Pyramid Counseling Services / Laurie La Violette, LCSW CCS CSW

02/24/2026

02/23/2026

Losing a pet is a profound, often traumatic, experience equivalent to losing a family member, causing intense, valid grief, including shock, guilt, and deep sadness. Coping involves allowing yourself to feel the pain, establishing routines, creating memorials, and seeking support. There is no "right" time to heal or get another pet. Reach out if you can't get past the pain on your own.

02/22/2026

Take heed, rising above takes away their power and toxic impact.

02/20/2026

It's not what you look like, it's not what you have, it's not what you do, it's who you are as a person that matters.

02/17/2026

Anonymous random acts of kindness are even better! It means you do not do the act for recognition's sake. You do not need attention and you do not need a thank you. Now go out there and do something! Yay you!!

01/08/2026

"Don't take the bait" as said from the Governor of MN. The anger out there is like a virus spreading and becoming more powerful. Moral anger is for a cause. Peaceful protests are okay. Do what you can to not let it become destructive. Do everything you can to ensure your inner peace is protected and not disrupted. If you're not sure how to do this, reach out to someone positive in your life, practice calming and pleasurable activities, and consider connecting a provider who is well versed at anger management. The image below is taken from the Portland Press Herald.

01/02/2026

Who's going to take on the challenge? It shouldn't be difficult. If it is, assess your relationship with alcohol. Is it for pain, social comfort, stress, etc.

01/01/2026

If you are reveling tonight, please be sure to have a designated driver so we all can have a tomorrow! We advise not drinking any alcohol at all. We are drinking white grape sparkling drink. It's good!!!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas to those who celebrate 🎄

12/22/2025

Geesh...

12/19/2025

Another therapy joke. Sorry lol 🤣