Cedar Counseling & Wellness

Cedar Counseling & Wellness Cedar Counseling & Wellness is a team of experienced, compassionate therapists, working to improve t

Did you know that discernment counseling and marriage counseling serve distinct purposes and goals?Discernment counselin...
02/17/2026

Did you know that discernment counseling and marriage counseling serve distinct purposes and goals?

Discernment counseling is about helping you make a clear, well-informed decision when you're uncertain about your relationship's future. On the other hand, marriage counseling is focused on resolving issues and promoting reconciliation. The key is to align your therapy with your unique needs and goals.

Reflect on your current relationship situation and what you hope to achieve. If you're unsure about your path, consider a few sessions of discernment counseling to gain clarity. If you're committed to improving your relationship, reach out to a marriage counselor to begin the journey to a healthier partnership.

Grief is not limited to the loss of a person through death. The end of a relationship can bring real and valid grief, es...
02/15/2026

Grief is not limited to the loss of a person through death. The end of a relationship can bring real and valid grief, especially during seasons that emphasize connection and love.

If you are navigating relationship grief, support can help you process the loss, make meaning of the experience, and move forward at your own pace.

If this resonates, reach out to us to learn more about therapy options. đź”— in bio.

Valentine’s Day looks different when you’re single and that’s okay.Choosing joy, boundaries, and a little indulgence cou...
02/14/2026

Valentine’s Day looks different when you’re single and that’s okay.

Choosing joy, boundaries, and a little indulgence counts too.

However you’re spending the day, you’re allowed to make it yours.


02/13/2026

Monthly Therapy Reads: This month’s Therapist Book Pick comes from Carrie Nicholes, LCSW C.

John Gottman’s The 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work is grounded in decades of research and offers practical, accessible tools for strengthening communication, building trust, and deepening connection.

With Valentine’s Day this month, it’s a great reminder that relationships grow through everyday habits, not just big moments. Whether you are looking to reconnect or be more intentional, this book is a helpful place to start.

Have you read it? Let us know below.

Conflict happens in every relationship. What matters most is how you come back together after. Repair can look like a pa...
02/11/2026

Conflict happens in every relationship. What matters most is how you come back together after. Repair can look like a pause, an apology, a softer tone, or choosing curiosity instead of defensiveness.

Healthy relationships are built through small moments of repair, not perfection.


Mindful Monday reminder to check in with yourself.Before the week gets busy, take a moment to notice how you are actuall...
02/09/2026

Mindful Monday reminder to check in with yourself.

Before the week gets busy, take a moment to notice how you are actually feeling. Naming your emotions can help create space, clarity, and self understanding. You do not need to fix anything. Awareness alone is a powerful first step.

Communication challenges do not mean your relationship is failing. They often signal an opportunity to slow down, listen...
02/06/2026

Communication challenges do not mean your relationship is failing. They often signal an opportunity to slow down, listen differently, and reconnect.

Small shifts in how you communicate can create meaningful change over time. Couples counseling can help you build healthier patterns and feel more connected.

If you are ready to strengthen your relationship and improve communication, we are here to help.

Traditional therapy approaches do not work for everyone. For many neurodivergent adults, they can feel invalidating or d...
02/03/2026

Traditional therapy approaches do not work for everyone. For many neurodivergent adults, they can feel invalidating or disconnected from lived experience.

Inference Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or I CBT, offers a different approach. Instead of challenging thoughts as irrational, it explores how certain ideas come to feel real and how imagined possibilities begin to override present moment experience. When practiced from a neurodiversity affirming perspective, I CBT honors intuition, meaning making, and internal authority rather than trying to correct or override them.

Our latest blog explores how I CBT can support neurodivergent adults in building self trust, reducing shame, and reconnecting with their inner experience.

To read more and learn about our therapy offerings check out our website! đź”— in bio

01/30/2026

Therapist Spotlight: Carrie Nicholes, LCSW-C

Carrie is the founder of Cedar Counseling and Wellness, and she started Cedar with a clear intention: to create a space that truly supports both clients and therapists.

In her work, Carrie believes that healing happens best in an environment where people feel safe, understood, and genuinely cared for. She is passionate about building a practice that values connection, balance, and sustainability, not just outcomes.

Her therapy style is warm, down to earth, and collaborative. Sessions are not overly clinical or rigid, but you will leave with practical tools, greater self awareness, and support you can carry into everyday life.
Carrie works with adults and young adults navigating anxiety, stress, self worth, life transitions, and relationship challenges. She offers complimentary 15 minute consultations and is currently accepting new clients. Learn more or schedule a consult through the link in our bio.

01/28/2026

Feeling overwhelmed or disconnected?

This 4-7-8 breathing exercise is a simple way to calm your nervous system and bring your body back into a sense of safety. Try breathing along with this reel whenever stress feels high, your mind feels busy, or you need a gentle reset.

Save this to come back to later, and share it with someone who could use a moment to breathe today.

Mindful Monday: Reflection & Gratitude ✨Gratitude doesn’t have to be big or dramatic. Sometimes it’s simply noticing wha...
01/26/2026

Mindful Monday: Reflection & Gratitude ✨

Gratitude doesn’t have to be big or dramatic. Sometimes it’s simply noticing what quietly worked and giving yourself credit for showing up. Let this reflection guide how you care for yourself moving forward.

What’s one habit from last year you’re grateful for?

Staying busy can look productive on the outside, but it often leaves our nervous system running on empty. Rest is not a ...
01/23/2026

Staying busy can look productive on the outside, but it often leaves our nervous system running on empty. Rest is not a reward you earn after doing enough. It is a necessary part of caring for your mental and emotional health.

As you move into a new year, give yourself permission to pause. Slowing down can help you reconnect with what actually matters and support sustainable wellbeing.

Rest counts. Quiet counts. Taking care of yourself counts.

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Annapolis, MD
21401

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