LPA Counseling

08/27/2025

08/20/2025

As summer winds down and the school year approaches, it's totally normal for kids (and parents!) to feel a mix of excitement and nerves. Whether it's a new school, a new grade, or just the return to routine, those back-to-school butterflies are real.

Here are a few quick tips to help ease the transition:

Talk it out – Let your child express their worries, and reassure them it’s okay to feel nervous. Listening goes a long way!

Ease into routine – Start adjusting bedtimes and morning routines now to make that first week smoother.

Visit the school – If possible, tour the building, find classrooms, or meet the teacher. Familiarity can calm nerves.

Prep together – Involve your child in choosing school supplies or packing their backpack—it builds excitement and a sense of control.

Stay positive – Share your own school memories and remind them of the fun parts: seeing friends, learning new things, and fresh starts!

08/07/2025

You are not your trauma. Let’s rewrite the story!

08/06/2025

Important Update Starting August 1, 2025

Hi everyone! We want to share an important update about our scheduling and billing process.

Starting August 1, 2025, all client accounts (past and present) will need to be paid in full in order to stay on the schedule. If there is any balance on the account, we’ll need to pause appointments unless a payment plan has already been arranged with our administrative team.

We’re making this change to help keep things running smoothly and ensure fairness for everyone. If you have any questions about your account or need to set up a payment plan, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at 219-252-5464, we’re here to help!

Thank you so much for your understanding and continued support.

07/30/2025

Freedom to Express Yourself!

There’s something powerful about showing up as your true self—unfiltered, unafraid, and unapologetic. Whether it’s through your words, your style, your art, or your voice, you deserve the freedom to be you.

This month, LPA is embracing authenticity and letting our light shine a little brighter. We hope you do too.

07/23/2025

Freedom from Anxiety

We know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed, to have your thoughts racing and your heart heavy. But we also know there’s hope.

This month, LPA is choosing peace over pressure, calm over chaos. Little by little, we are here to show you that freedom from anxiety is possible—and it starts with being kind to yourself.

You’re not alone.

07/16/2025

Freedom to Love Yourself

Loving yourself isn’t selfish—it’s powerful. It’s the freedom to accept your flaws, celebrate your strengths, and treat yourself with the kindness you freely give to others.

This month, let’s honor the beautiful truth: You are enough, just as you are.

07/09/2025

This July, we’re bringing light to freedom in all its forms —
Freedom from anxiety
Freedom to love yourself
Freedom to express yourself

Let’s make this month a celebration of inner peace, self-love, and authentic living. You deserve it.

07/04/2025

Wishing everyone a joyful and safe Independence Day filled with fun, fireworks, and freedom. Let’s celebrate the spirit of America and all that brings us together.

07/01/2025

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS age 14 and over! Please call 219-252-2406 to schedule.

Nurse Practitioner Jessica Arce, FNP-C, PMHNP is an AANP-certified family nurse practitioner and certified Psychiatric Mental Health NP.

Jessica has experience with and has managed patients of all ages and all acuities. She is well-versed in conducting telehealth visits, providing medication advice and management, as well as providing referrals when needed. Jessica believes in a holistic approach to mental health, integrating evidence-based practices with compassionate, client-centered care. A collaborative, empathetic approach is essential for effective mental health care and personal growth.

Jessica is currently accepting new patients and looks forward to partnering with you on your journey towards mental wellness.

06/19/2025

Today, we honor Juneteenth—a powerful reminder of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward equity and justice.

At LPA Counseling, we recognize the importance of this day in our nation's history and stand in solidarity with the Black community. We are committed to listening, learning, and creating spaces that are inclusive, affirming, and rooted in respect.

May today be a time of reflection, education, and celebration of Black culture, strength, and liberation.