Grace & Gratitude Counseling, PLLC

Grace & Gratitude Counseling, PLLC Toxic perfectionism, overthinking, panic, people-pleasing, guilt, and anger...Sound familiar?

Sumiaya says this about her favorite podcasts: "I tend to gravitate toward podcasts that tell stories about people’s liv...
12/27/2025

Sumiaya says this about her favorite podcasts: "I tend to gravitate toward podcasts that tell stories about people’s lives."

There’s something powerful about hearing real people tell their stories. Podcasts that explore lived experiences, relationships, and the moments that shape us remind us that we’re not alone. These shows invite curiosity, empathy, and reflection—one story at a time. Which stories are your favorite?

12/26/2025

Hey… we gotta eat. 😅

Even if that means squeezing it in within a few minutes between everything else. 😂🍽️

Progress, not perfection. Fuel your body when you can and move on. 💛

Remember: you don’t have to abandon yourself to create a “perfect” Holiday. You’re not responsible for managing every mo...
12/26/2025

Remember: you don’t have to abandon yourself to create a “perfect” Holiday. You’re not responsible for managing every moment or keeping the peace at your own expense.

May your holidays be less about performance and more about presence — choosing what feels peaceful and supportive to you.

From all of us at Grace & Gratitude, we’re wishing you a Christmas filled with softness, authenticity, and moments that bring you back to yourself.

Our GGC clinicians love the How We Feel app! 💛A simple, science-based way to track your emotions, notice patterns, and b...
12/25/2025

Our GGC clinicians love the How We Feel app! 💛
A simple, science-based way to track your emotions, notice patterns, and build healthier coping skills—right from your phone. Check it out for free on iphone in the app store! https://apps.apple.com/us/app/how-we-feel/id1562706384

12/22/2025

Hey, we get it 🤍

Opening up and trusting someone can feel really hard, especially when you are a teen and adults keep asking questions.

At Grace & Gratitude Counseling, we do not rush, push, or force.
We will sit with that brick wall right alongside you No pressure. No lectures. No “just open up.”

When you are ready, even a little, we are here. And if today is just showing up, that counts too 💛

The holiday season feels like the perfect time to share this fun fact from Jenny B. — she’s always wanted to learn cooki...
12/20/2025

The holiday season feels like the perfect time to share this fun fact from Jenny B. — she’s always wanted to learn cooking and baking!

Tell us: what’s your go-to Holiday treat? 🎄🍪

12/19/2025

✨ New year, kinder you. ✨
Mental health goals don’t have to be big or perfect. They can be small, quiet, and exactly what honors what you need right now. Rest is a goal. Boundaries are a goal. Asking for support is a goal too.

If you’re curious about starting therapy, schedule a free 20-minute consult to see if we’re a good fit for you 🤍

You don’t have to overhaul your life. You just have to start where you are.

🧠💫🌱

We’re hiring at Grace & Gratitude Counseling!Know an IL-licensed, trauma-informed therapist (especially a fellow mom)? H...
12/19/2025

We’re hiring at Grace & Gratitude Counseling!
Know an IL-licensed, trauma-informed therapist (especially a fellow mom)? Hybrid role in Downers Grove.

Find out more and apply at: graceandgratitudecounseling.com/joinourteam

Choosing yourself sounds simple — but in reality, it can be one of the hardest emotional shifts we make.For many of us, ...
12/18/2025

Choosing yourself sounds simple — but in reality, it can be one of the hardest emotional shifts we make.
For many of us, people-pleasing became a survival strategy. So breaking that pattern can bring up guilt, fear, and uncertainty.

What feels hardest for YOU when it comes to prioritizing your own needs?
• Feeling guilty
• Fear of disappointing someone
• Not knowing what you need
• Breaking old patterns

Your answer might help someone else feel less alone. 💛

12/17/2025

Ah yes. The missing puzzle piece. Delivered three months late. But it’s okay, we still got you! 😂

So many people abandon themselves in the name of “keeping the peace.”But peace that requires you to silence your needs i...
12/16/2025

So many people abandon themselves in the name of “keeping the peace.”
But peace that requires you to silence your needs isn’t peace — it’s self-betrayal.

This is your gentle reminder that you’re allowed to:
• take up space
• say no
• change your mind
• honor your needs
• choose yourself without guilt

If people-pleasing has become your survival strategy, you’re not alone — and you’re not broken. You’re simply unlearning old patterns and coming home to yourself.

💛 Save this for later, and share it with someone who’s tired of disappearing to keep others comfortable.

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Downers Grove, IL
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