Giesken Counseling Services

11/21/2025

🌟 Exciting news! Announcing the arrival of the GCS sign, welcoming you to a brighter mental health journey at our newest location in Flint Township!

11/20/2025

Join GCS tonight at Holly Middle School (330 East St.) for a Mental Health Resource Fair from 5:00 to 7:30 PM. 🌟 GCS will be presenting on "Raising a Child with Anxiety and Depression" 🧠 and will have a table with take-home resources for parents 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 and mental health materials for children and teens. 🧒🧑 We hope to see you there tonight! 🎉

11/19/2025

What a great thing to get in your inbox! "Hopeful Notes" and inspiring affirmations!

Celebrate yourself with us and get a dose of hope delivered to your inbox with NAMI's "Hopeful Notes" and inspiring affirmations. Subscribe today: mailchi.mp/nami/hopefulnotes

11/14/2025

🎙️ Episode 1 is LIVE!
We’re excited to kick off the brand-new podcast series Talk It Out for Teens with CAYA Conversations + Giesken Counseling Services!

https://shorturl.at/raqLl

Our first episode, “Why The Feed Hurts: Algorithms, FOMO & Your Mood,” dives into how social media impacts your emotions, sleep, focus, and overall mental health—and what you can actually do about it.

💡 Expect real talk, relatable stories, and practical tips like:
✨ breaking the doomscroll cycle
✨ protecting your self-esteem online
✨ curating a healthier, happier feed
✨ choosing conscious scrolling over comparison

If you’re ready to make social media work for you instead of against you, this episode is the perfect place to start.

🎧 Listen now, share with a teen who needs it, and follow the series for 5 more impactful conversations!

https://shorturl.at/raqLl

11/11/2025

On this Veteran’s Day, we pause to honor those who have served and sacrificed for our country. Your strength, courage, and resilience remind us of the true meaning of service.

Today, we say thank you — and we also acknowledge the invisible wounds many carry. You are seen, valued, and never alone. 💙

11/11/2025

Kickstart your day with these 4 affirmations! Let positivity flow! 🌟

11/06/2025

Kids don’t have to struggle alone.
Delaney supports children + teens through anxiety, low mood, trauma + big emotions using proven therapy tools — so they can feel safe, supported + more in control. 💛

Book with Delaney today — in-person or online.
Call (810) 626-5191 or book online using the link in the comments.

11/04/2025

Men’s mental health! Time to start the conversation!

Let’s Talk About Men’s Mental Health 💙

This Movember, it’s not just about men's facial hair — it’s about starting a conversation about mental health.

Too many men are told to “tough it out” or “man up.” But real strength means knowing when to speak up and get help. Nearly 1 in 5 men experience a mental health condition like anxiety or depression each year — yet less than half ever seek treatment.

It’s time to change that.
Learn how to recognize the signs, find support, and break the stigma around men’s mental health. 💪

👉 Explore resources and real stories from men who’ve been there: https://adaa.org/find-help/by-demographics/mens-mental-health

11/02/2025

Did you know butterflies rest when it rains cause it damages their wings? It's okay to rest during the storms of life. You'll always fly again once it's over.

10/30/2025

🌟 Helping Kids and Teens Thrive 🌟
At Giesken Counseling Services, our amazing therapists and nurse practitioners specialize in helping children and teens build the skills they need for emotional awareness, resilience, and confidence. 💪💚

Every day, we see young clients make incredible progress — learning to express themselves, manage big emotions, and navigate life’s ups and downs with greater ease.

If your child could benefit from extra support with emotional or social challenges, our compassionate team is here to help. 📞 Call (810) 626-5191 or visit the GCS website (see link in comments) to get started.

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10/25/2025

Coping With Panic Attacks: Grounding Techniques That Really Work | https://gieskencounseling.com/coping-with-panic-attacks-grounding-techniques-that-really-work

10/20/2025

The Hidden Toll of Vicarious Trauma on Caregivers and First Responders | Article in comments

GCS has licensed and trained therapists and nurse practitioners who specialize in assisting caregivers and first responders to process and cope with on-the-job traumas.

Vicarious trauma is a type of PTSD affecting caregivers, therapists, and first responders. Learn symptoms, causes, and trauma-informed therapy options.