Magnolia Therapy Group

10/10/2025

In honor of World Mental Health Day ! Phia competition pumpkin was a Self Care Spa Day pumpkin! Give her a like :)

10/10/2025

10/09/2025

Parents often ask about separation anxiety, a common and normal part of a child's developmental journey. Embracing this stage can lead to healthy growth and resilience. Below are two informative charts, one outlining typical separation anxiety and the other discussing its manifestation as a disorder. We recommend a helpful tool - the two halves of the heart - to reassure children of their parents' love, even when apart. Instructions and a model are provided below.
Thanks to Succes in Social Work for the great Charts!

10/06/2025

Negative thinking is something we all struggle with at different levels. These are 7 questions you can ask yourself to help challenge that negative thought and re-route your brain!

10/02/2025

We had a cool opportunity to chat with the Global Podcast Network about what our practice does and how we got started. Hear our short chat below!

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09/25/2025

Within my years as a clinician, I have seen how difficult it can be to communicate and encourage our loved ones to seek therapy support. Many times, we seek our own therapist in an attempt to cope with a loved one who could also benefit from a therapeutic relationship. The article below is a fantastic way of navigating these difficult conversations with loved ones. Written by a clinical psychologist, it walks you through how to start a supportive dialogue without judgment or pressure. It also helps you understand what kind of resistance you might encounter—and how to respond with empathy rather than frustration. Whether you're navigating a loved one's denial, fear, or uncertainty about therapy, this article can help you communicate more effectively while also taking care of your own well-being. It’s a thoughtful and empowering read for anyone who wants to make a positive impact on someone’s mental health journey without overstepping boundaries.

Tabitha Friend, M.S., LPC, NCC

You will likely need to have repeated conversations with your loved one about getting mental health help, so engage them with kindness, empathy, and openness.

09/18/2025

Have you ever been advised to “Just breathe” when you were upset and thought, I am. Slowing our breathing down can be a game-changer in stabilizing our emotions. Box breathing is a simple yet effective technique to utilize when you need a moment to reset and take control of your emotions. See below and give it a try! Let us know if it helpd.

09/11/2025

One conversation can change a life.

We all want to see our children and teens thrive in every way. But sometimes, the ones who seem "fine" are silently hurting.

This month, we are reminding families, friends, and caregivers that you do not need to have all the answers. You just need to be present and supportive.

🌟 Find a quiet, calm moment

🌟 Ask how they are feeling

🌟 Listen without judgment or interruptions

🌟 Validate their feelings

🌟 Let them know they are not alone

🌟 Offer support or help finding someone to talk to

Our goal is to make sure every individual, especially children and adolescents, has access to the support, tools, and safe space they need to talk openly about su***de prevention and mental health.

One conversation can change a life.

Start the conversation and be the difference!

-Jayla Anderson LPC

09/07/2025

Ashley Miller Paul is now accepting new clients. She provides exceptional services to support families and couples navigating life transitions and challenging circumstances. Schedule a consultation today.

09/04/2025

I was reading today that teens are much like toddlers in terms of brain development. It’s so true if you think about it. Their emotions are volatile. They’re searching for independence. Their brains are building more rapidly at these stages than any other. If you have a teen, below are some common pitfalls to avoid. Hope it helps! 🫶🏼 - Kati LeBeau PLPC

08/25/2025

Our concern about what others think is deeply rooted in our evolutionary history, as group belonging was essential for survival.

The article highlights that for some individuals, particularly survivors of childhood neglect or abuse, this fear of judgment can take over their lives. They may constantly fear negative opinions, over-analyze social interactions, and assume that others' behaviors are a reflection of their own perceived shortcomings. This often leads to avoiding social situations and replaying conversations in their minds. The article suggests that learning self-compassion can help to counteract this inner critic.

Concern about how others perceive us is a common experience. But for many survivors of neglect and abuse, fear of not being liked can appear to take over their life.

08/21/2025

Did you know that a large part of our emotions are chemical reactions in our brain. We can help our brain release these chemicals which in return help us feel better! Help yourself and your loved ones of any age use our brains chemicals to feel better! Look at the chart below to understand the easy steps to helping ourself feel better!