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Medical Billing Software .com Announces Release of Medisoft Medical Billing Software Version 14 Service Pack 1
Medical Billing Software .com today announced release of the service pack 1 of the popular Medisoft Medical Billing Software program. The service pack addresses over 75 fixes and enhancements designed to improve the popular medisoft billing software version 14 released earlier this year. Medisoft... - November 19, 2008 - MedicalBillingSoftware.com
Bob King Brings Clinical Massage Series to Cortiva Campuses
Massage therapists coast to coast can learn from one of bodywork’s best when Bob King brings his Clinical Massage Series to Cortiva campuses. With 35 years of experience, King is a massage educator, innovator and leader not to be missed. - November 19, 2008 - Cortiva Institute - Schools of Massage Therapy
Association Announces New Emotional Health Radio Show
Dr. Aldo R. Pucci, president of the National Association of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapists, announces his new call-in radio, "Your Emotional Health." The new radio show, aired each Sunday from 11:30 am - Noon eastern time, is based on the very popular and effective counseling approach... - November 17, 2008 - NACBT
Chicago Foundation Responds to Nationwide Suicide Rate Increase with Local Survivor Day
The greater Chicago/Illinois chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP-IL) will hold its annual survivors’ conference in the wake of a recent study finding that national suicide rates have increased for the first time in a decade. The greater Chicago/Illinois Survivors... - November 16, 2008 - American Foundation for Suicide Prevention/Illinois
Economic Woes Draw Many to Counseling
In a day when businesses are failing, many counselors are seeing a large influx of clients looking for help in dealing with the stresses the poor economy adds to their lives. Therapists are forced to assess severity of problems to determine the degree of urgency needed in care, much as a medical facility performs triage in an urgent care setting. One useful instrument for this purpose is the Quick Psycho Affective Symptoms Scan (QPASS). - November 06, 2008 - QPASS: Quick PsychoAffective Symptoms Scan
Capitol Care South to Host Open House on 12/3/08 Showcasing Their New Mental Health Facility
Capitol Care South, a community mental health center located in Irondale, Alabama is hosting an Open House on 12/3/08. - November 03, 2008 - Capitol Care South
UCI School of Medicine Selects Brookside Institute
Brookside Institute announced a new affiliation with University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine to provide educational training for UCI medical students. Beginning Fall 2008, UCI medical students will be participating in educational training at Brookside Institute under the supervision of... - October 31, 2008 - Brookside Institute
In Tough Economic Times, Suicide is Not the Answer Says Dr. J. Kip Matthews
According to a study just published in the December 2008 issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, the U.S. suicide rate climbed steadily between the years 1999 and 2005. The American Association of Suicidology reports that during periods of economic crises, the suicide rate will typically rise. With our declining economic situation in the United States, we can anticipate that this rate will continue to escalate. - October 29, 2008 - AK Counseling & Consulting, Inc.
Former Royal Marine to Help People Overcome Fears and Phobias
Former Royal Marine Andy Duncan from Birmingham has launched a new career helping people overcome their fears and phobias. Andy Duncan has used his experience of scary and dangerous situations in the Forces to set up his own company, The Fear Master. He will be tackling common phobias such as... - October 25, 2008 - The Fear Master
Doctor Discusses Mental Health Treatment for Individuals with Tourette Syndrome
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome presents no-cost Wednesday Webinar series of informative presentations for the general public and professional development. - October 24, 2008 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Wall Street Special- Stress Less Lowers Cost of On-Line Stress and Anxiety Program 80% Until Market Climbs Back Above 9,500 Points
Stress Less, Inc., an on-line marketer of stress and anxiety programs and products (www.stressless.com) just announced an 80% reduction in the cost of their proprietary, on-line stress and anxiety program which teaches relaxation and stress reducing skills using cognitive behavior techniques. The... - October 17, 2008 - Stress Less, Inc.
NeuroHealth Welcomes Psychiatrist Peter T. Smith, M.D. to Its Clinical Team
NeuroHealth today announced that Peter T. Smith, M.D., has joined its team of health care providers. Dr. Smith is a licensed psychiatrist who specializes in the evaluation, treatment and/or management of a wide spectrum of mental health conditions. He has extensive experience working in a... - October 02, 2008 - NeuroHealth Management LLC
Dr. Larry James, Col (Ret) to Speak on "The Impact of War on Health Professionals" Thursday 23 Oct 2008 - Open to Public
Dr. Larry James, PhD, Col (retired) will speak on "The Impact of War on Health Professionals" on Thursday 23 October 2008 at a special Neurobiological Learning Society meeting at Argosy University Hawaii, ASB, 1001 Bishop St. Fourth Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. - Professionals and public are invited. - September 30, 2008 - Neurobiological Learning Society
The Pioneer of Medical Spas, NuU, Now Introduces Naturopathic Medicine to Their Menu of Services
NuU Medspa has earned the reputation of the Medspa Industry Giants of BOTOX® and lasers – now they can add all-natural treatments and services to their already impressive line-up of services. NuU Medical Spa brings Naturopathic Medicine into their centers to help you feel beautiful on... - September 26, 2008 - NuU Unlimited
Trichotillomania Awareness Month Open House Support Mixers In Philadelphia and Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
On Sunday, October 5, 2008 and on Wednesday, October 8, 2008, The Secret Mane Salon will host two educational open house mixers for Trichotillomania Awareness Month. - September 25, 2008 - HelpMe2Stop.org
Teen Motivation - With the Formula for Success - A New DVD
A motivational DVD helping teens "get it together" mentally, physically and spiritually. Bill Morris a former Wall Street executive and World Record holder shares his secrets. - September 18, 2008 - success4teens.com
Stop Smoking Now
Smokers are being offered two group sessions with a Licensed Psychologist to kick the habit. Dr. Hart has 28 yrs experience in the US and UK using CBT and hypnosis with addictions. - September 15, 2008 - Barry B. Hart, Ph.D.
Announcing Expansion of Neuropsychological Testing practice: Including the Assessment of Neurodevelopmental Disorders - Inlcuding ADHD, Learning Disorders, Autism, Etc.
Announcing expansion of neuropsychological testing practice. Including the assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders - inlcuding ADHD, Learning Disorders, Autism, etc. Dr. Rosenfeld is a licensed New York State Psychologist with extensive background and experience in neuropsychological testing of... - September 14, 2008 - Dr. Michael Rosenfeld
Cancer, Diabetes, Aids, Autism and Numerous Other Treatments Within Reach by Discovery of 24 Human DNAs, According to Bob Ainuu Afamasaga
New Discovered 24 DNA Sequences from Initial 64 DNA Is Foundation of New “Human Genetic Code Periodic Table” Which Will Make Research for Cures and Treatments of Cancer, Diabetes, AIDS, Autism… Easy According to Bob Ainuu Afamasaga - September 10, 2008 - ALIV LLC
Cell Phone Wellness Courses to Help Students to Overcome Shyness
iHelpWellness.com offers free innovative cell phone powered program for overcoming shyness for college students. This clinically proven innovative system helps students make real life changes by providing support, motivation and tips at any time throughout the day. - September 04, 2008 - Bright Tiger Enterprises, LLC
Medical Billing Software: Netalytics Chooses MPMsoft as Its Medical Billing Software Solutions Partner
Netalytics, a maker of automated clinic systems for addiction treatment facilities has recently chosen MPMsoft as its back-office medical billing software technology. - August 26, 2008 - Medical Billing Software - MPMsoft
New Services at HowToQuitNow.Info
HowToQuitNow.Info Inc is announcing today that it has launched its first free services in the field of helping people to quit smoking, drinking and other bad habits. Up to date the company has helped over 2300 satisfied customers to stop smoking, drinking and other bad habits. "However through... - August 26, 2008 - HowToQuitNow.Info Inc
Anissa Pfannenstiel Joins Complete Counseling Solutions Online Counseling Group
Anissa is their newest member at Complete Counseling Solutions. She has an extensive background and they are delighted to utilize her past hypnotherapy and Japanese Psychology background. - August 12, 2008 - Complete Counseling Solutions
Demand for Therapy Sessions at Harley Therapy London Defies Economic Downturn
Enquiries for Counselling continues to grow at Harley Therapy London despite Credit Crunch. - August 01, 2008 - Harley Therapy
Step by Step for Recovery, Former Henry Ford Health System Patient Travels Across Michigan to Bring Awareness to Addiction Recovery
One step at a time, Alex Maysura, 55, will challenge himself physically and spiritually as he walks more than 350 miles, from Mackinaw City to Maplegrove Center in West Bloomfield, to honor National Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month and share his personal journey of alcohol recovery. - August 01, 2008 - Henry Ford Health System
Motivate 4 Success, Recovery Coaches; Participate at AMHCA Conference, San Diego, CA
Counselors across the country were introduced to Recovery Coaching from Motivate 4 Success at the AMHCA annual conference. Senior Recovery Coaching was an exciting new topic. - July 30, 2008 - Motivate 4 Success
For Parents in Academia, the Right Life Coach can Make the Difference Between “Tenured” and “Terminated”
Parents in academia make great strides toward succeeding as professors, parents, and partners when they work with the right academic and life coach. Dr. Mary Coussons-Read, PhD, Professor of Psychology and Founding Principal of Powerful Mind Coaching, discusses her work with parents in academia and her clients’ results. - July 26, 2008 - Powerful Mind Consulting and Coaching, LLC
Marriage And Family Counseling Sector Adds One More
Just recently, Jennifer Baxt completed her doctorate in marriage and family therapy. Her mission is to help as many people as she can, which is why she is trying to make herself as accessible as possible. There is even a free therapy forum now being offered on the site to give more people the opportunity to find some helpful advice or suggestions online, instead of having to make an appointment in person. - July 17, 2008 - Complete Counseling Solutions
GRASP is Pleased to Announce the Formation of the San Diego County Chapter of the Global and Regional Asperger’s Syndrome Partnership
GRASP is a free self-help network designed to share ideas and resources, and to offer a supportive forum and community for all adults (and older teens) that share characteristics of the autistic spectrum including Asperger’s Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified. Coming to San Diego for the first time, information and registration is online through www.grasp.org where there are articles and many links about Asperger’s Syndrome and Autism. - July 10, 2008 - Global and Regional Asperger's Syndrome Partnership, San Diego Chapter
Psychological Assessment Made Simple
A new self-report psychological assessment called QPASS (Quick Psychoaffective Symptoms Scan) measures depression, anxiety, anger and related constructs in one test, quickly (10 minutes), economically ($.69 per use) and achieves multiple benefits for the health care professional and, ultimately, for the patient. - July 10, 2008 - QPASS: Quick PsychoAffective Symptoms Scan
Girlfriends Health PLC Awarded Grant from March of Dimes
Free support group to help Brevard County pregnant women cope with depression. - July 09, 2008 - Girlfriends Health, PLC
Trichotillomania, a form of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Can Affect Your Physical Appearance
HelpMe2Stop.org raises money to help economically disadvantaged sufferers of OCD related disorder, Trichotillomania, to restore their hair and physical appearance. - July 01, 2008 - HelpMe2Stop.org
Free Online Therapist Guided Personal Assessments Are Now Available
With so many people needing help, it is hoped that the free online therapy now being offered with the personal assessments will give more people the opportunity to get the help that they need. - June 30, 2008 - Complete Counseling Solutions
Step of Mind Ltd Will Present Its Concept at the Silicom Ventures Summit
Step Of Mind Ltd was selected to present at the Silicom Ventures Summit on June 29th-30th in Tel Aviv. - June 27, 2008 - Step of Mind Ltd
Trippy Trilogy - Alive Mind's Altered Consciousness Collection
3 Acclaimed Documentaries Coming to DVD. - June 24, 2008 - Alive Mind
Introducing the Most Innovative Anger and Conflict Resolution Website on the ‘Net
There was a time in the not-so-distant past when someone needing psycho-educational services would have to travel miles on end for help. Conflict Coaching and Consulting, PLLC believes that professionals should be more accessible and have, in response, created the most innovative anger and conflict resolution programs available online. - June 20, 2008 - Conflict Coaching & Consulting, LLC
Todd’s Anger Management Solutions, PLLC Becomes Conflict Coaching and Consulting, PLLC
The East Coast’s leading provider of anger management services, Todd’s Anger Management Solutions, PLLC, announced that it has become Conflict Coaching and Consulting, PLLC effective June 15, 2008. - June 18, 2008 - Conflict Coaching & Consulting, LLC
AJ Novick Group, Inc. Updates Their World Class Online Anger Management Classes
The AJ Novick Group develops new updates to their state of the art online anger management classes. - June 18, 2008 - AJ Novick Group- Stress and Anger Management
Russ Allen Reports Link Found Between Electrical Pollution and Autism in Children
Since the 1990s, autism has become the fastest-growing developmental disability in the United States. With numbers on an annual rise, it has been estimated that one in every 150 births (24,000 newborns a year) will be diagnosed with autism. - June 14, 2008 - Glenmore Books
Leading Anger Management Expert Featured in ‘Real Simple’
One of America’s leading providers of anger and conflict management services, Carlos Todd, is featured in the June 2008 issue of ‘Real Simple’ – a popular publication of Time Inc. - June 12, 2008 - Conflict Coaching & Consulting, LLC
LIVE Internet Talk Radio Presents "Hypnosis for Positive Life Changes" with Jennifer Van Wie
Jennifer Van Wie of Life Path launches her new live internet talk radio show called “Hypnosis for Positive Life Changes” on the VoiceAmerica’s Health and Wellness channel. - June 11, 2008 - LIVE Internet Talk Radio
Trichotillomania "Trich" Sufferers Gain Support and Hair Help from TheSecretMane Salon
Charlene Blacer, owner of The Secret Mane Salon, helps people struggling with Trichotillomania to regain their natural hair and their confidence. - June 09, 2008 - HelpMe2Stop.org
On Being a Sh*t: Unkind Deeds and Cover-Ups in Everyday Life
Based on years of research, this book reports on the development and testing of a theory of being a sh*t. Inspired by Harry Frankfurt's best-seller, On Bullsh*t. - June 02, 2008 - Jane Gilgun Books
Anger Management Hits Real World Hollywood
Anger Managment Company offers classes to MTV Real World Hollywood residents. - May 27, 2008 - Daybreak Counseling Service
Mental Illness: From Both Sides
Authoress Carol U. Dorsey has written a book on mental illness with insight which has never before been available to the public. This book, Mentall Illness: From Both Sides, takes the reader through the experiences the patient has in a gripping and graphic way that will not soon be forgotten. The... - May 26, 2008 - Carol Dorsey
"Cohesive Life Coaching" Helps Working Adults Excel in their Careers and Personal Lives
Moms and Dads struggling to excel as professionals and parents make tremendous gains by partnering with a with a life coach. Powerful Mind Coaching uses research in Psychology and Mind/Body health to support working parents in their careers and improve quality of life for families. Dr. Mary Coussons-Read, Founding Principal of Powerful Mind Coaching, discusses this process of Cohesive Life Coaching and her results. - May 13, 2008 - Powerful Mind Consulting and Coaching, LLC
Memory: Lost & Found Just Published
James Hewitt RN has done it again. This book is dedicated to all the families and people affected by a Memory Disorder. The three most common forms of dementia are; Alzheimer's disease, multi-infarct dementia (MID) or vascular dementia, and Lewy body dementia. - May 07, 2008 - Jim Hewitt Writing
"The Global Learning Series" and New York State Psychiatric Institute to Raise Awareness of Social Anxiety Disorder in "Understanding Mental Health"
N.Y. State Psychiatric Institute and “The Global Learning Series,” announced today, that the education-focused television program distributed to public television, will feature Social Anxiety Disorder(SAD) in an episode called "Understanding Mental Health." - May 02, 2008 - GTS Education, Inc.
Changes in the Field of Revision Rhinoplasty
There are many changes going on in the field of revision rhinoplasty that will impact patients and doctors alike in the near future. - April 30, 2008 - Institute for Rhinoplasty and Nasal Reconstruction
Introduction of Botox in Facial Paralysis Surgery Leading to Optimism for Bell's Balsy Patients
Bell's palsy is a disorder that can cause facial paralysis due to damage of the nerves that control the muscles that control facial movement. The typical effects of Bell's palsy can include swelling and inflammation of the face and affects the nerves that sends signals to the brain, which then... - April 30, 2008 - Facial Paralysis Institute