Birch Counseling

01/29/2026

Have you met Dave Smallen yet?

Dave works in our Golden Valley office and offers his clients a therapy approach that brings both his artistic background and his scientific research.

Much of his research focused on the psychology of meaningful relationships.

Connect with Dave and learn more today.

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01/26/2026

Want to reduce stress, improve focus, or enhance emotional resilience?

Studies show that even brief mindfulness exercises can help.

Here are 5 Micro-Mindfulness Practices for you to try.

Which one do you like best?
Share in the comments. We would love to hear from you.

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01/22/2026

“No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn.” — Hal Borland

In the quiet of winter, there’s room for hope. We see it every day, in clients taking brave steps toward healing, in families showing up for one another, and in small moments of clarity and care.

If this season feels heavy, know that you're not alone and that spring always comes.

We’re here to walk with you through it.

01/13/2026

Have you met Ally Case, MA, LADC? Ally joined the Birch family tree about 3 months ago and is focused on working with individuals using a person-centered, individualized and nonjudgmental approach.

Learn more about Ally here: https://www.birchcounseling.com/our-counselorst #/ally-helleksen

01/08/2026

Compassion.

We often share this willingly with others, but what about being compassionate with yourself?

Why you give compassion to everyone except yourself.

01/06/2026

Parents: Here are "7 Controversial New Year's Resolutions for Parents".

This just might be the mind shift you have been waiting for.

If legacy building is more important to you than fitting in, these parenting New Year's resolutions will put you ahead of the game.

01/02/2026

“Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. Tiptoe if you must, but take a step.” — Naeem Callaway

As we step into the new year, remember this: progress doesn’t have to be loud or dramatic. Some of the most meaningful changes start with the tiniest step. Call for support, schedule your first appointment, or simply show up for yourself today.

At BIRCH, we celebrate each forward move, no matter how small.
Here’s to a year of courage, compassion, and growth.

12/31/2025

Happy New Year!

As the calendar flips to a fresh start, now is the perfect time to think about mental health strategies for lasting change.

As the calendar flips to a fresh start, many of us reflect on the year gone by and set our sights on self-improvement. Rainer Maria Rilke beautifully captures this spirit in his words: “And now let us believe in a long year that is given to us, new, untouched, full of things that have never been, ...

12/29/2025

Scroll, Pause, Repeat: How Social Media is Shaping Youth Attention, Anxiety, and Mental Health

In the past decade, social media has evolved from a place to share photos and updates into a dominant force shaping how young people think, feel, and connect. For many kids and teens, platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat are woven into the rhythm of daily life. But alongside creativity and

12/27/2025

We all get busy and forget to breathe, especially at this time of the year.
Today, we encourage you to take a break. Stretch, breathe, relax, and regroup.

Make it a great day.

12/26/2025

The holidays can be a mix of emotions.

Don't forget to take time for yourself and give yourself the compassion you give others.

Support is here, if you want it.

Here is a resource on prioritizing self-care during the holidays. https://www.nami.org/relationships/how-to-prioritize-self-care-during-the-holidays/

12/25/2025

However you’re spending the holidays, busy, quiet, joyful, or somewhere in between, we’re wishing you moments of peace, connection, and care.

From all of us at BIRCH, happy holidays