Affective Mental Wellness, LLC

12/13/2025

12/12/2025

🚨This coming MONDAY Dec 15th! 🚨

Su***de prevention begins long before a crisis.

CALM (Counseling on Access to Lethal Means) teaches clinicians, gun owners, and community members how to reduce an at-risk person’s access to lethal means, especially fi****ms, using collaborative, respectful, and autonomy-preserving methods.

This training focuses on increasing time and distance between a suicidal individual and the most lethal methods of self-harm. CALM is the oldest and most widely used training on lethal means safety, offering practical tools you can use both before a crisis and during moments of crisis.

We invite you to join us in memory of Siri Louise Elizabeth Koening as we learn, advocate, and take meaningful action to prevent su***de.

🗓 December 15th
⏰ 4–7 PM
📍 Schertz Community Center

Come learn how to prevent lethal means access… and grab a free gun lock while you’re there. Please join us.

https://girlwithgrit.com/calm-training/

12/11/2025

🥫✨ Only 12 days left to support our Food Drive! ✨🥫

We’re collecting non-perishable items through December 22nd to support the New Braunfels Food Bank. Every donation helps a family in our community this season. 💛

📍 Drop off your items at:
705 Landa St E, New Braunfels, TX 78130

12/10/2025

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12/09/2025

At Affective Mental Wellness, our team is dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized care because every patient deserves to feel heard, supported, and safe on their mental health journey!

We’re grateful for the trust our patients and their families place in us, and we remain committed to offering thoughtful, evidence-based treatment rooted in empathy and respect. ❤️

12/08/2025

A new year doesn’t need a new you...just a healthier, more supported YOU!

This New Year, let mental wellness be part of your routine. Whether that means setting boundaries, practicing self-care, starting therapy, or simply checking in with yourself a little more often, every small step toward taking care of your mind matters.

Here’s to starting the year with intention, compassion, and a commitment to prioritizing your mental health. If you need support from board certified mental health professionals, reach out to us today at affectivementalwellness.com!

12/07/2025

Who's with me?! 🙋‍♀️

12/05/2025

mood ✨

12/04/2025

🚨 REMINDER 🚨 for our New Braunfels patients! The City of New Braunfels is offering Ride the Rio, an affordable on-demand van service… and it’s FREE until December 31st!

Whether you're coming in for medication management, an initial visit, or SPRAVATO® treatment, this service makes getting to your appointment easier and more budget-friendly.

✅ Available 7 days a week (7 AM – 8 PM)
✅ Trips must start and end within New Braunfels city limits
✅ Fully accessible vehicles available
✅ Book through the Ride the Rio app or call 830-282-3413

Starting January 1st, rides will still be only $4 — or $2 for seniors, veterans, students, and individuals with disabilities.

🔗 Check the service area and learn more:
newbraunfels.gov/3923/Ride-the-Rio

12/03/2025

Seasonal Affective Disorder affects roughly 10 million Americans, with symptoms most commonly appearing in late fall and winter.

Common Signs & Symptoms of SAD:
• Persistent low mood or sadness
• Fatigue or low energy
• Increased sleep or difficulty waking up
• Loss of interest in activities you usually enjoy
• Changes in appetite or cravings (especially carbs)
• Difficulty concentrating
• Feeling hopeless or withdrawn

Helpful Tips for Managing Seasonal Depression:
✨ Increase natural light exposure — open blinds, take morning walks, sit near sunlit windows.
✨ Try light therapy — 10,000 lux light boxes can help regulate mood.
✨ Stay active — even gentle movement boosts serotonin and energy.
✨ Keep a consistent sleep routine — structure helps stabilize mood.
✨ Stay connected — reach out to friends, family, or support groups.
✨ Nourish your body — prioritize whole foods, hydration, and vitamin D.

If this season feels heavier than usual, you’re not alone and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. If you need additional support navigating this season, we are here for you. Reach out today at affectivementalwellness.com.

12/02/2025

The first week of December is National Grief Awareness Week. This week we recognize the many ways grief shapes our lives and to honor those navigating loss in all its forms.

Grief is deeply personal and it can look different for everyone. There is no right or wrong way to experience it. For some, it may feel like sadness or confusion. For others, it may show up as anger, guilt, or denial. All of these feelings are valid.

If someone you love is grieving, gentle support can make a world of difference. Listening, being present, offering patience, and checking in often are small acts that carry a big impact.

If you need immediate help, 988 offers 24/7 judgment-free support by call, text, or chat.