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02/10/2026

People-pleasing is often misunderstood as a personality trait, when in reality it can be a survival strategy.

In therapy, we explore how people-pleasing develops as a response to environments where safety, connection, or approval felt uncertain. When someone learns that harmony reduces conflict or emotional risk, prioritizing others becomes a way to stay protected. Over time, this can lead to chronic self-abandonment, difficulty identifying needs, and deep exhaustion.

This isn’t a flaw to correct; it’s evidence of resilience in the face of past stress or trauma. Healing doesn’t mean becoming uncaring; it means learning that your needs and boundaries are allowed to exist alongside others’.

02/06/2026

Anxiety and intuition are often confused, but they communicate very differently.

In therapy, we look at how each one shows up in the body and mind:

⚡ Anxiety feels urgent, loud, and repetitive; it pushes for immediate certainty
🌱 Intuition feels calm, steady, and grounded, even when the message is uncomfortable
🔁 Anxiety loops and escalates “what if” scenarios
🧭 Intuition offers clarity without needing to convince you
🫀 Anxiety activates fear in the body
🧘 Intuition remains present without panic

When you slow down and regulate your nervous system, intuition becomes easier to hear.

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01/30/2026

Children are growing up in a world shaped by pressure, disconnection, and rapid change, and those forces don’t affect every child the same way.

Dancing in the Gray explores the broader factors influencing children’s emotional health and offers parents insight into how to support their child without minimizing. The book centers on understanding, communication, and creating emotional safety.

A thoughtful, practical resource for anyone supporting a struggling child.

📘 Dancing in the Gray: https://a.co/d/3sdI5eQ

01/27/2026

Boundary setting often feels uncomfortable, not because it’s wrong, but because many of us were taught to prioritize others’ comfort over our own needs.

In therapy, we reframe boundaries as communication, not rejection. Instead of overexplaining or apologizing, try language that is clear and respectful:

“I’m not able to take that on right now.”
“That doesn’t work for me.”
“I need some time before responding.”
“I’m choosing something different for myself.”

Guilt doesn’t mean you’ve done something wrong. It often means you’re doing something new.

Healthy boundaries protect relationships by preventing resentment, not by creating distance.

01/23/2026

Raising awareness is important, but awareness without understanding doesn’t change outcomes.

Dancing in the Gray helps parents and caregivers learn how distress often shows up in children’s behavior, emotions, and silence. Through real-world examples and practical tools, the book supports adults in recognizing concerns early and responding with calm, empathy, and confidence.

Available now: https://a.co/d/hlcs7CK

01/22/2026

Not every emotion needs to be fixed. Some need to be felt, understood, and supported.

In therapy, coping is often about shifting our response to emotions rather than trying to eliminate them. Naming what you’re feeling can soften its intensity. Allowing emotions to move through the body, without resistance, often helps them pass more naturally. Responding to yourself with validation instead of criticism creates safety, and staying curious about what a feeling needs can be more healing than asking how to make it stop.

When we rush to fix emotions, we often miss the information they’re offering. Healing begins when feelings are met with permission, not pressure.

01/15/2026

Many parents feel pressure to have the right answers when a child is struggling.

But what children often need most is to feel heard.

Dancing in the Gray draws on more than twenty-four years of clinical experience to show how attentive listening can help children feel safer, less alone, and more willing to share what they’re carrying. The book offers guidance on how to slow down, notice subtle cues, and create space for honest conversations.

Being present isn’t passive; it’s powerful.

Read our book today: https://a.co/d/eYczI3d

01/09/2026

Some emotions get minimized because they’re uncomfortable, not because they’re unimportant.

In therapy, we often explore feelings people have learned to dismiss, such as:

💔 Grief, which isn’t limited to loss through death
🔋 Burnout, a response to chronic overwhelm, not a lack of motivation
🚧Resentment, often signaling unmet needs or missing boundaries
🧊 Numbness, a protective response from the nervous system
👀 Jealousy, information about values, desires, or needs

When feelings are minimized, people don’t heal; they adapt by silencing themselves.

Emotional awareness begins with permission to acknowledge what’s present, without judgment.

Your emotions aren’t problems to eliminate; they’re meant to be understood.

01/03/2026

Dancing in the Gray is more than a book. It’s a guide for parents, caregivers, and anyone who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and teens facing profound emotional struggles.

Drawing on over 24 years of experience as a licensed therapist, Stacy L. Knoll shares practical strategies for:

🗣️ Listening with empathy and creating a safe space where children feel heard

⚠️ Recognizing warning signs of su***de risk

💬 Communicating effectively during moments of distress

🌍 Understanding complex factors, from mental health to social and economic pressures

📖 Learning from real-life stories of high-risk youth

This guide equips you with knowledge and tools that could save a child’s life, offering both professional insight and compassionate support.

The power to make a difference is in your hands.
Get your copy of Dancing in the Gray today and help create a world where children feel seen, heard, and understood: https://a.co/d/j7Fl2mE

12/26/2025

🎄 Happy Holidays from Mindy's Place! 🎄

Wishing you a season filled with warmth, joy, and moments of peace. May you find time to rest, reflect, and connect with the people who matter most.

Thank you for being part of our community. Here’s to a bright holiday and a happy, healthy New Year! ✨

12/17/2025

Feeling overwhelmed? You don’t always need a long break to reset.

Grounding exercises are simple tools to bring your attention back to the present moment, calm your nervous system, and regain a sense of control. The best part? You can do them in just two minutes, anywhere.

Try these quick techniques:

🖐️ 5‑4‑3‑2‑1 Senses Check: Notice 5 things you see, 4 things you feel, 3 things you hear, 2 things you smell, 1 thing you taste.

🌬️ Deep Breathing: Inhale for 4 counts, hold for 4, exhale for 6. Repeat twice.

🦶 Ground Your Feet: Press your feet into the floor, notice the support beneath you, and feel your weight shift evenly.

📝 Quick Mind Dump: Jot down any racing thoughts to clear mental space.

Make grounding a small daily habit, and your mind and body will thank you!

12/15/2025

After more than 24 years as a licensed therapist working with children and teens at risk of su***de, Stacy has seen firsthand how devastating it can be when young people feel unseen, unheard, or misunderstood.

This book was born from those experiences; from witnessing the profound struggles children face and realizing that sometimes, the most powerful thing we can do isn’t to have all the answers, but to truly listen.

Stacy wrote Dancing in the Gray to provide guidance for parents, caregivers, and educators on how to listen with empathy, practical tools to recognize warning signs and support children in crisis, real-life stories that bring understanding and hope, and insights into the complex factors that impact youth mental health.

If you want to learn how to be a lifeline for the children in your world, Dancing in the Gray is available now: https://a.co/d/19adB19

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2961 Yarmouth Greenway Drive, Suite 2
Fitchburg, WI
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Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm
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