Helpful Links
River Valley has worked with or have affiliated themselves with a variety of organizations in mental health. Here are some helpful links and resources in the mental health and wellness field.
American Massage Therapy Association
Resource information for Massage Therapists and consumers. The “Find a Massage Therapist” page has a locator feature as well as information consumers can read about massage, health, and wellness.
American Psychiatric Association
“The American Psychiatric Association is a medical specialty society recognized worldwide. Its over 38,000 U.S. and international member physicians work together to ensure humane care and effective treatment for all persons with mental disorders, including mental retardation and substance-related disorders. It is the voice and conscience of modern psychiatry. Its vision is a society that has available, accessible quality psychiatric diagnosis and treatment.”
American Psychological Association
The APA’s Help Center is an online resource for brochures, tips, and articles on the psychological issues that affect physical and emotional well-being, as well as information about referrals.
“The Journal of Chinese Medicine is the foremost English language journal on all aspects of Chinese medicine including acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, dietary medicine, and Chinese medical history and philosophy.” The Journal of Chinese Medicine’s website contains an extensive article archive and is a great source for international research on Chinese Medicine.
Stress management techniques, including massage therapy.
Minnesota Psychological Association
The MPA enhances public and psychological interests by promoting the science of psychology and its applications.
National Alliance on Mental Illness
NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots organization for people with mental illness and their families. Founded in 1979, NAMI has affiliates in every state and in more than 1,100 local communities across the country. This site provides information and advocacy issues relating to mental illness.
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
“As part of the National Institute of Health, this center’s mission is to define, through rigorous scientific investigation, the usefulness and safety of complementary and alternative medicine interventions and their roles in improving health and health care.”
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
Provides resources for therapeutic massage and bodywork certifications and standards.
National Institute of Mental Health
NIMH conducts research focused on understanding, treating, and preventing mental disorders, paving the way for prevention and recovery.
The Board of Psychology protects the public by enforcing rules and laws for licensing psychologists and regulating their professional conduct.
Start Your Recovery – Directory of Rehab Centers in Minnesota
Support and resources for overcoming substance misuse.
Mental Health America promotes mental wellness and provides resources for understanding and addressing mental health challenges.
Center for Disease Control – Child Development Information
Resources on the cognitive, social, and emotional development of children.
Memory Care in Minnesota for Aging Adults
This guide covers the cost of memory care in Minnesota, financial assistance options, free memory care resources, and a directory of facilities in Minnesota.
River Valley Behavioral Health and Wellness Center, PLLC is an LGBTQ+ affirming clinic.