Clark Counseling Services, LLC

Clark Counseling Services, LLC Clark Counseling Services offers teletherapy services to individuals in Oregon.

Clark Counseling Services ‘Zine
09/28/2025

Clark Counseling Services ‘Zine

Nourish Your Body, Calm Your Mind In our fast-paced world, it's easy to overlook the profound connection between our bod...
09/28/2025

Nourish Your Body, Calm Your Mind

In our fast-paced world, it's easy to overlook the profound connection between our bodies and minds. Recent insights from the 2025 American Psychiatric Association meeting highlight the importance of lifestyle choices—like physical activity, nutrition, and stress management—in enhancing mental well-being
Stanford Medicine.

Today, let's focus on a simple somatic practice to help you reconnect:

The 5-Step Self-Holding Exercise

Find a Comfortable Position: Sit or stand in a relaxed posture.

Place Your Hands: Gently place one hand on your heart and the other on your abdomen.

Breathe Deeply: Inhale slowly through your nose, allowing your abdomen to rise. Exhale gently through your mouth.

Tune Into Sensations: Notice any areas of tension or comfort in your body.

Offer Compassion: Silently affirm, "I am here for you," acknowledging your body's needs.

This practice, rooted in somatic therapy, can help release stored tension and promote emotional balance.

Remember, taking a moment for yourself isn't selfish—it's essential.

🌿 Coping When You're Outside Your Window of Tolerance 🌿We all have moments when life feels overwhelming, or we shut down...
11/18/2024

🌿 Coping When You're Outside Your Window of Tolerance 🌿

We all have moments when life feels overwhelming, or we shut down completely. This happens when we’re pushed outside our window of tolerance—the zone where we feel balanced and capable of managing challenges. Here’s how to recognize it and what you can do to cope.

🧡 Remember, it’s okay to feel dysregulated. With time and practice, you can find your way back to balance.

The holiday season can bring unique challenges in recovery—food-focused gatherings, family dynamics, and social pressure...
11/16/2024

The holiday season can bring unique challenges in recovery—food-focused gatherings, family dynamics, and social pressures can all feel overwhelming. Here are some tips to help you navigate this season with self-compassion and support.

Above all, remember: your worth is not defined by what or how you eat. You are valuable and deserving of peace, especially during the holidays. 🌟

Taking a moment to check in with yourself can make a big difference. Whether you’re feeling “Not Good” or “Amazing,” eve...
11/15/2024

Taking a moment to check in with yourself can make a big difference. Whether you’re feeling “Not Good” or “Amazing,” every feeling is a part of your journey, and they all deserve space. 💛
Remember to also check in with friends—sometimes a small gesture can mean a lot. You’re not alone in this.

Recovery is not a straight line. It’s a journey, full of ups and downs, twists and turns, and unexpected detours. Whethe...
11/15/2024

Recovery is not a straight line. It’s a journey, full of ups and downs, twists and turns, and unexpected detours. Whether you're healing from an eating disorder, trauma, or any other challenge, it's important to remember that growth doesn’t always happen in a neat, orderly fashion. Progress can feel slow, uneven, or even like it's going backward at times—but that doesn’t mean you’re not moving forward.

The key to sustaining your recovery is taking it one step at a time. Recovery is a process, not a destination, and each step—no matter how small—is an important part of the journey. The moments where you feel stuck or discouraged can be just as valuable as the moments where everything feels clear and uplifting.

Practicing Self-Compassion on the Tough Days
When progress feels slow or uneven, it’s easy to get frustrated. It’s tempting to believe that if you’re not making consistent, visible progress, then you’re failing. But this is where self-compassion can make all the difference.

Here are a few ways to practice self-compassion when your progress doesn’t look linear:

1. Acknowledge the Struggle Without Judgment
It's okay to have difficult days. Instead of labeling yourself as “weak” or “failing,” try to acknowledge the struggle with kindness. Say to yourself, “This is hard right now, and that’s okay. I’m doing the best I can.”

2. Release the Pressure of Perfection
Perfection isn’t the goal—healing is. Be gentle with yourself and let go of the unrealistic expectation that you should always be making visible, consistent progress. It’s normal for recovery to ebb and flow.

3. Celebrate Small Wins
Recovery isn’t always about big milestones. Celebrate the little victories along the way: choosing to nourish your body, taking a moment to breathe, or reaching out for support. These small steps are significant in the grand picture of your recovery.

4. Treat Yourself with the Same Compassion You’d Offer a Loved One
Imagine a friend or family member who is going through the same thing. What would you say to them? You’d probably offer comfort, encouragement, and understanding. Give yourself that same care and kindness, recognizing that you deserve it too.

5. Remember That Healing is Not a Race
It’s easy to get caught up in comparing your journey to others, but recovery is a deeply personal process. Your timeline is your own, and it’s okay if it doesn’t look the same as someone else’s. You’re exactly where you need to be, even if it doesn’t always feel that way.

Progress in recovery isn’t about perfection—it’s about persistence. Every step forward, no matter how small, is a testament to your strength and resilience. Keep trusting yourself, and remember that healing is not about how fast you go; it's about how much you learn to embrace yourself, one step at a time. 💜

Navigating social media during ED recovery can be challenging. Here are some tips to create a positive, supportive onlin...
11/13/2024

Navigating social media during ED recovery can be challenging. Here are some tips to create a positive, supportive online environment:

✨ Curate Your Feed: Follow accounts that inspire growth, body neutrality/acceptance, and recovery. Unfollow or mute accounts that promote diet culture or trigger comparison.

✨ Set Boundaries: Limit your screen time to avoid overwhelm, and try scheduling “phone-free” breaks.

✨ Engage Mindfully: Interact with supportive communities and avoid negative comment sections.

Constantly scrolling through social media or the news can lead to mental overload and rumination. Give yourself a break!...
11/12/2024

Constantly scrolling through social media or the news can lead to mental overload and rumination. Give yourself a break! Set aside some time each day to step away from your phone and reconnect with the present. Try replacing screen time with mindful activities, journaling, or a quick walk outside. Limiting exposure to media helps create mental space, reduce stress, and make it easier to focus on what truly matters.

Practicing mindfulness can be a powerful way to connect with yourself and reduce stress. Here are six mindful activities...
11/11/2024

Practicing mindfulness can be a powerful way to connect with yourself and reduce stress. Here are six mindful activities to try:

Guided Meditation: Focus on the present moment through meditation.
Mindful Walking: Notice your body and surroundings as you move.
Body Scan: Increase awareness by scanning your body for sensations.
Mindful Eating: Pay attention to the experience of eating.
Nature Observation: Sit in nature and observe the environment.
Gratitude Practice: Reflect on the positive things in your life.

Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2024: Eating disorders affect people of all ages, racial and ethnic backgrounds, gender i...
02/26/2024

Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2024: Eating disorders affect people of all ages, racial and ethnic backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, body shapes, ability levels, and socioeconomic statuses… and full recovery from an eating disorder is possible for all.

Nine Truths about Eating Disorders
12/11/2023

Nine Truths about Eating Disorders

What is Fatphobia?"Also known as anti-fat, is the implicit and explicit bias of overweight individuals that is rooted in...
08/06/2023

What is Fatphobia?

"Also known as anti-fat, is the implicit and explicit bias of overweight individuals that is rooted in a sense of blame and presumed moral failing. Being overweight and/or fat is highly stigmatized in Western Culture. Anti-fatness is intrinsically linked to anti-blackness, racism, classism, misogyny, and many other systems of oppression.

Anti-fatness contributes to individuals not receiving adequate healthcare for a number of reasons, 1) the assumption is if someone is overweight they cannot be healthy, 2) clinical care teams typically lack experience in treating diverse body sizes, 3) weight related structural barriers, e.g., size of exam tables, gowns, blood pressure cuffs, and scale limits."

(Office of Equity, Vitality, and Inclusion, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, Boston Medical Center, and Boston University Medical Group. Glossary for Culture Transformation. 2021.)

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