Cori Hill - “Chill Counselor”

06/19/2025

Spent this morning thinking a lot about freedom. There’s so much complexity as I think about where and for whom freedom is restricted globally and locally. We are not all free in all ways. There’s too much to think and say and write (and of course, do), but today, I just want to commit to being free in the ways I can and invite others to do the same.

Whether you are reflecting, celebrating, resting, or working, Happy Juneteenth ✊🏾

06/07/2025

Let’s talk about why therapists diversify their income — and no, it’s not just for the money.

We live in a world where our ethics, creativity, and boundaries matter. And sometimes, the 1:1 therapy model doesn’t hold everything we’re capable of offering.
From burnout prevention to reclaiming your voice, there are so many reasons to build beyond the couch.

I’ll be sharing more on this (and my own journey) during the Beyond the Couch panel on June 13 — an event (AND CEU) for therapists ready to build something sustainable, flexible, and aligned.

💬 Tag a therapist friend who needs to see this!

06/04/2025

🗣️ This one’s for the therapists!

I’ve been hearing a lot about the “summer slump”—that time when consultations slow down, cancellations go up, and income takes a hit. And let’s be real, that sting hits harder when you also planned some (unpaid) time off.

If that’s you, here’s the truth: you can’t always prevent the slump, but you can prepare for it. Whether it’s summer, the holidays, or the month you finally take for self-care, let’s get you set up now.

As a therapist, you already have skills that translate beautifully to other types of work. But you also have passions, interests, and hidden gifts that don’t always get tapped in clinical sessions—and those might be the very key to your income stability.

We’re not promising that you’ll leave this panel with a fully built side hustle or a brand-new income stream. What I do hope is that you leave feeling inspired—and empowered to start planting seeds now, so you’re not scrambling when the next slow season hits.

(And TBH: some of those seeds might actually help you fill your clinical caseload, too.)

This isn’t a panel about what you should do. It’s a conversation about what’s possible. We’re sharing our stories—how we’ve taken our passion for helping others and extended it beyond the therapy room. Still holding space. Still creating change. Just doing it in a way that keeps us well, too.

Oh, and there’s more! There are reasons to diversify that go way beyond income. I’ll be sharing those later this week.
Can’t wait? Drop a comment or slide in my DMs. ☺️

05/12/2025

Y’all, I’m still reveling in how amazing was. People really came out to “be seen in green,” celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month, and support the mission.

Over four years ago, , , and I were building while also building our practices and trying to build community as well. It was amazing to see long-time supporters and new “kinnections.”

I can’t wait until next year’s, but also am excited about what we have in store for the rest of this year. 💚🖤

If you didn’t make it but still want to support, visit kinnectwellness.org to give or reach out to learn more about other ways to help.

05/01/2025

Let’s show up for this.
Not just because it’s a cute event (it is), but because The Green Affair by is about something deeper: creating access to mental health care for the people who are usually left out of the conversation, while ensuring the healers are also paid equitably.

I’m proud to support this event through Chill Counseling and personally invite you to join us on Saturday, May 10 from 3–7 PM at the South Dallas Cultural Center for an intentional evening of connection, joy, and advocacy.

Here’s what you can expect:

Food, music, dancing, and vibes (because healing can be joyful)
A powerful mission to raise funds for 500 free therapy and wellness sessions for underserved communities
A silent auction and raffles with all proceeds going directly to support mental health access
Time to network, connect, and exhale with people who care about healing the way you do
Green is the color of Mental Health Awareness—representing hope, strength, and renewal—and we’re bringing that energy to life through this experience.

Whether you’re a therapist, a community leader, or just someone who believes in mental health equity: your presence matters. Come dressed in your best casual chic green, grab some bites, and let’s build something that lasts.

Hosted by Amber Jackson, CEO of Glitz Optical
Shoutout to our sponsors: Chill Counseling, Stamped by Tigra, MyLyfe Counseling Center, and The Dinner Co.

Tickets are on sale now—link in bio or visit www.kinnectwellness.org
Let’s make an impact, together.

04/30/2025

Therapists, let’s talk money—and not from your clients.

I’m joining an incredible panel for Beyond the Couch: Income Strategies for Thriving Therapists to share how I’ve expanded my impact and income through creative consulting, brand development, and wellness collaborations. From websites to curriculum, I’ve built a business that honors my clinical roots, my natural creativity, and my deep commitment to community.

And the rest of the panel is amazing! From experiences to retreats to books to CEUs and much more, we hope you can find a way for your purpose and passion to turn into profit (and in a way that honors your values and doesn’t depend on 1:1 counseling).

If you’ve been wondering how to grow beyond the therapy room—without burning out—this is for you.

Join us Friday, June 13 from 2–4PM CST
Presented by Revive to Thrive Wellness Center
NBCC-approved for CEUs

04/26/2025

Putting the “work” in “network” last night with the team!

As a “people collector” 🫣, it was sooo good to connect with the Chill Crew, long time friends and colleagues like (my internship bestie!), my new friends from the last mixer, and my online connections I hadn’t met IRL yet!

Looking forward to collaborating with you all!

11/22/2024

What am I up to? 👯‍♀️💓🎙️

I will share soon. In the meantime, which books on my shelf have you read?

10/10/2024

…but it doesn’t mean to be!

✨First, shoutout to the little birdie that left this in my office 🫶🏾✨

Now let’s get into it. Anxiety can definitely override your self-talk and have us considering the most irrational thoughts. However, it really just trying to do its job and protect you. Sometimes, it just gets a little carried away (I mean, y’all have seen “Inside Out 2” by now, right?)

You don’t want an alert system that goes off when the wind blows or goes off at 4:30 am (tea, shade) but you DO want to have an alert system. So how do we navigate something that feels untrustworthy and unpredictable but doesn’t seem to be going anywhere?

1. And I’ll hold your hand when I say this, we are talking about anxiety not people so don’t use thus to rationalize keeping that red flag around bookie. That’s not what I said ☺️💕

2. Listen, but don’t obey: Anxiety is bringing your attention to something; but possibly not what it seems at the surface. Take a second to breathe, assess the situation, and neutralize any actual threats.

3. Body is key: when it’s hard to control the thoughts, start in the body. When you are able to relax the body, your mind will follow. Using breathing techniques, engaging the senses, and incorporating progressive muscle relaxation are just a few accessible ways to target your nervous system directly.

4. Give anxiety a job: speaking of the nervous system, anxiety is an example of our nervous system turning up too much. In our body, it feels fast, hot, and overwhelming because it generates a lot of energy. You can redirect and release that energy into something creative, fun, or practical.

5. Be kind to yourself: Anxiety shows up because you care. Even though it doesn’t feel like it in the moment, it wants you to be happy, safe, and at peace sooo bad that it’s disrupting all that. In a way, it’s a distortion of self-love. And within any distortion, we can seek truth to turn the belief into something more accurate and helpful.

What do you think about anxiety?

06/21/2023

I have the pleasure of supervising this amazing person! If you or someone you know is looking for therapy at an affordable cost, we currently are offering $30/sessions.

Don’t sleep on these counseling student interns! They have already finished the educational component of their programs and are now earning experience hours necessary to complete their degrees.
They are recently and well-educated, eager, passionate, and also typically provide sessions at a significantly reduce rate from fully licensed therapists. AND, they still consult with a licensed therapist (supervisor) every week to make sure they are on track.

Getting to the point: you can book a free 15-minute consultation with Brandy to see if you’re a good fit. Sessions (typically $75) are just $30 through August 15th! Additionally, if you attend your free consultation by July 9th, you can lock in the special $30 rate for sessions through the end of the year.

You can check our Brandy and book your consultation through the link in our bio.

06/07/2023

Where are my EMDR folks?

Really hate when this happens.