Balanced Life Counseling & Wellness

02/27/2026

When we talk boundaries, we are talking about focusing on what we can control to support us through the things we cannot.

This second winter is a great example of something that is out of our control🌨🌨, if we had control of the weather we are sure we would have sunny days from here on☀️. What we can control is how we respond to the weather or other things outside of our control.

Other things we cannot control; past mistakes, time, actions of others. focusing on these may make us feel stuck or hopeless when we are not seeing any change.

When we switch the perspective to how we approach the things we can work with like how we grow or learn from the past, how we spend our time, who we choose to engage with or how much we engage with them. We start to see the impact of our choices.

Talk with our clinicians to explore more things inside your control at www.balancedlifegr.com

02/24/2026

Ashley is staying busy with another article out now!

We love seeing Ashley talking about mental health and advocating for balance. One section Ashley was able to highlight why boundaries and setting limits can be beneficial by stating,

" We often think of boundaries as what we set with other people in our lives. This is crucial in circumstances where our personal relationships might be threatening our wellbeing. But we can, and likely should, set restrictions with our media consumption, as well. Especially if we notice we’re having strong feelings while scrolling on social channels or reading a news article."

Take a peak at this article from West Michigan Woman Magazine written by Allison Kay Bannister!

https://westmichiganwoman.com/wellness/3938-protecting-your-peace-and-staying-informed-finding-a-balance-that-works-for-your-mental-health

As always, you can find any of our clinicians at www.balancedlifegr.com

02/24/2026

What does the word 'boundary' mean to you? 🤔
It's amazing how often we overlook the many facets of boundaries or forget what falls under its umbrella! 🌂️

But here's the thing: boundaries are the keys to unlocking a life of freedom, respect, and empowerment!
Material boundaries safeguard our possessions, like our cars and personal items. 🚗

Emotional boundaries protect our hearts, allowing us to express ourselves authentically. ❤️

Time boundaries help us prioritize our schedules, ensuring we make space for what truly matters. ⏰

Spiritual boundaries honor our beliefs, fostering a culture of respect and understanding. ✨

Physical boundaries respect our personal space, whether that's our rooms or our bodies. 🏠

Sexual boundaries promote healthy, consensual relationships built on mutual respect. 💕

Intellectual boundaries safeguard our ideas and creativity. 💡

Struggling to set or maintain boundaries? 🤝 Our clinicians are here to support you! Book a therapy session today and start living the life you deserve! 💫 www.balancedlifegr.com

02/22/2026

Roll call! 📣📣
We are all here and ready to start our sessions this week!

We each focus on specific topics to provide our clients in-depth support. We work with anxiety, self-compassion, domestic and sexual violence, trauma, women's issues, depression, play therapy, and much more!

Check out our website to learn more about each clinician on our about us page!
www.balancedlifegr.com

02/20/2026

Who finds it hard to relate to affirmations ✋

It may be that the affirmations we are starting out with ones we cannot believe just yet. It is like trying to understand algebra without learning basic math first😖 (and math is confusing at any level just like affirmations can be). And some of us might take a minute to get to algebra which is so fine! Give yourself realistic affirmations you can trust while you are learning self love.

Not ready to be yelling "I am beautiful", try whispering "I have done my best today". Feel out the whisper and before you know it you will be able to yell "I am doing amazing". We have to start somewhere!

Struggling to whisper affirmations? Reach out to our clinicians at www.balancedlifegr.com to get your first therapy session on the schedule!

02/19/2026

02/18/2026

It is no secret that we love reading here!
So of course we have an amazing black author to spotlight for Black History Month!!

Nedra Tawwab is a mental health therapist, fellow social worker, business owner, and an author! With over 15 years of relationship therapy experience, she is the owner of Kaleidoscope Counseling in NC. Nedra focuses on a lot of conversations around boundaries and healthy relationships. Perfect for those of us looking to learn more about healthy relationships this month too!

We have used her books and content online to grow ourselves and to share with our clients!

Now she does have many more books that we cannot fit in one post so check her out at https://www.nedratawwab.com

www.balancedlifegr.com

02/16/2026

Encouraging expressing emotions? Yeah we got that!

Rebecca is like a superhero for kiddos 10 and under, helping them unleash their feelings like a pro!

I mean, let's be real, we adults still struggle to express ourselves, so imagine being a tiny human trying to figure it out 😂. Luckily, Rebecca is here to save the day (and your sanity) with her expertise in kid emotional intelligence.

And, bonus! She's got daytime openings available 🙌.

Head to www.balancedlifegr.com to get your kid started on their emotional journey

02/13/2026

Who's ready to get their paint on and their negativity off? 🎨😂

Join us for a watercolor workshop where you can either follow the leader or go rogue and paint whatever the heck you want (we won't judge)!

Our clinician will give you the lowdown on how to turn those brushstrokes into positive vibes, and then it's up to you to get creative! Want in? Email patricia@balancedlifegr.com and let's get this paint party started! 🎉

02/13/2026

Reflecting on love and relationships this month? Feeling like you need to release an abusive or toxic relationship? Maybe you are looking to learn what healthy can actually look like. All of the above are welcomed for our new support group starting February 24th at 6:30pm. Connect with others in the community who have been through similar experiences. Email Patricia at patricia@balancedlifegr.com if you would like to sign up!

02/12/2026

🩷 Rising Together 2026 🩷
Meet Ashley Troszok

Growing up I often felt like I was either too much or not enough. This made it hard to show up authentically and to know how to fit what others expected. It has taken time, but through learning and accepting that it is okay to be me and to take up space I have also developed a passion for supporting and empowering other women who also have had the struggle of knowing how to navigate being their authentic self when it may not match expectations of others. In my work as a therapist and owner of Balanced Life Counseling & Wellness , I work with women who have experienced trauma, struggle with feeling like they’re either too much or not enough, and moms navigating the postpartum phase of life — including postpartum depression, anxiety, and birth trauma. I also am intentional in how I show up for my team of therapists, encouraging them to find their own balance to be able to be professional yet authentic in the work they do. My team provides trauma-informed therapy for children, teens, and adults. Each therapist has their own area of focus, allowing them to support a wide variety of needs and ages.

I love to plan trips and find unique, lesser known things to do and places to visit. I love to experience new places and learn about other cultures. When I'm not finding ideas for trips, I spend time with my family-often playing board games or having family movie nights. I recently decided to push myself out of my comfort zone to try something new and have been taking pottery classes.

Advice I would give to my younger self: Don't base your decisions on the expectations and opinions of others. Trust the dreamer part of yourself, take up space, do the things that simultaneously scare you and make you happy. Trust yourself and know that it is okay to say no-simply not wanting to do something is the only reason you need to not do it.

02/12/2026

Tomorrow! We are so excited to connect this Friday! If you have any questions about this free art workshop send an email to Patricia at patricia@balancedlifegr.com !