Anna Thames Counseling PLLC

11/04/2025

🍂 What Is Seasonal Depression?
If you’ve ever noticed your mood dip when the days get darker and colder, you’re not alone.

Seasonal Depression — also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) — is a type of depression that typically begins in late fall and eases in spring. Reduced sunlight disrupts the brain chemicals and body rhythms that help us feel balanced and energized.

Here’s how SAD can affect your mind, body, and emotions 👇

🧠 Mind
• Harder to concentrate
• Slower thinking
• More negative self-talk
• Difficulty making decisions

💪 Body
• Low energy + increased fatigue
• Oversleeping
• Craving carbs/sweets
• “Heaviness” in the arms/legs
• More headaches or muscle tension

💛 Emotions
• Persistent sadness
• Loss of interest in activities
• Irritability
• Hopelessness
• Pulling away from others

The good news? Seasonal depression is real, common, and treatable.
Tools like light therapy, building routine, movement, sleep support, and talking with a therapist can help you feel more like yourself again.

If winter is tough for you, you’re not weak — your brain is responding to the season. And support is available. 🌤️
You don’t have to go through it alone.

10/29/2025

https://www.annathamescounseling.com/blog/the-silent-struggle-why-moms-are-drowning-in-guilt-and-what-we-can-do-about-it

09/29/2025

Google searches for “therapy” have surged—up nearly 70% since 2004—showing more people than ever are reaching out for mental health support. Behind this rise are millions of daily interactions that quietly erode confidence and emotional wellbeing.

Family members, romantic partners, bosses, and coworkers often use subtle communication tactics—sometimes consciously, sometimes without realizing—that leave you second-guessing yourself. Two of the most common patterns, deflection and minimizing, are major drivers of the confusion, exhaustion, and self-doubt that push people to look for therapy.

https://www.annathamescounseling.com/blog/why-therapy-searches-are-surging-recognizing-deflection-and-minimizing-in-relationships

Family members, romantic partners, bosses, and coworkers often use subtle communication tactics—sometimes consciously, sometimes without realizing—that leave you second-guessing yourself. Two of the most common patterns, deflection and minimizing, are major drivers of the confusion, exhaustion, ...

09/10/2025

🕯 Every 40 seconds, someone across the globe dies by su***de—over 720,000 lives lost each year .
💔 Su***de isn’t inevitable. Most who reach out for help go on to live. You can be part of the reason someone chooses hope.

Know the Lifeline:
📞 If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 ANYTIME. It’s free, confidential, and available 24/7 in the U.S.—just like 911 for mental health support .

How to help a loved one:
• Listen with an open heart, without judgment.
• Ask directly, “Are you thinking about su***de?” It’s okay to talk about it openly. Talking does not put the idea in someone’s mind—it can save a life .
• Encourage them to reach out for professional help—or offer to call 988 with them.
• Stay connected—check in often, and let them know they’re not alone.

Together, we can shift from silence and stigma to compassion and action. Let’s raise awareness, share this message, and change the narrative.
***dePreventionDay

09/09/2025

Moms are superheroes. 🦸‍♀️ They juggle endless roles, love fiercely, and give their all every day. But even superheroes need saving sometimes. 💝

Because strong doesn’t mean going through it alone. Therapy provides a safe space for moms to rest, reflect, and receive the support they deserve! 💐

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09/08/2025

09/07/2025

🌸 Happy Grandparents Day! 🌸

Anyone who knows me and my story knows that my grandparents are a special part of it. Their support, modeling, encouragement, and love have deeply shaped who I am today. While they’re only one piece of my journey, their role is one I will always hold with gratitude.

So today, I want to pause and say a heartfelt Happy Grandparents Day! 💕 To all the grandparents out there—thank you for the wisdom you share, the love you give, and the legacy you leave in the lives of your families and communities.

With gratitude,
Anna Thames Counseling

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09/04/2025

This September, during National Su***de Prevention Month, we are reminded of the importance of breaking the silence. 💙

It’s OK to talk about su***de! Conversations save lives — and resources like therapy can provide a safe space for healing and support.

At Anna Thames Counseling, we believe therapy is always an option. Choosing to seek help is a powerful step toward strength, resilience, and recovery.

Let’s work together to reduce stigma, encourage openness, and create communities of compassion💙
👉 If you or someone you know is struggling, please call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

09/04/2025

🍎✨ Back-to-school isn’t just about new supplies—it’s about caring for YOU too. ✨📚

👩‍🏫Teachers: Between lesson plans, classroom stress, and the endless “to-dos,” it’s easy to put your own well-being last. But you deserve the same care you give every single day💛

🧑‍🧑‍🧒 Parents: Between homework help, busy schedules, and endless responsibilities, it’s easy to feel stretched thin. You deserve a space that’s just for you—to breathe, reset, and focus on your own well-being. 🌿

💻 Virtual & 🏡 In-person sessions available
🌿 New client openings now at Anna Thames Counseling

09/02/2025

💙 You are not alone.
💙You are not a burden.
💙Your story matters.

At our practice, we know that pain can feel heavy and isolating — but healing becomes lighter when it’s shared. Therapy provides a safe, compassionate space to explore those feelings, to find hope, and to remember that even the darkest nights don’t last forever.

🫂 If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out. Support is here.
📞 If you’re in crisis, please call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

✨ Healing is possible. We’re here to walk with you.
***depreventionmonth

09/01/2025

To the teachers, first responders, caregivers, small-business owners, parents, and every neighbor who shows up daily—thank you.
Your effort matters more than you know. Wishing you a peaceful Labor Day filled with rest and renewal. 💛

08/27/2025

✨Your mental health matters just as much as your physical health✨

Feeling “off” doesn’t always look like sadness. Sometimes it’s:
👉 Smiling but exhausted inside
👉 Snapping at people you love
👉 Overthinking every little thing
👉 Feeling “blah” even when nothing is wrong

Here’s the truth: you don’t have to figure it out alone. Therapy isn’t about “fixing” you—it’s about supporting you, giving you tools, and helping you reconnect with the best version of yourself. 💛

🌱 Whether you’re navigating anxiety, stress, relationships, or just want a safe space to breathe and be, we’re here.