Good Vibes Counseling FL

02/22/2025

While both life coaches and licensed therapists can offer valuable support within their scope of practice, it's important to recognize some key differences between the two, particularly in terms of education and liability. Licensed therapists must have advanced degrees, thousand of clinical residency hours and pass a state exam. Therapists are held legally and ethically accountable for the care they provide to clients. They are required to follow professional standards and maintain confidentiality. Therapists are required to carry malpractice insurance, which protects clients in case of negligence or misconduct. If a therapist fails to meet these professional standards or causes harm, they can face legal consequences, including lawsuits or loss of licensure.

12/30/2024

Imagine a space where you can focus on your mental well-being, at your own pace, on your terms. Welcome to a transformative journey designed specifically for women, created by a mental health professional who understands the unique challenges women face. Whether you're navigating the demands of family, career related stress, or simply trying to find a balance, these self-paced courses and coaching series offers you the tools, support, and guidance to cultivate lasting mental wellness. With expert insights, practical exercises, and a compassionate, female-centered approach, you’ll embark on a path to inner peace, confidence, and emotional resilience—at a pace that suits your life. This is more than just a course; it’s your personalized blueprint for thriving.

A special opportunity awaits with a 10% discount on the first course or coaching bundle with an email signup. This offer is designed to empower individuals on their journey to personal growth and transformation.

12/19/2024

11/22/2024

Who do yo want to be in 2025?

Is self-doubt and negative self-talk holding you back from being the best version if yourself? It's time to take control, create healthier habits, set meaningful goals and be an active co-create of your life.

What We Offer:

🌟 Challenge Negative Self-Talk:
What narrative are you telling yourself? Your thoughts become your reality. And whether you believe it or not, you are in control of your thoughts!
My coaching program help you to be more mindful of your inner dialogue, catch and reframe those unhelpful thoughts replacing them with more positive, empowering ones that support your growth. Learn how to silence your inner critic and nurture the voice of self-compassion.

🌱 Set Realistic, Achievable Goals:
Big dreams are built on small, consistent steps. Together, we’ll break down your goals into manageable actions, so you can make lasting progress without feeling overwhelmed. No dream is too big when you start from a place of clarity and purpose.

💆‍♀️ Regulate Your Nervous System:
Stress and anxiety are a natural occurring nervous system reponse, but they don't have to control you. Our bodies were not designed to be in a state of fight or flight for long periods of time. Being stuck in survival mode isn't just mentally and emotionally draining—it can also take a serious toll on your body, especially your adrenal system, depleting energy, causing adrenal fatigue, impairing your immune system, disrupting your hormones, causing burnout and negative impacting your mental health. Discover techniques to calm your mind and body, manage emotional triggers, and foster inner peace, so you can respond to life's challenges with grace.

💪 Hold Yourself Accountable:
Accountability is key to making lasting changes. We'll be with you every step of the way, offering guidance and support as you stay committed to the positive habits that fuel your mental wellness.

Why Choose Us?

💖 Personalized Approach
Your journey is unique, and we tailor our strategies to fit your individual needs and challenges. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, working on self-love, or seeking balance, we’re here to support you. Seasoned professionals with years of experience dedicated to coaching, counseling and empowering women to achieve their fullest potential.

🌿 Holistic Mindset
True wellness goes beyond the mind. We work with you to create balance in your thoughts, emotions, and actions, fostering mental and emotional resilience to face life's ups and downs.

🌸 A Safe and Supportive Community
Join a community of women who uplift and inspire each other. You're not alone on this path — together, we grow stronger and more confident every day.

Take the First Step Toward Your Best Self.

You deserve to feel empowered, centered, and confident. Let’s build the mental wellness habits that will carry you toward the life you want to create.

Start Today.
🌟 Book Your Free Consultation
It’s time to invest in your mental wellness journey. Click below to schedule your consultation, and let’s create a plan for lasting transformation!

10/25/2024

A visual of what is going on inside of your body during the fight or flight stress response. This sympathetic system response is designed to keep you safe, and is NEEDED when in danger. Our bodies are not designed to be in this state for long periods of time. WHY? Being in a prolonged state of fight or flight can have significant negative effects on the body.
Cardiovascular Problems: Continuous stress can raise blood pressure and increase heart rate, leading to a higher risk of heart disease.
Immune System Suppression: Chronic stress can weaken the immune system, making the body more susceptible to infections and illnesses.
Digestive Issues: Stress can disrupt normal digestive functions, leading to issues like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), ulcers, or changes in appetite.
Mental Health Effects: Long-term stress can contribute to anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders.
Muscle Tension and Pain: Persistent stress often results in muscle tension, which can lead to chronic pain, headaches, and other musculoskeletal issues.
Hormonal Imbalances: Prolonged fight or flight responses can disrupt hormone levels, affecting everything from metabolism to reproductive health.
Sleep Disturbances: Stress can lead to insomnia or poor-quality sleep, which further exacerbates other health issues.
Cognitive Impairments: Chronic stress can affect memory and cognitive function, leading to difficulties in concentration and decision-making.
Burn out of adrenal glands: High cortisol levels can lead to adrenal gland burnout through several mechanisms:
Chronic Stimulation: When the body is in a prolonged state of stress, the adrenal glands continuously produce cortisol to respond to that stress. Over time, this constant demand can exhaust the adrenal glands.
Feedback Loops: The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis regulates cortisol production. Prolonged high cortisol can disrupt this feedback loop, leading to dysregulation and reduced adrenal function.
Deletion of Resources: The production of cortisol requires specific nutrients (like vitamins B and C). Chronic high cortisol can deplete these resources, affecting overall adrenal function.
Inflammation: High cortisol levels can contribute to inflammation in the body. Chronic inflammation may further strain the adrenal glands, impairing their ability to produce hormones effectively.
Physical and Mental Fatigue: The ongoing high demand for cortisol can lead to feelings of fatigue and burnout, both physically and mentally, which may signal the adrenal glands to reduce their output.
In reality, we don't have to be in physical danger for our bodies threat detection center to be triggered. Often, it is trigger by just a thought, usually a cognitive distortion or thinking error that sets off this alarm system in our bodies. The good news? Our thoughts are not facts and you can learn tools to examine your thoughts, prevent spiraling and reset your nervous system returning it to the body's preferred parasympathetic nervous system state of rest and digest.
Why do we want to be in Rest and Digest?
The "rest and digest" state, associated with the parasympathetic nervous system, is crucial for several reasons:
Recovery and Healing: This state allows the body to repair tissues, regenerate cells, and recover from stress, promoting overall health and longevity.
Digestion: It enhances digestive processes by promoting blood flow to the digestive organs, increasing enzyme production, and facilitating nutrient absorption. Proper digestion is vital for energy and overall well-being.
Hormonal Balance: The rest and digest state helps regulate hormone levels, including stress hormones like cortisol. Balanced hormones are essential for mood stability, metabolism, and reproductive health.
Immune Function: Being in a relaxed state supports the immune system, allowing it to function optimally and fight off infections and diseases.
Emotional Well-Being: This state promotes feelings of calmness and reduces anxiety, contributing to better mental health and emotional regulation.
Energy Conservation: It conserves energy by reducing heart rate and blood pressure, allowing the body to use energy more efficiently.
Enhanced Cognitive Function: A relaxed state supports better focus, creativity, and decision-making by reducing mental clutter and stress.
Hope this helps! Laurie www.goodvibescounselingfl.com

10/22/2024

Sometimes the most EMPOWERING choice we can make is to let go of what no longer serves us. It's not always easy, however, things that are worth it rarely are. You can do hard things. What are you going to let go of?

10/21/2024

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Self-paced Courses: empowherwellness25@gmail.com

09/06/2024

Research shows that maintaining a consistent daily routine with intentional self-care practices positively impacts your mental health!

In this face-paced world we live in, these two often get lost on our to-do lists. However, studies show that prioritizing yourself is essential to living a balanced and fulfilling life. One of the most effective ways to nurture your mental health is by establishing a daily routine and practicing self care. While these concepts might sound simple, their benefits are profound. But why?

1.) Routines provide structure and stability. When life feels chaotic or overwhelming, a set routine grounds you and offers predictability. For those of you who deal with anxiety or high stress, routine serves as a psychological anchor.

2). A structured day eliminates decision fatigue, allowing you to focus on the most pressing aspects of your life that demand urgent attention. You spend less time planning and more time DOING.

3). Routine create purpose. Whether its waking up and going to bed at the same time everyday, an evening walk, meditation or prayer time, checking items off your to do list, or making time to catch up with friends, these seemingly small acts foster a sense of achievement that boost self esteem.

4). Improves sleep. Studies show that a consistent morning and bedtime routine helps regulate the body's natural rhythm, helping you to get a more restful night of sleep. Sleep stabilizes mood and impacts cognitive functioning.

5). Engaging in self care activities promotes optimal mental health. Self care activities ensures you stay connected with yourself and YOUR needs. We often put others needs above our own leading to burnout. As they say, you can't pour from an empty cup! Make sure you are meeting your own needs so you can pour into the ones you love. Self care has been shown to reduce stress by lowing cortisol levels, build self esteem, and boost mood by reducing irritability and burnout.

Need help getting back on track? Schedule an appointment today: www.goodvibescounselingfl.com.

Remember, you don't need a diagnosis to benefit from counseling! I can help you establish a healthy routine, manage stress, set and achieve goals, or just assist you through a challenging life transition. Reach out today!

06/20/2024

If you recently graduated with your MSW and need a Qualified Supervisor to apply for your RCSWI licensure, I can help! I currently have 2 spots available. Pm me!