New Spark Counseling, PLLC

12/13/2025

Taking small actions can inspire adventures even before you’re ready. You don’t need clichés; make your adventures personal and meaningful for growth. Click on the link below to learn more.

Spontaneity and escapism aren't the key elements of adventurousness.

12/12/2025

In therapy, you’re in charge—you set the goals, determine the pace, and choose when to begin or pause. Psychotherapy provides a safe, supportive space that’s free of judgment and focused on collaboration. Virtual sessions add privacy, convenience, and empowerment for those who may feel uncertain about starting. Click on the link below to learn more.

Despite some common myths and misconceptions, psychotherapy is nothing to fear.

12/10/2025

Couples can learn a lot about the future of their relationship by paying attention to daily interactions. Research shows that patterns of dominance and warmth often reveal underlying dynamics. By noticing these subtle cues, you can guide your relationship toward healthier, happier outcomes. Click on the link below to learn more.

Figuring out where your relationship is headed can be easier than you realize. Recent research reveals the little, but big, clues for charting your relationship's future.

12/09/2025

Meditation eases stress, anxiety, and depression, bringing greater joy and calm. It sharpens focus, enhances memory and creativity, and strengthens emotional balance. It also nurtures compassion, deepens relationships, and cultivates inner clarity. Click on the link below to learn more.

Reflecting on 20 years of studying the benefits of meditation for health and well-being, the findings may surprise you.

12/06/2025

Happy Saturday! ✨ Take a deep breath and let the weekend energy sink in. Today’s a reminder to slow down, recharge, and do something that brings you peace.

12/05/2025

Share less with unsafe relatives and keep conversations light to avoid conflict. Set clear boundaries for visits to protect your peace. Click on the link below to learn more.

Tools to stay connected with challenging family members while protecting your peace, setting boundaries, and easing the emotional load.

12/04/2025

🍪 Happy National Cookie Day! 🍪
Celebrate today by baking, sharing, or simply enjoying your favorite sweet treat. Whether you’re a fan of chocolate chip, sugar cookies, or something festive and frosted, take a moment to savor the simple joy a cookie brings. 💛

12/03/2025

You can’t change the past, but you can change how you understand it. Recognizing why a parent was toxic helps release their hold on your mind, even long after they’re gone. Click on the link below to learn more.

Personal Perspective: To escape from a toxic relationship that has you in its grip, you need an understanding of it that's more complex and true than the one you came up with as a child.

12/02/2025

Success changes with life stage, stress, and culture.
As pressure and purpose grow, redefining success keeps you aligned and fulfilled. Click on the link below to learn more.

A simple poll revealed how stress, life stage, and culture shape our definition of success. Understanding this helps you choose goals that fit who you are now.

12/01/2025

Hello, December! ❄️ A brand-new month means a fresh start, new goals, and another chance to grow. Take a moment to reset, refocus, and remind yourself how far you’ve come. Let’s make this month intentional, joyful, and full of peace. 💫

11/29/2025

Some people struggle to control intense emotions, while others suppress them entirely. Adulthood means moving beyond childhood coping habits and learning to treat emotions as valuable information. Click on the link below to learn more.

Running your life is about successfully managing your emotions. If you're hot-headed or too cool and unemotional, here is how to find that happy middle & change your approach.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from New Spark Counseling! 💛 Today, we pause to give thanks for the strength, growth, and resilience we witness in every client, family, and community we serve. May your day be filled with gratitude, peace, and connection. 🦃✨