalized care and will become key members of
Donate new, unwrapped toys to select Elite DNA offices between November 5 – December 5, 2025! Elite DNA Behavioral Health is accepting new, unwrapped toys for underprivileged children at 11 of its offices. All toys will be provided to The Children’s Advocacy Center of SWFL to distribute to children in our communities. We invite you to help
