Thrive Counseling Services LLC

03/23/2026

Not every therapy space feels like a therapy space… and that’s intentional.

At Thrive, we’ve created rooms that feel more like a living room than a clinic. A place where you can exhale a little, settle in, and just be human.

Because therapy isn’t about sitting across from someone in a sterile office—it’s about connection, safety, and real conversations.

Whether you’re working through something heavy or just trying to make sense of where you are right now… you don’t have to do it alone.

We’re here when you’re ready.

03/18/2026

Wyoming weather: “We’re fine now.”
Everyone’s nervous system: “Are we though?” 👀

(Exhibit A: Willow 😂)

03/12/2026

We are closed today due to no power and phones. Please reach out tomorrow, Friday 3/13/26 if you need to reach us. This windstorm is no joke! Everyone stay safe! Thank you!

03/11/2026

Not everything that hurts looks like a crisis.

Sometimes it shows up as feeling exhausted, overthinking conversations, or feeling disconnected from the people around you.

Many people wait until things are really bad before reaching out for support. But therapy isn't only for moments of crisis. It can also be a place to sort through complicated feelings, learn healthier ways to cope with stress, and reconnect with yourself.

At Thrive Counseling Services, we believe healing and growth don’t have to wait until you're at your lowest point.




Sometimes the bravest step is simply deciding you don’t have to carry everything alone.

🌿 Thrive Counseling Services – Supporting growth, resilience, and well-being.

02/27/2026

You do not have to be alone when you feel alone. 🤗

Using the 988 Lifeline is free. When you call, text, or chat the 988 Lifeline, your conversation is confidential. The 988 Lifeline provides you judgment-free care. Talking with someone can help save…

02/25/2026

Today was one of those simple, meaningful days that remind me why I built Thrive.

A therapist thanked me for a few encouraging words this morning. It was small, but it mattered. And it made me think about how powerful it is when we slow down enough to truly see one another.

At Thrive, we believe healing happens in safe, human moments. It happens in encouragement. In connection. In knowing you don’t have to carry everything alone. Even Willow reminds us of this every day. 🐾 She doesn’t worry about the past or the future. She simply sits beside people, offering calm, warmth, and presence.

That’s the heart of our work.
Helping people feel safe enough to exhale.

What is one small thing that helped you feel supported this week?

— Laura Kietell, MSW, LCSW
Owner/CEO, Thrive Counseling Services

02/20/2026

When the Office Dog Needs a Day Off 🐾

Some Wyoming days bring icy roads, blowing snow, cancellations, and a skeleton crew. Today was one of those days at Thrive. We slowed down, answered phones, and supported the clients who could safely make it in.

But there was something else missing today… Willow stayed home.

For many of our clients, Willow is more than a therapy dog. She is a calm, steady presence. A soft place for nervous systems to land. Most people don’t realize how much she helps regulate the space until she isn’t there.

Today was a quiet reminder that we all rely on connection—people, routines, safe spaces, and yes, animals—to help us feel steady.

Even those who help others regulate need rest sometimes. And today, our office dog modeled that beautifully.

Resilience isn’t about pushing through every storm. Sometimes it’s about pausing, breathing, and allowing yourself a day off.

Monday, Willow will likely be back greeting everyone as if she never left. But today reminded us that healing is built in small, ordinary moments.

Sometimes, even the office dog needs a day off.

We’d love to hear from you…
What helps you feel calm and regulated on stressful or snowy days?

— Laura L. Kietell, MSW, LCSW
CEO/Owner, Thrive Counseling Services

02/10/2026

There’s a side of group practice ownership that doesn’t show up on social media.
This blog shares the quiet truths. The responsibility. The care. The difficult decisions that come with protecting a healthy, supportive workplace. We believe transparency matters. So does honoring the people who make this work possible.

The full blog is now live on our website: https://thrivecounselingservicescheyenne.com/the-owners-truths/

01/17/2026

Willow says it's a good day to stay inside and nap in front of the fireplace! We hope everyone is staying warm and cozy!

01/03/2026

Absolutely.

Take a deep breath. You're doing your best, and that's always enough.

01/01/2026

All of us at Thrive wish everyone a Happy New Year!

12/26/2025

Willow and all of us at Thrive wish everyone a very Merry Christmas! 🌲🎁