Center for Personal Wellness

01/17/2026

“Trauma isn’t about what happened — it’s about what your nervous system held.”

So many people minimize their experiences by saying, “Other people had it worse than me.”

In this new blog post, Dylan breaks down one of the biggest misconceptions about trauma: that it only “counts” if it was extreme or life-threatening.

Trauma isn’t defined by the event itself — it’s defined by how your body and nervous system experienced it. When something felt too much, too fast, or too alone, your system adapted to survive.

Anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, emotional shutdown, chronic stress — these aren’t character flaws. They’re often signs of a nervous system that learned to stay on high alert.

If you’ve ever wondered “Why can’t I just get over this?” — this post is for you.

✨ You’re not weak. You’re not broken. Your nervous system did what it had to do to protect you.

👉 Read the full blog here: https://tinyurl.com/6tkw7jyt

01/15/2026

✨ The Invisible Weight of Feeling “Not Enough” ✨

That quiet heaviness you can’t quite name—the pressure to try harder, be better, not mess up—even when you’re already exhausted… you’re not imagining it.

In her latest blog, Jenna beautifully names what so many people carry silently: the learned belief that worth comes from performance, perfection, or never taking up too much space.

The truth? That voice isn’t truth—it’s a survival script. And it can be rewritten.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re running on empty while still telling yourself it’s not enough, this one is for you. 🤍

👉 Read the full blog: https://tinyurl.com/3ae68t33

11/24/2025

Struggling with stress, overwhelm, anxiety, or just needing a safe space to talk? Getting started with counseling at CPW is easier than ever. ❤️

Here are 3 simple ways to book your first appointment:

1️⃣ Visit Our Website: Head to www.centerforpersonalwellness.com to get started.

2️⃣ Explore Our Team: Browse our clinician profiles to learn more about each provider and find the right fit for you or your family.

3️⃣ Book Online: Schedule directly through our online portal or request a call with our Client Care Coordinator if you’d like help matching with the best clinician for your needs.

🌿 Whether you’re looking for in-office or telehealth, we’re here to help you take the next step toward feeling better.

If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy, consider this your sign.

Reach out today — you don’t have to navigate things alone.

10/30/2025

🎃 Pumpkin Decorating Contest 2025 — VOTE NOW! 🎃

Our team got extra creative this year, and now it’s your turn to decide who takes home the win!

Check out all of our amazing pumpkin creations below and vote for your favorite by leaving a comment on this original post with the pumpkin’s number. 🏆

✅ How to vote:
1️⃣ Scroll through the photos below.
2️⃣ Comment with the number of your favorite pumpkin (votes on shared posts won’t count — make sure you’re voting here!).
3️⃣ Voting closes end of day Monday, November 3rd.

We can’t wait to see which pumpkin wins the crown! 👑🎃

10/29/2025

So many people think grief is something we eventually “get over,” but grief isn’t a task — it’s a relationship to a loss that still matters.

Grief doesn’t disappear with time; it changes shape. It may grow quieter, but it continues to live in us as love that no longer has a physical place to land. And when it resurfaces, months, years, or even decades later, it isn’t a sign that we are stuck. It’s a sign that the bond is still real.

In our newest blog post, written by Laura, she explores the quiet ways grief continues with us, why there is no timeline for “being okay,” and how love often shows up through missing.

💛 Check out the full post here: https://tinyurl.com/mr49tzvp

For anyone still grieving in the after-years: you are not doing it wrong. You are still loving.

10/22/2025

✨ New Blog Post by Vanessa ✨

Stop the Holiday Food Fight & Reclaim Your Joy During This Eating Season

The holidays are meant to be a time of connection, comfort, and joy — not stress and food guilt. Yet for so many, this season turns into a mental tug-of-war over “good” vs “bad” foods, restriction vs overindulgence, and shame vs permission.

Vanessa’s latest blog post invites you to step out of the all-or-nothing mindset and back into a healthier relationship with food — one rooted in awareness, self-compassion, and balance.

Inside the article, she explains:

✅ Why labeling food as “good” or “bad” fuels guilt and shame
✅ How moralizing food slowly chips away at self-worth
✅ The real role food plays in fueling body and emotional connection
✅ Simple strategies to feel prepared and reduce holiday food anxiety
✅ Practical ways to challenge unhelpful thoughts and care for your body without restriction

This season, you deserve to fully experience the moments that matter — not spend them silently battling your plate.

If your relationship with food feels stressful or overwhelming, you aren’t alone — and support is available.

➡️ Read the full blog by Vanessa here: https://tinyurl.com/5cw7bjtr

10/02/2025

Today we’re celebrating an incredible milestone — Becki’s 1-year anniversary with Center for Personal Wellness! 💙

In just one year, Becki has made a lasting impact with her warmth, dedication, and compassionate care for clients. We are so grateful for the energy and expertise she brings to our team every single day.

And we’re even more excited to share that, as of October 1st, Becki has stepped into the role of Site Supervisor at our Hanover office location. 🎉 Her leadership and passion for supporting both clients and colleagues make her the perfect fit for this new role.

Please join us in congratulating Becki on an amazing year and this exciting next chapter! Drop a 💙 or a 🎉 below to help us celebrate her!

09/23/2025

Have you ever heard that little voice say “Just get up, everyone else does it”—but your body feels like it’s carrying the weight of the world? Depression isn’t laziness. It isn’t a lack of willpower. It’s a real condition that impacts both mind and body, making even the smallest tasks feel impossible.

In this post, CPW Therapist Emily Long explores what it really means to live with depression, why “just try harder” misses the point, and why rest and compassion matter more than productivity.

💙 Your worth is not defined by how much you accomplish today. The world can wait.

👉 Read the full article here: https://tinyurl.com/use8vbtz

09/05/2025

🎉 We Have a Winner! 🎉

A huge congratulations to Shannon 👏

You’re the lucky winner of our online self-care basket giveaway valued at over $375! 🎁✨

Thank you to everyone who liked, shared, commented, tagged, and joined us across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. 💚

’re so grateful for this amazing community and can’t wait to bring you more fun giveaways and resources soon!

Stay tuned for what’s next with CPW + ElevateU 🧠

09/04/2025

🌱 We’re Growing—Come Grow With Us! 🌱

The Center for Personal Wellness (CPW) is looking for a Full-Time Clinical Therapist (LPC/LSW, LPCC, LISW) to join our collaborative and compassionate team in Minster, OH.

If you’re passionate about helping kids, teens, and adults thrive—and want to be part of a supportive practice that values both your growth and well-being—we’d love to hear from you!

✨ What We Offer:
✔ Consistent referrals & steady caseload
✔ Competitive pay
✔ Supervision toward independent licensure
✔ Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, short-term disability
✔ Professional development stipend & opportunities for growth

📧 Apply here: https://bit.ly/3I5iWfS

08/19/2025

🌪 Navigating the Storm: Understanding and Supporting Anxious Adolescents 🌪

Anxiety in teens can feel like weathering a storm—with unpredictable waves, shifting moods, and emotional downpours. In her latest blog, Tracy offers a compassionate look at what’s really going on beneath the surface and how parents, caregivers, and communities can offer meaningful support.

No adolescent should have to face anxiety alone. Let’s break the silence, build connection, and empower our teens with tools and understanding. 💙

📖 Read now: https://tinyurl.com/n28n6msm

08/18/2025

🎉 LAST CHANCE! 🎉

Today is the final day to enter our self-care giveaway!
Win a basket packed with goodies to support your mental wellness 💚

👉 Head to the original giveaway post
👍 Like the post, like/follow our page and share
💬 Comment with your favorite emoji
👯‍♀️ Tag your friends

🕕 Winner will be announced this week — don’t miss out!

🎉 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎉

We’re celebrating prioritizing our mental health and YOU! Win our curated self-care basket valued at over $375 featuring a Stanley Cup, anxiety book, vision board kit, fidget toy, free grocery store or meal planning session, $50 off ElevateU Academy, and more!

👉 Here’s how to enter:

1️⃣ Like this post
2️⃣ Follow us on Facebook and/or Instagram ()
3️⃣ Share this post to your story or feed (and tag us so we see it!)
4️⃣ Comment below with your favorite emoji
5️⃣ Tag 2 friends who could use a self-care boost

✨ Bonus entries if you:

- Follow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/
- Subscribe to our YouTube: youtube.com/
- Follow both Facebook and Instagram

🗓 Giveaway ends August 18th. Winner announced the following week.

💚 Let’s spread the word about mental wellness and show ourselves some love!