Urban Balance Therapy and Consulting, PLLC

06/05/2025

The Gray Matters Collective continues to offer wonderful opportunities for our community. Here is a list of the current groups being offered.

ANNOUNCEMENT: Our support groups are growing!

This July, we are launching three new monthly support groups, in addition to our existing men’s and women’s groups. These changes come directly from your feedback, especially the need for a moms group and a gender-inclusive space for all.

You asked. We listened. And together, we’re building something powerful. 🩶⭐️

All groups are free and led by licensed counselors. Whether you’re a teen, parent, or simply someone looking for a place to be heard, there’s a group for you.

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NEW GROUPS

In My Gray Era – Teens & Young Adults (all genders, ages 14–24)
📅 Tuesday, July 1 at 4:00 PM
👥 Led by Lynette Kirk

All The Gray Matters – General Support Group (all genders, ages 14+)
📅 Wednesday, July 9 at 6:00 PM
👥 Led by Nick Litterer

Gray Is The New Pink – Moms Group
📅 Friday, July 25 at 1:00 PM
👥 Led by Lynette Kirk
👶 Children under 2 welcome

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RETURNING GROUPS

Girls in Gray – Women’s Group (ages 14+)
📅 Tuesday, July 29 at 6:00 PM
👥 Led by Interim Counselor Jamie Haney
(Permanent counselor announcement coming soon)

Gray Man Group – Men’s Group (ages 14+)
📅 Wednesday, July 30 at 6:00 PM
👥 Led by Nick Litterer

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All groups meet at the Holiday Inn – Rock Island, IL in Captian’s Room 2 (last room to the right at the end of the floor 1 hallway).

Healing happens in community—and we’re here for you. A special thank you to the counselors giving their time, energy, and passion for stronger mental health to make this happen! We appreciate you SO much.

05/21/2025

Way to go East Mo! ❤️

In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, Foster's Voice - Su***de Awareness and the Park Board invite the community to gather for the unveiling of the first Wind Phone in the Quad Cities on Thursday, May 22 at 2 p.m. at Mitchell Park (431 30th Ave.).

A Wind Phone is a quiet, symbolic space where people can speak to loved ones who have passed — a meaningful way to process grief and healing.

For questions or more information, call 309-509-5580.

05/11/2025

This is a great opportunity that our neighbors at the library is having.

🧠 NAMI will be at the library for Ending the Silence for Students; a 50-minute presentation designed for middle and high school students that includes warning signs, facts and statistics and how to get help for themselves or a friend.

Register on our website: https://eastmoline.librarycalendar.com/event/nami-ending-silence-students-9263

04/29/2025

Last month several providers from our office attended the American Counseling Association conference in Orlando. It is a value of ours at UBTC to continue to learn and network with other clinicians. Some of the workshops that we attended:
Disruptive Behavior Disorders & Elimination Disorders in Youth: Diagnosis and Treatment for ODD, Conduct, Enuresis and Encopresis; Examining the Criterion Validity of Popular Autism Questionnaires; Navigating Post-Divorce Dynamics; S*x as Self-Care for Moms: The Intersection of Motherhood, Identity and S*xuality; Embracing S*x Positivity in Counseling. We will continue to attend conferences, engage in networking and maintain our passion to provide you with quality care.

03/12/2025

An opportunity.

Next Moms group March 27th 6pm

03/05/2025

We often have young adults ask us about opportunities for support and here is an opportunity. Strike! 🎳

Hello, friends, YES! (Young Enthusiastic Spectrumites) for 18-30 years old friends

This Friday is our monthly meetup. I hope you are all ready for a fun time at the bowling alley!

Where: Big River Bowling
2902 E Kimberly Rd
Davenport, IA

When: Friday, March 7th
6:30 pm

What: Bowling!

Costs: It will cost you $3.75 for shoes and $4.75 per game.

I will not be there on Friday, but our friend Rachael will be there to make sure things go smoothly. The YES! Group will know Rachael from our meetings at St Ambrose.

Please let me know if you plan to attend or if you have any questions. I hope you all have a great time.

Eric
309-314-1777

03/05/2025

We love this! So important to ask yourself these questions. ❤️📚

Mid-week mental health check-in: how’s everyone holding up today? Consider this your gentle reminder to take a deep breath, unclench your jaw, and do something kind for yourself today.

If you need a little extra support, here are some resources that might help:
✨ Local therapy resources:




✨ Community groups like those available at
✨ The Trevor Project LGBTQ+ youth support: 866-488-7386 or text START to 678678

Please remember that rest is necessary, your feelings are valid, and that you are not alone. Let us know what's one small thing that you did to care for yourself today?

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1801 5th Ave, Moline IL 61265
T-F: 7am-5pm
Saturday: 10am-5pm
309-907-8163
Closed Sunday & Monday

03/01/2025

Two of our providers, Nikki & Jess, attended the Quad Cities Youth Conference this week speaking with hundreds of youth about wellness.

02/16/2025

East Moline Main Street introducing our new provider.

I work with clients where they are at in the present moment. I make every intention to understand their perspective on things in life and respect one's thoughts, emotions, and viewpoints. I try to incorporate various therapy techniques (strengths-based approaches, cognitive behavior therapy, and mot...

02/14/2025

♥️ From: lucyclaireillustrations

02/08/2025

https://urbanbalancetherapy.com/james-crawford

Introducing James Crawford to our practice! James will begin toward the end of February and has some open appointment times. He and his warm, positive nature are a welcome addition to our office. Read more about James on our website. Call or visit our website to schedule with James.

I work with clients where they are at in the present moment. I make every intention to understand their perspective on things in life and respect one's thoughts, emotions, and viewpoints. I try to incorporate various therapy techniques (strengths-based approaches, cognitive behavior therapy, and mot...

02/06/2025

Sharing from our friends at Clock, Inc LGBT+ Community Center ❤️

“Love - loud, unwavering, and unconditional - saves lives.” -Clock, Inc.