Resilient Health Services

08/31/2026

MYTH MONDAY 🎙️

"I'm so bipolar today" ≠ bipolar disorder.

This phrase gets tossed around a lot, usually to describe a mood that changed a couple times in one day. But that's not actually what bipolar disorder is.

Bipolar disorder involves distinct episodes of mania or hypomania (elevated energy, less need for sleep, racing thoughts, impulsivity) and depression, each of which can last days to weeks, not hours. It's a real, diagnosable condition that affects sleep, energy, judgment, and daily functioning. It's not just having an off day.

Using the term casually might feel harmless, but it can make it harder for people actually living with bipolar disorder to be taken seriously, and it can make the condition sound smaller than it really is.

If you're noticing real mood episodes that last for days and disrupt your life, that's worth talking to a provider about. Words matter, and so does getting the right care. 💜

08/28/2026

"Why should I choose Resilient Health for my Spravato® treatments?"

Because we built the experience around you, not just the treatment itself.

Our Spravato® room is a quiet, private space designed specifically for this purpose — calm and cozy, not clinical. We wanted our whole office to feel less like a typical medical space and more like somewhere you'd actually want to be: warm, welcoming, a little more homey than stuffy.

Our team checks in with you throughout your appointment to make sure you're comfortable and have what you need, whether that's adjusting the lighting, grabbing you a blanket, or just sitting with you for a minute. You're also welcome to bring your own comfort items like headphones, a book, a blanket and pillow, or whatever helps you relax.

Beyond the space, you're getting care from a team that knows this treatment well and treats it as one part of a bigger, personalized plan built around you, not a one-size-fits-all protocol.

If you've been considering Spravato®, we'd love to talk with you about what treatment here actually looks like. Message or call us today!

08/28/2026

When you're stressed, your body releases cortisol, which is the hormone that puts you on alert and keeps you there until something tells it it's safe to stand down.

The good news is that small, consistent habits can help send that "all clear" signal. Slow breathing calms your nervous system directly. Moving your body burns off built-up tension. Taking actual breaks and not just switching tasks can give your mind room to reset.

None of this fixes stress overnight, but each one chips away at it. Swipe through for three simple ways to start!

08/27/2026

08/26/2026

We’ve talked about the science of dopamine before . Today, let’s talk about how to actually work with it.🧠

Dopamine drives motivation, focus, and follow-through, but it responds best to small, consistent inputs — not big, occasional spikes. Here’s how to support it throughout your day:

Morning — Start slow. A gentle wake-up and a quiet check-in (even just noticing how you feel) sets a steadier baseline than reaching for your phone first thing.

Midday — Pick one task and give it your full attention for a short stretch. Taking one task at a time and a brief walk or stretch is one of the most reliable ways to keep focus and motivation online.

Afternoon — Low-pressure creativity and a quick, genuine connection with someone are steady, sustainable dopamine sources, no crash required.

Evening — Scale back screens and reflect on a few small wins from the day. This helps your system reset instead of staying wired into the night.

08/25/2026

Continuing our Team Tuesday series, meet Keri Collins!👋

Keri has spent more than 12 years in fast-paced healthcare settings, and it shows in the way she runs a room: calm, organized, and always a step ahead of what a patient might need next.

She's often one of the first faces you'll see when you walk through our doors, and that matters to her. Keri knows visiting a clinic can feel stressful, so she works to make sure every person who comes through feels comfortable and cared for from the moment they arrive.

Behind the scenes, she's the one keeping things running smoothly for both our providers and our patients — coordinating, supporting, and problem-solving, often all at once. But ask anyone on our team and they'll tell you what really sets Keri apart: how much she genuinely cares. She believes every interaction, even a short one, has the potential to make someone's day a little easier.

We're grateful to have her on our team. 💜

08/21/2026

You don't have to finish everything on your list to deserve a slow weekend.

Rest isn't a reward for being productive enough...It's just something you need. Take the nap, skip the errand, let the to-do list wait. Your mind and body will thank you.

What's one thing you're letting go of this weekend?

08/20/2026

You've tried the medications. You've done the work. And you're still waiting to feel like yourself again.

That waiting doesn't have to be the end of the story. Spravato® is FDA-approved specifically for people who've tried other treatments for depression without getting real relief — and for many, it's the first thing that's actually moved the needle. It's given right here in our office, it's often covered by insurance, and it might be the option you haven't tried yet.

If you've been stuck, this is worth a conversation.
Book an appointment by tapping this link https://www.resilienthealthdsm.com/request-consultation
or you can message or call us— we'll tell you exactly what it looks like and whether it's a fit for you!

08/19/2026

Why your provider always asks about your sleep. 🌙

Sleep isn't just self-care...it's one of the most telling indicators of your mental health, and it's one of the first things asked about in a psychiatric evaluation. Poor sleep doesn't just leave you tired; it can worsen anxiety, depression, and mood instability, and in some cases, sleep disruption is one of the earliest signs something's shifting, before other symptoms even show up.

The relationship goes both ways, too. Depression and anxiety can make it harder to fall or stay asleep, and poor sleep can then make those same symptoms harder to manage. It’s a loop that's hard to break without addressing both sides.

Sometimes, sleep struggles are more than just a rough patch. They can be their own diagnosable condition, separate from or alongside anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns. If you've been dealing with months of poor sleep and chalking it up to a busy season of life, it might be worth having it formally evaluated instead of just pushing through it.
Some psychiatric medications can also affect sleep, which is part of why your provider tracks it closely and may adjust timing or dosage based on how you're sleeping.

If sleep has been a struggle lately, we'd love to talk it through with you.
📞 (515) 461-8889

08/18/2026

Happy Team Tuesday!🥳

Meet Wilky! Wilky Sanon, DHA, MS, NCC, LMHC, is our Licensed Mental Health Counselor, bringing more than a decade of experience helping people work through relational trauma, crisis, and complex emotional patterns. Over the past few years, he's also built a particular focus on supporting people living with bipolar disorder.

What makes his approach distinct is that he tailors therapy to the person in front of him — not a script, but something built around your story, your strengths, and your background. He's also fluent in French, Haitian Creole, English, and Spanish, which means he can connect with clients across a wide range of communities in a way that actually feels like home.

Outside of work, Wilky loves cooking without a recipe (usually with a good podcast running in the background), going for runs, and photography — he's always finding something worth capturing, even on an ordinary day.

If you're looking for a therapist who brings both clinical depth and real-world understanding to the table, Wilky's your guy!