Heritage Counseling

12/02/2025

The holidays can be stressful for a child with anxiety. We know the importance of creating a calm and enjoyable season, and want to offer some helpful tips to create that atmosphere.

Ease holiday stress for anxious children with these 6 practical tips for a calm and joyful season.

10/31/2025

Is your child shy, withdrawn, or nervous in social settings? Social anxiety can make school, friendships, and daily life feel overwhelming, but support and understanding can make all the difference.

Revisit our blog on helping children navigate social anxiety and learn practical ways to build confidence and connection.

Navigate childhood separation anxiety with expert insights. Identify signs, implement coping strategies, and support your child's emotional well-being.

10/24/2025

Screens are part of everyday life, but without clear boundaries they can quickly become a source of stress for families.

Our latest blog, “Creating a Family Media Plan: Boundaries That Actually Work,” shares simple, realistic steps to help your family set healthy screen time limits that reduce conflict and encourage connection.

Create clear media boundaries to decrease daily tension and have more opportunities for quality family time

10/20/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Open House and Meet & Greet! We are so grateful for the support and excitement surrounding our newly renovated space. It was wonderful to connect with our community, share our updates, and introduce our new psychiatrist, Dr. Kate Mitchell.

We’re looking forward to many more meaningful moments together here at Heritage Counseling!

09/26/2025

Confidence is not something you’re simply born with; it’s something that develops over time. In our latest blog, we explore the psychology of self-confidence and self-esteem, why they matter, and how to strengthen them in everyday life.

Explore the psychology of self-confidence and self-esteem, and learn how they shape personal growth, relationships, and overall well-being.

09/19/2025

Every couple argues—but not every argument is harmful. The real danger comes when conflict turns into contempt. In our latest blog, we share how to fight fair, protect your relationship, and build healthier communication patterns.

Learn the difference between conflict and contempt in marriage and discover healthy ways to fight fair while protecting your relationship.

09/05/2025

Is your child feeling nervous about the new school year? Back-to-school anxiety is common, but there are ways to help.

At Heritage Counseling, we support children and families with tools like play therapy to make the transition smoother. Call us today to learn more or to schedule an appointment.

Discover how to ease your child’s back-to-school anxiety. Heritage Counseling offers play therapy and support for children and families.

08/25/2025

Back-to-School Anxiety: How to Identify and Overcome School Stressors
Aug 26, 2025 1:00 - 1:45 PM CST

Please join us virtually tomorrow for a free 45-minute Center for BrainHealth Charisma Community Town Hall featuring Brandi Sinclair, MACP, LPC-S, licensed therapist and founder of Heritage Counseling.

Key takeaways will include:

• How to spot signs of stress in tweens, teens and college-bound students.
• Practical coaching strategies to build emotional awareness.
• How to foster social confidence and emotional safety during transitions.
• Tools for creating spaces where students can thrive.

Please register for the Town Hall, and after the virtual event, the recording will be shared with all registrants.

Train teachers to share brain-based strategies that promote critical thinking, collaboration, and pro-social behavior among students in grades 3-12.

08/08/2025

At Heritage Counseling, we know that medication, including SSRIs, is not the first step in treatment. We often begin with evidence-based therapy, and only consider medication when symptoms are severe or therapy alone hasn’t been enough.

Our latest blog breaks down how SSRIs work, the different types available, potential side effects, and how our psychiatrists match the right medication to each individual.

Which SSRI is right for me? Learn how psychiatrists choose when medication is appropriate, the side effects, and why therapy is often the first step.

07/25/2025

Group therapy gives kids the tools they need to build confidence, improve social skills, and feel more connected. Learn how our specialized groups at Heritage Counseling can support your child’s growth.

Support your child’s confidence and social skills with expert-led group therapy in Plano, TX. Now enrolling at Heritage Counseling & Consulting.

07/18/2025

If your child struggles to fall or stay asleep, you're not alone. Learn the common causes of pediatric insomnia and what actually helps. From calming bedtime routines to when medication might be appropriate, we’re covering it all.

Explore causes, behavioral strategies, and treatment options for pediatric insomnia, and learn when to seek professional help for your child.

07/08/2025

We are deeply saddened by the devastating floods in the Texas Hill Country and the heartbreaking losses at Camp Mystic and in Kerr County.

Heritage Counseling is offering free counseling and psychiatric services for those directly affected by this tragedy.

Heritage Counseling offers free therapy and psychiatric care for those directly impacted by the Texas Hill Country floods. Find compassionate support today.