Carolina Counseling

11/14/2025

As We Head Into Thanksgiving
🍁 A Gentle Reminder 🍁
This time of year naturally nudges us to slow down and reflect on what we’re thankful for. One practice I personally love—and encourage my clients to try—is writing 3–5 things you’re grateful for each day. They don’t have to be big or profound. Sometimes my list includes hot coffee, a quiet moment, or a conversation that lifted my spirit.
From a mental health perspective, daily gratitude helps:
✨ Shift our focus from stress to stability
✨ Reduce anxiety by grounding us in the present
✨ Strengthen resilience and emotional regulation
✨ Increase feelings of connection and contentment
When we pair this with a faith-based lens, gratitude becomes even more powerful. Scripture consistently reminds us to “give thanks in all circumstances.” Practicing daily gratitude can be a way of noticing God’s steady presence, His provision, and the small blessings He places in our path—even on the hard days.
If this season feels heavy, starting a simple gratitude practice may help bring clarity, comfort, and a renewed sense of peace.
✏️ Try writing your 3–5 things each evening and see how your mindset begins to shift.
Wishing you a season filled with grace, reflection, and thankfulness. 🍂🙏

11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day! ❤️ 🤍 💙

11/11/2025

One of our therapists, Kayla Marston, has some great tips on establishing healthy boundaries for the holiday season!

🎄 Healthy Boundaries for the Holiday Season 🎄
The holidays can bring both joy and stress. While we look forward to connection and tradition, family time can also stir up old patterns and roles—like the fixer, the peacemaker, or the one who stays quiet to keep the peace.

From a family systems lens, recognizing these patterns is the first step toward change. Healthy boundaries aren’t walls—they’re bridges that let you stay connected without losing yourself.

💡 A few reminders for this season:

✅ Check in with yourself. Your emotions and body cues tell you where your limits are.
✅ Communicate clearly and kindly. Boundaries like “I’ll need to head home by 8” or “Let’s change the topic” protect connection and authenticity.
✅ Regulate before you relate. Deep breaths, short breaks, or co-regulating with a partner or trusted friend can help you respond rather than react.
✅ Let go of guilt. Saying “no” or setting limits isn’t selfish—it’s healthy.

Research in Family Systems and Attachment Theory shows that clear, compassionate boundaries strengthen relationships and support emotional safety. 💛

✨ How will you honor your own boundaries this holiday season?

11/10/2025

Crystal Garman enjoyed speaking to Christ Covenant School's 4th grade class about mental health! The theme was from Psalm 139 about how we are fearfully and wonderfully made! God created us on purpose and designed us with emotions!

11/02/2025

Happy November! 🦃 🙏 🍮 🧡

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day. God cares about our emotions and wants us to process them in a healthy way. Seek out the counsel of a trusted friend or mental health professional and allow them to walk with you through your struggles. You are not alone!

10/03/2025

As you head into the weekend, take a moment to pause and reflect.
1 Peter 5:7 says, "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you."

09/30/2025

Ollie is 3 years old today! 🎈 🐕 🎉

09/16/2025

Allison is accepting new clients!

09/02/2025

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