AIM Counseling Services

AIM Counseling Services We are more than just a mental health practice, we are a partner in your journey toward well-being. We support kids (6+), individuals, couples, and families.

We address life-long trauma, ADHD (late diagnosis), ASD and help parents of neurodivergent kids.

You might think that your self-image comes entirely from yourself. That's only half-right. The other half involves how y...
05/03/2026

You might think that your self-image comes entirely from yourself. That's only half-right. The other half involves how you were taught to see yourself. Your family, friends, and community have shaped what you think you "should" be like. Oftentimes people don't fit the mold they've been taught to value, leading to stress and low self-esteem. So what do you do when you don't line up with expectations?

Nothing. The truth is, you don't have to.

This week's blog is about self-acceptance and not forcing yourself to be someone you're not. Come take a look.

Link: https://www.aimcounselingwa.com/blog

Happy National Recommitment Month! From work, to family, to finances, health, education and hobbies we all make commitme...
05/01/2026

Happy National Recommitment Month! From work, to family, to finances, health, education and hobbies we all make commitments everyday. Whatever you've committed yourself to, this month is a good time to take a good look at the commitments you've made and reassess them.

Does your family need more support (or less)? Is your education advancing the way you had hoped? Are you satisfied with your health? If your commitments aren't going the way you had hoped (or you're overdoing it), consider changing things up. And if you are having a hard time figuring out your commitment boundaries, reach out to AIM today and we can help.

Today is the Day of Trees! I know, not exactly what you expected from AIM Counseling. Instead of talking about the leafy...
04/29/2026

Today is the Day of Trees! I know, not exactly what you expected from AIM Counseling. Instead of talking about the leafy giants, let's talk about metaphorical trees.

Have you ever heard the saying, "A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in"? Sometimes our long-term goals will come to fruition where/when we can't see it happen.

Today's the day to plant a tree. Maybe set up a college-fund for your kid. Perhaps you want to start the process of installing trash cans at the beach to finally keep trash off the beach permanently. Maybe you literally want to plant a tree because it would make a great addition to the yard. Whatever it is, today is the time to get the ball rolling.

What "tree" do you want to plant?

Today is Tell a Story Day! Stories are a great way to share history and entertain friends. For a large portion of histor...
04/27/2026

Today is Tell a Story Day! Stories are a great way to share history and entertain friends. For a large portion of history, oral storytelling was the only way new generations learned about the past. These days we have a lot more options like books, instant messaging apps, audio recordings, and even video games.

If you asked someone what a story is, the first thing that comes to mind for a lot of people is a children's bedtime storybook. However, stories really are just about anything with a plot. Telling your partner about your day at work? That's a story. Writing in your daily journal? Story. Telling your plumber how your sink failed catastrophically? You guessed it.

Stories come in all shapes and sizes, from fantasy heroes to everyday moments. They embody what we are and hope to be. So go tell one of your stories, or make one up! It's what makes us human.

When people look for mental health help, they often seek therapy, community, or coping strategies. These are all valuabl...
04/25/2026

When people look for mental health help, they often seek therapy, community, or coping strategies. These are all valuable and useful, but there is another resource: empowerment. Empowerment is the knowledge that you have control of your life, giving you confidence to direct it. Join us in this week's blog where we delve into empowerment, including how to get it and utilize it effectively.

Link: https://www.aimcounselingwa.com/blog

They say that sometimes you choose your challenges and sometimes your challenges choose you. Today is the day to slay th...
04/23/2026

They say that sometimes you choose your challenges and sometimes your challenges choose you. Today is the day to slay that dragon and face those challenges head on!

Who's to say whether the dragonslayers of legend fought dragons for glory and loot or simply to protect themselves? The same thing goes for us. Maybe you want to start an ambitious project. Maybe your friend has been acting badly towards you and you need to have a hard conversation with them. Whether you chose your own dragon or it chose you, today's the day to get out there and fight.

What's one of your own dragons?

Today is Thank You for Libraries Day! Since ancient times, libraries have been a core component of society. Back then th...
04/21/2026

Today is Thank You for Libraries Day! Since ancient times, libraries have been a core component of society. Back then they were mostly used for record-keeping and passing down knowledge, but today they do a lot more.

Modern libraries offer books, magazines, movies, music, games, computers (with printing), and social activities all for free! They're honestly one of the single most valuable resources both practically and culturally in any city.

So to celebrate, go visit your local library and find something new. Libraries are chock-full of goodness and eager to give it away, so enjoy what they have to offer!

Hey, it's been a while since your New Years Resolution. How's that going? Slow start, or maybe even better than expected...
04/19/2026

Hey, it's been a while since your New Years Resolution. How's that going? Slow start, or maybe even better than expected? Today is Refocus Your Goals Day, so it's a good time to take another look at some goals you've set.

If things aren't going according to plan, now is a good time to put some gas on the fire or maybe set a more realistic deadline. If things are going super well, consider aiming even higher since now it might be doable.

They say that no battle plan survives first contact, but the same can be said for a lot of plans once life gets involved. Flexibility and improvisation can turn failure to success or multiply the successes you have.

Today is Youth Homelessness Matters Day. It's estimated that 700,000 minors are homeless annually, many of whom are forc...
04/15/2026

Today is Youth Homelessness Matters Day. It's estimated that 700,000 minors are homeless annually, many of whom are forced to the streets due to domestic violence. Not only do these kids have to face the hardships of homelessness, they often have to abandon their education which makes it difficult to help themselves later.

While there isn't much we can do to fight the root causes of youth homelessness, we can still help. Offer a couch to crash on, volunteer for your local homeless shelter, or donate money to shelters. Together we can make a difference.

We learn the way of the world from our parents. And our parents learned from their parents. While we hope to learn about...
04/13/2026

We learn the way of the world from our parents. And our parents learned from their parents. While we hope to learn about the world gently in a nurturing and supportive way, sometimes we are given painful, confusing lessons. These harmful patterns are called "generational trauma". Join us in this week's blog and explore exactly what generational trauma is and how to break the cycle.

Link: https://www.aimcounselingwa.com/blog

Children are regarded as precious in almost every culture. Their innocence is endearing and their future is full of poss...
04/11/2026

Children are regarded as precious in almost every culture. Their innocence is endearing and their future is full of possibilities. However, their innocence leads to naivete and they lack survival skills, making them easy victims of abuse. Today's the Day to End Child Sexual Abuse, where we come together as a community to stop and prevent sexual exploitation of children. 1 in 9 girls and 1 in 20 boys experience sexual abuse. 93% of victims know their abuser, with 34% being a family member.

It's difficult to identify in young children unless you know what to look for. Some common signs for victims are talking/acting sexually and inappropriately for their age, regression (bed-wetting, thumb-sucking, etc), social isolation, and difficulty sleeping. Common signs for abusers are isolating the child for time alone, unexpected gifts, and ignoring physical/emotional boundaries.

Here's how you can help: Firstly, believe the child. Do not say things like "Are you sure? Uncle Bobby is such a nice guy," or you will make a difficult confession harder. Secondly, trust your gut and document evidence. If someone seems off, trust your feeling. If you see or hear something sketchy, document it to help build a case. Lastly, get professional help. Talk to the police or a healthcare professional to get help for justice and healing. We at AIM are here to help so reach out today if you or someone you know needs resources.

Today is Name Yourself Day! From birth your parents give you a name and you might pick up a couple nicknames from friend...
04/09/2026

Today is Name Yourself Day! From birth your parents give you a name and you might pick up a couple nicknames from friends, but these things are out of your control. Today is the day to pick out a name all on your own you feel fits you best. Whether it's a nickname you've never used before or an entirely different name, it's yours to choose. You're free to identify yourself as whatever you want. Who knows, maybe it'll stick.

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