Margaret Perry, LCSW

Margaret Perry, LCSW Mental wellness specializing in anxiety, depression, personality disorders, trauma-related issues Private pay
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05/11/2026

Grounding practices are a simple way to bring your focus back to the present moment—especially when your thoughts feel overwhelming.

One effective approach is using mental games:

Spell your name backwards
Recite a favorite song, poem, or quote
Count in patterns (like by 3s or backwards by 7s)

These small exercises help redirect your attention and create a sense of calm.

Try one the next time you need a reset.

Why is it so much easier to affirm others than it is to affirm ourselves?We often have no problem encouraging those arou...
05/09/2026

Why is it so much easier to affirm others than it is to affirm ourselves?

We often have no problem encouraging those around us, but when it comes to our own self-talk, it can quickly turn negative.

The way you speak to yourself matters!

Try these daily affirmations or create some that feel helpful for you.

Create positive changes in the way you speak to yourself.

Self-care doesn’t have to be aesthetic or perfect.It might look like:✔ starting something you’ve been avoiding✔ getting ...
05/06/2026

Self-care doesn’t have to be aesthetic or perfect.

It might look like:
✔ starting something you’ve been avoiding
✔ getting outside for a few minutes
✔ giving your mind a break—or gently challenging it

Taking care of yourself isn’t one-size-fits-all.
It’s about meeting your needs in real, doable ways.

Pick one thing this week. That’s enough.

Supporting someone who is struggling can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to have all the answers.Often, what matter...
05/04/2026

Supporting someone who is struggling can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to have all the answers.

Often, what matters most is simply being there. Listening without judgment, checking in, and creating space for them to share can go a long way.

It’s also important to remember that you’re not responsible for fixing everything. Encouraging support and taking care of your own well-being matters, too.

Showing up with care and consistency can make more of a difference than you realize.

05/01/2026

We often give our time and energy away without thinking twice. But over time, that can leave us feeling drained.

Protecting your energy can look like pausing before saying yes, taking breaks during the day, or being more mindful of what (and who) leaves you feeling depleted.

These are small steps, but they can make a big difference.

Protecting your energy isn’t selfish. It’s necessary for a healthy and balanced life.

Awareness matters.Prevention is important.But Support is essential.Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or professional, ...
04/29/2026

Awareness matters.
Prevention is important.
But Support is essential.

Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or professional, having the right resources can make all the difference.

You don’t have to navigate this alone.

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Support starts with knowing where to turn.

We often think keeping kids safe online is about monitoring and restricting access. But, no matter how hard we try, cont...
04/27/2026

We often think keeping kids safe online is about monitoring and restricting access. But, no matter how hard we try, controlling everything our kids see online is near impossible.

But we can make sure they feel safe coming to us!

Because here’s the truth:
👉 When kids fear getting in trouble, they stay silent.
👉 When they feel supported, they speak up.

Prevention starts with connection and conversation.

💙 Keep the conversation open
💙 Keep your reactions calm
💙 Keep showing them they can come to you

You don’t have to be perfect.
You just have to be approachable.

Online risks aren’t always obvious.They often begin with:✔️ A friendly message✔️ A shared interest✔️ Someone who “gets t...
04/24/2026

Online risks aren’t always obvious.

They often begin with:
✔️ A friendly message
✔️ A shared interest
✔️ Someone who “gets them”

And that’s what makes them so easy to miss.

Spaces that may feel completely normal can quickly lead to experiences of bullying, exposure to harmful content, and unsafe interactions.

Online harm is real and increasing.
Cases involving harmful content have more than doubled over the past decade.

Understanding the risks doesn’t mean living in fear, it means understanding the full picture so we can be better prepared to effectively protect kids.

Next up: how we actually prevent this 💙

April is Child Abuse Prevention MonthWhen we think about child abuse, we often picture what we can see.But so much of wh...
04/22/2026

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

When we think about child abuse, we often picture what we can see.

But so much of what kids experience today happens behind screens.

Many children experience online harm and often don’t tell anyone because they are worried about getting in trouble, losing access to devices, or feeling ashamed.

Online harm is real. And it’s impacting kids emotionally, socially, and psychologically.

💙 Awareness matters.
💙 Because awareness leads to prevention and silence puts kids at risk.

Save this post to come back to—and stay tuned for the next post in this series.

When things feel heavy, please remember that support is available. Whether it’s reaching out to a friend, talking to som...
04/20/2026

When things feel heavy, please remember that support is available.

Whether it’s reaching out to a friend, talking to someone you trust, or connecting with professional services, there are people who care and want to help.

Taking that first step can be difficult, but you don’t have to do it alone.

04/17/2026

Continuing our series, Grounding Practices, with an effective deep breathing exercise.

Grounding practices do not have to be complicated—sometimes they simply start with your breath.

Box breathing is a simple technique:
✨ Inhale for 4 counts
✨ Hold for 4 counts
✨ Exhale for 4 counts
✨ Hold for 4 counts

Repeating this pattern can help calm your nervous system and bring you back to the present moment.

Try it the next time you’re feeling overwhelmed and see how it feels.

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