Foundations Counseling

10/16/2025

Self-harm is often misunderstood — it’s not about “attention” or “drama.”
It’s usually a sign of emotional overwhelm, where pain feels too big to hold.
Therapy can help uncover what’s beneath the behavior and build safer ways to cope.
If you or someone you love is struggling, reach out. You deserve care and understanding, not shame.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please contact the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline for immediate support.

10/15/2025

It’s normal to hesitate — even in therapy.
Avoidance often shows up when something feels too painful, uncertain, or vulnerable.

Here are a few ways to start the conversation:
💬 “There’s something I’ve been wanting to talk about, but it feels hard to say.”
💬 “I’m not sure how to bring this up, but it’s been on my mind.”
💬 “Can we talk about something I’ve been avoiding?”

You don’t have to have the perfect words.
Your therapist’s role is to create a space where you can explore safely — even the things that feel uncomfortable.

Avoidance can be a sign of where the healing is needed most.
When you bring it up, you open the door to relief, insight, and growth!

10/14/2025

Its OCD Awareness Week, and we’re here to remind you: OCD is not your fault, and you don’t have to face it in silence.
🔍 OCD shows up in different ways—intrusive thoughts, unwanted images, repeated checking, mental rituals, or avoidance.
🤝 You are not your thoughts. With support and skilled care, people with OCD can find relief, confidence, and freedom.

10/10/2025

🍂 Fall is more than a season — it’s an invitation to slow down, tune in, and harvest calm. In our newest blog post, we share simple mindfulness practices (like mindful walks, sensory grounding, breathing, and mindful eating) you can bring into your daily life to reduce stress and deepen presence.

Click the link to read the full post: Harvesting Calm: Mindfulness Practices for the Fall Season

Harvesting Calm: Mindfulness Practices for the Fall Season October 8, 2025 As the vibrant greens of summer slowly yield to the warm golds and fiery reds of autumn, October ushers in a season of profound transformation. Here in Allen, Texas, we feel the gentle shift in the air, a subtle invitation to...

10/10/2025

Today — and every day — your mental health matters. 💙
World Mental Health Day 2025 is a call to remember that care, compassion, and access to support are rights, not privileges.

10/08/2025

If you find yourself constantly needing to know what’s next — replaying conversations, planning every detail, or googling “just to be sure” — you’re not alone!
Anxiety craves control because uncertainty feels unsafe. In therapy, we work on helping you build tolerance for the unknown and find calm even when things feel uncertain.

10/07/2025

Your body keeps the score — literally. 🧠💫
Stress and anxiety can show up as physical tension, pain, or exhaustion. The good news? With awareness, mindfulness, and support, you can learn to calm both your mind and body.
At Foundations Counseling, we help clients reconnect with their bodies and find relief that lasts!

10/02/2025

What does emotional wellness really mean? 💭
Many people think it’s about being happy all the time, but true emotional wellness is about resilience, balance, and having the tools to care for yourself in life’s ups and downs.

Check out our latest blog post to learn why emotional wellness matters — and how therapy can support you in building it.

10/02/2025

Safe in your mind. Steady in your body. Free to be yourself.
That’s what healing can feel like — not perfect, not linear, but possible.
It begins with safety — not just around you, but within you.
A calm mind. A grounded body. A sense that you no longer have to shrink or hide.
At our practice, we believe that true healing starts with creating safety — both internally and externally.
You are not too much.
You are not broken.
You are worthy of every step forward.
We’re here to walk with you!

10/01/2025

Labeling your emotions and why it works:
✨ It activates the part of the brain that helps you think clearly
✨ It lowers reactivity in the nervous system
✨ It creates space between you and the feeling

09/30/2025

When our nervous system senses danger—whether real or perceived—it responds to protect us. These automatic reactions are known as the 4 trauma responses: fight, flight, freeze, and fawn.

None of these responses mean you’re “broken.” They’re survival strategies your body learned to keep you safe. With awareness and support, you can learn new ways to feel safe, connected, and in control.

Which response feels most familiar to you?