Blog Posts in 2026

A Simple Breath in a Stress Heavy World

May 26, 2026

A Simple Breath in a Stress‑Heavy World Bruce Swarny, MD, Psychiatry, Livingston HealthCare Stress today feels almost like the air we breathe—constant, invisible, and too often accepted as normal. Between financial pressures, family responsibilities, and the ever‑accelerating demands of work, many of us move through life carrying more tension than we realize. And as we age, change, though ...

Building Connection, Strengthening Community: Dr. Chris Spromberg on Mental Health and the Power of Belonging

May 12, 2026

Building Connection, Strengthening Community: Dr. Chris Spromberg on Mental Health and the Power of Belonging In conversations about mental health, one theme continues to rise to the surface: connection matters. For Dr. Christopher Spromberg, a clinical psychologist at Livingston HealthCare, the role of community is not just important—it is essential. Isolation is one of the most significant risk ...

Nurturing Strong Roots for Families: Prenatal Mental Health Care

May 11, 2026

Nurturing Strong Roots for Families: Prenatal Mental Health Care Megan Hatch, MD, Family Medicine, Livingston HealthCare When we think about prenatal care, we often focus on what can be measured: lab values, ultrasounds, blood pressure, fetal growth. These are all essential pieces of a healthy pregnancy. Yet one of the most influential factors in pregnancy outcomes is frequently left unspoken or ...

Access, Equity, and Heart: The Rural Health Care Imperative

May 8, 2026

Access, Equity, and Heart: The Rural Health Care Imperative Susan Meyer, PA-C, Shields Valley Clinic, Livingston HealthCare Each year, communities across the country recognize National Rural Health Day, a time to honor the strength and resilience of rural America - and to shine a light on the importance of accessible healthcare close to home. As I sit and write this in Wilsall, in the heart of the ...

Small Steps Lead to Strong Motivation

May 6, 2026

Small Steps to Strong Motivation Christopher Spromberg, Psy.D Clinical Psychologist, Livingston HealthCare Last week, I wrote about how action creates motivation; this week, I want to focus on the most important question that follows: how to actually get started, one small step at a time. One of the most effective approaches to building motivation is to begin with action, even when you don’t feel ...

Why Action Creates Motivation

Apr 22, 2026

Why Action Creates Motivation Christopher Spromberg, Psy.D Clinical Psychologist, Livingston HealthCare In my work as a clinical psychologist, I frequently hear a common concern from adults, teenagers and parents alike, “I just don’t feel motivated,” or “My child has no motivation.” It’s often described as the core problem— the reason homework isn’t getting done, appointments are missed, or daily ...