Rachael Montgomery Counseling

Rachael Montgomery Counseling Counseling Mental Health Services

Love this crew
10/31/2022

Love this crew

Warm tea before bed has been a game changer for me. It’s crazy to me how much getting a good sleep routine has flipped m...
09/07/2022

Warm tea before bed has been a game changer for me. It’s crazy to me how much getting a good sleep routine has flipped my motivation and daily life. I feel more like myself. Grateful for community .

08/06/2022

"Only girls cry!" "Stop being such a wimp!" These are common messages our boys are given when they show emotions like fear and sadness. Boys are taught

You can be yourself and allow others to be themselves in safe connection ❤️
04/21/2022

You can be yourself and allow others to be themselves in safe connection ❤️

Part of the reason my kidneys hate me. Coffee and I go way back. 😜
10/30/2021

Part of the reason my kidneys hate me. Coffee and I go way back. 😜

Everyone has a perspective that they see life through. It’s impossible to see things as another person. For this reason,...
07/27/2021

Everyone has a perspective that they see life through. It’s impossible to see things as another person. For this reason, it is unhelpful and sort of dehumanizing to tell someone who is struggling with their own work that their experience is not real, or the symptoms they are experiencing are not real. Trauma may put people in irrational thought patterns, and it may be unhealthy or unhelpful. To them, in that moment, it is very real, and to say otherwise only adds salt to the wound.

Believe me, I get it, it’s really easy - when our own life is getting in the way, to unintentionally minimize, dismiss, or even rob someone of their experience, but if we want to help, to heal, we must meet people where they are.

Additionally, if you are experiencing dismissal of your own experience, that is the time to set boundaries.

How do I know if someone might be doing this?
It can be hard to tell at first, but it comes in the form of something like the following…
“ You know your symptoms aren’t real, right?”
“That’s not how it happened, you’re remembering it wrong “
“ you’re being too emotional about this, that’s not what you should be feeling “
“That’s stupid “

Other signs of someone invalidating you’re experience may come in the form of:
Feeling belittled around them.
Not being able to finish a thought, or share your experience without them interrupting or undermining what you just said, and saying things like, “of course, I would never do that” but their behavior doesn’t change.

If in doubt, trust yourself. You are the only one who knows your experience. Set boundaries where you see appropriate. Seeing a licensed professional is often helpful here too. They will be able to model healthy boundaries with you and her you navigate situations you’re unsure of in an empowering way.
You got this.

Friendly reminder. You’ve got this. Lean on your support. Ask for what you need. Be honest about where you are . 🤍
04/24/2021

Friendly reminder. You’ve got this. Lean on your support. Ask for what you need. Be honest about where you are . 🤍

Some seasons are really difficult to appreciate in the moment. And that’s okay. Still, each season has something to teac...
04/16/2021

Some seasons are really difficult to appreciate in the moment. And that’s okay. Still, each season has something to teach us❤️

Literally me lately. It’s been a rough few weeks for me. I have a drs appointment tomorrow that’s been scheduled for a m...
03/31/2021

Literally me lately. It’s been a rough few weeks for me. I have a drs appointment tomorrow that’s been scheduled for a month. I’m nervous about it. I’ve been in a pretty rough place spiritually and it’s affecting my mood. That’s annoying me.

Here’s the deal, I think we all have moments of difficulty. It’s a part of life. Friendly reminder, though, you get to feel what you feel, but you don’t get to take it out on those around you❤️

Good morning friends,Friendly reminder, you have everything you need to handle whatever today brings you🙏🏻🤗🤍
03/30/2021

Good morning friends,
Friendly reminder, you have everything you need to handle whatever today brings you🙏🏻🤗🤍

There’s room for everyone .
03/30/2021

There’s room for everyone .

Every. Time. 😂😂😂
03/26/2021

Every. Time. 😂😂😂

❤️
03/23/2021

❤️

This. Love each other. Be gentle. I am learning that I know nothing. That is both humbling and freeing. ❤️
03/20/2021

This. Love each other. Be gentle. I am learning that I know nothing. That is both humbling and freeing. ❤️

When you’re struggling with anxiety or depression symptoms, taking a shower and getting ready for your day is a great su...
03/08/2021

When you’re struggling with anxiety or depression symptoms, taking a shower and getting ready for your day is a great support. You’ll find you feel better, Even if getting yourself mentally prepared Is difficult. Do it. You’ll feel better. Promise. 💕

Address

3303 67th Street. Suite 101
Lubbock, TX
79413

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 8pm
Tuesday 5pm - 8pm
Wednesday 5pm - 8pm
Thursday 5pm - 8pm
Friday 5pm - 8pm

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