Fostering Hope Counseling

08/24/2022

Spot the difference between anxiety and panic disorder: http://bit.ly/anxietyvspanicdisorders | https://www.fosteringhopecounselingllc.com/

08/17/2022

What happens to the body during and after a panic attack? http://bit.ly/body-panic-attack | https://www.fosteringhopecounselingllc.com/

11/19/2021

'Tis the season..... to check in with yourself. To pause when you need to. To listen to your body.

While we make our lists and check them twice, let's be sure to put ourselves on the list.

Burnout and exhaustion for the holidays aren't so nice.

07/27/2021

A quiet mind is attainable.
Ever notice how much time is spent going from one activity to the next, without a moment to pause in between? And should we happen to have a moment to relax, it seems as if the time magically disappears into a flurry of chores, errands, or into the exhaustion of a nap. With so much of our time either scheduled, accounted for, or spent on social media, we run the risk of missing out on living in and fully experiencing with appreciation the moments we have in the here and now.
Practicing mindfulness and meditation can help us to tune into the present moment. Mindfulness allows each of us the opportunity to pay more attention to our own sensations, without judgment. Meditation affords the mind a time to quiet the constant activity that keeps it over-actively seeking stimuli that is not satisfied with the here and now. Research continues to suggests that mindfulness and meditation not only reduce stress, but also increase our experience of positive emotions.
One simple method for developing basic mindfulness skills is a progressive muscle relaxation exercise. This practice brings your attention to the body, noticing your present sensations and relaxing your mind with intention - a habit, once formed, that will be beneficial in all areas of life.
If you want to begin using this mediation, here's the link to my free guided meditation. Gift yourself the kindness of self-care.
https://www.fosteringhopecounselingllc.com/blog/the-beginners-guide-to-meditation-xrpkm

05/13/2021

It's never a bad time to rewrite your story or find a new path, but it does take courage. You've got it!

05/11/2021

Such a Huge deal for the counseling profession! If you’ve ever wondered why there aren’t enough counselors, the Interstate Counseling Compact is a part of relieving one major barrier.

Georgia is on our minds! Georgia just became the first state to sign the interstate Counseling Compact into law. This is a huge milestone for the counseling profession and for increasing access to mental health services at a time when they are needed more than ever.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3eA1q1Q

05/05/2021

Did you know......

May is Mental Health Month! There’s no question that the pandemic has had a profound effect on the mental health of people of all ages. And those who were diagnosed with COVID-19 were especially impacted. https://bit.ly/3xCT1C3

04/23/2021

There are so many stories people live with. Neurodiversity often seems to live in the shadows. 🥸
It can take patience to learn what you don’t understand, but humans are worth understanding. And this is true of all of us. 💯

02/24/2021

There are actually benefits to paying for therapy out of pocket. And my friend Dr. Haug explains them perfectly! 👀

Believe it or not, there are numerous ways you benefit as a client who pays directly for therapy services via cash, check, or credit card. Check out some of the most common ways you win with a fee-for-service therapy model.

01/23/2021

https://www.fosteringhopecounselingllc.com/blog/exercises-to-calm-your-anxious-thoughts-9ay75

Certified anxiety therapist; mindfulness informed CBT counselor.