Authentic Counseling & Therapy, PLLC

03/12/2026

Earlier this month was National Read Across America Day! Reading can have a variety of mental health benefits. There is even an emerging form of therapy involving reading known as Bibliotherapy. Soon, we will share some book recommendations from our staff. But first, we want to hear from you! What is your favorite book?

03/06/2026

POV: a cutie sewing project for kids.
Therapist POV: a hands on way to introduce frustration threshold to a client.
Frustration tolerance changes from person to person and an individual’s frustration tolerance can change throughout a day. Raising a persons self awareness and practicing skills to regulate can make a person more resilient to stressors and fun dino art projects help too 🦕🦖

03/04/2026

The dangers of screen time are complicated and hard to tackle in a small post, but this can provide a base of understanding! Additionally, it is important to note that people, especially children, with ADHD are more susceptible to the harms of too much screen time. Read our post to learn more!

03/03/2026

https://www.authenticpllc.com/post/your-first-appointment-what-to-expect

Our latest blog let's you know what to expect from a first session in therapy. It's provides helpful guidance if you have been curious about therapy, but apprehensive because you don't know what to expect.

By Nicole HouckTherapy can be daunting, especially if you are just starting out. If you’re looking to start a therapy journey, but don’t know what to expect, don’t worry! Let’s explore what the first session typically looks like together. The “Intake Interview”The main thing you should k...

02/18/2026

Good news, Authentic community! We have two new counselors excited to work with you. Please read what counseling intern Lark Steward and therapist Beth Ontrop have to say about counseling. If you’re interested in learning more, you can contact them via their included emails or phone numbers. Starting a therapy journey can be daunting, but we are here to support you. Visit our website today at authenticpllc.com!

02/12/2026

February is a month full of love and relation. It is so important that we don’t forget a very important person in all of our lives that deserves love: ourselves! Use these journal prompts or just free-write about things you love about yourself. Spend some time on you!

02/07/2026

Our community 💚

A huge thank you to Taylor from Authentic Counseling & Therapy, PLLC in Morris 💙 for collecting and donating female hygiene products, hair accessories, and the cutest Ipsy bags!

Another big shout-out to our amazing volunteer Brooke for coming in today to help put the Ipsy bags together.

We truly appreciate this generosity! These Ipsy bags help turn everyday essentials into something that feels special and personal for our clients.

02/05/2026

February is Black History Month! Black people experience additional unique challenges in American society that can negatively impact mental health. Race is an important trait to consider when conducting psychological research, updating mental health understanding within the field, and making diagnoses. We encourage you to be curious and seek out more information.

01/29/2026

https://www.authenticpllc.com/post/the-feel-good-hormone-what-is-dopamine

Check out our latest blog!!!

By Nicole HouckYou may have heard words like “neurotransmitter”, “hormone”, and “dopamine” before, especially within talks about mental health, but do you know what they mean? You have these things called neurotransmitters in your body, even if you don’t really understand what they are...

01/29/2026

Did you know? We have a monthly blog! In the past, we’ve covered things like meditation, brain chemistry, a day in the life of a counseling professional, and more. If any of those pique your interest, you can find our blog archive (plus the new post for this month) on our website! These are quick and easy ways to better understand yourself and those around you. We hope you enjoy!

01/16/2026

January is National Hobby Month! Hobbies can be a great way to strengthen our minds, escape the stresses of everyday life, and explore our own creativity. To celebrate National Hobby Month, why not try something new? You could take up running, crocheting, reading, scrapbooking, woodworking—the possibilities are endless! We encourage you to try something new this month and reflect on how it makes you feel.

01/09/2026

You have probably heard of or even experienced “burnout” before, but do you know what it causes or how to prevent it? Read through this post to learn a little bit about burnout and how to take care of yourself.