Genesis Counseling Center Texas

11/27/2025

11/26/2025

At Genesis Counseling Center, we know life can feel overwhelming—responsibilities pile up, expectations creep in, and the pressure to “have it all together” can steal our joy. But God didn’t design us for perfection; He designed us for connection, rest, and grace.
This weekend, we encourage you to slow down and remember:
💛 Your blessings are not found in a flawless home, flawless plans, or flawless behavior.
💛 Your blessings are found in the people God has placed in your life.
💛 Peace grows when perfection fades.
Let this be a weekend where you:
✨ Choose presence over performance
✨ Cherish family over expectations
✨ Notice God’s goodness in the small, quiet moments
Stress may knock—but you don’t have to invite it in.
You truly are too blessed to be stressed.
Wishing you a grace-filled, restful, and joy-filled weekend from all of us at Genesis Counseling Center.

11/26/2025

As you head into Thanksgiving, we want to speak to all the parents and caregivers of kids on the autism spectrum. 💛

If your child is a picky eater, there is nothing “wrong” with them—or with you. Many kids with ASD experience food very differently. Texture, smell, color, temperature, and even how loud the room is can make certain foods feel overwhelming or even painful. What looks like “stubbornness” or “bad behavior” to others is often actually sensory overload or anxiety, not defiance.

So if your child only wants rolls, nuggets, or that one specific brand of mac and cheese tomorrow—it’s okay.

If they’d rather sit with a tablet in the other room than at a crowded, noisy table—it’s okay.

If you need to bring “safe foods” to dinner—it’s more than okay. It’s good parenting. 🌟

You do not owe anyone a performance of “perfect holiday behavior.” You do not have to prove anything with what your child eats. Your job is to protect your child’s nervous system, not other people’s expectations. This Thanksgiving, I hope you’ll:

Measure success in connection, not in bites eaten

Focus on your child’s comfort, not on others’ opinions

Offer options, not pressure

Give yourself the same compassion you’d give a friend

Your child's dinner plate is not a problem to fix or explain. Relax and ignore the critics. You’re doing better than you think. 🧡🦃

11/25/2025

You are not alone! At Genesis Counseling Center, we want to offer a few grounding reminders to help you move through the days ahead with more peace and less pressure:

🌟 Tips to Reduce Holiday Anxiety

1. Set realistic expectations.
Release the idea of the “perfect” holiday. Focus on meaning, presence, and what truly matters.

2. Protect your energy.
It’s okay to decline invitations or traditions that drain you. Boundaries are healthy and necessary.

3. Build in breathing space.
Take 60-second grounding breaks throughout the day. Deep breathing helps calm the nervous system and reset your mind.

4. Simplify where you can.
Shorten your to-do list, delegate tasks, and give yourself permission to do less. Peace often comes through simplification.

5. Stay connected to support.
Reach out to trusted friends or family when emotions feel heavy. Connection helps regulate stress.

6. Offer yourself compassion.
If this season feels difficult, it doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong. Be gentle with yourself — you’re carrying a lot.

💛 If your stress becomes overwhelming…

Please don’t hesitate to seek support. Talking with a mental health professional can make a meaningful difference, and help bring relief, clarity, and hope. GET STARTED TODAY: https://genesiscounselingcenter.com/boerne-texas

11/24/2025

✨ Changed for Good — The Power of Counseling ✨
(Inspired by the new Wicked for Good movie)

As you watch Wicked for Good, we want you to be reminded of one of the most beautiful truths about growth: sometimes the people and moments that feel the hardest are the very ones God uses to shape us… for good.

Mental health counseling is a lot like that journey.
It doesn’t magically erase the past, but it does help us understand our story through a lens of grace, healing, and hope. Counseling gives us space to name what hurts, untangle what confuses, and step into who God designed us to be.

Just like Elphaba and Glinda discover, change often comes through courage—courage to look inward, courage to be vulnerable, courage to grow. And when we do? We are never quite the same again… in the best way.

If you’re feeling weighed down, misunderstood, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step, counseling can be a place where transformation begins. God can use that process to renew your mind, restore your heart, and guide your steps forward.

You, too, can be changed for good. 💚✨
And you don’t have to walk that path alone.
GET STARTED today at: https://www.valant.io/prospectivepatient/GCCT

11/24/2025

“As Thanksgiving – or any holiday – can be challenging for kids with autism and for their families, we will share some recommendations for how you can celebrate Thanksgiving as a family in ways that will make it more enjoyable for all.” https://behavioral-innovations.com/blog/tips-for-celebrating-thanksgiving-with-child-with-autism/

11/24/2025

Thanksgiving should be a time to relax, not worry about how your child will react the to changes in routine. "Children with autism are prone to feeling stress and anxiety more so than neurotypical children, because they often lack the skills to cope with it. As a parent, you can help your child by learning to spot the signs of stress in your kiddo and identifying and avoiding what’s triggering the stress." Here are some tips to help:

Discover 10 simple, ABA-informed techniques to help your child with autism stay calm and supported during the holiday season—because routines change, sensory overload happens, and your family deserves a smoother celebration.

11/23/2025

So many men carry the weight of “handling it on their own,” even when alcohol has begun to affect their health, their relationships, and their sense of self. The truth is: struggling doesn’t make you weak, and reaching out doesn’t make you broken. It makes you human.

If alcohol has become a way to cope, numb, or escape, you’re not alone—and there is help that works. Support, tools, and healing are available, and taking the first step can change everything.

Your story isn’t defined by statistics.
Your future can look different.
You deserve a life that feels steady, healthy, and whole.

If you’re ready to talk, a clinician can help you find the path forward—one step at a time. GET STARTED TODAY at: https://www.valant.io/prospectivepatient/GCCT

11/23/2025

“Communicating with your child can be difficult. To help you better understand how to communicate with your child and learn what they will actually respond to, here are eight go-to phrases you can keep in your back pocket for the next time your child looks at you confused.” Here are some tips to help: https://www.parents.com/8-must-know-phrases-to-help-you-communicate-with-your-child

11/21/2025

The holidays can feel especially heavy when you’re grieving the loss of someone you love. If this season feels lonelier, quieter, or more overwhelming than years past, please know you’re not alone—and you don’t have to go through it alone.

At Genesis, we want to gently encourage you to lean into connection this season:

✨ Reach out to someone you trust. A friend, a family member, a support group—anyone who helps you feel seen and understood. Sharing even a small part of your grief can bring comfort.

✨ Let others show up for you. Say yes to help, invitations, or simple check-ins when you have the capacity. People often want to support you—they just may not know how unless you let them in.

✨ Spend time with people who feel safe. You don’t need to be “festive.” Just being around caring, grounding people can ease some of the weight.

✨ Create new traditions with others. Whether it’s lighting a candle together, sharing a memory, or doing something meaningful in your loved one’s honor, connection can help soften the ache.

✨ Remember: isolating yourself can make the season feel even harder. Allow yourself to be held by community, even in small ways. Grief is heavy—but it gets a little lighter when shared.

If you’re grieving this holiday season, be gentle with yourself. You are not meant to navigate this alone. Reaching out isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s an act of strength and self-care.

You’re doing the best you can. And that’s enough. 💛