12/06/2025
Supporting a Loved One: How to Help Someone Struggling 💙
If someone you care about is struggling with depression, anxiety, or trauma, you want to help—but sometimes it's hard to know what to say or do.
Here's what actually helps:
✨ Listen without judgment - don't try to "fix" it
✨ Validate their feelings - "that sounds really hard"
✨ Encourage professional help - therapy works
✨ Be present - sometimes just showing up matters
✨ Take care of yourself too - you can't pour from an empty cup
What doesn't help:
❌ "Just think positive" or "get over it"
❌ Minimizing their experience
❌ Pushing too hard
❌ Ignoring the problem
If your loved one is ready for professional support, we're here. Call us at 910-644-4584 to help them take that first step.
Inner Pathways Counseling Services