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4 Things to Expect When Starting Counseling

What is counseling all about? Written by: Laura Kotlowski, MA, LPC, LCDC, NCC, CCTP, EMDR Trained Counseling is a journey of healing, gaining insights, and learning healthy ways to get along with life in general. We understand that starting counseling is a major...

Why Counseling Kinda Sucks. Pt 1

Written by: Rebecca Flores  If you’re asking yourself, “Do I really need counseling?”, “Why can’t I get it together without counseling?” or “Why does everyone else look so happy and they’re not in counseling?” This article is for you. We get it. Counseling kinda...

5 Ways to Know if your Stress is actually Anxiety

Everyone experiences stress and worry from time to time. The difference between feeling stressed versus having clinical anxiety is very specific. Here are a few things to keep an eye out for if you’re wondering if your worry is becoming a problem. Feeling anxious can...
Why Grief Sucks So Bad

Why Grief Sucks So Bad

By Laura Kotlowski, LPC                 Loss and the grief that comes with it, are among the most difficult situations humans have to face.  Hands down.  I tell people close to me, “I don’t do grief well.”  It is my truth, and I...

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Why Counseling Kinda Sucks Pt. 2

Why Counseling Kinda Sucks Pt. 2

Ever had that feeling when everyone else is eating donuts for breakfast but you’re drinking your protein shake? How about that moment when you’re called lame for skipping the late-night outing with friends so you can be home before midnight? This is also one of the...

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4 Things to Expect When Starting Counseling

4 Things to Expect When Starting Counseling

What is counseling all about? Written by: Laura Kotlowski, MA, LPC, LCDC, NCC, CCTP, EMDR Trained Counseling is a journey of healing, gaining insights, and learning healthy ways to get along with life in general. We understand that starting counseling is a major...

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