2.  A psychologist with the ACS Assessment and
Treatment Center, Charlene Kushler provides
high-quality family therapy services to her
clients. Charlene Kushler helps treat a wide
range of problems, from adolescent behavioral
problems to adult ADD. She also teaches
relaxation techniques that help reduce stress.
One technique that is often helpful is
progressive relaxation. By taking 10 to 20
minutes to focus solely on the repetition of
tensing and relaxing various muscles in the
body, individuals can learn to release some of
their stress and clear their mind.

3.  A therapist can help individuals learn this
technique, as well as others such as cognitive
reframing, to lower their stress levels.
By practicing relaxation techniques, the
individual can experience reduced blood
pressure, better concentration, and less
tension. It is often recommended that
relaxation techniques be used in addition to
various other positive methods for coping with
stress. These methods often include exercising
and reaching out to friends and family as well
as maintaining a regular sleep schedule and
appropriate diet.