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Apricity Counseling and Wellness

Apricity Counseling and Wellness provides individual, couples, family and group therapy.

We provide individual therapy, group therapy, family and couple's therapy.

01/29/2026

Flashbacks can feel overwhelming, disorienting, and scary, but you don’t have to face them alone.

In our latest blog post, we break down what trauma flashbacks are, why they happen, and practical grounding techniques to help you return to the present moment.

Learn more about managing flashbacks, building safety, and supporting your healing journey.

Check out our latest blog post to explore these tools in depth. Link in bio.

01/07/2026

New Year’s resolutions don’t have to come from pressure or shame.

A trauma-informed approach centers safety, choice, and compassion — not perfection.

Gentle growth is still real growth.
Sometimes it’s the most sustainable kind. ❤️

Check out our latest blog post to learn more about creating trauma-informed New Year’s resolutions (link in bio).

01/04/2026

Feeling overwhelmed or anxious? Try the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique to bring yourself back to the present moment.

📸 Screen shot so you can use this whenever you need it!

It’s simple:
🔍 5 things you can see (e.g., the sky, a plant, a book)
✋ 4 things you can touch (e.g., your clothes, a table, your own hand)
👂 3 things you can hear (e.g., distant traffic, a fan, your breath)
👃 2 things you can smell (e.g., fresh air, coffee, laundry)
👅 1 thing you can taste (e.g., water, your last snack, toothpaste)

A quick, powerful way to pause and reset when things feel like too much. Your mind and body will thank you.

✨ Save this for when you need it, and share to spread the calm.

01/01/2026

As we step into the New Year, we wish you a chapter filled with peace, growth, and gentle moments.

Here’s to honoring your journey, celebrating your resilience, and building a future that feels bright.

Happy New Year from our clinic family to yours. ✨

12/18/2025

Breathing is not just automatic. It’s a tool.
A deep breath tells your body: You are safe.
A mindful pause tells your mind: You have time.
Using them together is a superpower for stress, focus, and calm. Try it now. Inhale... exhale... feel the shift?

11/25/2025

Happy Almost Thanksgiving, friends! 🍂 While this holiday is filled with warmth and gratitude for many, it can also be a source of significant stress, anxiety, loneliness, or grief.

If you're feeling the weight of the season, your feelings are 100% valid. You are not alone, and it's okay to not be okay.

Here are a few gentle ways to cope and protect your peace this week:

1. Set & Communicate Boundaries (It's Self-Care!)
💬 "I can only stay for dinner."
💬 "I'm not discussing politics/work/my dating life."
💬 "No, thank you," is a complete sentence. You don't owe anyone a lengthy explanation.

2. Plan Your Escape Routes
🚗 Drive yourself or know the train schedule so you have control over when you leave.
🛋️ Identify a "quiet room" you can retreat to for 5-10 minutes of deep breathing.
📱 Have a code word with a supportive friend you can text if you need an "emergency" phone call.

3. Ground Yourself in the Present
When overwhelm hits, try the 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique:
Name 5 things you can see.
4 things you can touch.
3 things you can hear.
2 things you can smell.
1 thing you can taste.
This brings your nervous system back to the here and now.

4. Release the Pressure for a "Perfect" Day
The food doesn't have to be perfect. The conversations don't have to be profound. It's okay if you don't feel overflowing with gratitude. Give yourself grace for whatever the day brings.

5. Connect on Your Terms
Can't be with loved ones? Or feeling lonely even in a crowd? Reach out for a quick, genuine connection. Send a text to a friend, join an online support group, or volunteer in your community.

Your mental health is the most important thing you "bring to the table" this year. Prioritize it. You deserve it.

What's one way you're protecting your peace this Thanksgiving? Share in the comments below. 👇

11/21/2025

Let's talk about the ADHD + Perfectionism paradox. 🤔

Our brains crave dopamine, and "doing something perfectly" can provide a big hit. But the pressure to be perfect is also a major cause of our task paralysis.

So we get stuck in this cycle:
🚫 Overwhelmed by a task.
🛡️ Demand perfection from ourselves to cope.
😵💫 Become paralyzed by the pressure.
🔁 Avoid the task entirely ➡️ cue shame and guilt.

If you're beating yourself up for not starting, not finishing, or for making a "silly" mistake, please remember this:

Your worth is not measured by your productivity. A task done to "good enough" is a victory. A started project is a triumph.

You are not lazy. You are not broken. You are navigating a complex brain in a world not built for it. Give yourself some grace today. 💙

11/13/2025

Feeling overwhelmed? Your breath is a powerful tool you always have with you. 🌬️

One of the most effective and simple techniques to calm your nervous system is Box Breathing. It's used by Navy SEALs, athletes, and anyone who needs to find their focus fast.

Here’s how to do it:

1. INHALE slowly for 4 counts.
2. HOLD your breath for 4 counts.
3. EXHALE smoothly for 4 counts.
4. HOLD with empty lungs for 4 counts.

And repeat! 🔄

Think of it as tracing the sides of a square: one side for each step. Just a few rounds can help reduce stress, lower your heart rate, and bring you back to the present moment.

11/05/2025

Your mental health is a garden, and you are the gardener. 🌱 It takes daily, intentional care to help it flourish. Here are 5 of my favorite ways to nurture my mind:

1️⃣ Prioritize Your Physical Well-being
Your mind and body are deeply connected. Fueling yourself with movement, nourishing food, and rest is a profound act of self-respect.

2️⃣ Practice Mindfulness and Relax
In a world that never stops, be intentional about pausing. Even 5 minutes of meditation, deep breathing, or just being present can hit the reset button.

3️⃣ Engage in Activities You Enjoy
What makes you lose track of time? Do more of that! Joy is not a luxury; it's essential fuel for your soul.

4️⃣ Establish Healthy Boundaries
Protecting your peace isn't selfish, it's necessary. Learn to say "no" to what drains you so you can say "yes" to what fulfills you.

5️⃣ Cultivate Supportive Relationships
Surround yourself with people who see and uplift you. We are wired for connection, and a strong support system is a cornerstone of resilience.

Which one resonates most with you today? Let us know in the comments! 👇

10/29/2025

Apricity Counseling and Wellness had the sincere honor to be included in the 2025 Change-Makers: Stories That Inspire by Voyage Minnesota. voyageminnesota

You can check out the article below to learn more about our vision, our clinic, our “Apricity” ❄️☀️

https://voyageminnesota.com/interview/meet-mackenzie-kerber-of-apricity-counseling-and-wellness?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwNvg9RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABpyD1K7rQy4zBJHBlpfONYApP6nRz_LjyApprYico4j0Yt_YhtClG2YgeAI1R_aem_bGyq7XoXAcigm8Ht20dsOg

10/28/2025

Ever feel like your emotions are in the driver's seat? 😥 → 😠 → 🥳 → 😵‍💫

You're not alone. We all have big feelings, but the key to well-being isn't to avoid them—it's to learn how to regulate them.

Emotional regulation isn't about suppression. It's about becoming the calm, observant pilot of your own inner world. It's the difference between being a storm and weathering a storm.

Next time you’re in the middle of an emotional hurricane, try the STOP skill and let us know how it goes!

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3464 Washington Drive STE 115
Eagan, MN
55122

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Monday	8am - 8pm
Tuesday	8am - 8pm
Wednesday	8am - 8pm
Thursday	8am - 8pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

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+16513483551

Website

https://www.apricitycw.com/

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