Seeds of Change Counseling & Consulting, LLC

07/27/2025

Portrait of a counselor in a three day training: training materials ✅, fun note taking supplies ✅, and for this therapist something to keep the hands busy outside of note taking which helps with attention and focus ✅. Also plenty of beverages, snacks, and sunshine breaks as available.

Did you know Licensed Professional Counselors in Missouri have to have 40 credit hours of continuing education every two years to maintain licensure? Many of us get more than that because we love learning and we are always looking for new ways to support our clients and use the most current research in our practices.

07/25/2025

This summer has been a whirlwind at the practice! Never to busy to share important updates like this from The Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health. In response to the recent FDA session that was not staffed with appropriate panelists using current accepted knowledge, SSRIs are some of the most well researched medications during pregnancy and in the postpartum period. Their use often outweighs the risk of having an untreated mood disorder. Follow this link to read more directly from the source, including important policy recommendations.

On July 21, 2025, the FDA convened an Expert Roundtable on Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) and Pregnancy. Organizations such as The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the National Curriculum in Reproductive Psychiatry (NCRP) have raised concerns about many...

04/24/2025

In honor of Autism Acceptance month our real cool friend Amy Nelson, LCSW, LSCSW, RPT-S is giving away free copies of her Ebook Every Bunny Can Learn! Thanks Amy!

🌟 BIG NEWS! 🌟

In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, my award-winning children’s book Every Bunny Can Learn: A Tail of Inclusion is FREE as an eBook from April 21–25 on Amazon! 🐰📖
✨ Let kids everywhere know: there’s more than one way to learn, and EVERY bunny belongs!
📅 Mark your calendar:
🗓️ Starts: April 21st at 12:00 AM PDT
🛑 Ends: April 25th at 11:59 PM PDT

📲 Just make sure to click "Buy Now for Free" (not Kindle Unlimited!)

🎁 Want something extra special? Grab a signed hardback collector’s edition here:
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03/11/2025

Many people express discomfort with crying. We understand! It can feel vulnerable. Check out this scientific info about the benefits of crying in regulating your nervous system.😢🥺😭🩵

03/07/2025

February felt extra Februaryish this year for us and many of our clients! There has been frequent discussions about exhaustion, anxiety, and sleep disruptions based on dark and cold days, stress related to national news, schedule disruptions due to wild weather patterns, and those weather patterns and barometric pressure shifts increasing pain and inflammation for those who are sensitive to it. If you can relate to any of this, our newest blog post on Spoon Theory might be a helpful addition to managing some of these difficult symptoms. Only 13 days until Spring!💚

Managing life with a chronic illness or mental health challenges can be overwhelming. One day, you may feel like you could conquer the world, and on another, even getting out of bed feels like an insurmountable task. Spoon theory offers a simple yet impactful way to understand and communicate your e...

03/07/2025

Curiosity instead of judgement. It can be tough, but can be connective.

03/05/2025

This Saturday at the Lee's Summit Branch of the Mid-Continent Public Library.

Note: this event is not sponsored by or associated with Seeds of Change Counseling and Consulting LLC.

Join Dr. Ram Chettiar, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, as he discusses gaining tools to foster resilience and develop confidence. Register: https://bit.ly/3EoIBht

02/26/2025

New blog post is up! This is a helpful one for parents and includes a freebie for download. 📁⬇️💚.

Have you ever tried to have your child pause their video game when its time for dinner? Tried to get a toddler to hold your hand in a parking lot when they're intent on running straight through all the traffic? Had to tell one child that a sibling just finished off the snack they're now requesting?....

02/18/2025

It’s frigid outside, but we are open and ready for warm sessions! The parking lot is passable at this time. Please use caution on slippery roads if you choose to venture out. This DOES NOT affect any sessions you have already communicated with your therapist about as transitioning to telehealth. If you would like to move a session to telehealth today please contact your therapist directly.

02/16/2025

We knew the groundhog saw it's shadow, and this coming week is definitely looking wintry! As a reminder, we don't automatically close if local school districts are not in session. Look for communication from your therapist in the event of any winter weather related changes, or feel free to reach out to your therapist directly to communicate any special needs. Stay safe and warm 🌨☃️

02/10/2025

The celebration of play therapy week is over, but Cara missed getting her photo in! Play has been such an important part of her personal and professional life, and she couldn't miss out on sharing the love 💚

02/07/2025

Krista, celebrating International Play Therapy week, knows that kids communicate differently than adults, and deserve therapy options that take this into account! 🌱 💜