MindOwl

Meditation Training

Author : Filipe Bastos

MindOwl Founder - My own struggles in life have led me to this path of understanding the human condition. I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in philosophy before completing a master’s degree in psychology at Regent’s University London.  I then completed a postgraduate diploma in philosophical counselling before being trained in ACT (Acceptance and commitment therapy). I've spent the last eight years studying the encounter of meditative practices with modern psychology.

What It Actually Means to Practice Social Work at the Level of Systems Rather Than Individuals

Social work is often pictured as one-on-one client work. Counseling, case management, and direct support come to mind first for most people. A significant portion of the profession’s impact happens at a level most people never see. That level is the level of systems, working to change organizations, policies, and communities rather than individuals. Practicing […]

How Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists Address Different Functional Needs

Speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists are frequently confused with one another. Both professionals may work with the same patient populations, from children with developmental delays to adults recovering from stroke. That overlap in patient population makes the two roles feel interchangeable, but they are not. Speech-language pathologists focus on communication and swallowing, while occupational therapists […]

How to choose the right alcohol and drug rehab program for recovery

Finding the right rehab program is crucial for those seeking help with substance abuse and addiction recovery. With options ranging from residential to outpatient care, it’s important to select a treatment path that can address both individual needs and daily responsibilities. Understanding what sets different addiction treatment programs apart helps people make informed decisions about […]

The Addiction Nobody at Work Sees: How People Build Their Entire Day Around Hiding Substance Use

Substance use problems at work do not always look like missed shifts, obvious intoxication or declining performance. Some people become exceptionally good at protecting their professional lives. They know when they can drink, when they need to stop and how much time they need before a morning meeting. They schedule appointments strategically, invent explanations for […]

What Should Mental Health Practices Prioritize When Choosing an EHR?

Mental health practices handle detailed clinical notes, medication records, assessments, and long-term treatment plans every day. Disconnected workflows and lengthy documentation can reduce the time available for patient interaction and increase administrative pressure. A suitable electronic health record should support clinical decisions while making documentation simpler and more accurate. Practices that compare the best EHR […]

Why Anxiety and Substance Use So Often Arrive Together

https://pixabay.com/photos/depression-man-anxiety-sad-emotion-4395124 Anxiety and addiction rarely travel alone. If you’ve ever seen someone white-knuckle through a panic attack, only to grab a drink an hour later, you already know the drill. Two problems that look distinct are often just one problem with two different outfits. And here’s the part most people miss: Trying to treat one […]

Fun Learning Activities for Children With Autism and How Sensory-Friendly Routines Can Help

Children with autism often learn best through experiences that match the way they process sensory information. Traditional instruction doesn’t always provide that flexibility, which can make learning feel frustrating for both children and their parents. Play-based, hands-on activities can offer a different path, giving children opportunities to develop communication, motor, attention, and social skills while […]

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