Kenosis Counseling Center

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! We wish you a wonderful day with those you love and appreciate most! 🦃🍂

11/24/2025

Here's a personal message from Kenosis owner Christine Turo-Shields regarding a coaching retreat she went on over the summer:

"Three months ago (in mid- August), I embarked on a journey…a coaching immersive with Valerie Black, an executive/life/business/health coach.

I arrived with a solitary vision…in this next decade of my professional career, I desire to expand my territory (like Jabez) with more photojournalism, writing, presentations and even a future podcast.

With Valerie’s guidance & in the serenity of Puget Sound, I became laser focused…upon my return home, I submitted an article, “A Walk with Grief” to the National Catholic Reporter on August 25th…on September 13th, I learned it was accepted & will be published in the Soul Seeing column in February 2026‼️

So grateful to Valerie for providing the space to tap my creativity without distraction for 3.5 glorious days…her presence & guidance as well as my time on the Sound was nothing short of lovely 🌊☀️🦅

For anyone desiring to get away in order to get focused…I highly recommend Valerie‼️"

11/21/2025

The language people use impacts their attitude. Using fair and accurate language can shift self-perception. Instead of saying, "I need to," try, "I want to." Change negative self-talk to positive affirmations. How do you use fair language?

11/19/2025

November is National Family Caregivers Month, and we wanted to take a moment to speak to the unique challenges faced by caregivers.

Most caregivers have no prior experience or preparation taking care of a loved one, and they are thrown into the position out of necessity, love, and a sense of responsibility. It’s a scary and challenging situation to be in, not least because it can bring complicated feelings of resentment, self-pity, and guilt. 😰

Kenosis owner Christine Turo-Shields has many years of experience working with caregivers in both individual and group counseling settings. In the following post from our blog, she shares her insights on caregiver mental health and advice for struggles that many caregivers face. 💝

Read the blog here: https://kenosiscenter.com/hope-and-encouragement-for-family-caregivers/

Christine shares her insights on caregiver's mental health, common struggles, and advice for family caregivers in this article.

11/14/2025

Life is about how one handles plan B, and when that doesn't work, there's always plan C, D, and beyond! There are 50 options with the English and Greek alphabets. It's about teaching flexibility and adaptability. If something doesn't happen, it's not the end. Have you ever felt this way?

11/11/2025

Happy Veteran's Day! 🇺🇸🫡⭐Do you know how to show your support and gratitude to uniformed service members you may see in public? One good way is to actively educate yourself on the challenges faced by military families during various phases of deployment.

If you'd like to learn more about that, you can read this blog post we wrote a few years back with Norma Chitwood, Army Retired Sergeant Major turned Military One Source Provider at Kenosis: https://kenosiscenter.com/how-to-thank-uniformed-veterans-for-their-service-retired-sgt-major-norma-chitwood-explains

What’s the best way to thank a uniformed soldier or veteran? Is it best to remain quiet when you see a uniformed serviceperson in public?

11/10/2025

We recently received this wonderful review on Google! 🤩 Have you received counseling services from Kenosis in the past? Leave us a review on Google, Yelp, or any of our social media accounts. 👍

11/07/2025

Heightened emotions can lead to anxiety and relationship conflicts as individuals struggle to manage overwhelming feelings and existential angst. Like a saturated sponge, learning to 'wring out' emotions through self-regulation is key. Have you felt this way?

11/05/2025

Share this post with someone who needs a reminder that even hardships can be a source of faith.💝

10/31/2025

Individuals can change their mental state. If a song they hate comes on, they change the channel. The same approach works for negative thought patterns: shift focus away from worry and distress. Choose what gets magnified in the brain. Have you tried this approach? Tag a friend who needs to hear this!

10/29/2025

October is National Depression Awareness Month, and one of the most debilitating aspects of depression is the feeling of hopelessness it can often cause. It’s critical that individuals who suffer from depression remember that it is possible to fill their futures with positive experiences.

Last year, we spoke with country music singer Tyler Truth about his own struggles with depression and how he has found positive outlets for his mental health. Tyler’s story provides an inspiring example of how you can take your most challenging moments and transform them into something beautiful. 🦋

You can read more in this post from our blog: https://kenosiscenter.com/pushing-through-mental-health-challenges/

Rising country music star openly shares his story of overcoming mental health challenges and how those experiences shaped his music career.

10/27/2025

This week’s book recommendation is for anyone who may be struggling with damaged trust in their marriage or romantic relationship. Written by acclaimed love and relationship researcher Dr. John Gottman, “What Makes Love Last? How to Build Trust and Avoid Betrayal” can help you understand where trust comes from, what broken trust looks like, and how couples can work together to rebuild trust.❤️‍🩹

The book draws insights from thousands of couples who have received counseling from the Gottman Institute, distilling lessons into practical steps that any couple can take together. If you’re hoping to spot signs of infidelity, repair emotional damage from relationship mistakes, or simply keep your relationship strong and healthy, this book can help.

Click here to purchase: https://www.gottman.com/product/what-makes-love-last/