BLISS Counseling & Consulting

03/20/2026

As we continue celebrating Women’s History Month, we are honored to highlight the women whose dedication, leadership, and compassion help strengthen our mental health community.

Today we recognize Ebone Newton, MS, EdS, LPC.

Ebone brings a depth of experience and commitment to the field of mental health. She has worked across several settings, that have molded her ability to approach therapy with a well-rounded understanding of the challenges individuals and families may face across different stages of life.

Her leadership and community impact have also been recognized by the City of Tuscaloosa, where she received a Proclamation from Mayor Walt Maddox honoring her leadership and humanitarian contributions. Ebone was selected by the Board of Management of the Murphy African American Museum as an Outstanding Role Model in West Alabama, recognized for opening doors and creating opportunities within the community.

In addition to her clinical work, Ebone is currently pursuing her PhD while continuing to serve clients, collaborate with state systems, and lead her own private practice. Her dedication to ongoing learning and professional growth reflects a strong commitment to improving care and expanding opportunities for those she serves.

Ebone is also embracing a meaningful new chapter as a new mother, balancing the responsibilities of motherhood alongside her professional leadership and service with strength, compassion, and determination.

Her work and leadership continue to make a meaningful impact on the individuals and communities she serves.

Honoring the women who came before her by continuing to make history through the work we do today.

03/19/2026

Today is the last day to register for the Live Virtual CE training hosed 03-20-2026 by BLISS Counseling and Consulting. REGISTRATION LINK: https://lnkd.in/eEDy2xUG

Counseling; Therapy; Black Therapist; Female Counselor; Minoriy Counselor; Mental Health; Depression; Anxiety; Life Transitions; Coping Skills; Women Issues; Teletherapy; Sessions; BLISS Counseling and Consulting

03/18/2026

Women’s History Month Spotlight:

Kayla Mobley, MS, ALC, NCC

This Women’s History Month, we are proud to recognize the women who continue to uplift and strengthen the communities they serve.

Today we celebrate Kayla Mobley, Associate Licensed Counselor at BLISS Counseling & Consulting.
Kayla brings a genuine passion for helping others and a deep commitment to supporting the growth and well-being of those around her. Her work reflects a belief that healing begins with connection, understanding, and creating spaces where people feel safe to show up as they are.

Beyond the therapy room, Kayla continues to be a positive voice within the community, encouraging open conversations about mental health and reminding individuals that they do not have to navigate life’s challenges alone. Her dedication to supporting others, fostering resilience, and advocating for emotional well-being reflects the kind of leadership that helps communities grow stronger.

We are grateful for Kayla’s heart, for service and the meaningful impact she continues to make through her work.

Making history in the present.

www.balancelifecounseling.com/kayla

03/17/2026

This Women’s History Month, we are proud to recognize the women who show up every day to support the healing of others.

Today we celebrate Whitney Shelton, Licensed Professional Counselor.

Whitney’s work reflects a deep passion for helping others grow, heal, and find strength during difficult seasons of life. In addition to her clinical work, she hosts therapeutic groups and brings a strong specialization in grief support, creating meaningful spaces where individuals can process loss and build resilience alongside others.

Her leadership extends beyond the therapy room. While in college, Whitney served as a leader within the youth department at her church, mentoring and guiding young people in her community. This commitment has continued into adulthood, as she remains an active leader in her church while integrating mental health awareness and meeting individuals where they are with compassion and support.

She is also a certified trainer in crisis prevention techniques, where she has trained employees at multiple levels, from frontline staff to directors, helping strengthen crisis response skills and promote safer, more supportive environments.

Whitney’s experience, dedication, and passion for the field continue to make a lasting impact in the lives of those she serves. Her work reflects the kind of leadership and service that helps move our community forward.

We are grateful for Whitney’s commitment to mental health and the role she continues to play as an advocate for healing in our community.



www.balancelifecounseling.com/whitney

03/16/2026

🌿 Women’s History Month Spotlight:

Simaya Moore, LICSW

In recognition of Women’s History Month, we are proud to highlight Simaya Moore, LICSW, a dedicated clinician at BLISS Counseling & Consulting who provides therapy to individuals across Alabama.
Simaya brings authenticity, compassion, and lived understanding into the therapy space. Having navigated personal adversities, she approaches her work with empathy and relatability, helping clients feel supported as they work through difficult experiences and move toward healing.

Simaya’s path into the field reflects resilience and dedication. As a first-generation college graduate, she maintained academic excellence throughout both her undergraduate and graduate studies while building a career focused on supporting others.

Her early professional experience also demonstrated her problem-solving mindset, where she developed systems that improved organizational workflow while working in a purchasing department during college.

At BLISS Counseling & Consulting, Simaya continues to make a meaningful impact by creating a supportive and empowering space where clients can explore growth, healing, and lasting change.

Shaping the future of mental health care while making history in the present.



www.balancelifecounseling.com/simaya

03/13/2026

STILL TIME TO REGISTER!!

Registration closes 03/19/2026!!

Counseling; Therapy; Black Therapist; Female Counselor; Minoriy Counselor; Mental Health; Depression; Anxiety; Life Transitions; Coping Skills; Women Issues; Teletherapy; Sessions; BLISS Counseling and Consulting

03/11/2026

In a world full of chaos, it can feel easy to get pulled under by everything happening around us.

Constant news, responsibilities, and uncertainty can make our minds feel crowded and our bodies tense. When the world feels heavy, it can help to gently bring your focus back to what is within your reach in this moment.

Here are a few small ways to steady yourself when things feel overwhelming:
• Pause and breathe slowly. Even a few deep breaths can help your body settle.
• Limit how much information you take in. It’s okay to step away from the news or social media for a while.
• Ground yourself in the present. Notice what you can see, hear, or feel around you right now.
• Do one simple thing that helps you reset; a short walk, stretching, journaling, or sitting quietly for a few minutes.

You do not have to carry the weight of the entire world on your shoulders. Taking care of your mind and emotional well-being is not ignoring what is happening, it is helping yourself stay steady enough to keep moving forward.

Be gentle with yourself today. Small moments of calm still matter, even in uncertain times. 🌿

03/06/2026

March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding, promoting inclusion, and recognizing the strengths and contributions of individuals with developmental disabilities.

Developmental disabilities can include conditions that affect learning, communication, behavior, and daily functioning. These may include autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, and other neurological or developmental conditions that begin during childhood.

At its core, this month is about awareness, acceptance, and accessibility.

Here are a few important reminders:

• Every individual deserves dignity, respect, and opportunities to thrive.
• Inclusive communities help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their full potential.
• Early support, therapeutic services, and compassionate care can make a meaningful difference for children and families.
• Awareness helps reduce stigma and promotes understanding.

Mental health providers, educators, families, and communities all play an important role in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.

This month, and every month, let’s continue to promote inclusion, understanding, and support.

03/05/2026

We’re growing at BLISS Counseling & Consulting and are currently seeking dedicated clinicians to join our expanding team.

As our practice continues to grow, we are especially interested in clinicians with specialized training and experience in high-demand areas, including:
• Trauma and PTSD treatment
• EMDR-trained clinicians
• Trauma-informed care for individuals impacted by sexual abuse or sexual assault
• Couples and relationship therapy
• S*x therapy and kink-affirming therapy
• Clinicians with specialty certifications or advanced clinical training
• Bilingual clinicians to help serve our diverse community

These specialty areas help us meet the increasing needs of our community while ensuring clients receive care from clinicians with focused expertise.

BLISS Counseling & Consulting offers a supportive and collaborative environment where clinicians can build their caseload, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact.
If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and developing your expertise in a thriving practice, we would love to connect.

Learn more or apply:
www.balancelifecounseling.com/openings

03/04/2026

Grief shows up in therapy far more often than we sometimes realize.

Loss of a loved one.
Relationship endings.
Life transitions.
Identity shifts.

Many of our clients are navigating forms of grief that don’t always get named or understood.

That’s why BLISS Counseling & Consulting (An Affiliate of Grit Health Solutions) is hosting an upcoming continuing education training designed to help clinicians deepen their grief-informed work.

Art of Coping:
Guiding Clients Through Life Transitions, Loss, and Grief with Practical Techniques

This training will explore practical tools and evidence-informed approaches clinicians can immediately apply in their work with clients experiencing loss and life transitions.

📅 Friday, March 20, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
💻 Live Virtual Training
🎓 3 NBCC CE Hours (1 Hour Ethics)

If you are a counselor, therapist, or mental health professional looking to strengthen your skills in grief work, this training was designed with you in mind.

Spots are limited.

Register here: www.grithealthsolutions.org/cetrainings

Counseling; Therapy; Black Therapist; Female Counselor; Minoriy Counselor; Mental Health; Depression; Anxiety; Life Transitions; Coping Skills; Women Issues; Teletherapy; Sessions; BLISS Counseling and Consulting

03/04/2026

Healthcare leaders and clinicians often reach a point where working harder is no longer the solution.

The systems, structures, and strategies behind the work need to evolve. That’s where strategic consulting becomes essential.

Through GRIT Health Solutions, I partner with healthcare organizations and providers to strengthen operations, improve workforce well-being, and build sustainable growth strategies that support both the mission and the people behind it.

Our consulting focuses on three key areas:
✅️ Organizational Wellness & Corporate Optimization

Helping organizations improve employee well-being, streamline workflows, strengthen communication, and create healthier workplace cultures that drive performance.

✅️ Private Practice Development & Expansion

Supporting providers who want to launch, scale, or optimize their practice through operational systems, billing and EHR improvements, intake optimization, and sustainable growth planning.

✅️ Pivoting Beyond Private Practice

Helping clinicians leverage their expertise into consulting, leadership, and alternative career paths while maintaining balance and professional fulfillment.

The goal is simple:
build systems that allow providers and organizations to thrive, not just survive.

If you are a healthcare leader, organization, or provider looking to strengthen your infrastructure or explore your next professional step, I invite you to connect.

🌐 Learn more or schedule a consultation:
https://www.grithealthsolutions.org⁠
Healthcare leaders and clinicians often reach a point where working harder is no longer the solution.

The systems, structures, and strategies behind the work need to evolve. That’s where strategic consulting becomes essential.

Through GRIT Health Solutions, I partner with healthcare organizations and providers to strengthen operations, improve workforce well-being, and build sustainable growth strategies that support both the mission and the people behind it.

Our consulting focuses on three key areas:
✅️ Organizational Wellness & Corporate Optimization

Helping organizations improve employee well-being, streamline workflows, strengthen communication, and create healthier workplace cultures that drive performance.

✅️ Private Practice Development & Expansion

Supporting providers who want to launch, scale, or optimize their practice through operational systems, billing and EHR improvements, intake optimization, and sustainable growth planning.

✅️ Pivoting Beyond Private Practice

Helping clinicians leverage their expertise into consulting, leadership, and alternative career paths while maintaining balance and professional fulfillment.

The goal is simple:
build systems that allow providers and organizations to thrive, not just survive.

If you are a healthcare leader, organization, or provider looking to strengthen your infrastructure or explore your next professional step, I invite you to connect.

🌐 Learn more or schedule a consultation:
www.grithealthsolutions.org⁠

Email me directly to set up a free 15 minute call to assess your needs.
contact@grithealthsolutions.org



Email me directly to set up a free 15 minute call to assess your needs.
contact@grithealthsolutions.org

03/02/2026

DID YOU KNOW WE TAKE ALL KIDS AND ALL BABIES!!!

ALL Babies is Alabama’s Children’s Health Insurance Program designed to improve health outcomes for children and eligible pregnant women.

Here’s what that means for you:
✔ Coverage is available for eligible pregnant women who reside in Alabama, including care for their unborn child
✔ Mental health and substance use services are included
✔ Services are administered through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
✔ Benefits are provided through their preferred provider network (PPO)

For more information visit https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/allbabies

At Bliss Counseling & Consulting, we welcome adults, children and adolescents and accept a wide range of insurance plans, including BCBSAL plans. Our goal is to reduce barriers so families can access quality mental health care when they need it most.

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