Barnwell Counseling & Wellness Group

Barnwell Counseling & Wellness Group Over 15 years of providing a variety of mental health care and counseling services to individuals, couples, and families in the DFW area.

My name Michelle Barnwell. I have been a Licensed Social Worker in the State of Texas for almost 17 years. I earned my Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Texas in Arlington and have been employed by several agencies and hospitals in the DFW area as a social worker and a therapist. I provide a variety of mental health care and counseling services to assist you in achieving success and finding solutions to the obstacles that sometimes arise in life. I offer counseling services to individuals, couples, and families.

☀️Joy — that coveted emotion we all seek after!When going through difficult times, it can be easy to see others experien...
11/04/2025

☀️Joy — that coveted emotion we all seek after!

When going through difficult times, it can be easy to see others experiencing joy and wonder, “How are they just so happy? How did they get there? How can I experience happiness like that?” The truth about joy is that it’s not just some place you arrive at one day, and suddenly you’re joyful. True joy is a mindset that takes cultivating and tending to, just like a garden! Plants don’t appear overnight, but with the proper attention they bloom into something beautiful. Joy is the same way! 😊🌷🌱

So how do you cultivate joy?
💛Choose happiness in the face of negativity (Though keep in mind that happiness is not ALWAYS something you can choose. Major life events happen, and sometimes we need to feel our not-so-fun feelings in order to work through what has happened. Genetics, major life circumstances, and chronic physical/mental health issues all play a role in our ability to feel happy, but our intentional thoughts also play a large role in it, too! “Choosing happiness” is helpful for our day-to-day experiences, but it’s not always attainable, and that’s okay! Just always try your best.)
💛Practice gratitude consistently.
💛Accept the present and try to make peace with what “is” rather than what “should be”.
💛Practice positive self-talk — how you speak to yourself internally has a much greater impact than you might think!
💛Help others, engage in activities that bring you joy, and prioritize your relationships.
💛Nurture your physical and mental health.

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WE ARE HIRING!! 🥳🥳Barnwell Counseling & Wellness Group is currently looking to add a new licensed counselor the team! Do...
10/29/2025

WE ARE HIRING!! 🥳🥳

Barnwell Counseling & Wellness Group is currently looking to add a new licensed counselor the team! Do you or someone you know want to build lasting relationships with others in order to facilitate positive change in their lives? Then Barnwell Counseling & Wellness Group would love to have you!

Qualifications:
•Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or an equivalent field.
•Current unencumbered clinical license or actively working towards licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Psychologist).
•2+ years of post-licensure experience is preferred.

If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV to BarnwellCounseling@gmail.com.

Barnwell Counseling & Wellness Group is located at:
3212 Long Prairie Rd Ste 300
Flower Mound, TX 75022

(*must be licensed in the state of TX and be able to commute to our office*)
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Here at Barnwell Counseling, we love a good analogy. 🥰Sometimes, we might wish we could go back and change the past, but...
10/22/2025

Here at Barnwell Counseling, we love a good analogy. 🥰

Sometimes, we might wish we could go back and change the past, but true healing happens when we can learn to let go of what has happened and focus on making progress in the ✨here and now✨!

Accept that you can’t undo what has already happened, but that you CAN take control of your future actions. Progress means that you’re taking the proper steps NOW, regardless of the past things you wish could have gone better. 🤗

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“Sit with your feelings” is something we hear a lot in the wellness world, but what does that actually mean? 🤷‍♀️🪑”Sitti...
10/15/2025

“Sit with your feelings” is something we hear a lot in the wellness world, but what does that actually mean? 🤷‍♀️

🪑”Sitting with your feelings” looks like…

🗣️Putting a name to whatever emotion you feel - you can use a feelings wheel as a helpful tool if you’re struggling to name your emotion.
🙂‍↕️Acknowledging that you are feeling this emotion, not suppressing it in an attempt to stay strong.
🧑‍⚖️Letting the emotion exist without judgement
👍🏼Validating what you are feeling and *why* you are feeling it.
🔎Noticing where in your body you physically feel the emotion - are you nauseous, tense, shaky, etc?
☯️Not labeling the emotion as “good” or “bad”
🙊Being aware of how you’re speaking to yourself - are you beating yourself up for feeling this way?
🤔Being curious and willing to explore the why behind this feeling.

💕There is a lot of health & wellness jargon out there, and it can be hard to figure out what it all really means. We hope our posts help to make some things a bit clearer. 🤗🫶🏼

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Remember that just because you have the capability doesn’t mean you have the capacity. ❤️✨Everyone is strong and capable...
09/30/2025

Remember that just because you have the capability doesn’t mean you have the capacity. ❤️

✨Everyone is strong and capable in their own way, and it’s important to recognize this and not sell yourself short. But the thing is, it’s also important to recognize when you’ve reached your capacity. Just because you’re capable of something doesn’t necessarily mean you should engage with it. As we enter into a busy fall season, be intentional and make sure you’re not overloading yourself.

Remember that you have to be able to have the capacity in order to be capable! 🤗

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The 4 attachment styles 💕👫Attachment styles are patterns in how we tend to interact within relationships with other peop...
09/24/2025

The 4 attachment styles 💕

👫Attachment styles are patterns in how we tend to interact within relationships with other people. They typically develop early in life and remain somewhat stable over time. According to this theory, the patterns we see in our early/childhood relationships influence how we interpret and view our adult relationships, too.

The 4 attachment styles are:
😊Secure😊
•They trust easily, easily discuss upsets, self-reflect & self-regulate often, are okay with being by themselves, and are comfortable being vulnerable when they need to be.
•Characterized by low anxiety and low avoidance, they don’t fear or expect people to abandon them; they trust their relationships and are secure in them.
😥Anxious😥
•They are more sensitive to criticism, have a fear of being abandoned or rejected, have trouble being by themselves, are more likely to feel insecure or jealous, and may seek social validation & approval.
•Characterized by high anxiety & low avoidance, they might be labeled as “clingy” because of their fear of people leaving them.
🥱Dismissive Avoidant🥱
•They are uncomfortable with intimacy & vulnerability, are very independent, have difficulty trusting others, dislike sharing feelings, and fears abandonment so doesn’t let others get close as a protective measure.
•Characterized by low anxiety & high avoidance, they may be labeled as “dismissive” or “distant” because they put walls up, and if people can’t enter they can’t leave either.
😵‍💫Fearful Avoidant😵‍💫
•Have a hard time trusting others, have high anxiety & a high fear of rejection, have a hard time self-regulating, and display a combination of anxious and avoidant attachment styles.
•Characterized by high anxiety & high avoidance, they may create a “push-pull” dynamic in relationships because of their conflicting want of love but rejection of intimacy.

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Happy first day of Fall 💛🧡❤️🍂As we enter this season of transition, try to take some time to appreciate changes, even wh...
09/22/2025

Happy first day of Fall 💛🧡❤️

🍂As we enter this season of transition, try to take some time to appreciate changes, even when it’s difficult. Change can be uncomfortable, but you have the courage and power to face it head on! If you’re having trouble, just look to the trees —> sometimes change is what’s needed in order to bloom your brightest again 🌳💕
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The 8 dimensions of wellness 💕Wellness is not just being physically healthy, it is a multifaceted concept with many aspe...
09/17/2025

The 8 dimensions of wellness 💕

Wellness is not just being physically healthy, it is a multifaceted concept with many aspects to it! The different dimensions that make up wellness are…
🏃‍♂️Physical - are you physically healthy, sleeping well, eating well, and being active?
🙏🏼Spiritual - have you been able to tap into your spirituality if it’s meaningful to you lately? Do you need to set aside time to connect?
🎭Emotional - are you emotionally well? Any negative emotions you need to address?
💼Occupational - is your occupation bringing you joy or satisfaction? Is there anything in your work life that you’re unhappy with and need to address?
🧠Intellectual - have you been engaging your brain and participating in mentally stimulating activities, such as creative activities, learning, or problem-solving?
🌳Environmental - is your environment a safe space for you? Is there anything in it that might be taking away from your overall health?
💵Financial - are you able to feel secure in your finances? Do you need to reach out for help?
👥Social - have you been socially connected to friends, family, or coworkers? Are you isolating in any way?

❤️If one of these dimensions are being neglected, you may not be thriving or feeling like your best self. Check in with yourself on the regular to make sure that you are feeling well in *all* of these areas! Always remember that wellness is holistic!

What area of wellness do you tend to neglect the most?
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Some motivation for your Monday 🫶🏼💕Remember that you are SO much more than a mental health problem! A mental health prob...
09/15/2025

Some motivation for your Monday 🫶🏼

💕Remember that you are SO much more than a mental health problem! A mental health problem doesn’t define you, it is simply something you experience. While it can indeed serve an important role in shaping your life, you as a person are so much more than the label of a mental health issue! 🫶🏼

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Some motivation for your Monday 🫶🏼💕Remember that you are SO much more than a mental health problem! A mental health prob...
09/15/2025

Some motivation for your Monday 🫶🏼

💕Remember that you are SO much more than a mental health problem! A mental health problem doesn’t define you, it is simply something you experience. While it can indeed serve an important role in shaping your life, you as a person are so much more than the label of a mental health issue! 🫶🏼

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3212 Long Prairie Road Suite 300 Flower Mond
Flower Mound, TX
75022

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Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

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