Dragonfly Counseling

01/15/2026

💛 What Happens If I Tell My Therapist I’m Suicidal or Having Suicidal Thoughts?

This is one of the most common, and most frightening, questions people have when they’re struggling. Many worry that being honest will lead to judgment, loss of control, or automatic hospitalization. We want to gently clear that up.

When you tell your therapist you’re having suicidal thoughts or ideations:

✨ You will be met with empathy, not judgment.
Therapists are trained to listen with care and compassion. These conversations are not shocking to us, they’re part of how we help keep people safe.

✨ You are not automatically hospitalized.
Sharing thoughts does not automatically mean emergency intervention. Therapists assess risk thoughtfully and collaboratively, taking many factors into account.

✨ You and your therapist will make a plan together.
This might include identifying support people, creating coping strategies, reducing immediate risks, and increasing check-ins. The goal is safety and autonomy.

✨ Honesty opens the door for support, not consequences.
Reaching out opens the door to more care, not less. You don’t have to carry this alone.

Talking about suicidal thoughts is often a sign of strength, not failure. It means something inside you wants relief, support, and understanding.

If you are struggling right now, help is available. You can call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

💬 If this post raised questions or fears for you, know that it’s okay to ask — in therapy or here. You deserve care, clarity, and safety.

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01/14/2026

🧠 National Mental Wellness Month 🧠

January is National Mental Wellness Month, a time to focus on proactive care, stress reduction after the holidays, and building resilience in ways that are sustainable and supportive.

Mental wellness isn’t about drastic change or “starting over.” It’s about small, intentional practices that support your emotional well-being over time, checking in with yourself, setting realistic expectations, prioritizing rest, and asking for support when you need it.

After the busyness of the holidays, many people feel tired, overwhelmed, or disconnected. This month is a reminder that slowing down, rebuilding routines, and caring for your mental health are not luxuries, they’re essential.

✨ Mental wellness isn’t a reset, it’s a practice we build every day.

If this month feels heavy, you’re not alone. Support is always available, and taking care of your mental health is something you deserve year-round.

01/13/2026

🌱 5 Simple Ways to Stick With Your New Year’s Goals

You don’t need willpower or perfection, you need realistic, supportive strategies that work with your life, not against it.

✨ Start smaller than you think you should
✨ Attach new habits to routines you already have
✨ Focus on progress, not perfection
✨ Reconnect with the why behind your goal
✨ Build in flexibility as life shifts

Missing a day doesn’t mean you’ve failed. Adjusting your plan isn’t giving up, it’s learning what actually supports you.

✨ Reminder: Goals are meant to support your well-being, not become another source of stress.

💬 Which one are you focusing on this year?

01/09/2026

✨ The Post-Holiday Slump Is Real ✨

If you’re feeling more tired, unmotivated, or emotionally “blah” now that the holidays are over, you’re not broken, lazy, or doing anything wrong.

After weeks of heightened activity, connection, expectations, and stimulation, our minds and bodies naturally need time to recalibrate. Routines shift, dopamine dips, and winter energy settles in. That adjustment can feel heavy.

This is your reminder:
• It’s okay to move slower
• It’s okay to need extra rest
• It’s okay if motivation hasn’t returned yet

You don’t need to rush your way back to productivity. Gentle structure, compassion, and patience go a long way during this transition.

If January feels harder than expected, you’re not alone, and support is always available. 🤍

💬 What helps you reset after the holidays?

01/08/2026

✨ New Year, New Me? ✨

There’s a common misconception that a new year requires a new personality, new habits overnight, or a complete overhaul of who you are. But growth doesn’t come from erasing yourself, it comes from understanding, supporting, and caring for the person you already are.

Real change happens in small, consistent ways: setting gentler boundaries, listening to your needs, resting when you’re tired, and choosing habits that support your mental and emotional well-being. Progress doesn’t have to be loud or dramatic to be meaningful.

This year, consider keeping you, and treating yourself with more compassion, patience, and grace. 🌱

💬 What’s one way you want to care for yourself this year?

01/06/2026

✨ Self-Care Spotlight ✨

Andrea and Elena took a little time for themselves and popped across the street to Vybrance Medical Spa for vitamin injections, a simple, energizing way to support overall wellness during a busy season.

Prioritizing self-care doesn’t always mean slowing down, sometimes it means giving your body the support it needs to keep showing up strong. 💪🌿

A huge thank you to Jeni and the team at Vybrance Medical Spa for taking such great care of us and for all the incredible work you do in our community. This is a great self-care idea we love sharing with you!

💬 What’s one self-care practice you’ve been curious to try?

01/04/2026

01/02/2026

What does a meaningful goal look like for you this year?

Maybe it is setting boundaries.
Maybe it is asking for help.
Maybe it is simply slowing down.

There is no “right way” to grow. We’d love to know—what goal or intention feels doable for you in 2026?

01/01/2026

As we close out 2025, we honor the resilience it took to get here. Healing doesn’t follow a calendar, and change doesn’t need a countdown. If this year stretched you, strengthened you, or simply felt like a blur—you are not alone.

Wishing you a safe, gentle New Year’s Eve from all of us at Dragonfly Counseling.

#2026

12/30/2025

🎄✨ Holiday Wellness Bingo! ✨🎄

The holidays can be equal parts magical and a lot, so we created a Bingo board to help you sprinkle in joy, calm, connection, and a little bit of festive fun along the way. ❄️

From watching a holiday movie to setting a boundary, asking for help, taking a break, or putting on the world’s most dramatic face mask, each square is a tiny act of care for your mind, body, and spirit.

Your mission, should you choose to accept it:

Try to fill the whole board!
Not perfectly. Not all at once. Just little moments, one square at a time. 🌟

Share it with a friend, compete with your family, or keep it as a personal reminder that taking care of yourself counts, even when it looks silly, sparkly, or delicious.

💬 How many did you check off this holiday season?

12/27/2025

✨ Sharing Holiday Joy: Meet Andrea — Our Founder! 🎄

As we wrap up our holiday spotlight series, we’re ending with someone extra special, Andrea, the visionary founder of Dragonfly Counseling and the heart behind our mission ❤️

🎬 Favorite Holiday Movie: Christmas Vacation, because nothing kicks off the holiday season like Clark Griswold’s festive chaos and iconic one-liners!

🎁 Favorite Holiday Tradition: Opening one gift on Christmas Eve, then waking up to cinnamon rolls and stockings on Christmas morning. Sweet, cozy, and full of anticipation, just the way the holidays were meant to be.

🎄 Favorite Holiday Activity: Spending time with family. Whether laughing, reminiscing, or simply being together, those shared moments are what make the season meaningful.

🍲 Favorite Holiday Food: Her Gammie’s goulash, a treasured family recipe filled with love and legacy. Even though she can’t enjoy it anymore, the memory and tradition remain a cherished part of her holidays.

Thank you for joining us in celebrating the people who make Dragonfly Counseling so special. We hope this season brings warmth, rest, and moments worth remembering. ✨

💬 What holiday food brings back your favorite memories?

12/25/2025

✨ Happy Holidays from Dragonfly Counseling! ✨

Whether you’re celebrating with loved ones, resting in the quiet, honoring traditions, or creating new ones, we hope today offers space for connection, comfort, and joy. May this season bring moments of peace, reflection, and kindness, to yourself and to others.

Thank you for being part of our community. We are grateful for every story shared, every step taken, and every person who chooses healing. Here’s to warmth, rest, and meaning wherever you find it today. ❄️