Authentic Counseling & Therapy, PLLC

04/09/2026

Here is our mission. Authentic is ready to provide a safe space for you and your healing today. To read more or start a therapy journey, visit our site at www.authenticpllc.com!

04/03/2026

Maybe you've been hearing a lot about Ketamine in therapy and have been wanting to find out more. Check out our blog and give us a call to ask any questions you have!

https://www.authenticpllc.com/post/ketamine-and-therapy-frequently-asked-questions

04/03/2026

Sexual Assault Awareness Month is here. This can be a difficult time for many, but also a time where education and awareness can increase support. Read a bit about sexual assault's impact on psychological well-being here. To start your therapy journey, visit our site.

03/26/2026

Nothing beats connection and community. Rachel is ready to host free Women's Group meetings on various topics every Tuesday, but we need to know if you're interested. If so, please fill out this form so that we know who is interested and when they are available: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUMIHpQrtOmfgbyDFzckuy-1LbmHMhEX_dKzwgXRLhnNNeTA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=117352575859454568722
We look forward to seeing you soon!

03/20/2026

Performance anxiety can be draining and demoralizing. But, it is not rare or beyond help! Read more about performance anxiety here. If you’d like, visit our website to learn more about how to start your therapy journey today.

03/16/2026

Exciting news over at Authentic Counseling and Therapy! Rachel is offering a FREE women's group. Fill out this google drive to be contacted with more follow up information. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUMIHpQrtOmfgbyDFzckuy-1LbmHMhEX_dKzwgXRLhnNNeTA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=117352575859454568722

03/12/2026

Earlier this month was National Read Across America Day! Reading can have a variety of mental health benefits. There is even an emerging form of therapy involving reading known as Bibliotherapy. Soon, we will share some book recommendations from our staff. But first, we want to hear from you! What is your favorite book?

03/06/2026

POV: a cutie sewing project for kids.
Therapist POV: a hands on way to introduce frustration threshold to a client.
Frustration tolerance changes from person to person and an individual’s frustration tolerance can change throughout a day. Raising a persons self awareness and practicing skills to regulate can make a person more resilient to stressors and fun dino art projects help too 🦕🦖

03/04/2026

The dangers of screen time are complicated and hard to tackle in a small post, but this can provide a base of understanding! Additionally, it is important to note that people, especially children, with ADHD are more susceptible to the harms of too much screen time. Read our post to learn more!

03/03/2026

https://www.authenticpllc.com/post/your-first-appointment-what-to-expect

Our latest blog let's you know what to expect from a first session in therapy. It's provides helpful guidance if you have been curious about therapy, but apprehensive because you don't know what to expect.

By Nicole HouckTherapy can be daunting, especially if you are just starting out. If you’re looking to start a therapy journey, but don’t know what to expect, don’t worry! Let’s explore what the first session typically looks like together. The “Intake Interview”The main thing you should k...

02/18/2026

Good news, Authentic community! We have two new counselors excited to work with you. Please read what counseling intern Lark Steward and therapist Beth Ontrop have to say about counseling. If you’re interested in learning more, you can contact them via their included emails or phone numbers. Starting a therapy journey can be daunting, but we are here to support you. Visit our website today at authenticpllc.com!

02/12/2026

February is a month full of love and relation. It is so important that we don’t forget a very important person in all of our lives that deserves love: ourselves! Use these journal prompts or just free-write about things you love about yourself. Spend some time on you!