Heart and Soul Counseling Services, LLC

09/08/2025

Compassionate help, anytime, anywhere 💜

If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs help, call 988 for immediate support.

08/22/2025

Tips on Navigating the Anxiety of the New School Year:
Expect anxiety, be patient and kind!

-Starting slowly and taking small steps towards the larger goal helps adjust better and quicker. Going to bed earlier by just a few minutes each night, over the next few weeks, is a great actionable goal vs a quick transition to two hours earlier getting your kids to bed. Another added benefit of starting slow is that it keeps stress levels manageable.
-Anxiety is completely normal, for both your child and you, and can increase over the first couple of weeks. Try to meet the anxiety with kindness. Being prepared and expecting anxiety is the first step in a calmer household and getting back into the school routine. So, try to talk calmly and kindly, because you can’t just force anxiety to go away.
-Ask open-ended questions to measure where your child’s anxiety level is. For younger kids, creativity, such as drawing, is a helpful tool for them to communicate their worries and concerns. Again, show yourself kindness during this transition too, to maintain lower stress and better mental health outcomes. Incorporating self-compassion in the transition to school helps with being ok with a forgotten snack or late bedtime. Go slow, be kind, and expect it to be a little clunky. Kids look to parents to feel safe and regulated, so the calmer and kinder you are about the stress of the new school year, the better your child will manage as well.

If you or your child need more support, guidance, or tools to manage anxiety or other concerns, please reach out for availability by either calling 603-456-8053 or email me at traceyingram@ticounselingservices.com

07/24/2025

Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or emotional pain?
Do past experiences or trauma make it difficult to feel grounded in the present? Are you navigating the challenges of infertility, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, or parenting and feeling like no one truly understands? I work with clients of all ages, from 3 to adult, and specialize in Postpartum anxiety and depression; Traumatic birth experiences and fertility struggles; Grief and loss (including pregnancy loss, stillbirth, and early childhood grief); Couples navigating stress, disconnection, or parenting transitions; Children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, trauma, or behavioral concerns.
Whether you're an individual, a couple, or a parent seeking support for your child, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore what’s holding you back—and help you move toward healing, connection, and peace.
I have immediate openings for both in-person and virtual for clients, anywhere in NH.
Please reach out to set up a free 10-15 minute consultation and get started on your path of putting you first and living a life of fulfillment by calling 603-456-8053 or email me at traceyingram@ticounselingservices.com

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Tracey Ingram, Counselor, Warner, NH, 03278, (603) 605-8897, Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, or the stress of a major life transition like becoming a parent? Maybe you're navigating postpartum challenges, relationship struggles, or unresolved trauma from your past. Whether you’re a ...

07/17/2025

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07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July! Enjoy the great weather and celebrations with family and friends. Please also have a safe 4th and remember when preparing to set off your own fireworks, to be aware and courteous of how it may affect others around you. Fireworks can be scary, triggering, and increase anxiety for young children (especially with sensory sensitivity and already struggling with anxiety), animals, and individuals living with PTSD, especially those who have experienced:

-Combat or military trauma
-Gun violence or community violence
-Natural disasters
-Sudden loud noise-related trauma (e.g., car accidents, explosions, abuse)

These triggers can lead to:

-Flashbacks or intrusive memories
-Hypervigilance and startle responses
-Anxiety or panic attacks
-Difficulty sleeping due to unexpected late-night noise

Also, fireworks can be a night where many dogs will run away from their home, due to the fear of the noises. Below are some tips for those who want to let neighbors know, so they can be prepared, tips on how to prepare if you struggle, and tips for dog owners 🇺🇸

06/15/2025

Perfect artical for Fathers Day 💜

How father figures shape child development.

06/15/2025

Happy Father’s Day to every kind of dad there is and thinking of YOU, if you are missing a dad today 💜

06/02/2025

I have a few daytime openings coming up in the next few weeks. I offer support for all ages, 3-adult, and couples therapy. Specialties include, but not limited to: anxiety, grief, trauma, perinatal and postpartum support, parenting guidance, and overall stress reduction. I am located in downtown Warner and offer in person or telehealth options. I do not process insurance, as I am a solo private practice, but can offer an invoice for clients to submit to their insurance if their plan offers reimbursement for out of network providers.
Call or email to schedule a free 10-15 minute phone consultation.
603-456-8053
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Tracey Ingram offering Counseling services for mental health therapy in the Warner New Hampshire area, covering Merrimack county and Concord New Hampshire area.

05/29/2025

As we come to the end of Mental Health Awareness Month (which I will continue posting weekly helpful reminders and supports), I want to focus this post on SU***DE AWARENESS. It’s hard to talk about, hard to look at, and so important to continue to be aware of the severity. Su***de can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, race, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other demographics. Increased awareness is key to prevention, including recognizing warning signs, seeking professional help, and having at least one safe support person, system, or community. If you or anyone you know is in need of emotional support, struggling with suicidal thoughts, or in crisis, please reach out to 988 Lifeline. If you are not in crisis and looking for professional support, I have immediate morning/daytime openings. Please feel free to call 603-456-8053 or email Traceyingram@ticounselingservices.com

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05/17/2025

There are a few terms that people use to describe feeling mistreated or “manipulated” by other people, such as “gaslighting”. This term is clinically used as criteria for narcissistic traits. Narcissist is also a commonly used term in social media and relationship distress, that can be confused with the clincal definition. Gaslighting and narcissism are forms of abusive traits, which are very serious and can be minimized when misunderstood. Unfortunately, most people are not understanding the true meanings of what is is to be gaslit. Here is a great resource to clarify and answer questions around this topic:

Gaslighting is an insidious form of manipulation and psychological control. Victims of gaslighting are deliberately and systematically fed false information that leads them to question what they know to be true, often about themselves. They may end up doubting their memory, their perception, and eve...

05/10/2025

For every kind of mother this Mother’s Day 💜

05/06/2025

Grief is part of love. Every loss is valid. Grief is not linear. Grief is not to be judged, shamed, or to be avoided. Grief isn’t something to fix or solve, but you don’t have to suffer 💜 If you are suffering from any type of grief, such as the death of a loved one, divorce, loss of a job, or any other loss, you don’t have to mourn alone 💜