Untangled Minds PLLC

01/13/2026

Reminder 📣

Registration is now open for our 2026 Online OCD Camp!

Join us for a joyful, stigma-free virtual weekend where kids and teens can learn, connect, and feel truly understood. Taking place Saturday, January 31, and Sunday, February 1, 2026, and sponsored by the McLean OCD Institute, this online camp brings together youth ages 6–17 with OCD — along with their families — for two days of interactive sessions, creative activities, and age-specific programming.

Parents and caregivers can also attend dedicated sessions designed to build community, share experiences, and learn practical tips for supporting their child. 🩵

Register today 👉 http://iocdf.org/camp

01/01/2026

✨ Happy New Year from all of us at Untangled Minds ✨

As we step into a new year, we would like to take a moment to thank our clients, families, and community for entrusting us with your mental health journey. A new year can bring hope, reflection, and possibility—but it can also bring pressure. Remember, growth doesn’t have to be rushed, and change doesn’t have to be perfect.

Whether you’re setting intentions, taking things one day at a time, or simply focusing on rest, know that every step forward—no matter how small—matters. Be kind to yourself as you move into this next chapter.

We look forward to continuing to support you in the year ahead!

Wishing you peace, balance, and well-being in the New Year,
Untangled Minds PLLC

12/25/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from all of us at Untangled Minds 🎄

As this holiday season unfolds, we want to take a moment to wish our clients, families, and community a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. We know this time of year can bring a mix of emotions—joy, stress, grief, hope, and everything in between—and all of those feelings are valid.

May this season offer you moments of peace, connection, and rest. Be gentle with yourself, honor your needs, and remember that caring for your mental health is a meaningful gift you give to yourself and those you love.

Thank you for trusting us with your journey. We are grateful to walk alongside you and look forward to the year ahead. ❤️

Warm holiday wishes,
Untangled Minds PLLC

12/18/2025

12/18/2025

While the holidays can be filled with joy, for some they feel very heavy. Please remember are not alone!

12/16/2025

Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.) is more than “winter blues.” As daylight decreases, many people experience changes in mood, energy, sleep patterns, and motivation that can impact their daily functioning.

Common signs of S.A.D. may include:
• Persistent low mood
• Fatigue or low energy
• Changes in sleep or appetite
• Difficulty concentrating
• Loss of interest in activities you usually enjoy

The good news is that S.A.D. is treatable. Therapy can help you understand patterns, build coping strategies, and support your mental well-being through seasonal changes.

In addition to therapy, some helpful strategies may include:
• Increasing exposure to natural light when possible
• Maintaining a consistent sleep routine
• Engaging in regular physical movement
• Staying socially connected, even when energy feels low
• Practicing mindfulness or stress-management techniques

Some people consider supplements or light-based treatments to manage symptoms. It’s important to consult with a medical doctor or healthcare provider before starting any supplements or making changes to your treatment plan, as individual needs and medical histories vary.

For more information about Seasonal Affective Disorder, you can visit the National Institute of Mental Health:

🔗 https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/seasonal-affective-disorder

If you notice your mood shifting as the seasons change, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Support is available, and help can make a meaningful difference.

12/09/2025

11/21/2025

St. Louis DBT now has open spots available in their Young adult DBT and the LGBTQIA DBT groups. Participants can keep their current therapists! Call or email us today to reserve your spot.
314-932-7415
info@stldbt.com
www.stldbt.com

11/20/2025

We honor the lives lost to anti-trans violence — and stand with the trans community in the fight for safety, respect, and accessible mental health support.

Here are some NAMI resources for people in the trans community:

- Hope Starts With Us: Pride & LGBTQ+ Mental Health: nami.org/HSWU-PrideAndLGBTQ

- Identity & Cultural Dimensions: LGBTQ+: nami.org/lgbtq

- NAMI Blog: Using Our Voice to Protect the Mental Health of the LGBTQ+ Community: nami.org/blog-usingourvoice

- NAMI HelpLine Knowledge Article: Are there any mental health resources specifically for the LGBTQI community? nami.org/helpline-lgbtqresources-english | nami.org/helpline-lgbtqresources-espanol

- NAMI HelpLine Knowledge Article: How can I find an LGBTQI-affirming mental health provider? English: nami.org/helpline-lgbtqaffirming-english | Español: nami.org/helpline-lgbtqaffirming-spanish

11/20/2025

November 19 is International Men's Day.

Today, we can also affirm that men can be vulnerable, can cry, and remind men that its ok not to be ok.

Share these words to help raise awareness.

11/14/2025

Audrey & Nataly had the best time at the annual EIU Play Therapy Conference today with Dr. April Duncan!

Children process and learn naturally through play. Play therapy is a process of being with the child in the way thay is most natural to them!

To learn more about play therapy and its benefits, check out this link: http://cpt.unt.edu/what-play-therapy

10/13/2025

💚 OCD is real, complex, and treatable. Let’s talk about it and end the stereotypes.

📖 Read Audrey’s blog post to learn more: https://www.untangledmindspllc.com/blog/ocd

📚 Additional resources:
NAMI: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-ocd

CMI: https://childmind.org/guide/teachers-guide-to-ocd-in-the-classroom/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20384137085&gbraid=0AAAAADxqHB_oQZljsJAj8G6Yvo69aDm4p&gclid=Cj0KCQjw8p7GBhCjARIsAEhghZ1o0tpHAHdkoWR31tsAksyE78pi5iIVc5w3OdoN7alrZ5hpgQ2kKAwaAma8EALw_wcB

NHS: https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/mental-health/mental-health-self-help-guides/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-ocd-self-help-guide/