Praxis Integrated Counseling

12/14/2025

Advent is a season of anticipation, reflection, and preparation—a time when we pause to reflect on the coming of Christ and what His arrival means for our lives. Each week of Advent invites us to focus on a central theme: hope, peace, joy, and love. These themes are not just spiritual principles but also deeply connected to our psychological well-being.

Over the four weeks of Advent, we’ll explore the intersection of these Advent themes with therapeutic practices and psychological insights. Each post delves into the unique spiritual and mental health implications of the week’s theme, offering practical ways to integrate them into your life. Our hope is that these reflections will help you move toward greater wholeness in mind, body, and spirit as you
journey through this sacred season.

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12/07/2025

Advent is a season of anticipation, reflection, and preparation—a time when we pause to reflect on the coming of Christ and what His arrival means for our lives. Each week of Advent invites us to focus on a central theme: hope, peace, joy, and love. These themes are not just spiritual principles but also deeply connected to our psychological well-being.

Over the four weeks of Advent, we’ll explore the intersection of these Advent themes with therapeutic practices and psychological insights. Each post delves into the unique spiritual and mental health implications of the week’s theme, offering practical ways to integrate them into your life. Our hope is that these reflections will help you move toward greater wholeness in mind, body, and spirit as you journey through this sacred season.

Join us for week 2: Peace

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12/01/2025

The holiday season is upon us! Don't let it pass you by. Remember to take care of yourself and make time for things that bring you joy!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving to all, from the team at Praxis. We are thankful for each and every one of you who allow us to be a part of your lives and healing journeys. May your day be filled with rest, peace, and love.

11/25/2025

Our donation bin will be in the office through the end of November. Thank you for partnering with us to bring support to our community members in need!

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Thank you today and always 🇺🇸

10/27/2025

Week 4: How to Prevent Bullying
For our final week, let's talk about prevention. Bullying isn't inevitable; we can actively work to create environments where it doesn't thrive.
💙Promote kindness and empathy: Encourage understanding and compassion for others' differences.
🤝 Foster inclusive communities: Ensure everyone feels welcome and valued, whether in school, at work, or online.
📚Educate and raise awareness: Continuously discuss what bullying is, its impact, and how to respond.
✅ Implement clear anti-bullying policies: Ensure there are consequences for bullying behavior and clear reporting mechanisms.
Prevention starts with all of us, by choosing to be respectful and supportive every day. Let's make every week Bully Prevention Week!
For more information or resources on Bully Prevention, visit: https://www.stompoutbullying.org/

10/22/2025

It's Week 3 of Bully Prevention Month!
This week, we focus on empowering ourselves and others to respond effectively to bullying. Your role can make a difference!

If you are being bullied: Remember you're not alone. Talk to a trusted adult, friend, or family member. Practice assertive responses, and remember it's not your fault.

If you are a friend: Be an upstander, not a bystander. Offer support, stand up for them if it's safe, and help them report the bullying to an adult.

If you are an adult: Listen without judgment, take all reports seriously, and intervene immediately and appropriately. Work with all parties involved to ensure safety and resolution.

Together, we can create a supportive network.

For more information or resources on Bully Prevention, visit: https://www.stompoutbullying.org/

10/14/2025

Week 2 of National Bully Prevention Month!
How to Recognize the Signs

Understanding the signs of bullying is the first step toward prevention and support. Bullying can take many forms, and its impact often shows up in emotional, social, or physical ways:

Emotional: Ongoing sadness, anxiety, fear, or a sudden loss of interest in activities they once enjoyed.

Social: Being excluded from groups, targeted by rumors, or experiencing manipulation in friendships.

Physical: Missing belongings or frequent complaints of illness to avoid school or social situations.

If you notice these signs in someone, don’t ignore them. Reaching out with empathy and concern can make a powerful difference—whether they’re experiencing bullying or facing another challenge. Your support might be exactly what they need.

For more information or resources on Bully Prevention, visit: https://www.stompoutbullying.org/

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day 💚

Stress. Grief. Conflict. Loneliness. All of the above. Your feelings are valid. Your struggles are real. And reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Today is the day to make a change. Take a moment to check in—with ourselves and with others.

Let’s work together to break the stigma and make mental health a priority every day. 🌍💬

Reach Praxis Integrated Counseling for mental health support in Bridgewater, MA. Contact us via phone, email, or online form to schedule an appointment.