Connection Counseling - Linder Dwyer, LPC

02/06/2026

Yesterday I celebrated 4 years of sobriety from alcohol. I’m grateful to myself for taking the leap. Doing the hard thing even though I didn’t want to. I knew deep down it was time.

Let’s be real, we all have a “thing” that we aren’t proud of. Something that once felt like a solution only to turn around and become destructive. Something that is keeping us stuck in an unhealthy place.

When I read these words from I cried. I cried because it was the truth. I also cried because I felt seen and supported instead of judged. Change felt possible.

If you are battling your “thing” - l hope that this post can be a sign for you to keep going. Never give up on yourself. You can do hard things and you are worth the effort.

Rooting for you.

💖Linder

01/05/2026

Happy 2026! Feels good to be back in the office after a long break. I’ve missed my routines and seeing my clients.

My word and hope for this year is expansion. I want to push myself to continue get out of my comfort zone. That can be extra hard for us but this year I’m feeling brave and ready to take up more space.

What is your word or hope for the year? I’m curious.

11/17/2025

Some for you. 💖

09/25/2025

I went to a conference today and got to hear from some great speakers on issues that affect women’s health. Thank you for hosting this!

09/05/2025

Spotted near the office! Was right after talking with someone about this very thing! I’ll take it as a sign.

Speaking up and making boundaries when you’re used to people pleasing can feel hard and vulnerable, especially at first. Think of it as a muscle that you are building up. It’s hard to get started but if you keep at it, it will feel more and more natural over time. 💪

You’re worth speaking up for even if your voice shakes.

07/06/2025

Daily mental health walk was a little short today, but even getting outside for a little bit helped. Being stuck inside with not much to do, while surrounding areas are experiencing tragedy has been tough. Taking care of yourself is always a good next step. Sending love to the hill country ❤️‍🩹.

06/01/2025

05/23/2025

Said another way - self care is usually something you do not something you buy. Like drinking water or making your bed. It may not be exciting, but it is nurturing to your current and future self. 🚶‍♀️Evening walks are a non negotiable for me these days. ☺️How are you taking care of yourself today?

05/07/2025

Current favorite quote. Haven’t stopped thinking about it since I stopped and really read it. Now I find myself telling clients this all the time. You don’t need to wait to be saved or change. The power already exists within you.

04/25/2025

With care — healing and change is possible. Just ask Bernice. 🪴

04/16/2025

Your approval of yourself is worth more than anyone else’s. It’s easy to get caught up in what others might think or say, but what you think and feel is most important. The truth is that we do best when we are aligned with our own values and act accordingly. .

04/11/2025

It me! I couldn’t help myself. Had to jump on the action figure trend. Always hoping to create a cozy, caring vibe with room for a little moodiness. I also like to have a pen and paper on hand to write thoughts down or draw. Not shown is the extra snacks I always have stashed in my purse just in case 🪴 ✍️☕️