Kelsey Donohue LCSW

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Kelsey Donohue LCSW

Mental health therapist located in Clifton Park, NY. Offering virtual and in-person therapy.

02/18/2025

Have you heard of Internal Family Systems (IFS) as a therapy model? IFS is a really interesting way of looking internally at each of the parts of ourselves and the roles they play. IFS can be very helpful in treating depression, anxiety, and trauma, but also just improves emotional regulation and resilience! If you are interested in doing some work, talk with your therapist to see if that is something they are trained in!

02/17/2025

What can you do today to spread kindness? Check out https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/ for ideas on how to make kindness the norm and for resources for children and adults!

02/13/2025

If you are looking to show yourself a little over the next few days, here are a few to help you create and promote . 💖

02/10/2025

Help make kindness the norm this random acts of kindness week!!

02/04/2025

Self doubt can become such a devastating piece of daily life. Some people may be more prone to and these are just some of the places where self doubt can start to creep into your narrative. The challenge is trying to overcome all these sources of self doubt! Start with practicing and . Focus on acknowledging your and avoid as much as possible.

01/29/2025

It can be tough to know what to say to someone when they are going through a difficult time. It is important to remember that just being present and listening is a huge gift you can give your loved one! If you are not sure how to be supportive and validating, here are a few suggestions of simple statements that can help make someone feel heard and like they are not being judged.

01/22/2025

"Comparison is the thief of joy." - Theodore Roosevelt

The first time I heard this quote about comparing your chapter 1 to another person's chapter 20 it really hit me. In our society, comparison is so easy because of social media. But it is important to remember that everyone's path is different and we are all faced with different challenges. Try not to allow comparisons to impact you and your self image and focus instead on how far you have come.

01/08/2025

This is an easy breathing exercise that you utilize when you need to slow down your mind, pause for a moment, or anytime you are dealing with difficult emotions. Simply trace your hand, breathing in as you go up and breathing out as you trace down your fingers. Try it and let me know what you think!

01/01/2025

May this be a year full of peace and happiness for you 💛

12/31/2024

For the upcoming year, make a commitment to yourself! Even small can make a big difference. If you don't love the thought of "resolutions", think about an for yourself which may feel like less pressure than the typical you always see. Commit to self care, , and bringing into your life in #2025.

12/23/2024

✨However you are celebrating the holidays this winter, wishing you a kind and gentle season. ✨

12/17/2024

I'm sure you have heard about and been told to try them yourself. But what are they and why are they important? There are so many benefits to using positive affirmations and these are just a few. If you need help coming up with an affirmation that works for you, look online for ideas or talk to a to help you come up with what will benefit you the most!

12/06/2024

While the holiday season can bring a lot of joy, it can also be stressful for many different reasons. You may have more obligations than usual or feel the pressure to make everything "perfect." But the most important thing you can do for yourself and your loved ones is take care of yourself and manage stress! Do what you can, take time for yourself and the things you truly enjoy. Stay in the moment and try to find small moments of joy in every day.

12/03/2024

Have you heard people say that emotions are like waves? Our emotions can vary in intensity, they build up to a breaking point and then fall back down. Sometimes our emotions are calm and sometimes they feel more like the rough surf, but they always move. You will not be stuck in one feeling forever! So to get through the difficult moments because eventually it will quiet back down.

11/28/2024

Wishing you all a very Happy Thanksgiving. Remember it is ok to take a break if you feel overwhelmed at all today!

11/27/2024

Gratitude can be such a helpful tool for supporting your mental and physical health. Start small. Take a few minutes at the end of your day to reflect on just one thing you are grateful for from that day. Maybe the sun was shining. Maybe a great cup of coffee. You could even try keeping a gratitude journal and when things feel tough, look back on what you wrote. You may be surprised how much of a difference these little moments can make in your day.

11/18/2024

Do you ever feel like there is so much on your plate and you don't know where to start? Sometimes that feeling of can keep you stuck. Take a few minutes today to think of one small way you can help yourself be more effective or successful. Maybe you need to grab a few groceries so that you have options at home. Maybe you need to speak kinder to yourself and so you commit to practicing a couple . Even small acts make a big difference!

11/15/2024

Everyone sets goals that sometimes feel overwhelming or impossible but the problem is not necessarily the goal. Maybe the path you are on is too challenging for you at this moment, and that's ok! Work on by breaking it into smaller steps or finding a different route altogether. If the goal is important to you there is no reason to abandon it completely, you may just need to find a different way to get there. 💜💜

Address

1 Barney Road
Clifton Park, NY
12065

Website

http://therapywithkelsey.org/

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