Brentwood Counseling Associates

11/20/2025

If the holidays feel heavier this year, you're not alone. Grief doesn't follow the calendar. Our new blog post offers gentle guidance for navigating these tough emotions during the holiday season. Read more: https://wix.to/hGEkJ3a

If the holidays feel heavier this year, you’re not alone. Grief doesn’t follow the calendar. It doesn’t pause for celebrations or wait until January to “hurt less.” Holidays amplify emotion because they shine a light on what we’ve loved, what we’ve lost, and what has shifted in our liv...

11/03/2025

Is your child struggling, and you're not sure if they need help? It's common for parents to wonder when to seek therapy for their child or teen. Check out our latest blog post to learn about the signs that indicate professional support may be beneficial. Read more: https://wix.to/lM6hOTl

Parents want what’s best for their child, but sometimes it can be confusing, or even scary, to know when your child or teen might benefit from therapy. Many parents worry that they are overreacting or are unsure when it is the appropriate time for their child to begin therapy. As a therapist who s...

10/22/2025

🎃 Is your little one feeling more spooked than excited this Halloween? 🕷️
Check out our latest blog post on how parents can help kids handle those fears—from big costumes, noisy decorations, and trick-or-treating meltdowns to those dreaded nightmares. 👻
Because Halloween can be fun, even when it feels a little scary. 💛
https://www.brentwoodcounseling.com/post/how-can-parents-help-their-children-overcome-halloween-fears

09/24/2025

🌟 Meet Our Therapist! - Post 2🌟
At Brentwood Counseling Associates, we’re proud to introduce different members of our team. With a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges, our team brings empathy, expertise, and a supportive approach to every session.
Whether you’re looking for guidance, growth, or simply someone to listen, BCA is here to walk alongside you. 💙
📅 Schedule a session today and start your journey toward wellness! Call 615.377.1153.

09/23/2025

🌟 Meet Our Therapist! 🌟

At Brentwood Counseling Associates, we’re proud to introduce different members of our team. With a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges, our team brings empathy, expertise, and a supportive approach to every session.

Whether you’re looking for guidance, growth, or simply someone to listen, BCA is here to walk alongside you. 💙

📅 Schedule a session today and start your journey toward wellness! Call 615.377.1153.

09/16/2025

✨ Navigating After-School Meltdowns ✨
Many parents notice it: the moment kids get home from school, the tears, frustration, or big emotions begin. This common experience is called restraint collapse—when children finally feel safe enough to release the stress they’ve held in all day.
In BCA's latest blog by Amanda Cooper, LMSW, we explore why these meltdowns happen and share practical strategies for parents: from offering connection first, to creating predictable routines, to helping kids build coping skills that last.
Read more here: https://www.brentwoodcounseling.com/post/understanding-and-managing-after-school-meltdowns-and-restraint-collapse
At BCA, we specialize in supporting children and families through play-based therapy and practical tools for everyday life. 💙

After-school meltdowns, often called 'restraint collapse,' are common as kids release the emotions they’ve held in all day. Fatigue, sensory overload, and stress can all play a role. Parents can help by offering connection first, keeping routines predictable, and building coping skills. If meltdow...

09/10/2025

💛 Today is World Su***de Prevention Day. Su***de touches lives in every community, but together we can make a difference. By raising awareness, reducing stigma, and encouraging action, we can help create hope and connection.

If you or someone you know is struggling, you are not alone. Help is available. 💛

📞 Call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

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09/08/2025

Grief touches all of us, yet it often feels incredibly lonely.

At Brentwood Counseling Associates, Carla Archuletta has a new blog exploring how counseling can support those navigating loss—whether that’s the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or another major life transition.

If you or someone you love is carrying grief, I hope this resource offers both encouragement and a reminder: you don’t have to walk through it alone.

👉 Read here: https://www.brentwoodcounseling.com/post/grief-and-loss

09/03/2025

New on the BCA Blog ✨
Living with a chronic illness affects more than just the body—it impacts mental and emotional health too. In our latest post, Jenna Cummings explores the deep connection between chronic illness, grief, and mental health, and shares ways to find support and resilience.

Read more here: https://www.brentwoodcounseling.com/post/exploring-the-deep-connection-between-chronic-illness-and-mental-health

07/30/2025

📚👶 From Milestones to Meltdowns 👶📚

Brentwood Counseling Associates was honored to lead a professional development training for early childhood educators titled "From Milestones to Meltdowns: Navigating Early Childhood Development."

This session focused on equipping educators with tools to:
✅ Understand child development and distinguish typical behaviors from potential concerns
✅ Manage emotional regulation and discipline with confidence
✅ Navigate sensitive conversations with caregivers

We also explored how and when to communicate with families in ways that build trust and collaboration.

Big thanks to all the educators who joined us for their dedication to creating developmentally supportive learning environments! 💛

07/14/2025

We’re looking forward to hosting the third session in our Summer Lunch & Learn series at Brentwood Counseling Associates!

Join us on Tuesday, July 16, from 12:00–1:00 PM for:
Informed Parenting: Technology & Kids

Joy Lisea, MMFT, will lead this free workshop focused on helping parents foster healthy technology habits for themselves and their children.

If you’ve attended one of our previous sessions, we’d love to have you back. If this would be your first—consider this your invitation to join us! Bring your lunch, bring a friend, and join the conversation.

📅 July 16, 2025
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM
📍 Brentwood Counseling Associates

Space is limited—please call 615-377-1153 to reserve your seat.

More details: www.brentwoodcounseling.com