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February 6, 2022

Teens, Treatment, and Telehealth: Accessible Mental Health Solutions

By CHRISTINE UNRUH, MS, LPC (MN), LPC (WI)  Day Treatment Program Manager “The mental health of our youth is a significant public health challenge that needs […]
January 26, 2022

Grace through Grief: Miscarriage and Stillbirth Grief (Pregnancy and Infant Loss)

This is part four in a four-part series on the topic of grief. It is our hope that through this series, God’s people can better understand […]
January 26, 2022

Grace through Grief: Grieving as a Grandparent

This is part three in a four-part series on the topic of grief. It is our hope that through this series, God’s people can better understand […]
January 26, 2022

Grace through Grief: Surviving the Death of a Spouse

This is part two in a four-part series on the topic of grief. It is our hope that through this series, God’s people can better understand […]
January 12, 2022

Untangling the Web of Addiction: The Role of Spirituality in Treatment

(Part 4 in a 4-part series) By: JESSICA SMITH, MA, LMFT, LADC, BC-TMH. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Clinical Director The […]
January 7, 2022

Feeling Anxious?

By Drew Dryness If you answered “Yes!” to that question, you are not alone. In fact, you are part of the majority. Rates of anxiety and […]
January 6, 2022

How to know when your teen needs help

By Katelyn Bolte, LPCC Since the pandemic, distance learning, isolation, economic instability, fear, and increased deaths, have led to unprecedented levels of depression, anxiety, and trauma […]
January 5, 2022

Untangling the Web of Addiction: Effective Treatment Solutions

(Part 3 in a 4-part series) By: JESSICA SMITH, MA, LMFT, LADC, BC-TMH. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Clinical Director The […]
January 5, 2022

Untangling the Web of Addiction: Overcoming Challenges Toward Treatment

(Part 2 in a 4-part series) By: Madeline Kelly, LPCC, NCC, LADC, CCTP. Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor Some people thrive when […]
January 4, 2022

Does video counseling actually work?

By Drew Dyrssen It’s 2022 and the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our daily lives. Many continue to face restrictions, transitions, and health conditions, which have […]
January 4, 2022

Grace through Grief: The Types and Stages of Grief

This is part one in a four-part series on the topic of grief. It is our hope that through this series, God’s people can better understand […]
January 2, 2022

Untangling the Web of Addiction: The Relationship between Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders

(Part 1 in a 4-part series) By: Madeline Kelly, LPCC, NCC, LADC, CCTP Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor “I am finally a […]
January 1, 2022

Gratitude Through Tough Times

By: Sarah Brinkley, LPC Licensed Professional Counselor With the ongoing news of COVID-19 outbreaks, many continue to feel overwhelmed, anxious, and sad. Plans continue to change, […]
December 20, 2021

Home for the Holidays: Practical Advice for Connecting with Your Children

By Katelyn Bolte, LPCC Child and Adolescent Services Program Manager 2021 – A year of more uncertainty and protocols. For some of us, the Christmas season […]
December 18, 2021

All is calm, all is bright: Managing your mental health at Christmastime

By Jessica Smith, LMFT, BC-TMH Christmas lights are shining in the streets, holiday music is on the radio, and there are joyous celebration ads on television.  […]
November 22, 2021

Compassion in action: Binding wounds, soothing hearts, providing psychological first aid

Amidst holiday cheer, we see tragedy, hardship, and heartache present. Many of us have experienced this in the privacy of our own homes and in the […]
November 22, 2021

Emotional Distress Following a Traumatic Event

Diana Migacz, Licensed Professional Counselor In light of recent tragedy, it is common to hear that “counselors will be on site” to offer resources for those […]
November 17, 2021

“I Am Codependent No More!”

“I’m finally able to love myself and my family, putting behind things that have happened to me so that I am confident once again.”   Michael’s […]

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