Wellness Counseling and Evaluation

Wellness Counseling and Evaluation We provide individual therapy and coaching—both in-office in Yakima, Washington, and virtually across the state.

Whether you're navigating stress, anxiety, or life's challenges, we're here to support your journey to balance and resilience.

02/16/2026

Date night is not a luxury, it’s a necessity for healthy relationships.

Try these 3 tips to keep dating alive in your relationship ➡️

1. Put it on the calendar, and once it’s scheduled, make it non-negotiable. Schedule it weekly, if not, every other week.

2. Keep it simple. It does not need to be extravagant or cost a lot of money. You don’t even need to leave the house!

3. Make it intentional. Make it something with some meaning. Try something you haven’t done before, a new restaurant or new game, or review old wedding photos.

Dating is about continuing to get to know the person. Don’t forget how much you like them. ❤️

02/11/2026

✨ Relationship Myth Busters with Charity ✨

Myth 1: We are starting to fight. Something’s wrong with our relationship.
Truth: Healthy relationships fight, and then they repair with the intent to connect, not to win.

Myth 2: Great marriages or relationships should be effortless and easy.
Truth: Great relationships take intentionality. Small daily choices go way further than the grand gestures.

Myth 3: We have drifted apart, it must be over.
Truth: Distance might be a cue that there’s something a little bit off. But it’s not the verdict that it’s over. Instead, be curious and focus on reconnection, not quitting.

02/10/2026

🗣️ February is not just about romantic relationships.

We want to focus on real relationships that are impacting your quality of life every single day.

All month, our team will share practical therapist-approved tools to help improve your relationships with your partner, your children, your parents, and even yourself.

Real relationships take work, and we are here to support you on that journey. 💕

02/09/2026

💗Healthy Relationship don’t rely on mind-reading.
They rely on communication and shared expectations.
If you want Valentine’s Day to feel good, talk about what matters to you - and ask what matters to them.

02/09/2026

💗Want Valentine’s Day to feel more genuine and authentic to your relationship AND avoid disappointment?

Healthy relationships don’t rely on mind-reading.
They rely on communication and shared expectations.
If you want Valentine’s Day to feel good, talk about what matters to you - and ask what matters to them.

Valentine’s Day brings a lot of pressure to look “perfect.”We’re choosing something different.All February, we’re focusi...
02/09/2026

Valentine’s Day brings a lot of pressure to look “perfect.”

We’re choosing something different.

All February, we’re focusing on real relationships — the kind that take courage, communication, and care.

Whether it’s with a partner, someone you’re dating, or your kids, we’re here to support the relationships that matter most. ❤️

Building a Values-Aligned LifeIf I want 2026 to be more aligned with my values, I have to be willing to live them, not j...
02/05/2026

Building a Values-Aligned Life

If I want 2026 to be more aligned with my values, I have to be willing to live them, not just name them.

Where can I place my values so I see them daily? (on my phone, on the fridge, in my car)

When I’m about to say yes, can I pause and ask myself “Does this choice actually align with my values?”

If the answer is no… am I willing to be brave enough to say no anyway?

What boundaries do I need around my time and energy to protect the life I say I want?

Am I trading something that’s “good enough” for the chance to live something truly great – a life aligned with my values?

Living your values isn’t about being rigid. It’s about being honest, intentional, and courageous. One choice at a time.

01/26/2026

Hard Truths and Hills I Will Die On

1️⃣ Therapy isn’t for the weak.
It’s for people who want to grow, heal, and build a life that feels aligned and meaningful. Seeking support is a sign of strength and intention.

2️⃣ Early and prolonged social media use affects mental health.
Excessive screen time impacts mood, attention, sleep, and overall well-being. Our nervous systems weren’t designed for constant stimulation or comparison.

3️⃣ The American pace of life is burning people out.
Chronic striving, overworking, and nonstop busyness aren’t badges of honor. They’re significant contributors to anxiety, depression, and the physical symptoms that appear when limits are ignored.

4️⃣ Rest is not optional.
If you don’t choose to slow down, your body and mind eventually will. Rest is a biological necessity, not a luxury.

5️⃣ Medication can be life-changing.
It can stabilize, support, and save lives. But medication alone doesn’t address the patterns, beliefs, or skills needed for long-term change. Therapy matters.

6️⃣ Your brain can’t thrive on poor nutrition.
What you feed your body directly impacts mood, energy, focus, and resilience. Mental and physical health are deeply connected

These aren’t hot takes. They’re lessons shaped by 20+ years of clinical work and helping hundreds of clients heal.

01/23/2026

We don’t want you to just survive — we want you to truly thrive.

We’re so passionate about this work and love sharing tools, hope, and encouragement with you. Thank you for being part of this community and for your continued support as we step into 2026 together. 💛

What if 2026 wasn’t about doing more… but living more honestly and living life connected to your values?This year, we’re...
01/20/2026

What if 2026 wasn’t about doing more… but living more honestly and living life connected to your values?

This year, we’re invited to slow down enough to ask:
Who do I actually want to be?
What are my top 5 values I want to align my life to?
What matters most to me—beneath the noise?

Values aren’t goals.
Knowing your values and living by them means taking an honest assessment of your life and determing if your life aligns with the things that are the absolute most important to you.

Living your values doesn’t mean life gets easier.
It means you design your life based on what is most important to you. It also means you will feel more fulfilled, content, and grounded in the life you have created. We only get to do this thing called LIFE one time. Don't let it pass you by without grabbing onto it and truly living.

2026 doesn’t need a new version of you.
It needs a more honest one.

Need a place to start? Check out the link for a list of 100 values, and highlight the top 5 that are the most important to you. Is your life currently aligning with what you highlighted?

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tFQ_mX_c1THWNoLDFc0t-AkVFr7tWWLe/view?usp=sharing

Stay tuned for more tips on how to live out your values!

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