Counseling in the Holler, LLC

02/02/2026

door to understanding, support, and hope.

Let’s keep the conversation going and remind each other that no one has to struggle in silence. 💚

02/01/2026

Reaching out isn’t a sign of weakness, it’s a sign of courage and self-awareness.

True strength comes from knowing when to lean on others. You don’t have to do it alone. 💚

02/01/2026

Struggling doesn’t mean you aren’t trying hard enough, your body and mind can react in ways beyond your control.

Be gentle with yourself and recognize that healing involves more than just willpower. 💙

01/31/2026

Everyone’s mental health journey is unique. There’s no deadline for healing or “moving on.”

Give yourself permission to heal at your own pace, and remember: progress isn’t always linear. 💚

01/30/2026

Therapy Myth #1 🚫
“If I rest, I’m lazy.”

Truth:
Rest is a biological need, not a reward you earn by doing enough.

Your nervous system needs rest to regulate, recover, and function. Pushing through exhaustion doesn’t build resilience, it often leads to burnout.

Rest isn’t quitting.
It’s maintenance.

01/20/2026

Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy of courage, justice, and compassion.

Dr. King reminded us that true change begins not only in systems, but in hearts, in how we care for one another, how we listen, and how we show up for our communities.

At Counseling in the Holler, LLC, we believe mental health care is part of that work.
Access. Dignity. Healing. Equity.
These aren’t just ideals, they’re necessities.

May today be a reminder to lead with empathy, speak with intention, and keep building a world where everyone has space to heal and be heard.

01/12/2026

This week’s reminder:

Healing doesn’t have to be loud, dramatic, or rushed.

Sometimes it looks like:
– noticing your stress before it hits a breaking point
– choosing rest instead of pushing through
– asking for support instead of carrying it alone

Therapy isn’t about fixing who you are.
It’s about creating space to understand yourself, feel steadier, and move forward in ways that actually fit your life.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just tired, you’re not behind, you’re human.

Reflection for the week:
🌀 What is one small thing my body or mind has been asking for that I’ve been ignoring and how can I respond with a little more compassion?

✨ Ain’t no healing like a holler-healing

01/02/2026

Today marks one year since Counseling in the Holler, LLC officially opened......and it still catches me off guard to say that out loud.

A year ago, I stepped into something I’d been dreaming about for a long time and honestly, something that scared me just as much. I didn’t have every detail mapped out, but I knew I wanted to build something honest, accessible, and rooted in care for my community.

This first year has been full of growth, learning as I go, stretching myself, celebrating the wins (big and small), and figuring things out one step at a time. It’s been about creating a space that feels real, welcoming, and aligned with my values.

I’m incredibly thankful for every person who’s shown support along the way, whether you trusted me with your story, shared a post, sent encouragement, or believed in this vision from the start.

As I head into year two, I’m excited to keep growing, expanding services, and turning those big ideas into real support for folks who need it, at a steady, intentional pace.

One year of Counseling in the Holler down.
And we’re just getting started.

12/31/2025

Beyond New Year’s Resolutions

Every January, we feel that fresh-start energy and then wonder why it fades so fast.

This year, I’ve been sitting with that question myself.

As the year wraps up, I’ve been doing some honest reflecting. There was a lot of good this year, growth, gratitude, and moments I’m really proud of. There were also places where stress and negativity took up more space than they needed to. I’m not judging that. I’m just noticing it.

One thing this year asked of me was courage. I finally did the thing I’d been scared to do for a long time: I started my own private practice. Some days, I still can’t believe I actually did that.

Here’s what I’m learning, both personally and as a therapist:

🌟It’s not a lack of willpower that makes change hard. It’s that rigid, all-or-nothing resolutions don’t hold up when real life shows up.

🌟Research and lived experience both tell us that intentions work better than pressure. Intentions offer direction without demanding perfection.

So instead of resolutions, I’m choosing this:
• Intentions over perfection
• Focusing on what I’m moving toward, not what I’m trying to avoid
• Gentle structure (like simple if–then plans) instead of burnout
• Self-compassion over self-criticism

My word for the year is Steady.
Not rushed. Not burned out. Just grounded, intentional growth, for myself and for Counseling in the Holler, LLC.

Growth doesn’t require starting over every time you stumble.
It just asks you to keep steering back toward what matters.

I shared more about this shift in a new blog post if you’d like to read along:
👉 www.hollercounseling.com/blog/beyond-new-years-resolutions-how-intentions-create-change-that-actually-lasts

Ain’t no healing like a Holler-Healing 💜

Every January, many of us feel a powerful surge of motivation, a sense that this is finally the moment things will change. We call this the fresh-start effect, and it’s very real. Unfortunately, so is the disappointment that often follows. Traditional New Year’s resolutions rely on rigid rules a...

12/31/2025

✨ As the year comes to an end and a new one approaches… ✨

This season often brings reflection, change, and sometimes a lot of emotional weight. As you’re thinking about goals, transitions, and what you want the next year to look like, remember this: your mental health matters.

At Counseling in the Holler, LLC, my goal is to make quality, compassionate mental health care accessible and affordable. I understand that therapy can feel financially overwhelming, and cost should never be the reason someone goes without support.

That’s why I accept a wide range of insurance plans, including Medicaid, Medicare, EAPs, and many commercial providers.

💜 You deserve support.
💜 You deserve care that meets you where you are.
💜 And you don’t have to navigate it alone.

If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy in the new year or continuing the work you’ve already begun, reach out and let’s talk about your options.

Ain’t no healing like a Holler-Healing.

📞 (606) 658-0710
🌐 www.hollercounseling.com
📧 info-support@hollercounseling.com

12/21/2025

🎉 Some exciting news!! 🎉

I am now accepting Aetna Medicaid for therapy services!

This is a big step toward making mental health care more accessible for our community. If you’ve been wanting support but insurance was a barrier, help may be more within reach now.

✨ Telehealth sessions
✨ Compassionate, judgment-free care
✨ Serving clients across Kentucky

If you or someone you love has been thinking about starting therapy, now’s a great time to reach out.

Ain’t no healing like a Holler-Healing!

12/21/2025

Coping Skills You Can Try Today

The holidays can be joyful and overwhelming. If your nervous system feels a little frazzled, you’re not doing anything wrong, your body may just be asking for some care.

These simple, festive coping skills are like little gifts you can unwrap anytime you need a moment of calm:
🫂 Cozy Hug (Butterfly Hug)
❄️ Snowflake Cool-Down
🎄 Ornament of Joy
🔔 Jingle Bell Shake

You don’t have to use all of them, even one small pause can help your body feel safer and more grounded.

If the season feels heavy, support is available. You don’t have to carry it alone.
🖥️ Online counseling across Kentucky

✨ Ain’t no healing like a Holler-Healing ✨

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