Solid Ground Counseling Center

10/08/2025

Tired of the commute? Your mental wellness journey just got simpler. 💻

Take the first step toward a healthier mind without ever leaving your house! Our tele-mental health services bring licensed therapists right to your screen.

Why choose virtual care?

Ultimate Convenience: Schedule sessions around your busy life.

Comfort: Talk to a professional from your favorite chair.

Privacy: Secure, confidential video sessions.

Ready to prioritize your peace of mind? View our therapist bios here:

https://www.solidgroundmadison.com/therapistinfo/

10/01/2025

We are so thankful to have had the opportunity to sponsor the 2nd The Full Tummy Project of Athens and Limestone County Pickleball Tournament. We weren't able to be onsite this year but we are thankful to have been able to make an impact on bellies across Athens and Limestone county ❤️

Grateful to partner with organizations across our region to support other layers of wellbeing for our precious community members 🥰

09/23/2025

Last week we sponsored Hole #9 at the Fixed Wing Project Office Annual Golf Scramble, benefitting the Army Emergency Relief (AER) Fund.

Solid Ground owner Rachel Sullivan holds a special place for all things military. The AER fund is a cause directly related to mental health, due to the immense stress financial burdens tend to generate. AER provides financial support and assistance through grants and zero-interest loans to service members for unexpected life costs. You can check out their mission here: https://lnkd.in/eiYdfTv

We were thankful for Rachel's husband playing in the tournament to represent and snap a photo on the hole ⛳

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09/20/2025

This quote has been sitting with me lately.

“When you turn to something that you normally turn away from, this facilitates change.”
— Douglas G. Flemons

It reminds me of how easy it is—for all of us—to avoid the things that feel too heavy, too tangled, or too uncertain. Whether it's a conversation we keep postponing, a feeling we push down, or a memory we walk around like it’s a closed door.

And yet, this line offers such a gentle and powerful invitation:
✨ What if turning toward the thing we usually turn away from is exactly what opens space for change?

Not in a dramatic, fix-it-all-at-once kind of way—but in quiet, courageous moments. A small shift in how we relate to what hurts. A pause. A deeper breath. A willingness to stay present, just a little longer.

If something’s been showing up again and again, maybe it’s not asking to be solved—maybe it’s asking to be seen.

You don’t have to do it alone. Therapy can be a space where we turn toward things together—with care, with curiosity, and without judgment and I would love to support you!
~ Dalal

📱256-384-3796
💻dalalshahid@solidgroundmadison.com

09/18/2025

I am currently seeing that a lot of teens, ages 15 and 16, are not yet interested in obtaining their permit or driving license. When doing a bit of research, I’ve discovered that this is not just a local phenomenon. According to USA Today, approximately 75% of 16-year-olds were not driving in 2023, a significant increase from the 54% who did not have a license in the 1980s. As anxiety in teens continues to peak, it isn’t off that the statistics of teen drivers has plummeted greatly.

I’ve addressed this in my work with several clients, by identifying the root cause of where the anxiety stems from, and then making the connections of whether or not this anxiety directly affects their ability to get behind the wheel. We then come up with a few basic steps that’ll allow them to tackle this fear, but at their own pace.

~ Jasmine
📱256-203-4082
💻jasminehall@solidgroundmadison.com

09/16/2025

ICYMI!

There are just 10 days of signup left to take advantage of this incredible deal. If there is something holding you back, we encourage you to reach out to Paige today and chat!

256-202-4806

$20 COUNSELING SESSIONS!

You read it right! As our intern Paige begins to wrap up her time with us, she will be offering discounted therapy at $20 per 50 minute session, through the end of her time with us (Dec 2025).

WHY?! She is looking to expand her skills with relationships in the room, so her goal is your gain 😁

Details ~

👉 this deal *only* applies to clients who are seeking couples OR family work

👉 must be a new client, not already seeing another therapist at Solid Ground

👉 this offer is available to the first 10 people who give her a call to get started, as she does have limited space!

👉 sessions can be conducted via telehealth as appropriate, for verified residents of Alabama

👉 please mention this post so Paige knows how you found her!

For additional questions or to get started, you can give Paige a call at 256-202-4806 or send an email to paigedavis@solidgroundmadison.com

09/11/2025

Helping Heroes at Home ❤

Magdaline here! Military members, first responders, and public safety professionals face unique challenges in their fields - deployments, shift work, and exposure to trauma. All of which can place strain on even the strongest relationships.

As a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA) trained in the Gottman Method and Trauma-Informed Care, my goal is to help individuals not only recognize and repair destructive communication patterns but also understand how past experiences shape present-day dynamics. This process provides new ways of relating that feel safe, respectful, and emotionally connected.

To honor those who serve and protect, I am offering a limited number of therapy sessions, pro bono, for military members, first responders, public safety professionals, and their families. My goal is to ensure that cost is never a barrier to connection, healing, and growth. *Limited space available*

If you or someone you know could benefit, please reach out, and mention this post to get started.

📱256-519-5231
💻magdalinebraxton@solidgroundmadison.com

09/10/2025

Reminder ❤

Taking care of your mental well-being is just as important as your physical health. In a world that often demands so much from us, it's easy to forget to extend kindness to ourselves. Remember, practicing self-compassion isn't selfish; it's essential for our overall health. Prioritize moments of calm, acknowledge your feelings without judgment, and give yourself the grace you'd offer to a friend. You deserve your own kindness.

09/06/2025

Solid Ground represented at the Chamber Awards dinner last night!

Although we didn't take home an award, we had a blast, and cheering on our business friends made for such a special night!! 😁

Plus, it was fun to get a little dolled up 💁‍♀️

09/04/2025

Excited to be nominated for a Small Business Award!

Tonight, some of our team will be at the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber Awards dinner - cheering on our fellow contenders & business friends from other categories too.

As always, we are so grateful for you all trusting us with your selves & families!

09/03/2025

Every situation creates a thought. This thought can either produce a healthy cycle or a toxic one. Jasmine here ~ let's talk Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for a minute!

The cycle is the initial thought --> action --> feeling, and then it starts again.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can help shift that initial thought from negative to positive, which in turn changes the cycle and produces a healthier mindset. This is a great tool for teens and young adults!

If you’re feeling these things below, ask yourself “What are my thoughts saying?"

You suddenly feel sad, afraid, or another uncomfortable feeling.
You feel upset for a long time.
You’re having a hard time reaching your goals.

If you are interested in digging in to further understand your thoughts, you can reach me at:
📱256-203-4082

08/30/2025

$20 COUNSELING SESSIONS!

You read it right! As our intern Paige begins to wrap up her time with us, she will be offering discounted therapy at $20 per 50 minute session, through the end of her time with us (Dec 2025).

WHY?! She is looking to expand her skills with relationships in the room, so her goal is your gain 😁

Details ~

👉 this deal *only* applies to clients who are seeking couples OR family work

👉 must be a new client, not already seeing another therapist at Solid Ground

👉 this offer is available to the first 10 people who give her a call to get started, as she does have limited space!

👉 sessions can be conducted via telehealth as appropriate, for verified residents of Alabama

👉 please mention this post so Paige knows how you found her!

For additional questions or to get started, you can give Paige a call at 256-202-4806 or send an email to paigedavis@solidgroundmadison.com