Nicole Aucoin Counseling, LLC

11/21/2025

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01/15/2025

I’m intentionally focusing on what I am thankful for. Happy 2025 everyone!

10/15/2024

Thankful for the opportunity to present and attend this year’s Louisiana Counseling Association conference.

02/02/2024

I talk a lot about multiple truths coexisting and being equally true. This was shared with me this morning and I wanted to pass it along. Happy Friday! 💚

01/29/2024

Do you need help with your mental health? If you don't know where to start, this infographic may help guide you. https://go.usa.gov/xGfxz

This fact sheet presents information about how to assess your mental health and determine if you need help. It provides examples of mild and severe symptoms, as well as self-care activities and options for professional help.

01/28/2024

Working in the office brings me a sense of calmness. I strive to create an environment for my clients that feels safe and peaceful as we work towards growth & healing.

05/13/2023

Mother’s Day is a special day to celebrate the mothers in our lives and give back to them. But for many people who maybe are grieving the loss of their mom or have strained relationships with their mom, Mother’s Day can be a difficult holiday that brings painful feelings.

If you are struggling with difficult emotions related to Mother’s Day, here are some ideas on how to cope:

🌼 Give yourself permission to feel what you’re feeling: notice when you tell yourself how you “should” feel. Try to replace those thoughts with acceptance of your feelings as they come.

🌼 Express gratitude: motherhood comes in various shapes and forms. Use this day as an opportunity to thank the maternal figures and caregivers who have made a positive impact on your life.

🌼 Decide how *you* want to spend this day: if you’re dreading this holiday, you have the right to treat it like any other Sunday. You could take a break from social media, marathon your favorite comfort show, and forget what day it is. You could also share this day with a supportive friend and tell them what you’re going through. You get to decide what feels right for you.

Remember, it’s completely okay to have complex feelings related to Mother’s Day. For more resources on how to take care of yourself and support others leading up to Mother’s Day, check out our resource page at optionb.org/how-to-get-support-on-mothers-day 💙

This post was made in collaboration with Self-Care Is For Everyone 💐