Ellie Mental Health - Mckinney, TX

08/11/2025

Struggling to set boundaries without feeling like the bad guy?

This podcast episode is for anyone who's ever struggled to say no, felt drained by unclear expectations, or wondered how to protect their peace without burning bridges.

Therapists Miranda Barker, LICSW, Letisha Harris, MA and Madison Wozniak, LCSW have an honest, practical conversation inspired by the book "Set Boundaries, Find Peace" by Nedra Glover Tawwab.

We explore:
🔹 What healthy boundaries actually look like in real life
🔹 How trauma and guilt can make boundary-setting harder
🔹 The difference between time, material, emotional, and internal boundaries
🔹 How we've grown (and stumbled) through boundary work ourselves

Whether you’re a therapist, a client, or just someone navigating the messiness of relationships, this episode offers tools and takeaways you can use right away. Here's the link to the episode on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/07cgH1wdmbfORDCfHiT0Bp?si=73TM0KZzQlSqSCGyreN-lg

Let us know what you think of this episode in the comments! ⬇

08/08/2025

Big emotions in little bodies can feel overwhelming-- for them and for us. Here’s how to respond without losing your cool. 💥➡️💞

08/05/2025

Back-to-school season is here and for many families, so is back-to-school anxiety.

Whether it’s the fear of new routines, separation from parents, or social pressure, the transition can bring up gigantic feelings for kids of all ages.

In this blog, therapist Miranda Barker, LICSW shares:
✅ Common signs of back-to-school anxiety in kids and teens
✅ Practical tools and coping strategies to try at home and in the classroom
✅ Book recommendations to support emotional wellness
✅ Simple morning and evening routines to ease transitions
✅ When it might be time to seek additional support

Let’s normalize school jitters and empower our kids with the tools they need to thrive (not just survive) the school year. 🍎🎒

📖 Read the full blog here:
https://elliementalhealth.com/calming-first-day-fears-a-parents-guide-to-back-to-school-anxiety/

Help kids conquer back-to-school anxiety with practical tips, calming routines, and coping strategies for a smooth transition.

07/30/2025

Today, on , we hold space for the losses that changed us— the ones we speak of often and the ones we carry quietly.

Whether your grief is fresh or decades old, visible or invisible, your pain is real. We're thinking of you today.

Here are some tips and book recommendations from one of our therapists for helping kids navigate grief and loss.

06/19/2025

Mental health and liberation go hand in hand: We are greatly influenced by our environment, our experiences, and our ability to live freely and safely as our full selves.

As we reflect on this day, may we continue to celebrate Black joy, amplify Black voices, and advocate for systems that support true healing and freedom for all. 🖤❤️💚

06/15/2025

Happy Father’s Day from all of us at Ellie!

Today we honor all the dads and father figures. Whether you're a dad, missing a dad, becoming one, or navigating a complicated relationship with today, we're thinking of you today.

We appreciate you.

06/04/2025

Opening up can be hard. We get it.

Step one: Be somewhere you feel comfortable. That’s why we match you with the right therapist and we offer virtual AND in-person options. 🛋️ ↔️ 💻

❓Have questions about the therapy process? Drop them below or shoot us a message!

06/01/2025

Happy Pride Month from all of us here at Ellie! 🏳️‍🌈

We celebrate love, identity, authenticity, and the courage it takes to live your truth. To our LGBTQIA+ clients, community, and allies: we see you, we support you, and we’re proud to stand with you.

Your mental health matters. Your story matters. You matter. 💛

05/28/2025

Listen, we're not always going to say the right things... but here's some tips to point you in the right direction.

Remember: showing up and being there for your loved one is the most important thing you can do. ➡ Swipe through our lil' guide on what to say and what-not-to-say to someone dealing with anxious thoughts.

05/27/2025

Spring is all about renewal, and sometimes that means releasing the things that hold us back. 🌻 What habits are you letting go of?