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Refuge Cove Counseling, LLC

Refuge Cove Counseling provides psychotherapy services for individuals residing within the state of

09/16/2025

I would be honored to have you join us October 15, 2025 for a time of honoring, remembering, sharing, and connecting. Pregnancy and infant loss can be one of the darkest, most isolating experiences for parents to live through.

Join us as we talk about grief and loss, learn some new tools, and decorate a candle to light later that evening at home as you remember the precious one(s) you have lost.

It is okay to not be okay. You do not have to mourn alone. We must grieve well, to live well. Let’s do this together, in community, with one another.

06/07/2025

I want to take a moment to personally thank the Mat-Su Health Foundation for their generous support. As many of you know, I’m a small business owner, a wife, and a mother to two young children. I launched my private practice in 2021 when I realized that no traditional workplace would allow me to fully pursue my passion—supporting the perinatal population—while also giving me the flexibility to attend my children’s field trips and be present with them as they pursue their own passions.

As a small business owner, there are no built-in benefits like paid time off, continuing education funds, or covered travel expenses for conferences. And yet, ongoing training is essential to the work I do.

Since becoming a clinician in 2013, I’ve seen the need for specialized training in grief and loss in every role I’ve held and with every population I’ve served. When I came across the Death and Grief Studies Certification Course through the Center for Loss in Colorado, I immediately resonated with their philosophy and their compassionate, companioning approach to supporting people through loss.

Thanks to the Mat-Su Health Foundation’s vocational scholarship of $5,000, I’m now able to pursue this certification—with significantly less financial strain. Their support covers the full cost of the program, and I feel incredibly grateful, humbled, and honored by their investment in my continuing education.

I’m excited to bring what I learn back to the Mat-Su Valley—along with new tools, knowledge, and the companioning model—to serve those walking through grief and loss. I have big dreams for the future of healing in our community, and those dreams are made possible by the support of organizations like the Mat-Su Health Foundation.

Thank you, Mat-Su Health Foundation, for believing in me, for investing in my growth, and for helping me better serve this Valley that I care so deeply about.

Photo of Dr. Alan Wolfelt and me at my first training in April! I am so excited to return in August to learn more about supporting children and teens through grief and loss!

05/20/2025

Self-esteem increases not just from changing our thoughts, but from engaging in intentional and meaningful experiences. When we take small steps outside our comfort zone, keep promises to ourselves, or engage in something meaningful, we begin to trust our capabilities and see our worth more clearly. I challenge you to engage in a self-esteem related activity once a day this week and notice the small shifts after each activity.

05/11/2025

I am blessed by the chaos 💜💙

Wouldn’t trade it for anything, except for a quiet day alone here and there 🤣🤪 real talk right moms?

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms who are tired, stressed, grieving, celebrating, bereaved, waiting, and hoping. I see you and we are all in this together. It truly takes a village.

Care for yourself well today ⚓️

05/03/2025

OOPS….I did it again 🤷🏻‍♀️

Refuge Cove Counseling has moved—again—but this time, it’s for good. 🏡✨

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve landed in a private suite that finally feels like home. It includes:
🛋️ A spacious waiting area designed for comfort and connection
🌄 An individual office with a beautiful view of the mountains
🎨 An additional room dedicated for kids (and possibly children’s groups down the line)

The large waiting area will be a gathering place for grief and loss therapy groups and a grounding environment for healing.

The new suite is still in the same building, just upstairs on the second floor — you’ll now find me in Suite 210!

Thank you for your continued trust and flexibility through all the transitions. I can’t wait to welcome you into this final, thoughtfully curated home for Refuge Cove Counseling.

05/01/2025

Group Therapy Options coming this June 2025!
Register/Inquire at: www.refugecovecounseling.com/grouptherapy

04/28/2025

“Boundaries Are Bridges, Not Walls”

Setting boundaries isn’t about shutting people out—it’s about creating healthy, respectful spaces where connection can thrive and repair can occur. This week, practice identifying one situation where you need a boundary to protect your energy, your time, or your emotional wellbeing.
 Use this simple structure: ⚓ Recognize what you feel (e.g., drained, resentful, or overwhelmed). ⚓ Name what you need (e.g., space, time, respect, honesty, communication). ⚓ Communicate your needs clearly and kindly.
Boundaries honor your needs and your relationships. They are an act of self-respect and self-trust.

Remember, boundaries are protective!
Boundaries keep you steady in stormy seas.
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Examples of boundaries you might set: ⚓ “I will continue this conversation when you are able to speak kindly and respectfully to me.” ⚓ “I’m not available to take on extra projects at work right now.” ⚓ “I’m happy to listen, but I can not offer advice today.” ⚓ “I need time to process before responding.”

Boundaries are an act of self-care, not selfishness. When you communicate your needs with kindness and clarity, you build stronger, healthier connections—with yourself and others.

04/27/2025

GROUP THERAPY ANNOUNCEMENT!

I know it’s summer time in Alaska; however, I feel very passionate about launching these two groups this summer! This fall I will be adding a general grief and loss group as well so please stay tuned!

These groups are time limited, closed (same participants each week), and billable to insurance. If you are uninsured or your insurance plan does not cover group therapy please inquire about cash pay options!

I am sorry these groups have to exist, because that means loss has occurred. I am looking forward to building a supportive community for these times that feel dark and lonely.

Please, come be with us!

Stephanie ⚓️

04/23/2025

An intrusive thought is an unwanted, involuntary thought, image, or impulse that pops into your mind—often suddenly and without warning.They can feel disturbing, weird, or even scary, but having them does not mean something is wrong with you.Intrusive thoughts are common, especially during times of stress or anxiety—they don’t reflect your values, your character, or your intentions.

Defuse the Thought, Don’t Fight It

Intrusive thoughts can feel loud and overwhelming—but fighting them often makes them stronger.This week, try defusion, a skill from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) that helps you create distance from those thoughts.

1) Notice the thought: “I’m having the thought that ___.”

2) Name it without judgment: intrusive, anxious, harsh, unhelpful.

3) Imagine the thought as a passing cloud, a balloon floating away, a leaf on a stream, or words on a movie screen—just there, not a truth.

4) Say it in a silly voice or sing it to a jingle—this helps weaken its power.

Gentle Affirmations:

“Not every thought is a fact.”
“This is just a story my brain is telling me.”
“I can notice it and let it pass.”

04/06/2025

Your emotions are not problems to solve—they’re signals to listen to.

Approach them with curiosity and compassion, as if you’re getting to know a part of yourself that’s been waiting to be understood.

Give yourself grace as you learn what each feeling is trying to tell you about your needs, your boundaries, and your heart. ⚓️

SKILL: “Name It to Befriend It”

Big emotions can feel scary—like waves that might sweep us away. But what if we could name them, notice them, and treat them with compassion instead of fear?

This week, practice turning toward your emotions with curiosity. Not to fix or change them—just to understand them.

1. Pause when you feel overwhelmed.

2. Name the emotion gently: “This is sadness.” “This is fear.” “This is anger.”

3. Ask yourself:👉 If this emotion had a voice, what would it say?👉 What does it need from me right now?

4. Respond with kindness, as if you were talking to a friend:“Of course you feel this way. I’m here with you.”

💭 Gentle mantra:

“I can feel this and still be okay.””My emotions are messengers, not enemies.”

03/31/2025

DBT Skill of the Week: TAKE A REST

Life can feel overwhelming, and when emotions run high, it’s easy to react impulsively. The DBT skill “Take a REST” reminds us to pause, regain control, and move forward with intention.

🛑 R – Relax
First, take a deep breath. Relax your body, loosen your shoulders, and release any tension. Try grounding techniques like deep breathing, stretching, or progressive muscle relaxation to shift out of a reactive state.

🤔 E – Evaluate
Ask yourself: What am I feeling? What is happening right now? Is this situation as urgent as it feels? Separate facts from emotions to gain clarity.

🎯 S – Set an Intention
Decide how you want to respond rather than react. Do you need to set a boundary, ask for support, or simply let go? Choose an intention that aligns with your values and long-term goals.

🚀 T – Take Action
Move forward with purpose. Whether it’s stepping away for self-care, having a conversation, or shifting your mindset, take the next step with confidence.

✨ Remember: Resting isn’t avoiding—it’s recalibrating. Give yourself permission to pause so you can respond in a way that serves you best.

Which part of REST do you need most today? Let me know if this resonates with you! 💙

03/26/2025

⚓️SKILL OF THE WEEK⚓️

✨ How to Use Opposite Action:
🔹 Feeling sad and wanting to isolate? Call a friend or go outside.
🔹 Feeling anxious and wanting to avoid? Gently approach what you’re afraid of.
🔹 Feeling angry and wanting to lash out? Do something kind instead.

Changing our actions can shift our emotions over time. 💙 What emotion do you want to challenge this week?

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Thursday	8am - 4pm

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