Barnwell Counseling & Wellness Group

Barnwell Counseling & Wellness Group Over 15 years of providing a variety of mental health care and counseling services to individuals, couples, and families in the DFW area.

My name Michelle Barnwell. I have been a Licensed Social Worker in the State of Texas for almost 17 years. I earned my Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Texas in Arlington and have been employed by several agencies and hospitals in the DFW area as a social worker and a therapist. I provide a variety of mental health care and counseling services to assist you in achieving success and finding solutions to the obstacles that sometimes arise in life. I offer counseling services to individuals, couples, and families.

The 8 dimensions of wellness 💕Wellness is not just being physically healthy, it is a multifaceted concept with many aspe...
09/17/2025

The 8 dimensions of wellness 💕

Wellness is not just being physically healthy, it is a multifaceted concept with many aspects to it! The different dimensions that make up wellness are…
🏃‍♂️Physical - are you physically healthy, sleeping well, eating well, and being active?
🙏🏼Spiritual - have you been able to tap into your spirituality if it’s meaningful to you lately? Do you need to set aside time to connect?
🎭Emotional - are you emotionally well? Any negative emotions you need to address?
💼Occupational - is your occupation bringing you joy or satisfaction? Is there anything in your work life that you’re unhappy with and need to address?
🧠Intellectual - have you been engaging your brain and participating in mentally stimulating activities, such as creative activities, learning, or problem-solving?
🌳Environmental - is your environment a safe space for you? Is there anything in it that might be taking away from your overall health?
💵Financial - are you able to feel secure in your finances? Do you need to reach out for help?
👥Social - have you been socially connected to friends, family, or coworkers? Are you isolating in any way?

❤️If one of these dimensions are being neglected, you may not be thriving or feeling like your best self. Check in with yourself on the regular to make sure that you are feeling well in *all* of these areas! Always remember that wellness is holistic!

What area of wellness do you tend to neglect the most?
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Some motivation for your Monday 🫶🏼💕Remember that you are SO much more than a mental health problem! A mental health prob...
09/15/2025

Some motivation for your Monday 🫶🏼

💕Remember that you are SO much more than a mental health problem! A mental health problem doesn’t define you, it is simply something you experience. While it can indeed serve an important role in shaping your life, you as a person are so much more than the label of a mental health issue! 🫶🏼

Share this with someone who needs it today ❤️
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Some motivation for your Monday 🫶🏼💕Remember that you are SO much more than a mental health problem! A mental health prob...
09/15/2025

Some motivation for your Monday 🫶🏼

💕Remember that you are SO much more than a mental health problem! A mental health problem doesn’t define you, it is simply something you experience. While it can indeed serve an important role in shaping your life, you as a person are so much more than the label of a mental health issue! 🫶🏼

Share this with someone who needs it today ❤️
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Grief is never linear, often coming in waves and when we least expect it. When grief hits us hard, having the right tool...
09/11/2025

Grief is never linear, often coming in waves and when we least expect it. When grief hits us hard, having the right tools is important for being able to healthily cope with it. ❤️

No matter where you are in your grief journey, when you feel the heaviness of grief, you can…
🔎Acknowledge the loss & let yourself feel things deeply
👥Seek support from friends, family, or caring professionals
🥗💤Make sure you are eating & sleeping, even when you don’t want to
🧘Exercise & relax to lessen stress
🤗Do activities you that bring you joy to gain some normalcy
💕And most importantly —> go at your own pace!!

🤍Grief is never linear. You might be feeling good for a while, and then it feels like it hits you out of nowhere. And that’s okay! Don’t rush the process. Let yourself grieve on the bad days. Let yourself enjoy the good days. And know that you are strong and never alone in your journey. 🫶🏼

Seek support today if you need it. ❤️
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***depreventionmonth

In honor of Su***de Prevention Month, here are some practical ways that you can support those around you who may be deal...
09/04/2025

In honor of Su***de Prevention Month, here are some practical ways that you can support those around you who may be dealing with su***de. ❤️

🤍Over 720,000 people globally die by su***de every year.
🤍Su***de is the third leading cause of death for 15-29 year olds.
🤍For every su***de there are many more people who attempt su***de.
(Via the World Health Organization)

💕These numbers are indicative a world public health problem; together, we can stop the stigma surrounding mental health issues & su***de, and we can take preventative action when someone is showing signs of wanting to take their own life.
💕Let’s spread awareness of this public health problem together and honor the friends and family we have lost. 🤍 Let’s lift up others, offer our support, and be intentional in making sure those who need it receive help.

💕If you or a loved one is struggling, call or text 988 to speak with a caring professional, or call 911 if danger is immediate. You are strong for receiving help. ❤️ Tomorrow needs you here!
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September is National Su***de Prevention Month ❤️ Let’s all make an intentional effort to spread hope to those who have ...
09/03/2025

September is National Su***de Prevention Month ❤️ Let’s all make an intentional effort to spread hope to those who have been affected by su***de.

💕If you or a loved one need help and support, reach out to someone trusted, or you can call or text 988 (the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline) to speak to a professional.

💕This is a month for us to honor those lost to su***de and their loved ones, as well as those currently struggling with suicidal ideation. Together, let’s raise awareness about su***de prevention and lift up those who feel like they have lost hope.

💕You have the strength to stay another day ❤️ Tomorrow needs you!
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The hierarchy of human needs 💕🔼What is it? 💕Maslow’s hierarchy of needs outlines the 7 basic human needs a person needs ...
08/26/2025

The hierarchy of human needs 💕

🔼What is it?
💕Maslow’s hierarchy of needs outlines the 7 basic human needs a person needs in order to reach their full potential. According to this psychological theory, the lower level needs must be met before we can progress to the higher level needs!

💕This means that…
• A person must first have their physiological needs met in order to ensure their survival, then…
•A person needs to feel safe and have security. Shelter, safety, and health are crucial to both survival and overall wellness. Once they are safe and secure…
•A person needs connection and to feel like they belong. Human connection is a vital piece of overall wellness!! Individuals thrive when they have regular human connection. Then…
•A person has self-esteem needs that need to be met. Respect, status, and freedom allows them to be confident and self-assured, another important piece of the wellness puzzle. After that…
•A person can achieve “self-actualization,” which can be defined as the determination to reach their fullest potential. Self-actualization is marked by things like creativity, a sense of higher purpose, and morality.

💕When one of the low level needs aren’t met, it becomes very difficult to get those higher level needs met also. It can be easy to forget that some people might be stuck in the bottom half of the pyramid, hindering their personal growth. Using Maslow’s hierarchy of needs can be a useful tool in understanding others’ motivations, and understanding that by addressing unmet needs, we all have the ability to shine our brightest 🤗🩷

Let us know your thoughts below 🫶🏼
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Sometimes, we just need to be seen, heard, and understood 🩷A simple acknowledgement that you understand someone else or ...
08/25/2025

Sometimes, we just need to be seen, heard, and understood 🩷

A simple acknowledgement that you understand someone else or are there to support them can make a world’s difference in their healing journey 💕

💗Why can these simple phrases be so impactful?
—> Because community is not just a want, it’s a human NEED!! Knowing that we have a support system is important when life’s difficult moments come about. To heal, we need to be seen, heard, and understood by our community.

Remember that you are not alone! ❤️
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Stopping burnout before it hits ✋🏼🙅‍♀️Keep getting burnt out or struggling to find motivation to keep moving forward? To...
08/20/2025

Stopping burnout before it hits ✋🏼🙅‍♀️

Keep getting burnt out or struggling to find motivation to keep moving forward? Today we’re sharing 5 ways you can stop burnout in its tracks before it sets it!

🏎️💨 Prevent burnout by:
😓 Identifying sources of stress
☕️ Taking regular breaks
🎯 Setting realistic goals
🤝 Seeking support
✋🏼 Creating boundaries

Getting burnt out can feel exhausting, whether it’s because of your workplace, school, or even a regular hobby. By taking these steps, you can take preventative measures and make sure that you don’t become prone to burnout. 💕 Make sure to take care of yourself! Seek support if you need it 🤗

Let us know your thoughts below 🫶🏼
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Some grounding techniques for you today 💕🌱First off, what is grounding?—> Grounding is a mental practice designed to imp...
08/18/2025

Some grounding techniques for you today 💕

🌱First off, what is grounding?
—> Grounding is a mental practice designed to improve anxiety, stress, mood, and negative emotions. It can be very helpful for those experiencing PTSD and panic attacks, too. Grounding helps you recenter and come back to the present moment by redirecting negative thoughts and engaging the senses. When you ground yourself, it helps to calm your nervous system in times of stress, as it takes resources away from your sympathetic nervous system, the system responsible for “fight or flight!”

Swipe for a couple ways you can ground yourself in moments of stress. 💕 There are many ways to ground yourself, these are just some of our favorites!

What are other techniques you use to ground yourself? 💗
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Willfulness vs Willingness — what’s the difference? 🩷🌸Willfulness & willingness are two opposite approaches to life’s ch...
08/14/2025

Willfulness vs Willingness — what’s the difference? 🩷

🌸Willfulness & willingness are two opposite approaches to life’s challenges. Whichever perspective you choose to adopt can make a huge impact on how effective you are in solving problems!

🗣️💪🏼Willfulness is a close-minded perspective that can come from a place of ego or stubbornness. Its main concern: being right or “getting your way” over effectively solving a problem. While useful in some scenarios where strength and determination is required, too much willfulness can be unhealthy and damage personal relationships.

😌☮️Willingness is an open/minded perspective where we take into account other people’s preferences in addition to ours. Its main concern: solving a problem in the most effective way possible. Willingness allows you to let go of unhealthy control and accept reality as it is, leading to greater peace and well-being!

Share this post and let us know your thoughts! 🫶🏼💕✨
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Flower Mound, TX
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