Center for Stress, Resilience and Personal Growth at ISMMS

What is the Cognitive Triangle? Source: Mental Health Center Kids, The CBT Triangle: What it is and How it Works – Mental Health Center Kids https://lnkd.in/epZ38x_V The cognitive triangle is a central concept in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). It illustrates how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are interconnected in a continuous feedback loop. Because these components are interdependent, altering one element inevitably influences the others.    This framework helps explain why we respond the way we do in different situations and provides a foundation for shifting into healthier patterns of thinking, feeling, and acting.    Here are some examples:    (Positive) Anticipation of an Event  Thought: “I’m looking forward to this event.”  Emotion: Excitement and enthusiasm.  Behavior: Smiling, approaching others, and engaging socially.    (Negative) Anticipation of an Event  Thought: “I don’t think I should attend.”  Emotion: Nervousness and anxiety about going alone.  Behavior: Choosing to stay home instead of participating.    By becoming aware of these connections, we can challenge unhelpful thoughts, regulate emotions, and adopt more adaptive behaviors — a skill at the heart of CBT.    #mentalhealth #resilience #psychoeducation

This week on our Thankful Thursday series, we are honoring our Program Coordinator Vilma X. Prieto.

A gentle reminder for your day. Digital pause:  Close your eyes for 10 seconds. No screens.   Take a moment to quiet your mind. Be Still.   A mini reset like this can bring more clarity.

Throughout the month, we are featuring several members of our dynamic admin team, as part of our Thankful Thursday series. Each week, we’ll highlight what they’re thankful for, whether it’s a personal reflection or a professional experience.

Ever heard of CBT, but not quite sure what it is?    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an effective, evidence-based form of talk therapy that focuses on how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. It helps individuals recognize and shift unhelpful thought patterns, especially those contributing to anxiety, depression, and PTSD.    CBT is structured, goal-oriented, and grounded in a collaborative relationship between therapist and patient.    At CSRPG, our skilled therapists use CBT to support the mental health of MSHS workers and their adult dependents.    Curious if CBT might be right for you?  Schedule an appointment with one of our clinicians to explore an individualized treatment plan that meets your needs.    #CBT #CBTawareness 

We’re proud to mark the 5-year anniversary of our clinical program. Over the past 5 years, our clinicians have completed nearly 30,000 visits, supporting the mental health and resilience of Mount Sinai employees from across the health system. Thank you to our incredible team and everyone who has been part of this journey. Here’s to continuing to grow and making a positive impact! https://lnkd.in/exUdYY_X

We are very excited to soon be launching our next Building Community Resilience (BCR) Workshop series for Spanish-speaking Community Health Workers and Promotores! The BCR series is focused on supporting the mental wellbeing of community health workers in NYC. After a successful series this past spring, the research team at Icahn School of Medicine IHER and CSRPG has worked closely with community partners to translate the #resilience curriculum into Spanish.  We are looking forward to working with our Community Based Orgs on this project this fall! 

This week is Spiritual Care Week, and it's our chance to recognize the vital role our colleagues in the Department of Spiritual Care and Education play across the Mount Sinai Health System.  From supporting patients navigating end-of-life care and new diagnoses to offering staff a much-needed moment for respite and reflection on busy days, the compassionate presence of a chaplain makes a profound difference. Thank you to our chaplains for your dedication to whole-person care and for being a constant source of support. #SpiritualCare #Chaplaincy #PatientCare #StaffSupport

CSRPG and The Office of Well-Being and Resilience recently presented work led by our Research Coordinator Aysha K. at The American Conference on Physician Health (ACPH) in Boston, MA. This poster presentation focused on the relationship between perceived leadership support and mental health outcomes in healthcare workers (HCWs). Preliminary results showed that higher perceived leadership support is linked to significantly lower odds of depression and anxiety among HCWs. Leadership that fosters visibility, empathy, and trust may be more impactful than individual-level interventions alone.