Kenosis Counseling Center

04/17/2026

Finally, here's a group photo of Kenosis team members + friends from the award ceremony!

04/17/2026

Here is Christine's acceptance speech for the Aspire Johnson County 2026 Business Success Award.

04/17/2026

We're honored to share that we won Aspire Johnson County's 2026 Business Success Award! This is a great accomplishment for us and much appreciated recognition for our 25 years of serving Johnson County. 🥰 Here is Kenosis owner Christine Turo-Shields accepting her award! (part 2 coming soon)

04/13/2026

What does it mean to truly love someone? It's about giving them your undivided attention. This concept of 'attentional time is love' has really resonated. It's a simple yet profound reminder of how we connect with those we care about.

04/12/2026

Ever feel like your partner isn't listening? It often boils down to expecting mind-reading. She feels unheard, he feels unfairly punished for listening literally. Understanding this disconnect is key to better communication.

04/11/2026

Learn the 5 Love Languages: words of affirmation, quality time, gifts, physical touch, and acts of service. Understanding your partner's needs is key to a strong relationship, even if it's not your natural style.

04/10/2026

Communication breakdowns happen easily. But what if actively listening could change everything? Practice it by asking: 'Did they understand me?' This simple step forces attention, revealing hidden reactions and fostering genuine connection. Learn to truly hear and be heard.

04/10/2026

Kenosis owner Christine Turo-Shields will be presenting at this year's Gift-a-Palooza virtual summit on Saturday, April 25th! Her presentation "Calming the Calamities" will instruct families of gifted children on how to constructively manage emotional intensity while also encouraging and supporting your child's continued growth.

Gift-a-Palooza is an annual summit dedicated to helping individuals and families in the gifted and multi-exceptional community move from a place of surviving to thriving, by coming together to share and explore their experiences, challenges and joys. It's a great event for families, educators, health professionals, and anyone who cares about the health and well-being of gifted and neurodivergent individuals. 💝

Register here to join the live event and get access to event recordings: https://www.tetraprime.consulting/r/cTL

Join us April 24-25, 2026 for our 5th annual Gift-a-Palooza: Virtual Summit on Giftedness and Neurodiversity!

04/09/2026

Discover the 5 Love Languages: Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Tangible Gifts, Physical Touch, and Acts of Service. Knowing your partner's primary love language is key to a strong relationship. Acts of service and quality time are powerful ways to show love and sacrifice.

04/08/2026

Big news! Kenosis is a finalist for Aspire Johnson County's 2026 "Business Success Award"! Aspire is the local economic development organization for Johnson County which works to attract, retain, and expand businesses in the county. The Business Success Award is given to organizations that significantly contribute to the economic growth of Johnson County.

We'll have to wait until April 16th to see if we've won at the Celebrate Aspire luncheon! We will be sure to let you know. 😊

While you wait, you can read about the Business Success Award finalists in this article from the Daily Journal: https://www.tetraprime.consulting/r/dJ3

04/07/2026

We often give what we most want, assuming our partners do too. But what if their needs are different? Learning to be direct about what you need, not just what you *think* they need, can transform relationships. It's about clear communication, not mind-reading.

04/06/2026

Expecting different results from the same actions is the definition of insanity. If your approach hasn't worked 100 times, it might be time to try something else entirely. Direct communication is key, but it costs more for some. Finding that balance makes all the difference.