MindBodyWellness at SMFS

Support. Healing. Transformation.

“I highly recommend this program to every woman experiencing a fertility challenge. It can be so easy to lose hope and give in to fear, anger and pain, but once you learn how to restructure your thoughts and your attitude, reality follows. I now have the tools to conquer my self-doubt and fear. It is an ongoing battle, but I am better equipped to handle what comes my way. I would never have been able to get this far without MindBodyWellness.”

- S.K., Los Angeles

MindBodyWellness at SMFS is committed to providing exceptional holistic services that promote overall health and well-being. By supporting the body and calming the mind with our restorative programs, we help you achieve a balanced, harmonious state, enhancing the effectiveness of traditional medical treatments.

Our Services

10-week mind/body program

Our mind/body approach is modeled after the Mind Body Medical Institute program at Harvard Medical School. We incorporate the latest scientific and clinical research by mind/body pioneers Herbert Benson, M.D. and Alice Domar, Ph.D. Dr. Domar has personally trained all of our clinicians.

Our program is highly effective in reducing the physical symptoms of stress including insomnia, fatigue, headache, and gastrointestinal distress. It has also been shown to minimize the feelings of depression, anxiety and irritability that can accompany infertility and treatment. Research shows that women taking part in a mind/body program in addition to fertility treatment are more likely to conceive than women who opt for fertility treatment alone.

As a participant, you will meet once a week for two and a half hours. Each session combines group support, skills training and symptom monitoring. You will learn how to:

• Elicit relaxation at any time through meditation, mindfulness and visioning
• Alter lifestyle habits to improve your overall health and well-being
• Free yourself from negative thought patterns using cognitive restructuring techniques
• Support yourself and others in the process of transformation and healing

One-on-one instruction is also available.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) therapy developed more than 2,000 years ago. Acupuncture treatment stimulates specific energy meridians that exist throughout the body. Scientists have observed that this stimulation can cause a physiological response in brain activity, hormone levels, blood pressure, heart rate and immune system function, all of which help the body return to its innate state of balance and harmony. Our acupuncture room offers a tranquil retreat for acupuncture sessions by appointment.

Massage

Massage therapy helps reduce anxiety, pain, headaches, insomnia and other stress-related symptoms. It also aids circulation, helps with detoxification and enhances relaxation. Our certified massage therapists specialize in stress reduction and relaxation.

Other Modalities

MindBodyWellness at SMFS has relationships with local trusted partners who offer nutritional counseling, yoga instruction, specialized massage therapies, and individual or couples counseling. Let us assist you in creating a customized restorative plan to meet your specific needs.

Statistics

• 55% pregnancy rates among infertility patients within one year of participation in a mind/body program vs. 20% in the control group
• Of those women suffering from insomnia, 9 out of 10 experience an improvement in symptoms and a decreased need for sleep medication
• 80% of patients suffering hypertension lower their blood pressure
• Participants typically cut their Beck Depression Inventory scores nearly in half

Contact Us

Contact us for scheduling information, class registration, and pricing information.

For more information about MindBodyWellness please see MindBodyWellness.