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What is Integrative Mental Health and Why is it Important?

Integrative mental health combines conventional and holistic care to treat the whole person and support long-term well-being.
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Karen Swanegan

Karen Swanegan: Integrative Healing Foundations Story & Path

Karen Swanegan blends herbalism, nutrition & environment to tackle root causes, building a holistic, client-centered wellness practice.
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ACHS Class of 2026: Your Moment Is Here

ACHS Commencement 2026 celebrates graduates in Portland & online—honoring wellness leaders, innovation, and global impact in holistic health.
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Smart Strategies for Job Search Success

Boost your wellness career with these tips: build your brand, network smartly, stay organized, and avoid scams to land your ideal job.
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Understanding Cautions & Contraindications for Herbs & Oils

Learn to use herbs and essential oils safely and confidently—understand cautions, interactions, and mindful use to support holistic wellness.
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ACHS Scholarship recipients Kayla Luevano

Scholarship Recipient Spotlight: Kayla Luevano

ACHS celebrates Adult Scholarship recipient Kayla Luevano, whose resilience and passion prove it’s never too late to pursue your dreams.
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How Natural Remedies Bring People Together

Natural remedies nurture health and connection, transforming kitchen wisdom into community wellness and shared resilience.
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Financial Aid Day: Supporting ACHS Students

Celebrating Financial Aid Day at ACHS: Honoring our team who empower students to access holistic health education and achieve their dreams.
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6 Sustainable Practices for Your Kitchen and Garden

Start small for big sustainability impact by composting, growing food, cooking seasonal, preserving naturally, reducing plastics, and embracing whole foods.
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Rose Essential Oil: Science Meets Tradition

Dorene Petersen explores the history, science, and wellness benefits of rose essential oil.
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Why Flexible Learning Makes Natural Remedies Accessible

Learn herbal medicine, aromatherapy & nutrition anytime, anywhere with affordable, flexible ACHS programs that fit your lifestyle.
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Leadership and Sustainability Lessons from BLD PNW 2025

ACHS joined BLD PNW 2025, connecting with B Corps to share ideas, foster sustainability, and advance community, wellness, and student success.
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