The Connection Between Mental Health and Heart Health
Hello, MyNOW Wellness Family! February is American Heart Month, and here’s your reminder that heart health isn’t just about diet and exercise—your mental well-being plays an important role too. Conditions like chronic stress, anxiety, and depression can put extra strain on your heart and nervous system, increasing the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and other cardiovascular issues. Every part of your body is connected.
At MyNOW Wellness, we take a whole-body approach to well-being. Our Micro Current Neurofeedback therapy helps calm the nervous system, lower stress, and improve emotional balance—all of which contribute to better heart health. In addition, we offer counseling and substance use disorder therapy, genetic testing, medication therapy management services to support overall health and recovery.
The Mental Health & Heart Connection
1. Chronic Stress and Blood Pressure Spikes
When stress levels remain high, the body produces excess cortisol and adrenaline, keeping you in a constant fight-or-flight state. Over time, this can lead to:
Elevated blood pressure
Chronic inflammation
Increased risk of strokes and heart disease
Micro Current Neurofeedback helps train the brain to reduce overactive stress responses, promoting relaxation and nervous system balance.
2. Anxiety and Cardiovascular Strain
Ever notice your heart racing when you feel anxious? Anxiety can contribute to:
Rapid heartbeat and palpitations
Increased risk of heart rhythm issues
Higher likelihood of long-term cardiovascular complications
Through brainwave regulation, Micro Current Neurofeedback at MyNOW Wellness helps calm overactive neural pathways, reducing anxiety and improving emotional resilience.
3. Depression’s Impact on Heart Health
Depression isn’t just about mood—it also affects physical health, leading to:
Decreased motivation for physical activity
Disrupted sleep patterns
Unhealthy eating habits
Chronic inflammation, which increases heart risks
Addressing both emotional and physical wellness through Micro Current Neurofeedback, counseling therapy, and medication therapy management (as needed) can help you regain motivation, focus, and balance—all essential for heart and mental health.
How Micro Current Neurofeedback Promotes Heart & Brain Wellness
At MyNOW Wellness, our Micro Current Neurofeedback therapy is designed to:
Reduce stress and anxiety naturally
Enhance sleep quality (critical for heart health)
Support emotional stability and focus
Help the brain self-regulate for long-term resilience
This gentle, non-invasive therapy helps reset neural pathways, allowing the nervous system to work in a more balanced, efficient way—which can reduce cardiovascular strain over time.
A Healthy Mind Leads to a Healthier Heart
Your mental and emotional health can directly impact your heart’s well-being. If you’re feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, don’t ignore the signs—taking care of your mind and nervous system can improve your long-term heart health.
Take the first step toward a healthier you! Schedule a free virtual consultation at MyNOW Wellness and discover how Micro Current Neurofeedback and our other holistic wellness services can support your heart and mind. Your well-being matters—let’s work together to help you feel your best, inside and out.