Small Talk Counseling & Consulting

Small Talk Counseling & Consulting Small Talk Counseling & Consulting Services provides therapeutic, educational, & social support serv "It's talk that counts!"

Welcome to the start of a journey that will lead you to growth-enhancing and life changing results! As eclectic, person-centered and professional therapists and consultants, our goal is to help you reach your fullest potential in order to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. By utilizing complementary approaches and techniques, we will work in partnership with you, your family, or your organization to create an experience that promotes goal attainment and positive well-being. Please call or email us for an individual, couples, family, or organizational consultation today.

Research shows that self-care is the key to managing SAD. Its predictable pattern makes it easy to implement prevention...
12/04/2025

Research shows that self-care is the key to managing SAD. Its predictable pattern makes it easy to implement prevention strategies to manage symptoms. A few prevention strategies for winter-pattern SAD include:

- Going out for a daily walk to breathe in fresh air, get a change of scenery, and exercise.

- Schedule fun activities into your week and stay committed to your plans.

- Stimulate your mood by surrounding yourself with family and friends. Share your feelings and thoughts about your SAD experience and let your family know how they can support you through this time.

source: https://health.ucdavis.edu/blog/cultivating-health/seasonal-affective-disorder-winter-blues-and-self-care-tips-to-get-ahead-of-symptoms/2023/11
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This week recognizes Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Awareness. It is a type of depression, so the symptoms look simi...
12/02/2025

This week recognizes Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Awareness. It is a type of depression, so the symptoms look similar, and can include:

- Sad, anxious, or “empty” feelings
- Feelings of hopelessness or guilt
- Fatigue and decreased energy
- Overeating
- Social withdrawal
- Thoughts of death or su***de

Because SAD has a seasonal pattern, it can be helpful to plan ahead as patterns are often predictable. To prepare for winter-pattern SAD, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) suggested the following:
- Seek therapy around September
- Plan a vacation to a warm spot in January
- Exercise more towards the end of Summer


source:https://www.nami.org/NAMI/media/NAMI-Media/Images/FactSheets/Major-Depressive-Disorder-with-a-Seasonal-Pattern_factsheet.pdf

Happy Wednesday! There's power in being yourself. Gratitude grows when we honor the quirks, gifts, and traits that make...
11/19/2025

Happy Wednesday!

There's power in being yourself. Gratitude grows when we honor the quirks, gifts, and traits that make us us.

There are many benefits to mindful grounding practices. Just to name a few: - Reduces anxiety and panicGrounding interr...
11/14/2025

There are many benefits to mindful grounding practices. Just to name a few:

- Reduces anxiety and panic
Grounding interrupts spiraling thoughts and helps bring your nervous system back into balance.

- Decreases dissociation
Grounding reconnects you with your surroundings and your physical self when you feel numb, detached, or zoned out.

- Promotes body awareness
Techniques like stretching, tapping, or deep breathing increase your connection to your body and its signals.

- Improves overall self-regulation
The more you use grounding, the more skilled you become at noticing and managing your emotions in real time.

11/10/2025

In Podcast, Episode 32: Gratitude & Mental Health, Dr. spoke on the benefits that come with adopting a sense of gratitude in our lives.

This change can make a huge difference in our mental health including a decreased chance of depression and anxiety, increased sense of purpose, and more self-acceptance as we are able to appreciate things in life when we are in a place of happiness.

Today recognizes National Stress Awareness Day.The truth? Stress isn’t always loud - It can show up subtly. Tension in ...
11/05/2025

Today recognizes National Stress Awareness Day.

The truth? Stress isn’t always loud - It can show up subtly. Tension in your jaws or shoulders, feeling “wired but tired,” changes in your digestion, brain fog, avoidant behavior, and more. Body based grounding techniques can help with that.

These techniques are designed to work with the senses and body, making them ideal for people who feel overstimulated, anxious, or emotionally heavy during the holidays.

November is usually a time to give thanks and reflect upon the things that you are grateful for in your life. Feel free...
11/03/2025

November is usually a time to give thanks and reflect upon the things that you are grateful for in your life. Feel free to share in the comments a learned lesson that turned into a moment of thanks. As we step into this month, let's focus on self gratitude, reflection, and giving thanks.

Come spend the morning with us and unwind at Wellness Retreat. This is an amazing opportunity to recharge, but also g...
10/29/2025

Come spend the morning with us and unwind at Wellness Retreat. This is an amazing opportunity to recharge, but also gain valuable insight into topics such as occupational, spiritual, and emotional wellnessđź’š

Register using the link in our bio!

As we continue our focus on mental health in the workplace, we want to share a few contributing factors that your workpl...
10/23/2025

As we continue our focus on mental health in the workplace, we want to share a few contributing factors that your workplace should provide to protect your mental health.

According to World Health Organization, decent work supports good mental health by providing:

- a livelihood
- a sense of confidence, purpose and achievement
- an opportunity for positive relationships and inclusion in a community
- a platform for structured routines, among many other benefits.

For people with mental health conditions, decent work can contribute to recovery and inclusion, improve confidence and social functioning.

source: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-health-at-work

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