Rebecca Mahan-Strupp S.C. - LPC

11/04/2025

Do What Brings You JOY!

I will admit to being one of those people that plays Christmas music on November 1st, although I do take time to put up Thanksgiving decorations, as Turkey & Gratitude Day is my favorite holiday. But I do want to take a moment and remind our clients that we call it the "holiday season" for a reason.

Many years ago, when I was an undergrad, an old acquaintance of mine was listening to me stress out about trying to do end of semester coursework and get out Christmas cards on a college student budget. I love receiving cards, but between school, chronic pain in my wrists, undiagnosed ADHD, and financial issues, I felt frazzled and pressured. My friend very simply stated "do what brings you joy." What a reflection point!

I have tried throughout my life, especially during holiday seasons, to focus on this mantra. It's not selfish to focus on joy over gifts, self care and moments of peace instead of pressure, and relationships over conflict and finances. Do what brings you joy, and after all of these years as a therapist, I would add "and calm."

However you celebrate, we have two solid months between Halloween and New Year's Day. This can be a hard time of year navigating seasonal impacts, family relationships, and split custody situations. It's a great time to look at all of the local activities that are not restricted to just a few official days on the calendar. It's an amazing time to start new traditions with friends, family, or for yourself.

Oftentimes when we work with children in split households, they enjoy not having to rush from house to house on the day of a holiday, and flourish and relax when they get to spend a Saturday celebrating with other family members. Early flexibility will allow them to enjoy future holidays and families will adapt more easily as children grow up and have extended families, work, and other things that come up.

Science shows that children benefit more from experiences than they do with expensive trips or gifts.

Check with your doctor about Vitamin D supplements and Happy Lights. Ask for help in holiday prep where you need it. Schedule additional or check in therapy sessions to discuss boundaries early. Remember those gratitude, compassion, and affirmation exercises.

Reflections Mental Health, LLC is excited to sponsor the Holiday Fantasy in Lights at Olin Park again this year as a local, free activity open from dusk until dawn.

Check out reflectionsmhwi.com for more info on our clinic and our openings!

Wishing you a peaceful holiday season,

Rebecca Mahan (Mahan-Strupp), Owner, MA, LPC, EMDRIA Consultant

10/28/2025

Owner Rebecca Mahan-Strupp, MA, LPC, recently had an opportunity to be on Kathy on the Couch's podcast with Kathy Couch, LCSW, and Tony Parmenter, LCMHC, trainer for Therapeutic Fly-Fishing with EMDR (TF-EMDR)sm, along with fellow TF-EMDR Therapists and Apprentices!

Beckah is so grateful to be a part of such a skilled, down to earth community of healers and EMDR therapists.

Check out the livestream link:
https://www.youtube.com/live/tGWgqhPkrfs?si=TvZAzgK9aoKzZfgm

Owner Rebecca Mahan-Strupp, MA, LPC, recently had an opportunity to be on Kathy on the Couch's podcast with Kathy Couch, LCSW, and Tony Parmenter, LCMHC, trainer for Therapeutic Fly-Fishing with EMDR (TF-EMDR)sm, along with fellow TF-EMDR Therapists and Apprentices!

Beckah is so grateful to be a part of such a skilled, down to earth community of healers and EMDR therapists.

Check out the livestream link:

https://www.youtube.com/live/tGWgqhPkrfs?si=TvZAzgK9aoKzZfgm

10/28/2025

[Immediate Openings] Olivia Kaltved & Corrin Harrington have immediate openings for outpatient therapy for children, teens, and adults! Our students take clients with straight Medicaid, Alliance, Anthem/BCBS, and UHC! We also have a student discount for fee for service/private pay.
Olivia has experience with law enforcement families and is joining us full time in the new year! Corrin is specializing in a dual Counseling and Art Therapy degree at Edgewood.

We train our students in trauma work, attachment, parts work, and most other interventions found at reflectionsmhwi.com !

[Immediate Openings] Olivia Kaltved & Corrin Harrington have immediate openings for outpatient therapy for children, teens, and adults! Our students take clients with straight Medicaid, Alliance, Anthem/BCBS, and UHC! We also have a student discount for fee for service/private pay.

Olivia has experience with law enforcement families and is joining us full time in the new year! Corrin is specializing in a dual Counseling and Art Therapy degree at Edgewood.

We train our students in trauma work, attachment, parts work, and most other interventions found at reflectionsmhwi.com !

10/11/2025

🌿 Meet Corrin Harrington, Counseling Intern! 🌿

Corrin is passionate about walking alongside clients as they navigate whatever life brings their way. She works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, and more—helping them find healing and growth through acceptance, openness, and empathy.

If traditional talk therapy doesn’t feel quite right, Corrin also loves incorporating expressive arts and art therapy to help clients connect with themselves in new and creative ways. 🎨 She earned her bachelor’s degree in Art Therapy from Edgewood College and is currently completing her Master of Arts in Art Therapy and Counseling while interning with Reflections. Before joining our team, Corrin worked with older adults in skilled nursing and memory care. Corrin’s therapeutic approach draws from Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness, Art Therapy, and Expressive Arts to meet clients wherever they are on their journey. 💛

Corrin has immediate openings and would love to connect! Visit reflectionsmhwi.com to book a consultation call and start your journey toward growth.

10/11/2025

💬 Meet Antony Hying, LCSW! 💬

Tony offers a neutral, judgment-free perspective—one that helps clients step back from the emotions that can sometimes complicate personal reflection. He believes you are the expert on your own life—and sometimes what’s needed most is validation and an outside perspective.

Tony works with adults and teens 12+ and specializes in supporting individuals navigating depression, anxiety, stress, men’s work, the criminal justice system, and first responder experiences. His approach integrates DBT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness to create a space for growth and self-understanding.

Tony earned his Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin–Platteville and his Master’s in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Before joining Reflections, he provided team-based mental health services in both community and inpatient settings and worked as a social worker and case manager for jail inmates.

✨ Tony currently has immediate openings and is credentialed with Medicaid, Alliance, UHC, Anthem/BCBS, Quartz, GHC, WPS and more. If you’re interested in connecting with Tony, visit reflectionsmhwi.com to schedule a free consultation call.

💬 Meet Anthony Hying, LCSW! 💬

Tony offers a neutral, judgment-free perspective—one that helps clients step back from the emotions that can sometimes complicate personal reflection. He believes you are the expert on your own life—and sometimes what’s needed most is validation and an outside perspective.

Tony works with adults and teens 12+ and specializes in supporting individuals navigating depression, anxiety, stress, men’s work, the criminal justice system, and first responder experiences. His approach integrates DBT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness to create a space for growth and self-understanding.

Tony earned his Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin–Platteville and his Master’s in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Before joining Reflections, he provided team-based mental health services in both community and inpatient settings and worked as a social worker and case manager for jail inmates.

✨ Tony currently has immediate openings and is credentialed with Medicaid, Alliance, UHC, Anthem/BCBS, Quartz, GHC, WPS and more. If you’re interested in connecting with Tony, visit reflectionsmhwi.com to schedule a free consultation call.

10/11/2025

[Immediate Openings] Theo, Reflections' newest Licensed Puppy Counselor in Training, makes time to support our interns so they can support their clients! Corrin Harrington (art therapy), Brianna Miller (children) and Olivia (first responder families) are top notch students and compassionate therapists. If you've been to Reflections, you know they also have the humor to fit right in! They accept clients with straight Medicaid, BCBS, Alliance, and more! If you're interested in working with fresh ideas, warmth, and enthusiasm, check out teflectionsmhwi.com and call or email for their openings!

Reflectionsmhwi.com

[Immediate Openings] Theo, Reflections' newest Licensed Puppy Counselor in Training, makes time to support our interns so they can support their clients! Corrin Harrington (art therapy), Brianna Miller (children) and Olivia Kaltved (first responder families) are top notch students and compassionate therapists. If you've been to Reflections, you know they also have the humor to fit right in! They accept clients with straight Medicaid, BCBS, Alliance, and more! If you're interested in working with fresh ideas, warmth, and enthusiasm, check out reflectionsmhwi.com and call or email for their openings!

Reflectionsmhwi.com

09/23/2025

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