The Counseling Center

12/20/2025

We often see the Grinch's isolation as just malice, but it’s a classic defense mechanism.

He retreated to the cold of Mt. Crumpit because the pain of feeling different and rejected was too much to bear in Whoville.

This is a powerful metaphor: hurt people build walls, not because they are inherently bad, but because they are trying to protect a deeply wounded self.

His attempts to steal Christmas weren't about greed; they were a desperate attempt to make others feel the same emptiness he felt.

If you've ever felt the urge to push people away or sabotage joy, remember the Grinch. Your heart isn't too small; it's simply trying to keep itself safe. The journey back to connection is always worth the risk.

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12/17/2025

12/02/2025

This , you have the power to change someone’s story. 💙

At the Counseling Center, we believe therapy should be within reach for everyone, not just those who can afford it. Yet for many, the cost of care becomes the barrier that keeps them from getting the support they need.

Your donation helps break down that barrier. Every dollar goes directly toward making therapy more affordable for individuals who are struggling financially, giving them the chance to heal, to be heard, and to find hope again.

When you give, you’re not just funding therapy, you’re giving someone the courage to start their journey toward wellness.

Together, we can make mental health care accessible, equitable, and full of compassion.

💛 Give hope. Give healing. Give today. 💛

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11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we’re reminded that gratitude isn’t just a feeling — it’s a practice.
Therapy can help you slow down, reflect, and find simple ways to appreciate what’s good, and what is working well, even in challenging times.

Gratitude can be as small as a deep breath, a kind word, or noticing a moment of peace.

The Counseling Center is here to help you nurture those moments.

Happy Thanksgiving from our counseling family to yours!

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11/25/2025

Just like Charlie Brown's unforgettable Thanksgiving, life isn't always about perfection – it's about acceptance, friendship, and finding joy in the simple things. The Peanuts gang reminds us that even when things don't go exactly as planned, the warmth of connection makes everything meaningful.

At The Counseling Center, we believe in fostering a space where you can be your authentic self, free from the pressure of perfection.

This Thanksgiving, let the spirit of Charlie Brown inspire us to cherish the people around us, and remember that friendship truly is the greatest feast. If you're navigating challenges or simply looking for a supportive ear, we're here for you.

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11/20/2025

“Sometimes, when some specific thing in life has gone off the rails, or an outcome is not what we wanted or planned for, we can feel like “everything” has gone to pot! There’s an instinct to see the moment through this lens of “nothing is going my way.” I like to remind myself in such a moment of what is good—to combat the urge to see only the bad. So, telling myself about the three things I’m liking right now, and to not let myself get away with “there’s nothing good!” It’s almost like throwing yourself a rope or a lifeline, to pull yourself out of the doldrums. “What is the good?” And be sure to find an answer, and thus a sense of hope. “

- Jennifer Naparstek Klein Psy.D

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11/18/2025

🎬 Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere isn’t your usual rockstar biopic. Instead of fame, tours, and bright lights, it shines a light on something far more real; Bruce Springsteen’s honest struggle with depression and his decision to seek help.

Behind the music, the applause, and the spotlight, Bruce faced moments of silence that felt too heavy to carry alone. His story reminds us that no amount of success, talent, or strength makes someone immune to mental health challenges.

If one of the greatest storytellers of our time can pause to ask for help, then maybe that’s the most powerful story of all, that healing begins when we speak up.

The Counseling Center is here to listen, support, and walk beside you. You don’t have to go through it alone.

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11/14/2025

Building Confidence in Kids

It’s tough to watch your child struggle with confidence, whether it’s starting a new class, joining a team, or facing something unfamiliar. As parents, our instinct is to jump in and fix things, but real growth comes when we help them learn to handle challenges themselves.

Here are 6 ways to support your child without making things harder:
1. Validate their feelings: let them know it’s okay to feel nervous or frustrated.
2.Model calm confidence: show steadiness and belief in their ability.
3.Encourage small steps: break challenges into manageable pieces.
4.Focus on effort, not outcomes: praise persistence, not perfection.
5.Create a safe space: let them know all feelings are welcome.
6.Empower problem-solving: ask curious questions and let them find their own solutions.

When we walk alongside our kids, not ahead of them, we teach them one of life’s most powerful lessons: they are capable of doing hard things.

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11/11/2025

Veterans Day is a time to honor the bravery and sacrifice of the people who have served our country. Today, we pay tribute to those who have protected our freedoms—and we also recognize the unseen battles many continue to face long after their service.

For many veterans, the impact of trauma does not end when they return home. PTSD, anxiety, and depression are real and valid experiences, and healing is not a journey that needs to be walked alone.

Therapy can be a powerful tool in restoring a sense of safety, rebuilding emotional strength, and creating pathways toward peace and resilience. This Veterans Day, we honor your courage not only in service, but in seeking support when you need it.
To all who have served, thank you. Your mental health matters, and we are here for you.

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11/09/2025

Empty Your Trash for 2025! ✨

Just like that satisfying email "swoosh" when you empty your trash, the end of the year is the perfect time to clear out your mental and physical clutter.

Here's your practical purge:

External Cleanse: Look for things you've outgrown, never used (tags still on!), or that are just cluttering your space (desk, closet, car). Prune one item today!

Internal Purge: What's clogging your mental inbox?

Tasks: That unfinished chore, that long-overdue call. Get it off your docket!

Feelings: Resentments or grudges. Can you solve it, or is it time to drag it to the mental 'trash'?

Release: Try writing down painful feelings in detail, and then shredding the paper. Feel the tangible release.

Make space for growth, inspiration, and new beginnings. Feel the freedom that comes with a clean slate!

-Virgil Roberson, L.P

11/07/2025

“Either consider--or think deeply--about what you HAVE, rather than what you don't.”

-Natalie Redcross, MFT-LP

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