Purple Lotus Counseling, LLC

05/30/2026

Gratitude Weekend: MHAM!
As we wrap up Mental Health Awareness Month, we are resharing a post from last year, about the words we use when talking about mental health!

NAMI shared a wonderful post a while ago on how the language we use impacts our understanding of mental health. Their post discussed how often people say that someone “committed” su***de. People who are hurting, struggling, wanting to end the hurt do not “commit” su***de, they die. Other things to avoid would be “completed su***de,” “successful su***de,” or “failed attempt at su***de.”
“People can die from the unbearable weight of life, people can die from broken hearts, and people can die from not understanding how to navigate a complicated mental health system. People do not, however, commit su***de. Su***de is not a crime. People die by su***de.”
This got us to thinking about the other forms of language we use when discussing mental health, and the changes we can make. A common discussion is how people avoid the word su***de for fear of “encouraging” someone who is hurting (often young individuals), to die by su***de. This is a myth. In fact, if we’re more open about the topic, the understanding of others' fear and support is more likely to diminish it.
The same goes for putting a label on an individual struggling with mental illness. Someone who is battling a mental illness (i.e. depression) is not “a depressed person,” they are, “a person with depression.” Their mental illness does NOT encompass who they are as a person.

05/25/2026

From all of us at Purple Lotus Counseling, we want to wish you a Happy Memorial Day!
On this day, and every day, we offer a moment gratitude. Take care of yourself and those around you as we reflect in the honor and sacrifice given to us by fallen service men and women. 🇺🇸

05/23/2026

Gratitude Weekend: Mental Health Awareness Month!

May is MHAM! A time dedicated for recognition of Mental Health providers, services, resources, and brings awareness to the stigmas placed on mental illness.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness' (NAMI) theme this year for MHAM is Turning Silence Into Connection. "By sharing our lived experiences, learning from each other’s experiences, and building strong community connections, we can challenge stigma and create spaces where people are supported, understood, and find healing. Every story shared turns silence into connection, and connection into healing. Together, we can strengthen communities and create opportunities for empathy, understanding, and meaningful change. Mental Health Awareness Month provides a chance to stand with your community and show that no one struggles alone. NAMI’s 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month theme invites everyone to join NAMI in speaking up against mental health stigma." (NAMI)

Check out this amazing page that NAMI has put together to turn silence, into connection.

The Hope Wall is a place to share a few words of encouragement, love, hope, or kindness during the month of May. Take a look at the encouraging messages, share with someone who you think could benefit from it, or add your own.

https://supportnami.org/share-hope-2026-wall/?utm_source=globalNav&utm_medium=hero&utm_campaign=DonationTracking26ESH2&c_src=26ESH2

During Mental Health Awareness Month, we are celebrating the strength of our NAMI community. Post your message of hope, resilience, and encouragement to remind people that no one with mental health conditions is alone! 

05/16/2026

Gratitude Weekend is back!
Took a small break from our gratitude weekends to focus on the changing of the seasons and catching up in other areas of life.

Today's Gratitude activity is focused on simple meaningful ways we can encourage children to practice gratitude. Check out this short clip on negative thoughts replaced by positive thoughts!

*Tip: this works for adults too, give it a try!*

56 likes. "Ways To Practice Gratitude #5 Replace A Negative Thought With A Grateful Thought "

05/12/2026

Wishing our staff at Purple Lotus and our network of providers a happy National Mental Health Provider's Day! 💜

The work you do makes a difference for all. We express our gratitude to all mental health professionals.

05/10/2026

🌸 Happy Mother's Day to all the moms—biological, adoptive, foster, step, honorary, soon to be, the mom’s waiting for their time to come and those who love like one. You are the heart and soul of the world, nurturing and shaping lives with unconditional love. ❤️

~ the PLO team 💜

04/30/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined the Purple Lotus Staff in wearing teal or denim for Denim Day, in support of Sexual Assault Awareness Month!
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04/28/2026

Reminder that tomorrow is Denim Day!!!
Wear your denim in support of Sexual Assault Awareness Month!

With April being Sexual Assault Awareness Month, our "Gratitude Weekend" today consists of the many resources that are available to anyone who has been affected by sexual violence.

We will share resources that we are knowledgeable of below; If there is a resource you are aware of but do not see listed, please share it in the comments.

Also! Wednesday April 29th is Denim Day! A day to wear teal or denim in support of those who have experienced or know someone who has experienced sexual violence. Save the date for 4/29/2026, and wear denim with the PLO team!

- RAINN is the R**e, Abuse, & In**st National Nettwork; one of the nationa’s largest anti-sexual assault violence organizations, and the creator of the National Sexual Assault Hotline → 800-656-HOPE (800-656-4673). RAINN also offers an online chat function on their website or a WhatsApp Chat if you are unable to reach the helpline via phone. All of RAINN’s communication is FREE and CONFIDENTIAL! If you are interested in RAINN’s program check out their website to volunteer, get help, donate, or learn more! https://rainn.org/?_ga=2.165147263.1198690998.1743529386-1734588505.1743529386

-SANE Program: The SANE program (Sexual Assault Nurse Exams) offers a free SANE kit completed after a sexual assault occurs within a hospital. This kit involves collecting evidence and providing medical care to those who have experienced a sexual assault, completed by a trained nurse. The following locations offer SANE Exams in Outagamie, Winnebago, Menominee, Waushara, Waupaca, Calumet, Shawano, and Brown County:
--Theda Care Regional Medical Center - 1818 N. Meade St. Appleton
--St. Vincent’s Hospital - 835 S. Van Buren St. Green Bay
--Aurora Oshkosh Medical Center - 855 N. Westhaven Dr. Oshkosh
If you are looking for SANE exams offered in a different county, please refer to this website and pick the county in which you are interested in: https://sane.doj.wi.gov/locations

-WCASA, Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault is a great resources for providers, clinicians, or any individual interested in learning more in how to stop sexual violence through training, classes, events, and prevention work. WCASA offers several webinar and in person trainings on sexual assault statistics, education, prevention techniques, ways to get involved, and advocacy. WCASA also has resources for survivors, families, friends or those helping someone through their healing journey. https://www.wcasa.org/

-National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) is similar to WCASA in it’s information shared in getting involved, receiving help, learning more, educating, advocating, and working to put an end to sexual violence. https://www.nsvrc.org/
Harbor House Domestic & Sexual Violence Programs: Harbor Hoouse is located in Outagamie and Calumet counties, and provides services towards prevention and awareness of sexual assault. Through their programs, they offer a 68-bed shelter in Appleton to house domestic abuse victims, 24/7 confidential support and safety planning (in person and over the phone: 800-970-1171), advocacy, education and training, and more. Harbor House offers victim assistance programs beyond their 24/7 crisis intervention, such as transportation assistance, emergency care, accompaniment for SANE exams, interpretation services, emergency shelter/alternative housing, law enforcement interview advocacy and accompaniment, and so much more. To learn more, take a look at their website: https://harborhousewi.org/sexual-violence-support/

04/18/2026

Gratitude Weekend: Earth Day!

This coming Wednesday (April 22nd) is Earth Day, a global event dedicated to environmental protection and awareness. First held in 1970, it marks the birth of the modern environmental movement, aiming to educate the public, protest pollution, and advocate for sustainable policies to protect the planet for future generations.

For Gratitude Weekend, we are sharing gratitude for our Earth:
- Appreciation for the natural elements: air, water, sun
- Trees, plants, animals and the beauty of nature
- Cleaning up sidewalks or areas around us from trash, debris, litter
- Watering and planting trees
- Teaching kiddos about the importance of our Earth and how we can keep it safe and clean

How can you show your gratitude to the Earth today?

04/17/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Emily Cattani LPC, to the team at Purple Lotus Counseling! Emily brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for helping individuals navigate their mental health journeys. Her compassionate approach and expertise in therapeutic practices make her a valuable addition to our team. We are confident that her skills and dedication will greatly benefit our clients and enrich the supportive environment we strive to maintain. Welcome, Emily—we are excited to have you with us at PLO!