KS Services

09/07/2025

High School Process Group
Fall session Starts October 2nd
KS Services is happy to announce the dates for the fall session of our High School Process Group for teens in 9th-12th grade. This in-person small group is designed to be a safe and supportive space for teens to share the highs and lows of life, work together to gain insight and build coping skills to address stressors, and connect with peers going through similar experiences.
🗓️ When: October 2nd-November 20th (8 weeks)
Thursdays from 6:30-8:00 EST
📍 Location: IN PERSON at our VA office
💵 Cost: $50 per group meeting ($400 total)
🙋‍♀️ Facilitator: Kathryn Marcantel, Resident in Counseling
Registration is now open—don’t wait to secure a spot!
https://www.keystoneservices.biz/group-therapy

08/23/2025

Start the year off with what matters!

07/30/2025

Preparing for transition in life is important. Building a “coping kit” with clients heading to college is one example of preparation.

07/30/2025

Focusing our thought energy on the things we get a vote in is helpful to address our anxious times! Read the tips below for yourself and for you kids!

Help your teen build emotional resilience by focusing on what they get a vote in. Download a free visual and start a conversation that matters.

07/26/2025

When emotions are bottled up, pressure builds! Let them out, talk it out. Mental health matters- every feeling deserves a space. ❤️

07/15/2025

You matter!

06/24/2025

Every couple argues—but how you argue can make or break the relationship.

In our latest blog, we’re breaking down the Four Horsemen of communication—criticism, defensiveness, contempt, and stonewalling—and showing you the simple, research-backed antidotes that can rebuild trust and emotional safety.

💛 Whether you're feeling stuck or just want to strengthen your connection, this post is for you.

👉 Read the full blog to learn how to shift from conflict to connection.
Visit: keystoneservices.biz/blog

06/04/2025

Prepping for a couples session! Using researched based Gottman method to help couples develop healthy communication strategies by removing the 4 horsemen, learning to ask open ended questions to show curiosity and monitoring heart rates for emotional flooding.

05/29/2025

☀️ Summer can be a time of rest, reset—and overwhelm.

With schedules shifting and routines loosening up, it’s easy to forget that emotional health needs care year-round. But small habits can make a big difference.

Here are a few gentle reminders to help you feel more grounded and supported this summer:
🌿 Spend time outside—nature boosts mood and reduces stress
🌿 Keep a flexible routine to stay anchored
🌿 Make time for rest (it’s productive too!)
🌿 Stay connected to people who fill your cup
🌿 Practice a small daily habit like journaling or deep breathing

💛 There’s no perfect way to do summer wellness—but honoring your emotional needs is a powerful place to start.

Looking for more support as you move through this season? Counseling can help you stay centered. Learn more at https://www.keystoneservices.biz.

05/28/2025

Betrayal isn’t always physical—and emotional betrayal can leave deep wounds.

When we think about betrayal in relationships, we often picture affairs or broken promises. But emotional betrayals—like stonewalling, dismissing feelings, or breaking trust—can be just as painful and damaging over time.

In our latest blog post, we’re talking about the less obvious ways trust is broken and connection is lost, including:
→ When one partner mocks or minimizes the other’s feelings
→ When someone gives the silent treatment instead of communicating
→When personal struggles are used as ammunition in an argument

Healing starts by naming the harm and making space for honest conversations.

Want to learn more about the hidden ways emotional betrayal shows up—and how healing can begin? Read the full post here: https://www.keystoneservices.biz/post/betrayal-isn-t-just-physical-10-emotional-betrayals-that-can-hurt-relationships

05/23/2025

💬 Quick self-check-in: How are you feeling today… really?

Not the polite “I’m fine” answer—but the honest one. Are you feeling energized? Overwhelmed? Hopeful? Worn out?

You may want to take a moment to journal with this prompt: “What do I need right now?”

Taking just a minute to pause and check in with yourself can make a big difference. It’s one of the first steps toward caring for your mental and emotional health.

And if your check-in makes you realize you could use a little more support—that’s okay too. You’re not alone. If you’re ready to explore counseling or just have questions about how it works, visit https://keystoneservices.biz. We’re here when you’re ready.

05/21/2025

Stress and anxiety often get lumped together—but they aren’t quite the same.

🌿 Stress is usually tied to a specific event or situation. It can feel intense, but often goes away once the challenge passes.

🌿 Anxiety tends to stick around, even when there isn’t a clear reason. It’s that constant feeling of worry or unease that doesn’t seem to let up.

Understanding the difference between the two can help you recognize what you’re experiencing—and choose the right tools to care for yourself.

💛 And remember, whether it’s stress, anxiety, or just feeling overwhelmed, support is available.

If anxiety is making daily life feel harder than it should, counseling might help. Learn more at https://keystoneservices.biz.