Still Waters Family Counseling

01/28/2026

We have enjoyed the snow!
But we are ready to see you!
Appointments for Thursday, 1/29, will be in-person.
(As always, Telehealth is available, please call us for any changes.)

09/21/2025

In case you didn’t know…💐
https://www.facebook.com/share/1EKGGFmVhN/?mibextid=rS40aB7S9Ucbxw6v

It's National Wife Appreciation Day!🩷🌹 Celebrated on the third Sunday of September, today is dedicated specifically for women without children to feel the love of their spouses and families!

09/04/2025

Taking a moment to highlight this precaution. Please share with grandparents, babysitters, neighbors, teens, siblings…a message for all!

https://www.facebook.com/581066699/posts/10161618357881700/?app=fbl

07/10/2025

While the work will be done in the evening and overnight hours, there will be construction happening at the intersection of I-49 and Stephen Carr (Mt. Comfort).
https://www.facebook.com/100064352542881/posts/1178960797592327/

🚧 A section of Stephen Carr Memorial Blvd. will be milled and repaved Sunday, July 13, through Saturday, July 19, with work taking place between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m.

The section that will be worked on runs from the intersection of Shiloh and Mount Comfort to the I-49 north exit on- and off-ramps. Partial lane closures will be required; however, flaggers and signage will be in place to indicate upcoming traffic changes.

07/07/2025

Texas holds a special place in our hearts and we grieve with all those impacted by the flooding rains. If you know of someone who would benefit, please tell them about this opportunity.
https://www.facebook.com/100027231293010/posts/1587757082141986/?mibextid=rS40aB7S9Ucbxw6v

I (Sissy Goff) spent six of my most formative summers on the Guadalupe River at a girls’ camp just down the road from Camp Mystic, laughing and learning and having cokes and candy at the Hunt Store at the end of camp. Like you, I’ve been heartbroken for the Mystic families, and the entire Hill Country community. The impact has rippled through us all. And, there are parents who are having to and will continue to have hard conversations with their kids. Parents who are helplessly watching their girls (and boys) grieve. Sitting with siblings to talk about the unspeakable and unimaginable. Mystic families, every single one of us would do anything we can to help. And here’s what I would be so honored to do, after several of you have asked for resources for your schools and churches and friends:

At 10am and 4:30 pm tomorrow, I’m going to host two zooms for any parents/grandparents/family members/friends impacted by the flooding. I’ll spend 20-30 minutes talking about how we can talk with our kids and help them process their grief. As families and as communities. And then, I’ll give you an opportunity to ask questions. You can join either time…or both, if you’d like. The sign up is at the link in my bio. It’s a free seminar. All are welcome. In the meantime, just know that we’re standing alongside you. Praying. Grieving. And still hoping.

10am sign up: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zwuF9XU9T1yig8GI4-oVTQ #/registration

4:30pm sign up: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0MQggThyQgyU7s4d9VQGiA #/registration

10/04/2023

‼️Take Note: Wednesday, Oct 4 @1:20 central time
“ People cannot opt out of the nationwide alert, as even phones set to silent will be subjected to the jarring noise.”‼️

https://www.abcactionnews.com/why-you-should-expect-a-blaring-phone-alert-wednesday?fbclid=IwAR2O7ARI4J1g0TpMv1QF5bdS26yJNrLPhfqs6EaYjv0nUrCprX8rw29jxlY

Even if your phone is set to silent, it will blast the nationwide test of the emergency alert system.

06/12/2023

Summer is always a good time to work on a few skills! 🌞. Here are a few good ones to try:

Thrivers are raised, not born. Through her decades of research, psychologist and parenting expert Michele Borba found seven traits kids need in order to become resilient, mentally strong and self-aware adults. Here's how parents can teach them.

07/17/2022

✍️Take note!
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The new 3 digit National Mental Health Crisis Hotline

Quick help for suicidal thoughts and other mental health emergencies will soon be as easy as 9-8-8. The United States’ first nationwide three-digit mental health crisis hotline goes live on Saturday.

06/09/2022

Parents, make the effort to be knowledgeable and informed!

The Arkansas attorney general released a list of apps that could be dangerous for children and tips for parents to better monitor online activity.

05/26/2022

In light of the tragedy precipitated by a teenager, we can all benefit from the following:

Lots of posts today about the recent school shooting. The younger the children killed the more emotional it is. It is such an unnecessary tragedy and heartbreak for every family involved. Including the shooters.

Raising teenagers is so very hard today and I want to encourage parents of middle and older kids to KEEP DOING THE HARD WORK.
We cannot quit and we cannot give in. We must keep our heads and keep hugging, talking, and asking questions.

One of my kids told me recently something I was asking about wasn't my business. I simply said, "You are my business, and my most important business." I didn't have to argue anymore with them. They did not want to tell me things and I didn't require a full disclosure at this point. I let them ponder that and then asked again when they were less agitated.

▶️ Teens don't want to talk to us as much, so if we're going to use less words, make them count.
▶️ Teens don't want to listen to us as much, so find things to talk about they can't help but want to share. (gaming, phones, computers)
▶️ Kids don't think we know things, so start asking them questions. They'll be happy to help educate you.

Teens are still searching for identity and so many people (that you wouldn't have in your home) are trying to tell them how to be cool, accepted, and a winner. YOU be the one who tells them how smart they are, how strong they are, how thankful you are that they are yours. They may hear you better if you're offering ice cream.

Turn lights on.
Open windows.
Have music on that is uplifting.
Quit criticizing so much.
Don't nag.
Simplify your instructions.
Plan an outing.
Check their car.
Separate ammo and guns.
Meet their friends.
Go in their rooms.
Watch their social media.
Pray for your children.
KNOW THEM.

Don't quit, no matter how hard they push back.
Be the calm and steady in their life.

Stand Strong Mama.

04/17/2022

✝️ Happy Easter ✝️
“Don’t be alarmed,” he said. “You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified. He has risen! He is not here.”