Pathways to Hope Counseling, LLC

06/15/2023

Our friend and colleague, Jessica Ann at Hope Again, PLLC is hosting a self-care and wellness retreat for ladies in the beautiful red sandstone mountains of southwest Utah this September. This would be a wonderful getaway for mamas and/or ladies in helping professions.

05/05/2023

Grab your crew and head outside to see a prenumbral lunar eclipse and some possible meteor showers this evening. 💫

A full moon is coming soon!

A not just a full moon, but for some, a prenumbral lunar eclipse and maybe even a meteor shower!

Peaking on Friday afternoon, the Flower moon will appear full and bright on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Don't miss it!

For some, this full moon will dim slightly during a prenumbral lunar eclipse (Continental Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and the western Pacific Islands).

If you're lucky enough to see the prenumbral eclipse, you might also have potential for "shooting stars", as the peak of the Eta Aquarid meteor shower occurs on May 5. The light from a full moon usually makes meteor showers particularly hard to see, but the lunar eclipse, combined with possible very bright meteors, might allow some of them to be visible.

04/09/2023

He is Risen. ✝️

03/31/2023

If you need a little encouragement today, Kim is sharing her favorite scriptures, which are full of hope and peace. 📖 🕊️

Better yet, tag a friend too!

03/29/2023

Looking for help with...
- parenting without getting caught in the moment
- being a consistent parenting in ever changing culture
- parenting based on values/morals
- parenting strong willed kids
- feeling like you're losing your mind while parenting
- listening attentively, asking questions, and responding when your child/teen express ideas/interest/values different than your own

Leave a thumbs up if this sounds like you. Then contact Marc at hello@naturecounseling.com to set up a time to talk about his new parenting program or to schedule a time to talk.

03/27/2023

Finding where you fit in can feel like it takes FOREVER! But our new group FRIENDSHIP ESSENTIALS will help you thrive in genuine relationships.

Join Caitlin on Thursdays at 4:00 pm as we learn essential skills for healthy, thriving friendships. The group is for girls ages 13-15 and will be $30 per session and we expect it to meet for 8-10 weeks.

📧 For questions and to register, email us at hello@naturecounseling.com

03/24/2023

When anxiety strikes, you need to know how to handle it right then.

Here are some ways to combat anxiety in the moment:

1. Breathe- One of the best things you can do when you start to feel that familiar panicky feeling is to breathe. It may sound basic, but basic is great when managing anxiety symptoms.

2. Name what you’re feeling- When you’re experiencing an anxious episode, you may not realize what’s going on until you’re really in the thick of it. Recognizing anxiety for what it is may help you calm down quicker

3. Exercise- A quick burst of exercise that increases your heart rate is helpful at reducing anxiety.

4. Laugh- Like most mindfulness training, humor visualization takes you out of worrying about things that might happen in the future and focuses you back in your present circumstances, in the “now.”

5. Distract yourself- If nothing seems to be working to pull your focus from your anxious thoughts, maybe it’s time to find a temporary distraction. For example, if you’re lying in bed, wide awake, obsessing about what tomorrow will bring and deep breathing and other techniques aren’t working, get up and leave your bedroom and find a distraction in another room.

Let us know in the comments below your favorite technique.

03/22/2023

Join our parenting cohort. This will be a short-term, group program for parents of all ages. Marc will explore parent-child relationship concepts like style, motivations, and values. You’ll walk away with Christ-centered parenting knowledge and a more focused relationship.

Email Marc at hello@naturecounseling.com if you have questions or to register. You will learn how to have consistent parenting in ever changing culture.

03/02/2023

If you’re feeling tired, run down, or depressed, we can help! Here are 10 ways to boost your mental health today:

🌿 Make social connection—especially face to face — a priority
🌿 Stay active
🌿 Talk to someone
🌿 Appeal to your senses; listen to music, take a walk in nature, etc.
🌿 Take up a relaxation practice
🌿 Slow down
🌿 Eat healthy foods
🌿 Get enough sleep
🌿 Find your purpose
🌿 Get help if you need it

02/25/2023

Wondering what services Pathways to Hope Counseling offers?

No two people are the same and we tailor our therapy to meet the specific needs of clients. We offer one-on-one counseling and group programs are also available.

Two of our new programs are:
• Frindships Essentials (starting March 2) with Caitlin. This group program is for girls ages 13-15.
• Parenting Support with Marc. This group is focused on parents of teens.

Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression or any other issue, we are here for you. Send us a message to request more information about these programs. We are here to serve you.

02/21/2023

Searching for your people?

Google searches for “how can I meet new friends?” and “how can I make friends?” have been trending, especially since the lifting of covid restrictions.

Come learn about the essentials of friendship with us!

🗓️Thursdays, starting Mar 2 @ 4:00
👯‍♀️ 13-15 year old girls
✨$30/group session
📧hello@naturecounseling.com to register