Samantha Hosea, LPC at Gentle Waters Counseling

04/08/2026

Sitting with emotions

02/27/2026

DBT Skills. Module - Distress Tolerance.
Skill : Radical Acceptance.

When we push against reality we turn ordinary upset/sadness/discontent into long term suffering and misery.
We don't have to like the reality, we do need to accept it.

02/07/2026

What a great night for giving back to our community. It’s so rewarding to be rooted and supported by a village of people.

Supporting our community at the Love, INC Chairished Blessings fundraiser. ❤️

01/24/2026

Due to the predicted severe winter weather, the office will be closed on Monday.

01/13/2026

Feeling cute today!
"It's not selfish to love yourself, take care of yourself and to make yourself a priority. It's necessary." – Mandy Hale

01/04/2026

Back in the office tomorrow and excited to see everyone in this year new!

12/18/2025

Had a visitor today! Everyone loves a therapy dog, but he only loves me for my treats! 🦴

12/15/2025

12/10/2025

Change doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a process, and understanding that process can make all the difference between being stuck and thriving.

https://proattitudes.com/the-stages-of-change-moving-forward-in-life-and-business/

11/08/2025

Great day decorating our “Inside Out” Christmas tree at the Museum of East Texas. Solmonson Counseling Associates

11/04/2025

H.A.L.T is not a Dialectical Behavioural Therapy Skill though it does have its uses with parallels in the DBT'STOP' Skill.