Be Mindful
New Year hike encourages healthy habits and mental wellness
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The new year is bringing new opportunities for people across the Borderland to focus on healthier habits, and for one local group, that starts outdoors. Community members welcomed 2026 with a New Year’s Day hike at Chuck Heinrich Memorial Park, surrounded by the scenic views of the Franklin Mountains. Organizers say
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El Paso native turns camera fear into social media support
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Overcoming fear is never easy, but one El Paso native says stepping outside his comfort zone led to more than he ever expected. Jacob Pace, content creator and entrepreneur, turned to social media as a way to confront his fear of being camera shy. What started as a personal challenge quickly
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Step out of the “noise” and into the life you want
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Many of us would like to live differently, as a better version of ourselves. Life Coach Brandi Brown says it’s possible, and she’s helping men and women do just that. Brown is the founder of Navigating It All, LLC. As a certified transformational coach, she helps people embrace their authentic
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Artificial Intelligence use affecting teens
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Nearly a third of American teenagers say they use Artificial Intelligence chatbots every day. That’s according to a new study from the Pew Research Center published this December. It surveyed nearly 1,500 teens from 13 to 17 years old and found almost 70 percent have used an AI chatbot at
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Be Mindful: What you need to know about divorce, kids, and the holidays
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Navigating the holidays after divorce can be challenging for families, especially this time of year. Children often don’t understand how to make sense of it all. Chief of clinical Services at Emergence Health Network Celeste Nevarez says it’s ok to acknowledge their loss. She says it’s common to see stress
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Australia bans social media for teenagers 16 and younger
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Watch the video above to learn more about Australia’s new ban on social media for teenagers 16 and younger. Could other countries do the same? Should parents consider following suit and banning social media for their teens? Experts weigh in on the matter. Be Mindful is an ABC-7 initiative that
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Dealing with holiday financial stress? Tips to avoid overspending
Holiday shopping can be very overwhelming with how much we need to spend, and many people can go in debt from the holiday shopping. The holidays means booking trips, buying gifts, spending on decorations and dishes to bring to parties and social events — all this on top of daily bills like housing, groceries, and gas.
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Foster a pet to cope with loneliness during the holidays
The holidays can be a difficult time for many who are alone or away from family, but fostering an animal from the shelter can be a great way to combat loneliness. A therapist at Emergence Health Network says it’s very common to feel loneliness, grief or even fatigue or lack of motivation during the holidays.
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La Mente Behavioral Health expanding its services
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — La Mente Behavioral Health is expanding its services. The company held an open house celebration at its East El Paso location to celebrate their five-year anniversary and the expansion of their new clinic. ABC-7 had the opportunity to take a tour of the new space, meet the providers, and learn more about the services they offer to the
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Man changes outlook after his life was saved
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — What would you change if you got a second chance at life? One man has been given the chance to find out. Bill Porter, of Deming, New Mexico, was waiting in line September 2nd at the Delta ticket counter at El Paso International Airport when he went into cardiac arrest.
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Loneliness & Holiday Blues
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Loneliness is a problem for many year-round, but when it comes to the holidays, feelings of isolation can really weigh a person down. Bridgette Leyva, Director of Crisis Intervention Teams at Emergence Health Network, says spending the holidays alone can be difficult, whether it’s the first time after the loss
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Thanksgiving & family conflict: plan ahead
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Thanksgiving holiday offers so many things we love: turkey, family, and pie. But for some, it’s a time of stress and dread of meeting up with certain relatives, and navigating the time together can be miserable. Unsolicited comments about your love life, weight, habits or politics can be triggering.
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Holiday stress: how to manage it
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Holidays and stress go hand in hand, but is that how it has to be? Experts say no, and there are things each of us can do to stay sane and grounded during this most wonderful time of the year. While Pinterest and Instagram have many of us thinking we
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ABC-7 at 4: Local artist creates film to discuss mental health struggles
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TX)- Falling in a Glass Room is a project that dives into depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation, the emotions people live with but often feel afraid to express. Falling in a Glass Room is now available here: YouTube: https://youtu.be/xyZJTm0Udvw?si=igmctA3AIZJrbKej
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Video games teach about healthy relationships
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — 18-year old Jennifer Anne Crecente was killed by her ex-boyfriend in 2006. Her family says he planned her murder. They say she had cotinued talking with him because she thought she could “help him.” Jennifer’s grandmother, a clinical psychologist, says no one saw the warning signs. The family’s mission is
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Early holiday decorating good for mental health
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Whether or not to decorate for Christmas before or after Thanksgiving is a divisive subject for many Americans. The unwritten rule is to wait, but many people start hanging wreaths the moment the last trick-or-treater has left the front porch. Research shows early decorating is actually good for your mental
Continue Reading The healing power of sound
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Veronica Verdin still remembers the first day she went to a sound healing session. It changed the course of her life. “I was crying, I was laughing, I was screaming. All the emotions came running through my nervous system,” Verdin says. Fast forward three years, and she herself is a
Continue Reading Breathe your way to mental wellness
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s something we do all day, every day: breathe. But our breath can actually be a powerful tool to regulate our bodies in times of stress, and gain a deeper connection to your inner self. There are hundreds of types of breathwork that can target different issues each person may
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New Endeavors Health and Wellness Center in Pebble Hills area
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In East El Paso, a new Endeavors Health and Wellness Center opened. The new center is located by Pebble Hills and Joe Battle. Endeavors provides physical, emotional, and mental health services. The center is modeled after Endeavors’ flagship facility in San Antonio. In a statement, Endeavors claims to be one of the top three
Continue Reading Breathwork and your mental health
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — It’s something we do all day, every day. Breathe. Certain types of breathwork have been shown to significantly reduce stress, anxiety, and other mental health problems. Joseph Crespillo has led breathwork sessions for hundreds of people, with a system called “D9.” Participants wear headphones and follow instructions on how to
Continue Reading Hypnosis: helping people make life changes
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We’ve all seen hypnosis portrayed in the movies – willing participants barking like a dog on stage, or clucking like a chicken. Often Hollywood’s portrayal creates a mystique that’s far from reality. Hypnosis is actually a powerful tool for self-improvement, healing and transformation. I sat down with businesswoman Victoria Isais,
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Helping federal workers during shutdown
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –As the government shutdown drags on, more and more families with federal workers are feeling the financial strain. With no paycheck coming in, many are having to turn to food banks to feed their families. We spoke with a local Americorps employee, who says she’s seeking assistance from the very food
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Seasonal effective disorder and daylight saving time
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Sunday, Nov. 2 marks the end of daylight saving time, that is when we “fall back” and turn the clocks back an hour. For some the time change can be difficult to get used to. “With the up coming time change, seasonal effective disorder or SAD is more likely given
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Small acts of kindness, big mental health impact
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — If you want to feel better, new research shows you should do something nice for someone else. Cornell University revealed that it’s not money that makes people more happy, it’s acts of kindness. Dr. Anthony Burrow, psychology professor at Cornell, says small acts of contribution or kindness can have a
Continue Reading Parental stress: don’t pass it on to your kids
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The world can be a stressful place, for grown ups and for children. Family therapist we spoke to says parents who don’t manage their own stress unintentionally pass it on to their kids. She says our children pick up on our energy, and our actions can have a profound effect
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Hundreds step up for mental health at NAMIWalks El Paso 2025
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Hundreds of people came together at Ascarate Park’s Pavilion and Festival Area Saturday morning to take part in the annual NAMIWalks El Paso, a community walk aimed at raising awareness and breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. The event brought together more than a thousand participants families, advocates, local leaders,
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5 Facts about mental illness
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An estimated one in five adults live with a mental illness. That’s why awareness is so important. “Some of the most important innovations that we’ve had in the history of humans have been developed by people who also have mental health conditions,” says clinical neuropsychologist Scott Langenecker. He says there
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Sober October – what it can do for your mental health
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Participating in Sober October can lead to significant improvements in mental health, including better sleep, and more emotional stability. Sober October is a month-long challenge to stop drinking alcohol. This could be a challenge for some people, but the benefits outweigh the hardship, according to experts. They say it is
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