Varhola Counseling, PLLC

02/07/2026

02/07/2026

👶𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬. Our newest class, 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑪𝒂𝒇é is a welcoming, parent-led gathering where caregivers come together in a safe, non-judgmental space to share experiences, encouragement, and tools for raising children.

Our Parent Café follows the Cook Children’s curriculum and is thoughtfully intertwined with Biblical scripture to provide faith-based encouragement and support. You don’t have to be a current participant to attend, and you can jump in anytime! Join the conversation, connect with other parents, and grow together. 💛

📆 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month
🕙 10:30am - 11:30am
📍 1318 Clear Lake Road, Weatherford, TX

02/01/2026

For those who may not know: Supervision services are available through me for Associate level clinicians in Texas! Pass along to anyone you think might be interested! I have a couple of spots still open at this time!

12/02/2025

12/02/2025

🔔 A Christmas Celebration of Hope 🎄
Saturday, December 13 • 10am–1pm

Center of Hope is excited to host a meaningful Christmas Celebration for families in need right here in Parker County. This special day will provide groceries to make the Christmas meal special, festive activities, prayer and a joyful experience for every guest who walks through our doors.

Families will stroll through beautifully decorated hallways filled with sponsor tables sharing treats, gifts, and lots of holiday cheer. Our hope is that each participant feels seen, welcomed, and wrapped in the warmth of the season. 🎁

11/12/2025

10/28/2025

WISD Cooking Camp
Ages 8-13 - Mon, 11-3

Taught by the best teacher, Ms. Tiel Jenkins

Link to Register
https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/1T7K2YwAMR8dCuOnmC-0sJ6UXIS1Nk2LKc5BiGzyNFb0/viewform?usp=drivesdk&edit_requested=true

Payment Link Below - Due Tomorrow
https://weatherfordisd.revtrak.net/weatherford-high-school-/fccla/ #/v/fall-mini-cooking-camp

Monday Nov 3rd $35 due Oct 28, 2025 Payment link will be sent via email once form is received

10/19/2025

“A child’s emotional well-being is no less important than his or her physical or educational well-being. “

-Garry L. Landreth

10/18/2025

What fun!

Weatherford ISD Career & Technical Education
Grizzard Regional Institute of Technology
Weatherford ISD
Weatherford HS & NGC PTA
Weatherford Ninth Grade Campus

10/18/2025

ADHD is deeply misunderstood.
Most people think it’s just “being easily distracted.”
But ADHD is a complex neurological condition—and it comes with strengths most people never talk about.
Here are 8 truths about ADHD everyone should know:
1. It’s not a lack of attention—it’s a dysregulation of it.
People with ADHD can hyperfocus for hours on what they love—and totally ignore everything else. It’s not about laziness, it’s about control.
2. It’s not just a childhood thing.
ADHD often continues into adulthood. The symptoms just shift:
→ Less bouncing off the walls
→ More mental chaos, disorganization, and overwhelm
Many adults live undiagnosed for years.
3. ADHD brains are wired for novelty and stimulation.
Routine can feel unbearable—but these brains thrive in:
→ High-pressure environments
→ Creative problem solving
→ Fast feedback loops
In the right setting, ADHD becomes a superpower.
4. Rejection Sensitivity is real.
ADHD often includes RSD—Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria.
Criticism or perceived failure can feel crushing.
It’s emotional pain that gets misdiagnosed as mood disorders.
5. Many ADHDers are natural entrepreneurs.
They’re:
→ Big-picture thinkers
→ Risk-takers
→ Unafraid of uncertainty
They struggle with rigid systems—but thrive when creating their own.
6. Executive function is the real challenge.
ADHD affects the brain’s ability to:
→ Plan
→ Prioritize
→ Start/finish tasks
It’s not about intelligence—it’s about activation.
7. Movement helps focus.
→ Pacing
→ Fidgeting
→ Walking while thinking
These aren’t distractions—they’re coping tools.
Even cardio can boost focus and mood.
8. Structure = freedom.
Yes, really.
→ Lists
→ Calendars
→ Visual reminders
These tools reduce overwhelm and build momentum.
Structure doesn’t box ADHDers in—it frees them.
🧠 ADHD isn’t a flaw.
It’s a different operating system.
Understand it. Support it. Harness it.

08/18/2025

Parenting teens can feel like a rollercoaster. One day they’re close and talkative, the next they’re distant and quiet. It’s not a sign you’re failing! This is part of their growth as they seek independence and identity.

What they need most is your steady presence. Even when they act uninterested, your consistency, patience, and love create the safe foundation they will always return to.

Galatians 6:9 reminds us: “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” Every gentle conversation plants seeds you may not see grow right away, but God is faithful to bring fruit in time.

You are not alone, and you’re doing meaningful work even when it feels unseen.

08/01/2025

Let’s Talk About..Co-Regulation

Ever wondered why your child has sudden outbursts or seems to “lose it” over small things? Their brains are still developing, and for kids, especially with ADHD brains, it can feel like emotions hit at full speed without a brake pedal.

Co-regulation is the process of borrowing your calm to help your child find theirs.
It is not:
• Yelling over their meltdown
• Forcing them to “get over it”
• Ignoring their feelings

It is:
• Staying calm and present
• Offering a safe tone, posture, or touch
• Modeling how to breathe and settle

Quick Tips to Begin Co-Regulation:
• Lower your voice instead of raising it
• Sit near rather than over your child
• Offer slow, deep breaths or a gentle hug if they accept it

When you co-regulate, you are teaching your child’s brain what calm feels like. Over time, they’ll start to internalize that skill and self-regulate more effectively.

If your child struggles with big emotions, ADHD, or frequent meltdowns, play therapy can help build these skills in a safe, supportive way!

For more ways to strengthen your child’s emotional toolkit together, contact Kelly Varhola, LPC!

www.kellyvarholacounseling.com