Kiva Spirit Foundation/Kiva Counseling Group

06/26/2025

You will continue to suffer if you have an emotional reaction to everything that is said to you.

True power is sitting back and observing things with logic. True power is restraint. If words control you that means everyone else can control you. Breathe and allow things to pass.

04/25/2025

02/24/2025

I agree and support everything in this article... especially the safety to communicate your authentic, flawed self.

True love isn’t just about passion, it’s about how safe, valued and connected you can make each other feel in relationships.

02/06/2025

https://www.yourtango.com/self/master-these-skills-stress-free-into-old-age

The only person who can manage your stress is you, but these thoughts can give you a boost.

01/15/2025

Found this to be a good article with some good thoughts...

Imagine how freeing it'd be to stop caring what other people think.

01/04/2025

Healing for those anxious thoughts…

01/03/2025

Something for the new year... or any time you're trying to make a change....

There is no magic number of days it takes to create a habit. But experts say it's possible with some patience.

10/24/2024

We are proud to announce:

🎉 New Game Release! 🎉

Introducing MindMatters Quest: The Mystical Forest, the storytelling card game for teens that combines adventure with personal growth! Perfect for families, therapists, or teachers, this game encourages players to overcome challenges, build narratives, and unlock treasures. Whether you’re seeking fun or therapeutic engagement, MindMatters Quest: The Mystical Forest is the perfect choice!

🛒 Ready to start your quest? Buy your copy today at:

http://www.kivaspirit.org/mmqcardgame.html

and embark on an epic journey!

08/20/2024

A reminder that we have low-cost therapy services for teens in the Tri-Valley area.

03/25/2024

18.5K likes, 229 comments. “Validating Past Pain”

07/20/2023

You might hear me on KKIQ today on Mel McKay's Philanthropy Thursday. Here are the links:

https://p.ftur.io/kkiq/1722

https://www.kkiq.com/philanthropy-thursday-dr-matt-gomes-from-kiva-spirit-foundation/

Dr. Matt Gomes is the Executive Director, Kiva Spirit Foundation. He joins me to talk about the Mind Matters Teen Therapy program.