Grace•Grit•Growth Counseling

10/26/2025

One of the most powerful steps in managing our emotions, and helping our children manage through big emotions, is learning to recognize cognitive distortions.

Cognitive distortions are the mental filters or thinking traps that can twist how we see ourselves, others, and the world.

When we’re aware of these patterns, we can pause, challenge them, and curiously explore what is more true.

By naming and reframing distorted thoughts, we teach children (and ourselves) that feelings are valid, but not always facts. Over time, this builds resilience, grit, empathy, and emotional intelligence. The essential tools for lifelong wellbeing.

These skills are integral pieces of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; which a qualified licensed therapist can walk alongside you in learning and practicing. Reach out today for more information about scheduling an appointment to build habits in recognizing cognitive distortions and reframing.

10/25/2025

This weekend in Brookings 🖤

Join us for the Walk for Hope 5K on Sunday, October 26th at 3 p.m. on the SDSU campus, hosted by the Student Collaboration for the Advancement and Promotion of Pharmacy (SCAPP)!

This year, proceeds from the event will support Emily’s Hope, helping us continue our mission of removing the stigma of substance use disorder through awareness, education, and prevention. 💜

Mental health and substance use are often deeply connected, and we’re honored that SCAPP chose to support Emily's Hope with this impactful event, especially during Substance Use Awareness Month.

Register today to walk, run, or show your support: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGbrAQZzgkum82fUPHgm-gGLq_DY2oxI1qa8D7TnFhpSYaxw/viewform

10/24/2025

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We love celebrating Halloween in our home. It is important to understand how to help your littles manage through the overstimulation that naturally can come with holidays. This great resource from The Blue Couch is something to check out!

Is your family getting dressed up for Halloween?

Halloween is a big feelings holiday: excitement, sugar, costumes, and spooky surprises! When the meltdowns appear faster than the candy corn disappears, remember:

🍬 A tired, overstimulated brain needs connection, not correction.
💙 Try a quick hug, a calm voice, and a deep breath together before diving back into the fun.

Because the best kind of magic this Halloween is emotional regulation in disguise. ✨

10/22/2025

Even as someone with a masters degree in social work, as a mama, I’m still trying to work on this everyday…

Lindsay Braman - Therapist & Psychoeducator ❤️

10/16/2025

Who wants to join me at The Cove- Brookings Nutrition Monday to talk how to get involved with Brookings County Youth Mentoring Program!

Join us on Monday from 9 AM to 11 AM at the The Cove- Brookings Nutrition 💙

We’re kicking off SD Giving season with cozy vibes and community connection!

Enjoy a free drink, sponsored by Teesdale Law PLLC and The COVE, while chatting with BCYMP staff about how just a few hours a month can make a lifelong difference for a local youth.
No pressure! Just good sips, great conversation, and a chance to add a little more meaning to our community. Message if you have questions!

10/14/2025

Pete the Cat Trick or Pete is a great book to preteach Trick or Treating to your littles with Halloween coming up! Pete walks through all sorts of experiences and uses self talk reminding him the pretend items of Halloween are “not so spooky!”

It’s 34% off right now; so I’ll drop the link!

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10/13/2025

The website is up and live; more to come including our first upcoming parent asynchronous series (as asked for!) stay tuned!

Behavioral health therapy, psychoeducation and consultation in Brookings, SD offering telehealth appointments. Wellmark, Avera Health Plans, Sanford, Medicaid, and Medicare insurances accepted.

10/10/2025

Please see some of the updated needs at the Brookings Area Foster Closet. If you are an entity supporting youth with needs - and are looking for something specific - also reach out to them.

10/08/2025

Long days in the cab take a toll on more than your body, they wear on your mind too.

Need someone to talk to?

SDSU Behavioral Health Vouchers for up to 5 FREE counseling sessions for producers & agribusiness families
or
Avera Farm & Rural Stress Hotline — 1-800-691-4336 (Free & Confidential)

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10/08/2025

These textured breathing prompt stickers are 15% off for prime days and are a great addition to water bottles, laptops, bags, or simply to carry around in pockets to help as we all practice more self regulation activities; especially with our littles!

We offer easy, convenient returns with at least one free return option: no shipping charges. All returns must comply with our returns policy.

10/08/2025

Think Again by Adam Grant is a book I often recommend for clients. It’s 58% off for Prime Days!! Adam writes about embracing the power of rethinking, questioning opinions, and assumptions instead of clinging to them. It reviews skills of staying curious, testing ideas, and being open to changing your mind.

The book offers practical tools for improving conversations, decision-making, and learning through intellectual humility and flexibility.

Intelligence is usually seen as the ability to think and learn, but in a rapidly changing world, there's another set of cognitive skills that might matter more: the ability to rethink and unlearn. In our daily lives, too many of us favor the comfort of conviction over the discomfort of doubt. ...