Greater Chattanooga Christian Services

11/26/2025

November is National Adoption Month! We can help you expand your family with an Adoption Home Study.. Call us today to set up an appointment. 423-499-9535

11/17/2025

Men, Your mental health Matters too! Let's normalize mental health treatment for Men. Call today to seek help for life's issues and get you back in the game. 423-499-9535

11/06/2025

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10/25/2025

Perfectionism!!! Do you or someone you love strive for perfectionism? When does it become a debilitating issue or a mental health concern? Call GCCS today for a Counseling appt to learn new coping strategies at 423-499-9535

10/16/2025

Consider supporting our November Thanksgiving Drive. You will help a person that needs Counseling but may not be able to afford it. Call us at 423-499-9535 Pam for additional information

10/10/2025

Call for an appt with one of our Counselors and get the help you need.. 423-499-9535.

Today is World Mental Health Day — a reminder that mental health IS health.

At The Best Brain Possible, we know that mental and physical health can’t be separated. They influence each other every moment of every day. When you strengthen one, you strengthen the other.

You may be living your life and making decisions you believe are good for your mental well-being, but many of those choices might be based on outdated or incomplete information.

Learn more in:
👉 5 Important Things You Need To Know About Your Mental Health Today https://buff.ly/GFsQxu2

On this World Mental Health Day, take time to check in with your thoughts, emotions, and body. Supporting your mental health supports your whole health. 💚

10/01/2025

October is ADHD awareness month. What is ADHD?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common
neurobehavioral disorders of childhood. It is sometimes referred to as Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). It is usually first diagnosed in childhood
and often lasts into adulthood. Children with ADHD may have trouble
paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors (may act without thinking
about what the result will be), or be overly active.
What are some of the signs of ADHD?
Many children have trouble focusing and behaving at one time or another. However, children with ADHD do not just grow out of these behaviors. The symptoms continue and can cause difficulty at school, at home, or with friends.
A child with ADHD might:
• daydream a lot
• forget or lose things
• squirm or fidget
• talk too much
• make careless mistakes or take unnecessary risks
• have a hard time resisting temptation
• have trouble taking turns
• have difficulty getting along with others
Deciding if a child has ADHD is a process with several steps. There is no single test to diagnose ADHD, and many other
problems, like anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and certain types of learning disabilities, can have similar symptoms. One
step of the process involves having a medical exam, including hearing and vision tests, to rule out other problems with symptoms like ADHD. Another part of the process may include a checklist for rating ADHD symptoms and taking a history of the child from parents, teachers, other caregivers, and sometimes, the child.
Call GCCS today and make an appt to discuss how you can manage ADHD through therapy. We can Help!
423-779-4445
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09/24/2025

Feeling Depressed or Suicidal? We can Help turn pain into Hope. Call GCCS today to schedule an appt with one of our trained Therapist. 423-499-9535

09/15/2025

You are not Alone! Call 988 for help if you feel Suicidal. Feeling Depressed? We can help. call 423-499-9535 to set an appt with a Therapist

Depression is often a gateway to suicidal thoughts and suicidal tendencies. Sometimes the signs of depression can also be signs of suicidal ideation. But tha...

09/07/2025

You or someone you know have thoughts of Su***de? You are not alone! Call 988 or 423-634-8995 to talk to someone. Call and make an appt today.

08/13/2025

Did you miss Mental Health Sunday At EastBrainerd Church of Christ. Here's your chance to view the video from the service. GCCS will be happy to come to your small group or church to discuss the role of mental health and the Church. Call Pam or Jason today for more information on this important topic. 423-499-9535

During this special service, we took time to focus on the connection between mind, body, and soul. Licensed Counselor, Jason Brazier from Greater Chattanooga Christian Services, share the stage with Chris to begin a dialogue on our mental health and our spiritual journey.

08/10/2025

Oh those Boundaries!! Got to have them ! Do you find it hard to say " No" and find yourself feeling resentful or angry ? We can help! Call our office today to schedule an appt. We have a generous sliding scale fee that will make counseling affordable for you.. 423-499-9535

Ever felt guilty for saying no? You’re not alone. Many of us struggle to say no because we don’t want to hurt others, cause conflict, or seem selfish. But here’s the truth: Protecting your peace is not selfish–it’s necessary.

This gentle reminder is for anyone who needs permission to set boundaries without guilt. You can say no and still be kind. You can honor others while honoring yourself, too.

Take a moment to read this guide, reflect, and remind yourself:
You are allowed to say no
You are allowed to rest
You are allowed to choose you.




References

MenningerClinic, M. (2023, June 19). How to say “no” and increase your self-esteem and overall mental health. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mind-matters-from-menninger/202111/the-power-of-saying-no
Deborah Byrne Psychology Services. (n.d.). Why we struggle to say no. Retrieved July 2, 2025, from https://deborahbyrnepsychologyservices.com/why-we-struggle-to-say-no/
World Therapy Center. (n.d.). The importance of saying no. https://worldtherapycenter.com/en/blog/the-importance-of-saying-no/

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