New Spark Counseling, PLLC

09/20/2025

When someone partners with one person but wishes they were with someone else, it often shows up in one of six harmful behavior patterns. Staying in such a relationship can damage mental health, leading to depression and deep unhappiness. Click on the link below to learn more.

Does your partner frequently criticize you or try to change you? Maybe they would rather be with someone else.

09/19/2025

Resilience is not just toughness; it is the creative act of adapting, reimagining, and making meaning after loss. Through writing, art, or other expression, we transform pain into coherence, agency, and healing. Click on the link below to learn more.

When life unravels, resilience isn’t just about grit—it’s about creativity. Discover how everyday acts of imagination can transform pain into meaning.

09/18/2025

Cozy, hands-on hobbies like baking, crafting, and gardening are making a comeback as a soothing antidote to stress and digital burnout. They support mental health by fostering mindfulness, calming the nervous system, and building confidence without needing to be artistic or highly productive. Click on the link below to learn more.

Feeling anxious or burned out? Cozy “grandma hobbies” like knitting, baking, and puzzles can ease stress, calm your mind, and spark creativity. Learn about the benefits.

09/17/2025

Rest isn't just about sleep; it's about recognizing when your mental, emotional, creative, or social energy is low and giving yourself space to recover. Whether that means quiet time alone, connecting with a friend, or stepping outside, the right kind of rest helps restore balance and well-being. Click on the link below to learn more.

There are seven different types of rest. Learn what they are and how to ensure you’re getting enough of each.

09/16/2025

Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) is a short-term psychological response that occurs soon after a traumatic event, lasting up to one month. It involves emotional, psychological, and physical symptoms and is treatable with psychotherapy. Click on the link below to learn more.

Acute stress is your body’s fast, intense reaction to sudden pressure. Learn the signs, causes, and quick ways to calm your system.

09/15/2025

Limerence can affect anyone, but it tends to be more common in the autistic community, likely due to differences in emotional regulation, sensory processing, and a natural inclination toward intense interests and hyperfocus. Click on the link below to learn more.

Limerence, an emotional state of intense connection to another person who may not reciprocate, is a common experience for autistic individuals. Learn why.

09/13/2025

High achievers focus on transformative goals rather than transactional ones. They make decisions based on impact and intentionally leave room for innovation and discovery. Click on the link below to learn more.

2. They work backwards, with precision.

09/12/2025

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month

Every life matters. Every voice deserves to be heard.

This month, we shine a light on the importance of mental health, the power of connection, and the critical need to break the stigma around su***de and depression.

You never know what someone is going through. A small act of kindness, a conversation, or simply showing up can make all the difference.

If you’re struggling, please know this: you are not alone.
Help is available, and there is always hope.

Need someone to talk to?
Call or text 988 – the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline (24/7, free, and confidential).

Let’s talk openly.
Let’s listen without judgment.
Let’s be there for one another.

09/11/2025

Today marks the anniversary of one of the most tragic days in American history. On this day, we pause to remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost, the countless families forever changed, and the heroes who ran toward danger when the world stood still.

We honor the first responders, the survivors, and every person who showed resilience, unity, and compassion in the face of unimaginable loss.

May we never forget the lives taken, the bravery shown, and the way we came together as a nation.

09/10/2025

Trauma can distort your sense of safety, making the world feel more dangerous than it truly is, a state known as hypervigilance. For many parents who’ve experienced trauma, this can make it difficult to trust their instincts, often leading to overprotectiveness. What begins as gentle parenting can unintentionally shift into helicopter parenting when we become overly afraid of our child experiencing emotional discomfort. Click on the link below to learn more.

Sometimes, what appears as helicopter parenting isn't due to an effort to control, but an effort to protect. Here’s how trauma distorts our instincts, and what to do instead.

09/09/2025

Individuals who assume parental roles early in life often carry these dynamics into their romantic relationships. Such parentified roles are associated with lower relationship satisfaction and struggles in expressing personal needs. Those who take on a “parenting” role with their partners frequently face difficulties with intimacy and desire. Click on the link below to learn more.

When people take on parental roles early in life, they often slip into parental roles in their romantic relationships, which can erode intimacy and desire.

09/08/2025

Meaning arises when you view challenges as opportunities rather than unbeatable barriers. Purpose comes from immersing yourself in activities you’re passionate about, valuing the journey over just the destination. Click on the link below to learn more.

2 essential elements create the life most of us aspire to.