Monarch Behavioral Health, PLLC

25/07/2025

July can feel like a pressure cooker for parents. No school routines. Constant snacks. Endless coordination. And somehow, you’re still expected to be “making memories.”

But let’s name what this really is:

It’s emotional labor.
It’s logistical juggling.
It’s showing up for your family while running on fumes.

If you’re feeling short-tempered, overstimulated, or quietly resentful, you’re not a bad parent. You’re carrying too much, often invisibly.

You deserve rest. You deserve support.
And no, you don’t have to wait until August to get it.

✨ For support tailored to women and caregivers, visit:
monarchbehavioral.net/therapy-for-women

21/07/2025

What a meaningful two days at Clarity Con 2025! 🧠💙

Monarch was proud to sponsor and attend this powerful event on July 16–17, where we had the pleasure of reconnecting with familiar faces and meeting so many new ones who share our commitment to ethical and family-centered mental health care.

A special highlight? Dr. Amanda Sharp’s presentation on the critical role of psychological testing in helping children and families find real clarity—not just labels. Her insights sparked thoughtful conversations around how evaluations can empower informed care and long-term progress.

From powerhouse keynotes to insightful breakout sessions, every presenter brought expertise and passion that reinspired our mission. This gathering wasn’t just informative, it was energizing. The impact of Clarity Con strengthens our ability to serve children and families across our community with clarity and compassion.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended—this was Clarity Con’s biggest turnout yet! And of course, we left with full hearts and the iconic end-of-conference cookie in hand—a sweet tradition that wrapped up the experience just right. 🍪

Here’s to growing, connecting, and continuing the conversation. We’re already looking forward to what next year brings!

21/07/2025

Forget the pressure to overhaul your life this summer. These 3 micro-resets are therapist-approved ways to reduce mental overload, no 30-day plan required.

Morning anchor: 2 quiet minutes before the world gets loud
Hydration habit: Water before your first scroll or task
Wind-down cue: Stretch + soft lighting to prep your body for rest

These tiny shifts help regulate your nervous system, rebuild trust with your body, and make daily life feel less like survival mode.

Small steps do count. Especially now.

17/07/2025

We’ve officially crossed into the second half of the year. If you're feeling the pressure to reset everything at once... pause.

✨ Burnout doesn’t always show up as exhaustion. Sometimes it’s the quiet disengagement, the overwhelm, or the feeling that you’re just going through the motions. ✨

Try this check-in:

— What’s one habit that’s still serving me?
— What’s one I can release?
— Where can I give myself grace to start small?

You’re not behind. You’re adjusting.
And sometimes, starting again begins with simply stopping to breathe.

16/07/2025

We are excited to introduce Dr. Rains! Drop a hello in the comments!

15/07/2025

When everyone else is saying “go go go,” choosing to rest can feel countercultural.

But here’s the truth:

🧠 Rest isn’t avoidance.
🌿 Rest is strategy.
💙 Rest is how you return to yourself.

If you’re skipping the weekend trip, turning down a packed schedule, or taking time off just to breathe, that’s not falling behind. That’s resilience.

In a month where productivity is praised, rest is still progress. You don’t have to earn it. You already deserve it.

11/07/2025

Affirming care isn’t just about knowing the right terms. It’s about offering therapy where you feel safe to show up fully without fear, judgment, or performance.

For LGBTQ+ clients, that kind of space is often hard to find.

That’s why at Monarch, we:

✨ Center emotional safety in every session
✨ Honor lived experience and intersectional identity
✨ Work with therapists who listen deeply and affirm wholly

Your mental health matters every day, not just during Pride.
And you deserve support that’s aligned with who you are.

08/07/2025

Our Monarch Behavioral Health, PLLC counselors are Our hearts go out to all those affected by the recent floods. We recognize the emotional and psychological toll that such disasters can have, and we want you to know that you are not alone.

In response to this crisis, our team of counselors has opened up additional appointment slots specifically for those impacted. If you or someone you know is in need of support, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to help you navigate this challenging time with compassion and care.

Stay safe, and please know our entire community stands with you.

07/07/2025

Pride doesn’t end in June, and neither should support.

At Monarch, we know that identity, safety, and mental health are deeply connected—for LGBTQ+ clients, therapy isn’t just about coping. It’s about being seen, affirmed, and supported without explanation.

🌈 Our commitment is year-round. We create spaces where you don’t have to shrink, code-switch, or translate your truth.

We are with you, whether you're exploring identity, healing from harm, or navigating life transitions.

Because emotional safety isn't seasonal. It's fundamental. 💙

06/07/2025

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Our Monarch team members are available in person or virtually to support.

Supporting Children After Natural Disasters and Loss: A Guide for Caregivers ❤️‍🩹🌧️

As our Texas Hill Country community mourns the recent devastating floods near Kerrville, including the heartbreaking loss of children from Camp Mystic, many families are left navigating difficult conversations with their children. Whether your child was directly impacted or is simply trying to make sense of the tragedy, it's important to know how to support them through grief, fear, and confusion.

Here are a few key ways you can help your child cope after a natural disaster or loss:

1. ❤️ Reinforce Safety and Stability
Children look to the adults around them to know if they’re safe. Reassure your child that they are being cared for and that many helpers: rescue workers, doctors, and community leaders, are doing everything they can to keep everyone safe. Consistency in routines, even small ones like bedtime rituals or family meals, helps create a sense of security.

2. 🧠 Speak Simply and Honestly
Give children the facts in a developmentally appropriate way. Avoid unnecessary or graphic details. For example, you might say, “There was a big storm, and some people got hurt. Grownups are working hard to help everyone now.”

Encourage questions, but it’s okay if you don’t have all the answers. You can say, “That’s a really good question. I don’t know all the details, but I do know you are safe and we’re here together.”

3. 💬 Validate All Feelings
Children may show sadness, fear, anger, or even seem unaffected at times. All of these responses are normal. Let them know it’s okay to feel whatever they are feeling. You might say, “It’s okay to be scared or confused. I’m here, and we’ll get through this together.”

4. 🫂 Model Healthy Emotional Expression
It’s okay to share your own feelings with your child in a way that’s appropriate. Saying something like, “I feel really sad about what happened too,” models for your child that it’s okay to express emotions and to talk about them.

5. 🧸 Provide Comfort Through Connection
Sometimes children don't have the words to express what they’re feeling. Spend time doing quiet activities together (reading, drawing, playing) that allow for connection and emotional expression without pressure to talk.

Local Resources for Support ℹ️
If your child or family is in need of additional support, there are several wonderful organizations in the San Antonio and surrounding Hill Country area:

🔷 Children’s Bereavement Center of South Texas
Offers grief counseling, support groups, and resources for children and families coping with loss.
https://cbcst.org

🔷 Clarity Child Guidance Center
Provides mental health services for children, including crisis care and therapy.
https://www.claritycgc.org | (210) 616-0300

🔷 Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Centers
Serving Kerrville and surrounding areas with mental health services for children and adults.
https://www.hillcountry.org

🔷 The Ecumenical Center
Offers grief support and counseling for families in crisis.
https://www.ecrh.org | (210) 616-0885

🔷 Any Baby Can San Antonio
Provides family support and counseling, including parent coaching and mental health services for children.
https://www.anybabycansa.org

Tragedies like these impact us all. While we cannot shield our children from grief and hardship, we can walk beside them, offering our presence, our honesty, and our love. Healing takes time, but no one has to do it alone.

If you are a parent, teacher, or caregiver and need guidance on how to talk with your child or student, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Your child doesn’t need “fixing”, they need to feel seen, safe, and supported. ❤️‍🩹

Jacy Adams, LCSW, RPT
Licensed Child Therapist and Registered Play Therapist of Caring Hearts Therapy

05/07/2025

Thoughts, prayers, and our heart with all those affected by the flooding

02/07/2025

For some, the 4th of July is about celebration.

For others, it can stir up mixed emotions especially around family, identity, or belonging.

This weekend, we invite a different kind of reflection:
🦋 What does freedom mean for your mind, your body, your healing?
🦋 What does it feel like to be emotionally safe?

Freedom could also look like pausing when you need to and giving yourself permission to feel what’s true for you.

Wishing you a day that honors your inner peace, not just outer noise.