Graceful Balance Wellness

Graceful Balance Wellness Christian Multidisciplinary Mental Health & Wellness Group Practice serving MD and PA

Holistic psychotherapy is an approach that addresses the “whole you” — mind, body and spirit. I offer evidenced-based approaches that take into account your emotional, physical, social, and spiritual well-being. My mission is to help you heal, energize, and become aware of your innate strengths. During counseling sessions, I provide you with my undivided attention, ensuring you feel safe & understood. My treatment plans integrate mind, body and spiritual approaches to help you move forward with grace & confidence.

Communication in MarriageCommunication is more than asking, “What’s for dinner?” or “Who’s picking up the kids?”It was n...
10/07/2025

Communication in Marriage

Communication is more than asking, “What’s for dinner?” or “Who’s picking up the kids?”

It was never meant to look like shouting matches, silent treatments, or cold distance. True communication in marriage is an opportunity to:
✨ Listen to your spouse’s heart
✨ Hear their needs and ideas
✨ Show grace, forgiveness, and love
✨ Build unity through intentional connection

Yes, life requires us to work out logistics—but marriage was designed by God for something deeper.

📖 “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.” – Ephesians 4:2

When we slow down, turn toward one another, and truly listen, we invest in the kind of partnership that reflects God’s love.

Heather Anne, our Certified Life Coach and Prepare & Enrich facilitator, walks with couples who want to strengthen their connection and rediscover joy, intimacy, and unity in their marriage. Whether you’re struggling to communicate or simply want to invest in your relationship, coaching offers the tools and encouragement to grow together.

👉 Ready to take the next step? Schedule a free consultation and see how relationship coaching can transform your marriage.

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✨ We’re Full! ✨Our free community Book + Bible Study, Why Am I Like This? is officially at capacity. We’re so thankful f...
09/30/2025

✨ We’re Full! ✨
Our free community Book + Bible Study, Why Am I Like This? is officially at capacity. We’re so thankful for the overwhelming interest and can’t wait to dive into this journey of faith and healing with those who registered.

👉 Didn’t get a spot this time? Stay tuned—Graceful Balance Wellness will be offering more groups and workshops in the future. Keep an eye out here or join our newsletter to be the first to know!

Expectations. We all have them—especially in marriage.Some come from what we saw growing up, others from the early days ...
09/30/2025

Expectations. We all have them—especially in marriage.

Some come from what we saw growing up, others from the early days of dating, and still others from our own desires. But when those expectations go unspoken, they can create frustration, conflict, and disconnection.

✨ “Of course she will make dinner every night like my mom did.”
✨ “He will fix our broken toilet. That’s what husbands do.”
✨ “We’ll always have Friday date night, just like when we were engaged.”

The truth? Most of these expectations were never decided together, yet we carry them as though our spouse should “just know.”

That’s why relationship coaching matters. With tools like the Prepare & Enrich program, Heather Anne helps couples:
✔ Explore hidden expectations that may be weighing on their relationship
✔ Replace blame with healthy, grace-filled communication
✔ Strengthen connection by building realistic, life-giving goals together
✔ Rediscover joy, intimacy, and unity rooted in God’s love

📖 “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor.” – Ecclesiastes 4:9

Your marriage doesn’t have to be weighed down by unspoken or unrealistic expectations. Coaching gives you the space to reset, rebuild, and thrive—together.

👉 Book a free consultation today to learn how Heather Anne can help you and your spouse step into a stronger, Christ-centered marriage.

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The Power of the PauseSometimes the most powerful tool for our mental health isn’t doing more—it’s learning to pause. ✨H...
09/29/2025

The Power of the Pause

Sometimes the most powerful tool for our mental health isn’t doing more—it’s learning to pause. ✨

Here’s a simple practice you can try today:

Pause for one full minute. Close your eyes if you’d like.

Place your hand over your heart. Notice your breath, notice your body.

Pray a one-line prayer. Something simple, like:
“Jesus, I give You my stress.” or “Lord, I trust You in this moment.”

Take three deep breaths. Inhale slowly, exhale fully.

This tiny pause can reset your nervous system, calm anxious thoughts, and help you remember that you’re not walking through your day alone.

💛 Remember: Mindfulness isn’t about emptying your mind—it’s about filling it with God’s presence and truth in the middle of your day.

👉 What’s one quick prayer or scripture you come back to when you need a reset?

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Amanda Gibbons, LCSW-C 🌟We are so thankful for Amanda Gibbons, one of our licensed clinical social wo...
09/27/2025

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Amanda Gibbons, LCSW-C 🌟

We are so thankful for Amanda Gibbons, one of our licensed clinical social workers here at Graceful Balance Wellness! Amanda specializes in working with perinatal women, children, teens, young adults, and those navigating grief, anxiety, and difficult life transitions.

💛 With her certification in Perinatal Mental Health and training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Amanda brings a deep understanding of how trauma and stress affect the mind and body—and how to foster healing and resilience. Whether you are preparing for parenthood, struggling with postpartum adjustments, or walking through loss, Amanda provides a compassionate, faith-based space to process, heal, and grow.

Amanda also supports children and teens—helping them navigate stress, anxiety, identity, and life’s transitions with encouragement and practical tools.

📍 Amanda offers both in-person sessions and virtual appointments at both locations, though please note she currently has limited daytime availability as her evening hours are full.

✨ Amanda’s heart is to walk alongside her clients with gentleness and faith, reminding them they are never alone in their struggles.

➡️ Ready to take the next step? Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with Amanda today:
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✨ Faith Friday ✨“Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him.” – Psalm 37:7Life can feel loud, fast, and overwhe...
09/26/2025

✨ Faith Friday ✨

“Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him.” – Psalm 37:7

Life can feel loud, fast, and overwhelming. We’re often tempted to rush ahead, solve everything on our own, or hold all the pieces together by sheer willpower. But God gently reminds us: you don’t have to have it all figured out.

Rest is not wasted. Waiting is not weakness. Sitting at His feet, listening for His voice, and trusting His timing is one of the greatest acts of faith we can practice.

Whatever you’re facing today—whether uncertainty in your future, stress in your family, or heaviness in your heart—remember that God is working behind the scenes. If it’s not beautiful yet, He’s not done with it.

💛 This week, take a moment to slow down. Breathe deeply. Pray simply: “Lord, I trust You with this.”

You are not forgotten. You are not behind. You are right where God can meet you. 🌿

👉 What’s one area of your life where you need to release control and trust God’s timing?

🌿 Event Spotlight: Why Am I Like This? – Exploring Faith, Trauma, and Healing in CommunityHave you ever wondered why you...
09/25/2025

🌿 Event Spotlight: Why Am I Like This? – Exploring Faith, Trauma, and Healing in Community

Have you ever wondered why you react the way you do, or why certain struggles feel impossible to break free from? You’re not alone.

Join us for a FREE community Bible study based on Why Am I Like This? by therapist and author Kobe Campbell. Together, we’ll explore the intersection of faith, trauma, and healing in a safe, welcoming group setting.

📖 This is not therapy, but a space for encouragement, education, and connection. If you discover that you’d like more support, our team at Graceful Balance Wellness would be honored to walk alongside you.

✨ Details:
📅 Date: Monday's beginning Oct 13
📍 Location: Graceful Balance Wellness – Hanover, PA Office
👥 Spots: Limited to 12 participants
📚 Book Required: Please purchase your copy of "Why Am I Like This?" ahead of time.

Led by our founder, Brittany Edie, and counseling intern, Alyson Groft, this study is an opportunity to find hope and direction as we invite God into our places of pain and begin to walk toward freedom.

➡️ Reserve your spot today by commenting MORE and we'll send you the link to sign up!

Clutter isn’t just about messy closets—it’s about the emotional, physical, and spiritual buildup that weighs us down. Wh...
09/24/2025

Clutter isn’t just about messy closets—it’s about the emotional, physical, and spiritual buildup that weighs us down. When we pause to clear space in our lives, we open room for peace, healing, and God’s presence.

🧠 Emotional Wellbeing: processing hard feelings in safe spaces
💪 Physical Wellbeing: caring for your body through rest & nourishment
🙏 Spiritual Wellbeing: returning to God as your source of strength

Which area do you feel God is asking you to “declutter” today?

💍 Service Spotlight: Relationship Coaching with Heather AnneMarriage is a journey filled with both joy and challenge. In...
09/23/2025

💍 Service Spotlight: Relationship Coaching with Heather Anne

Marriage is a journey filled with both joy and challenge. In the beginning, it’s easy to pour our energy into learning everything about our spouse—their dreams, their quirks, their passions. But as life gets busier, it’s also easy to drift, lose intentionality, and let disconnection creep in.

That’s where relationship coaching comes in.
Heather Anne Kehr, Certified Life Coach and Prepare & Enrich facilitator, walks alongside couples to help them:
✨ Strengthen communication and connection
✨ Navigate conflict with grace and understanding
✨ Reignite affection and shared purpose
✨ Build a Christ-centered foundation for the future

Whether you’re dating, newly married, or decades into your marriage, Heather Anne helps couples lean back into their vows, choose forgiveness, and experience God’s design for oneness of heart.

📖 “We love because He first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19

👉 If you and your spouse feel stuck, disconnected, or ready to grow deeper together, schedule a free consultation to learn how Heather Anne can help you rediscover joy and purpose in your marriage.

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The Power of Whole-Person Care 🌿When it comes to healing, one tool alone rarely tells the whole story. At Graceful Balan...
09/22/2025

The Power of Whole-Person Care 🌿

When it comes to healing, one tool alone rarely tells the whole story. At Graceful Balance Wellness, we believe that true transformation comes from addressing the mind, body, and spirit together.

✨ Counseling helps you process emotions, shift thought patterns, and heal past wounds.
✨ Nutrition & Functional Medicine give your body the fuel and balance it needs for energy, clarity, and mood stability.
✨ Christ Centered Yoga Therapy & Somatic Practices help you release what’s stored in your body and regulate your nervous system.
✨ Coaching provides direction, accountability, and clarity as you rediscover your God-given purpose.

💡 Mindfulness Tool for Today:
Pause and ask yourself—“Which part of me needs care right now—my mind, my body, or my spirit?” Then take one small, intentional step in that direction. Maybe it’s journaling, a walk in nature, eating a nourishing meal, or taking a few deep breaths in prayer.

📖 “May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:23

💛 You don’t have to choose one area of healing over another. God designed you as a whole person—mind, body, and spirit—and your healing matters in every area.

👉 Ready to take the next step in your journey? Schedule a free consultation with one of our providers today: graceful-balance.co/contact

🌿 Staff Spotlight: Meet Alyson Groft, Counseling Intern 🌿Alyson Groft is one of our amazing counseling interns here at G...
09/20/2025

🌿 Staff Spotlight: Meet Alyson Groft, Counseling Intern 🌿

Alyson Groft is one of our amazing counseling interns here at Graceful Balance Wellness! Alyson sees children ages 5+ through adults at our Hanover, PA office and virtually. She currently has availability on Mondays and Thursdays.

💛 Alyson has a heart for walking alongside clients of all ages through life’s challenges, offering compassion, support, and guidance. As part of her training, she is also co-leading our upcoming community book and Bible study, “Why Am I Like This?” based on Kobe Campbell’s powerful book on trauma and healing.

✨ Sessions with Alyson are offered at scholarship rates, making therapy more accessible for those who may not otherwise be able to pursue it.

If you or your child are struggling with stress, anxiety, or life transitions—or you’re simply looking for a safe place to grow and heal—Alyson would be honored to walk with you.

📅 Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if Alyson is the right fit for you:
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Darkness doesn’t get the final word. ✨Whether you’re facing fear, anxiety, or uncertainty, God’s light can bring freedom...
09/19/2025

Darkness doesn’t get the final word. ✨

Whether you’re facing fear, anxiety, or uncertainty, God’s light can bring freedom, peace, and direction. In our new blog, Trading Darkness for Light, we talk about what it means to invite Him into your everyday life—and how His presence transforms the way we move through hard seasons.

💡 Freedom from lies
💡 Peace in the chaos
💡 Direction for the next step

You don’t have to figure it all out alone. He is with you, and His light is already shining.

👉 Tap the link in our bio to read the full blog.

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Brittany Edie is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and an approved LCPC Supervisor in the state of Maryland. Brittany began her work in the non-profit mental health field in 2007 working in a residential rehabilitation program helping people with severe mental illness. She attended McDaniel College for both her Bachelor and Master’s degrees, completing her schooling in 2009. She began working in an Outpatient Mental Health Clinic providing individual, group and couples/family counseling in 2011 after becoming licensed. That same year, she completed a graduate certificate in Marriage & Family Therapy from Capella University. In August 2014, she became a Program Director of an OMHC and in 2015 began working in private practice.

Brittany provides a non-judgmental, faith-based approach to counseling. She recognizes the importance of bringing Christ into the process of counseling and healing, as well as the importance of connecting mind, body and spirit. Brittany has experience working alongside adults going through relational/marital issues, as well as those dealing with depression, anxiety or life transitions. She provides individual, marriage & premarital counseling. In 2018, Brittany completed training with YogaFaith to become a registered yoga teacher through Yoga Alliance. She plans to offer Yoga services in conjunction with counseling including but not limited to YogaFaith classes, Yoga workshops for depression & anxiety, Trauma Sensitive Yoga & Yoga as self-care for Counselors.