Paths Align Counseling, PLLC

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Paths Align Counseling is a mental health therapy practice founded by Shelby Kolek, Licensed Clinical Social Worker—and an anxious mom of two who understands the beautiful chaos of real life.

Su***de Prevention Month hits a lot closer to home this year. I'm currently in a training for a new therapy modality and...
09/02/2025

Su***de Prevention Month hits a lot closer to home this year.

I'm currently in a training for a new therapy modality and am learning a lot about parts of us that lead to self harm and su***de. It sucks but I know that these parts of us are trying to help soothe other wounded parts and they truly believe it's the only way to stop the ache.
But I beg of you, don't listen to that voice. Don't listen to that part. This isn't it. There are ways. There are people. You are loved. You are cared for. You are worthy.

Here are some resources for those of us that have experienced a loved ones su***de, and resources if you are considering su***de. Please stay.

U.S.-Centered Helplines

988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline — Available 24/7 via call, text, or chat for anyone in crisis.

Veterans Crisis Line — Accessed by dialing 988 then pressing 1; also reachable via text (838255) or online chat.

Crisis Text Line — Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support via text across the U.S., UK, Canada, and Ireland.

Support for LGBTQ+ Youth Although the 988 LGBTQ+ specialized service ended on July 17, 2025, several organizations still offer identity-affirming support:

The Trevor Project, Trans Lifeline, LGBT National Help Center, PFLAG, and more continue to help LGBTQ+ individuals in crisis.

Books: Memoirs & Emotional Reflection
How Not to Kill Yourself: A Portrait of the Suicidal Mind by Clancy Martin (2023) — A candid and philosophical memoir of the author’s su***de attempts and recovery.

The Alliance of Hope offers a bookstore tailored to survivors of su***de, including resources for different age groups and types of loss. Allianceofhope.org and AFSP's list of books

Podcasts
Reach In, Reach Out (by IASP) — A series aiming to deepen understanding around su***de, reduce stigma, and spark compassionate conversations globally. (IASP)

“Understand Su***de” (Spotify) — Interviews focused on how families and parents can help children facing suicidal thoughts or attempts. (su***deprevention.nv.gov)

The things these walls have heard are so much more than “talking” to people. Yeah, sometimes we have rapport building se...
08/25/2025

The things these walls have heard are so much more than “talking” to people. Yeah, sometimes we have rapport building sessions where we talk about the latest trash tv episode or silly things our kids have done. But most of the time it’s holding space. It’s validating feelings that were dismissed for so long. It’s processing suppressed thoughts. It’s learning how to be a new person after trauma. It’s so much more than just talking.

08/19/2025

A few weeks ago, I was asked to do an interview for a local Houston magazine about local entrepreneurs.
At first, my imposter syndrome came out loud and proud questioning who had nominated me for this and why I deserved this recognition.
Then, I realized those thoughts didn’t matter and that I have started something I’m really proud of and I get to share that.
So here it is. This journey has not been an easy one, but with all the ups and downs it’s what I’m most proud of. Day in and day out I get to hold space for people who have chosen me to be vulnerable with and I am so grateful for that opportunity. ❤️

https://voyagehouston.com/interview/check-out-shelby-koleks-story/

A song I heard recently says, "And if you got tomorrow, then you still got time to break the chain that left you scarred...
08/13/2025

A song I heard recently says, "And if you got tomorrow, then you still got time to break the chain that left you scarred
From where you came isn't who you are
Oh, my brother, You don't have to follow in your bloodlinе"

It's okay to ask for help. It's okay to break generational curses. It's okay to break the stigma, the taboo of getting mental health help and even getting on medication. You don't have to face those shadows alone. If you were looking for a sign to stay, I hope this is it.
I am here for you, I will listen to you, and we will get you the help you need, together.

If in crisis, call 988 or 911. Go to the emergency room. Call your friends. Call your neighbor. Don't be alone. Take action.

All thoughts right now are going towards the flood and finding those that are missing. As a mom, my chest has been heavy...
07/06/2025

All thoughts right now are going towards the flood and finding those that are missing. As a mom, my chest has been heavy all day thinking of how those parents must feel.
The only way I can think of to help the most right now is to gather donations. I’ve partnered with another local company to gather materials and take them to the local non profits and first responders.
Things we are gathering: hygiene items (soap, deodorant, tampons), baby items (diapers, wipes, formula), first aid kits/flashlights, and non perishable food. If you aren’t local to me, you can zelle, cashapp, or venmo me and all money will go towards supplies.
If you want to donate, please let me know as I’ll be collecting until Tuesday evening so they can go out Wednesday morning 💕

06/10/2025

“Terrible things are happening outside… poor helpless people are being dragged out of their homes. Families are torn apart; men, women, and children are separated. Children come home from school to find that their parents have disappeared”- ANNE FRANK 1943

I thought we’re taught history so that we learn how to keep it from repeating…

Being a therapist doesn’t make me immune to human tendencies! I know. I know. You think your therapist has it all togeth...
06/02/2025

Being a therapist doesn’t make me immune to human tendencies!
I know. I know. You think your therapist has it all together, right? Wrong. I’m human. I have learned behaviors. I have a life story. I have things that I’m working on right alongside you. And that’s okay. I’m not afraid to admit that. I’ll stumble on my words. I’ll forget what I was going to say. Because I need you to know that I’m human. So you can feel like it’s okay to be a human too. 💕

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mama’s. You matter. You’re loved. Motherhood is beautiful if AND hard. Two things can be t...
05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mama’s. You matter. You’re loved. Motherhood is beautiful if AND hard. Two things can be true. I’m so proud of you 💕

Day 4 of our maternal mental health stories. This mama shared her sadness and sense of failure surrounding the love of p...
05/07/2025

Day 4 of our maternal mental health stories.
This mama shared her sadness and sense of failure surrounding the love of pregnancy. She said it seemed as though everyone always talked about how much they loved being pregnant, and how ashamed she felt that she didn't enjoy it as much as they seemed to. She shared that her motherhood journey hadn't even started and she already felt like a failure as she didn't feel the connection and love through her belly. She didn't know you could experience prenatal depression until she began to open up more to other women, and connect with moms that shared the rawness of pregnancy and how it isn't all butterflies and rainbows. It's hard work mentally and physically. 🩷

05/07/2025

Therapy is all about you. In my consult calls, I explain that most people come to therapy for 3 reasons. 1: to have a listening ear and someone to vent/rant to. 2: they have goals in mind and want someone to help them achieve said goals and hold them accountable. 3: dig in to their past and discover how situations made them who they are today and heal from them. It’s okay to be all three. You take the lead in therapy. I’m here to cheer you on, empower you, and at the same time challenge your thoughts and behaviors that leave you stuck. But also why did Facebook slow the video down and make it seem like my sync was off 🙄 you get the point. Okay love yall 🥰💕

Always my hope 💕
05/06/2025

Always my hope 💕

Day 2 of our maternal mental health series!This mama shared something that is oh so common in new motherhood. The fear t...
05/05/2025

Day 2 of our maternal mental health series!
This mama shared something that is oh so common in new motherhood. The fear the baby will stop breathing.
She shared that she felt if she took her eyes off her new baby boy, something was going to happen to him. She stopped sleeping so she could watch him sleep. She went days without sleeping. She struggled even letting her husband watch him.
What helped her was her mom stepping in. Her mom would come take care of him but stay in the same room as mama so she felt more relaxed. She began to take medicine to help her sleep and took long hot showers to relax.
This is why a support system in motherhood is so important. I know so many moms would come watch someones baby if they needed an hour to nap. You don't understand these feelings until you are in the moment. Reach out for help. Lean on support. You are your best mom when you are the best you.

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Conroe, TX
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