Banyan Integrated Health

08/13/2026

There’s something powerful about tending to something without knowing how it will turn out.

In “The Little Fig That Could,” Banyan Tree Counseling & Wellness' clinical intern Sharon Findlay reflects on what it means to release control and trust the process of growth, even when it’s slow.

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A personal reflection on growth, patience, and healing, using the journey of a fig tree to explore resilience, control, and letting go.

08/06/2026

Next week! 🌈

Join us for our FREE monthly Disability Support Group for LGBTQ+ individuals with visible and invisible disabilities. A safe, affirming space to connect, share, and be supported.

🗓 Wednesday, August 12
⏰ 6:30–7:30 PM
📍 North Star LGBTQ+ Community Center

Registration is required for guaranteed entry, so be sure to save your spot! Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/disability-support-group-tickets-1991606133558

07/16/2026

Nutrition professionals are often asked one simple question: "Is sugar bad?"

The answer requires more than a yes or no.

In our latest blog, our registered dietitian Abby Olmstead explores the physiology of sugar metabolism, the science behind food cravings, and the important role that satisfaction plays in supporting a healthy relationship with food.

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Is sugar really bad for you? Learn the science behind sugar, cravings, energy, and food satisfaction from a registered dietitian.

07/01/2026

When you stop surviving… you start becoming.

Banyan Tree Counseling & Wellness licensed psychotherapist, Bru Ramirez shares a reminder that healing doesn’t always happen in big moments. Sometimes it’s found in the quiet, unexpected ways we come back to ourselves.

If something in you has been asking for more… this is your sign to listen.

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Burnout, overwhelm, and losing yourself in life’s roles—this therapist’s story reveals how hobbies, slowing down, and self-reflection can lead to deep healing and personal transformation.

06/24/2026

We’re honored to support a space where community, identity, and lived experience are centered 💛
Join this free monthly support group for LGBTQ+ individuals with visible and invisible disabilities.
Come as you are. You belong here.

📅 Wednesday, July 8
⏰ 6:30–7:30pm
📍 North Star LGBTQ+ Community Center (Winston-Salem)

Register here https://buff.ly/FBiMnbM or via the QR code.
*Registration Required

06/23/2026

Anxiety isn’t just in your head, it’s in your body, too.

Author Hayley McCraw breaks down why your nervous system responds the way it does and how movement can be a powerful tool for regulation, healing, and connection.

Find what feels good for you.

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Discover how movement and body-based approaches like yoga, walking, and somatic therapy support mental health. Learn how the nervous system responds to stress, anxiety, and trauma and how to regulate it.

06/17/2026

Trauma impacts both the mind and body, which means healing often requires care that supports both.

This , therapist Emu Aragon reflects on how trauma-informed therapy helps individuals build safety, regulation, and connection over time.

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In honor of PTSD Awareness Month, explore how trauma therapy helps regulate the nervous system, rebuild safety, and foster meaningful connection.

06/08/2026

Pride holds space for both joy and struggle.
In our newest blog, Banyan Tree Counseling & Wellness psychotherapist Andrew Shaw reflects on the beauty of celebrating LGBTQIA+ identity and community. 🌈

Read here: https://www.banyantreecounseling.com/blog/winston-salem-pride-2026

Celebrate Pride in Winston-Salem 2026 with Banyan Tree Counseling. Honoring LGBTQIA+ joy, community, and affirming mental health care.

05/29/2026

05/28/2026

Summer sounds fun… until the meltdowns start 😅

The transition from school to summer can feel overwhelming for kids who thrive on structure. Banyan Tree Counseling & Wellness psychotherapist Kyra Willeford breaks down some helpful tips in our newest blog so you can head into summer feeling prepared, not stressed.

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Struggling with the shift from school routines to summer break? Learn how to support your child’s mental health with structure, sleep routines, boundaries, and engaging activities for a smooth transition.