Silver Lining Mental Health Counseling

11/27/2025

Hi everyone…

I just wanted to share this article that I wrote a few years back. It’s published on my therapy website.

I went to college for writing and thought I was going to be a writer. I still love writing, but I’m always very nervous to share what I wrote.

Anyway, I have no idea if it will help anyone this upcoming holiday season, but here’s the link. I have other articles on my website, too, if you want to check them out.

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving! 🧡

Most people have heard that there are five stages of grief, as theorized by psychologist Elisabeth Kubler-Ross in her acclaimed book “On Death and Dying.” Simply stated, she believed that upon the death of a loved one, a survivor would pass through the following: Denial Anger Bargaining

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! Wishing everyone a day of peace, family, friends and happiness. 🧡🦃

11/25/2025

There is a lot of confusion about what’s happening right now. I have an MS in Mental Health Counseling (2008), an LMHC from NY state (2011-Present).

I am looking to NYMHCA, the New York Mental Health Counselors Association, for more information and guidance.

Here is their official statement:

New York Mental Health Counselors Association (NYMHCA) Condemns Department of Education’s Reclassification Proposal: A Direct Threat to the Mental Health Workforce

10/10/2025

10/10 is World Mental Health Day! Today we shine a spotlight on the importance of taking care of your mental health. Too often, people tend to their physical health and neglect their mental health: BOTH are essential!! Be kind to your mind! 💚

10/07/2025

My man with the of the day. 🤯👍

10/05/2025

Breast Cancer Awareness month is here! If you’re over 40 (or younger if there’s a family history)- get your annual mammogram! Mine is scheduled for December. It’s really not as bad as you think… and it saves lives! 🩷

10/05/2025

Little acts of kindness add up to make a BIG impact!

10/03/2025

October is also Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It is NEVER ok to suffer abuse at the hands of your intimate partner. In Rochester, immediate help is available at 💜 Or, speak with your therapist/doctor to get support and resources.

10/03/2025

Happy Spooky Season! Anyone else here in the Bills Mafia? Drop a comment below if you are! Do good, be good, GO BILLS!

10/02/2025

Did you know I specialize in maternal mental health? That includes infertility and pregnancy loss, alongside supporting pregnant and postpartum moms. Big hugs to everyone out there that find themselves in one of the categories listed here: I stand with and support you! 🩷💙

09/28/2025

It’s OK to ask for help. 💕