Types of Therapy: Choosing the Right One for You
A recent article in U.S. News and World Report discusses how to choose the right therapy for you. The article goes into detail with the different types of mental health therapies, including psychoanalysis and psychodynamic therapies, cognitive-behavioral therapy,...
The Complete Guide to Our Innovative Clinical Model
One of the key differences in Lightfully Behavioral Health’s ground-breaking approach to care is our clinical model, the Precision Care Model, which is rooted in Process Based Therapy (PBT). Our Precision Care Model (PCM) is an innovative therapeutic framework that...
Summer Shine Intensives
"Live in the sunshine. Swim in the sea. Drink in the wild air." --Ralph Waldo Emerson For many people, summer is a time of abundant sunshine that offers a break from routine. For some, a break from structured activity found at school or work can lead to depression and...
65% of Students Prefer In-Person Learning, New Survey Finds
The Healthline article discusses a recent Pew Research survey that found that 65% of teen students prefer in-person schooling as opposed to hybrid or remote learning. However, there were significant differences in preference according to ethnic group. Pew Research...
Lightfully Behavioral Health to Open New Mental Health Center for Adults in Encinitas, Second of Six Facilities Planned for San Diego
SAN DIEGO, CALIF. (JUNE 8, 2022)– Newly launched health care startup, Lightfully Behavioral Health, a rapidly growing mental health treatment provider based in Thousand Oaks, Calif., will open its newest facility in Encinitas, on June 15. This is Lightfully’s second...
Five Things Families Should Look for in Treatment Centers
Attempting to find a high-quality mental health treatment program for you or your loved one can be overwhelming. Countless programs describe themselves as offering “highly individualized” treatment, present themselves as “trusted” providers, and boast excellent...
Do I Need Inpatient Mental Health Treatment?
Inpatient Mental Health Treatment Mental health is a critical aspect of our lives, and sometimes we need a little help to keep it in check. When it feels like our mental health is spiraling out of control, it might be time for inpatient mental health treatment. In...
San Diego Business Journal, Top Professionals in Behavioral Health 2022 Honorees
Congratulations to three Lightfully employees—Clodagh Rafferty, Taylor Stead, LMFT, and Moises Estrada, LMFT—who have been recognized as 2022’s Most Influential Behavioral Healthcare Professionals by the San Diego Business Journal! Moises Estrada is Director of...
Dr. Nicole Siegfried PhD., CEDS, How to Talk With Kids About What Happened in Uvalde
Lightfully Behavioral Health's Dr. Nicole Siegfried PhD., CEDS, on how to talk with kids about what happened in Uvalde. In the short video that aired on NBC 4 News, parents expressed their frustration and feelings about keeping their children safe after the Uvalde...