Reflections Professional Counseling

01/24/2022

Viktor Frankl’s book/memoir ‘Man’s Search for Meaning’ is a remarkable testament to resilience and healing. This quote of his is profound - our initial reaction to experiences is out of our conscious control. Our *response*, however, is not.

09/09/2021

We’ve moved! Looking for mental health services in the Mid-Michigan area? We are now located at 706 Ashman St. in Midland, right across from Live Oak Coffeehouse.

04/22/2020

This is not original to me; the original poster (Jennifer Yaeger, LPC) should be credited. However, I am a trauma specialist; and this information is accurate. Please - be kind and gentle with yourself and others during these challenging times. This is all new territory for everyone; and we are all just doing the best we can. ❤️

03/16/2020

I know a lot of people are struggling with worry and anxiety right now; so I thought I would share some of the apps that I love to recommend to my clients.

Woebot - an interactive robot that teaches you skills like mindfulness and CBT to manage emotions.

Clear Fear - techniques for managing worries, fear, and anxiety.

Happify - Guided meditation, CBT skills, and positive psychology interventions.

Reflectly - very simple, quick journaling app

Stop, Breathe, Think - Great app for mindfulness, guided meditation, and breathing. There’s a great kids’ version, too!

Headspace - Another great mindfulness app; probably the most recommended, but If I remember right, not much of it is free.

Down Dog - Yoga for the whole family

Daylio - Another wonderful journaling/diary app

TappingSolution - Teaches EFT; or “tapping”, a simple way of quickly managing negative emotions and worries.

Hope this helps!

As always, if your feelings become overwhelming; or you are having thoughts of hurting yourself or others, please reach out to a professional.

03/15/2020

If you are experiencing anxiety over the coronavirus; a counselor/therapist can help you. Many counselors, including myself, are offering telehealth services during this outbreak; so you can receive the help you need from the comfort of your own home.

03/13/2020

https://www.practiceofthepractice.com/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-coronavirus-covid-19/

How to talk to your kids about coronavirus (COVID-19)? How to help them do well and not go crazy while they are home? Best approaches to coronavirus with kids.

03/13/2020

I understand that a lot of people are extremely worried about everything we are seeing in the news related to coronavirus. Some of my clients are expressing concerns about the risk of coming to counseling; or what will happen if there are closures/quarantines and they cannot get to their appointment.

I am taking these concerns very seriously; and am disinfecting the office regularly. If clients are sick, they are encouraged to stay home; and if needed or desired, I have gotten set-up with a platform to do teletherapy.

During these times of high stress; self-care is extra important. Please give yourself and others grace, take time away from the news and your phone periodically, and engage in activities that are fulfilling.

02/11/2020

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