Monica Wells, MS, LMHC

11/13/2025

💛 Read that again. This isn’t judgment, it’s love, truth, and the reminder that you’re doing your best, even when it’s hard!

11/11/2025

🌱 GROWTH MINDSET FOR KIDS 🌱

Parents, here’s a little truth bomb 💥
Kids aren’t born believing they can… they learn it from us.

When your child says:
“I can’t do it!”
Try adding one tiny word:
“You can’t do it yet.”

✨ That one word changes everything. ✨

It tells your child their brain can grow, that mistakes are part of learning, and that success comes from effort, not perfection.

So next time your child struggles, model curiosity instead of criticism:

🗣 “Hmm, that didn’t work… what else could we try?”
💬 “I love how hard you’re working on this.”
💪 “It’s okay to make mistakes...that’s how we learn!”
Let’s raise kids who see challenges as opportunities, not roadblocks. 💚

💬 Try it this week: Add “yet” when your child says “I can’t.” Then come back and tell me how it went in the comments!

09/20/2025

Sometimes the hardest part is just getting started. That’s why your first 20 minutes are free. 🌟

Use this time to share your concerns, hear how therapy works, and explore how your teen can benefit, no commitment required.

Let's start with a simple conversation. Schedule your free consult through the link in bio. 🌸

09/19/2025

Social anxiety often sounds like a never-ending spiral of “what ifs.”

👉 What if I say the wrong thing? What if they laugh at me? What if I fail?

These thoughts can keep teens stuck in worry instead of enjoying life. Therapy helps break the cycle, giving them tools to quiet the spiral and step into confidence. 💬✨

Learn how support can help. Start with a free 20-minute consultation today: https://www.thesocialmindcounseling.com/

09/18/2025

Behind many anxious habits are qualities that can become lifelong assets. Teens who hesitate before speaking often develop empathy. Those who overthink may become strong critical thinkers. And the same kids who worry about every detail often grow into organized, reliable adults.

Therapy helps reframe these traits, removing shame, easing anxiety, and strengthening the positive qualities already within your teen. 💡

Discover how counseling helps them harness their strengths and quiet the noise of anxiety. https://www.thesocialmindcounseling.com/

09/07/2025

A simple act of listening can save a life. A gentle check-in can remind someone they matter. Together, we can shift the story around su***de from silence to support.

📍 On this World Su***de Prevention Day, let’s be the voice that reminds others: you are valued, you are not alone, and help is always within reach.

***dePreventionDay

09/05/2025

📚 Myth: Good grades = no struggles.
💡 Fact: Many socially anxious teens excel academically while quietly battling self-doubt, isolation, and fear of participation. Success on paper doesn’t always show the whole picture.

✨ Let’s look beyond grades and recognize the hidden challenges our teens may carry.

👉 Learn how we support anxious teens and their families: https://www.thesocialmindcounseling.com/

09/03/2025

You want your child to join that club, speak up in class, or order their own food but right now, the “no way” feels stronger than the “I’ll try.”

That’s where we come in. 💡 Kids don’t resist because they don’t care they resist because they don’t yet have the skills or confidence. At The Social Mind Counseling, we help them build both.

👉 Explore our services and see how we can help: https://www.thesocialmindcounseling.com/

08/29/2025

The teenage brain is still under construction 🧠✨ That’s why impulse control, problem-solving, and decision-making can feel harder for teens.

Understanding this helps us respond with patience and support instead of frustration. 💜

💬 What’s one strategy you use to help your teen pause before reacting? Share below!

08/27/2025

I didn’t always know I’d end up running groups, but looking back, it feels like the perfect fit. My journey began in college, when I shifted from teaching to psychology. That one decision changed everything and opened the door to a career I truly love.

Over the years, I discovered the power of group work—helping kids, teens, and young adults find their voice, build connections, and experience small but meaningful wins like making a new friend or ordering their own food. Those moments reminded me why I chose this path in the first place.

💬 Want to know how my story unfolded and why group therapy became my passion?
👉 Read the full blog here: https://www.thesocialmindcounseling.com/post/how-my-love-for-groups-started

It’s truly inspiring to see people thrive, and that’s a big part of why I chose this field. I saw the potential to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives, and that motivated me to pursue this path.Initially, my mother wanted me to become a teacher. She worked at a school and envisioned me ...

08/25/2025

Anxiety often speaks in hidden language. Kids may not say “I feel anxious,” but they might say “I don’t want to go” or complain of stomachaches.

These behaviors are not defiance, they’re signs of overwhelm.

When parents understand the language of anxiety, they can validate, reassure, and guide their child toward healthier coping strategies. 🌱

📍 Our team at The Social Mind Counseling helps parents and children translate these signals into connection and growth. Learn more at https://www.thesocialmindcounseling.com/