Stephanie R. Frey Lpc-S, Lmft-S

07/07/2025

Local Resource for all those impacted by the tragedy in Central Texas.

07/04/2025

I recently took a trip to the mountains, and it ended up being more healing than I expected.
Something about getting above the noise and being quiet, small, and still reminded me just how much we all need those moments of pause.

But most of us don’t get to escape to the mountains whenever we need to process, heal, or just catch our breath. And even when we try to create space in the midst of everyday life... sometimes it’s just not enough.

If you’re carrying something heavy (grief, anxiety, a relationship wound) and your usual ways of coping aren’t working anymore, I want you to know help is available. You don’t have to keep pushing through alone. Therapy can be a space where healing actually begins: slowly, safely, and in your own time.

I’m here if you’re ready to talk. Be brave.

http://stephanierfrey.com or message me here.

07/02/2025

I believe in this quote.

Not because people don’t think self-care is important, but because they struggle to feel allowed to practice it. For a lot of clients, somewhere along the way, rest starts to feel like weakness. Boundaries start to feel like betrayal.

But survival isn’t selfish, and neither is needing a break.

To preserve your energy, your identity, and your mental health... and certainly how you show up well for others... some "me time" might be necessary.

If you’re running on empty, ask yourself today: What would it look like to honor your needs before others?

Even five minutes of care: a pause, a breath, a boundary... is a start.
You’re worth that, and more.

07/01/2025

So many people I work with are tired. Not just physically, but emotionally. Worn down by the pressure to hold everything together.

As mothers, husbands, employees, or whatever role you're in, you show up for everyone else... but rarely rest. When you do, you feel guilty. Saying "no" to something feels like letting someone down. Setting a boundary feels like a risk. But here’s the truth:

You don’t have to explain why something is too much.
You don’t have to prove you’ve earned rest.
You don’t have to feel bad for protecting your peace.

If that resonates with you, here’s something simple to try today:

Notice when your body says “no” before your mouth says “yes.”

That tension you feel is worth listening to... and maybe saying "no" is the best remedy.

06/30/2025

Movement isn’t just physical... it’s emotional. As a therapist, I often remind clients that joyful movement is one of the easiest ways to release stored tension, reconnect with your body, and reclaim presence in your day.

Walking in the park, dancing in your kitchen, or stretching between meetings. Move for the joy of it, not just the outcome. It’s not all about fitness. It’s about freedom.

✨ Reconnect with your body
✨ Reignite your mood
✨ Restore your mind

05/28/2024

Hey there! The Vitalization Wellness team is on the hunt for our next big client, and it could be YOU! If you want to see your employees healthier, happier, and more engaged at work AND have the data to prove it, we've got you covered.

We offer easy-to-take assessments and data-rich dashboards that give you a clear view of where your employees may need extra support. Plus, we have a team of professionals including personal trainers, dieticians, financial planners, counselors, and coaches ready to help. We also provide training on burnout prevention, engagement strategies, flourishing techniques, and emotional intelligence.

Head over to vitalizationwellness.com or shoot me a message directly to find out more. Let's work together to create a workplace where your team can thrive!

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12/29/2022

A happy marriage requires work, but are totally worth it! Don't give up.

If you have difficulties in your marriage, feel free to contact me at srf@stephanierfrey.com to make an appointment.

12/27/2022

Grounding techniques are a valuable coping tool for people suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

At its core, PTSD is a disorder that keeps people stuck in the past. Grounding techniques, on the other hand, help people with connect with the present.

More about grounding techniques here:

https://www.healthyplace.com/blogs/traumaptsdblog/2020/5/grounding-techniques-for-ptsd

12/25/2022

Merry Christmas to everyone! May God bless you richly throughout the year!

12/24/2022

If you want to get into the Christmas spirit, find those festive activities that you really enjoy. Share your time with the people you love, and remind yourself of rituals that make you feel happy connections.

If neuroscience can give you anything this year, let it give you the gift of oxytocin, the ‘hug hormone’ that we all feel when we feel a loving connection.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/brain-reboot/202012/the-neuroscience-feeling-christmassy

# festiveseason

Why you do and don't get emotional over the holidays?

12/22/2022

Take time to reflect on what really matters to you.

Being with people you love and care about?
Slowing down and really giving yourself a proper break?
Having a laugh and letting go a bit?
Easing up on yourself?

Take the time to slow down and really be there with them as they speak. Be fully present. Notice how it feels to simply listen, without offering advice, or an opinion, or thinking about what you’ll say next.

https://www.innermelbpsychology.com.au/coping-strategies-for-christmas/

If you need a therapist for a relationship or family guidance, feel free to contact me at srf@stephanierfrey.com

12/20/2022

We shouldn’t just focus on gift giving but also on love giving, not all the presents have to be materialistic.