Open Minds Psychological

04/09/2026

We know it’s been a little bit since we’ve been on here… but we’re back 👋

And we’re kicking things off with something we’re really excited about:
our 5-week Virtual DBT Skills Groups are open for enrollment!

If you (or your teen) have ever felt overwhelmed, reactive, stuck in your head, or just unsure how to handle big emotions… this is for you. Real tools. Real life application.

💻 Virtual
📅 5 weeks
👥 Separate groups for adolescents & adults

We’re glad to be back—and even more excited to support you. Reach out to grab a spot

Register or send questions to info@openmindspsychological.com

03/03/2026

Open Minds Psychological is proud to sponsor WGSL this season! ⚾️

If you’re looking for an awesome way for your daughter to be part of a fun, supportive, and active community, we encourage you to check out WGSL. It’s an incredible opportunity to build confidence, friendships, teamwork, and a love for the game.

We’re excited to support programs that help girls grow both on and off the field.

Spring Rec League registration closes on Thursday, March 5. Register now before it's too late!

02/04/2026

We are excited to be a WGSL jersey sponsor! Check out the great partnership opportunities to showcase your business and give back to growing female sports, softball, and sportsmanship in our community.

02/04/2026

Such a great community and team program for females in our area!

01/01/2026

From all of us at Open Minds Psychological

A new year doesn’t have to mean becoming a “new you.”
Sometimes it’s about continuing, softening, and realigning.

As we step into 2026, we invite you to focus on:

Progress over perfection

Growth that feels sustainable

Care for your mental health as a foundation—not an afterthought

Whether this year brings clarity, challenge, healing, or change, you don’t have to navigate it alone. We’re here to support you, wherever you are on your journey.

Here’s to a year of intention, compassion, and open minds. 💙

— Open Minds Psychological

12/26/2025

Happy First Day of Kwanzaa
Celebrating Umoja — Unity

Today we honor the first principle of Kwanzaa, Umoja, which reminds us of the power of togetherness, connection, and shared purpose. Wishing you a season of unity, strength, and collective wellbeing.

12/25/2025

✨ DAY 12 of 12: Twelve Days of Compassion ✨
Compassion—toward yourself and others—is one of the strongest predictors of resilience.
It softens self-criticism, strengthens emotional regulation, and creates space for healing.

🎄 Holiday Invitation:
For the next twelve days, offer small acts of compassion to:
• Your past self- who tried, even when it was hard
• Your present self - who’s doing the best they can
• Your future self - who will benefit from the care you give today
Compassion isn’t indulgent. It’s maintenance for the mind.

💛 From Open Minds Psychological:
If this season feels heavy, reaching out is a powerful act of self-compassion. Support is here whenever you’re ready.

Merry Christmas from all of us at Open Minds Psychological!

12/24/2025

✨ DAY 11 of 12: Eleven Moments of Gratitude ✨
Gratitude isn’t about forcing positivity or pretending everything feels okay.

🎄 Holiday Invitation:
Notice eleven small things today:
warm socks
quiet mornings
a soft blanket
a laugh you didn’t expect
a favorite song
a warm drink
a kind message
a moment of rest
a deep breath
a cozy light
a memory that still makes you smile
Small moments count. They are real, and they help anchor the mind.

💛 From Open Minds Psychological:
If gratitude feels out of reach, that’s not a failure, it’s a sign you may need more support. You’re not alone, and help is here.

12/23/2025

✨ DAY 10 of 12: Ten Signs You Need a Break ✨

For many of us, burnout rarely shows up as “I’m tired.”
It shows up as irritability, withdrawal, trouble concentrating, racing thoughts, emotional numbness, and a sense that you have to push harder just to keep up.
These aren’t flaws , they’re signals from a nervous system that needs rest.

🎄 Holiday Reminder:
Rest is not a reward.
It’s regulation.
It’s maintenance.

💛 From Open Minds Psychological:
If slowing down feels impossible, we can help you learn how. You don’t have to hold everything together on your own.

12/22/2025

Happy Last Day of Hanukkah from all of us!

As we celebrate the final night, we honor the resilience, hope, and warmth symbolized by the Hanukkah lights. May these themes continue to guide and brighten your days ahead. 🕎

12/22/2025

✨ DAY 9 of 12: Nine Ways to Support a Child’s Big Feelings ✨

During the holidays, routines shift, stimulation increases, and emotions run high.

🎄 Nine Ways to Support a Child’s Big Feelings:
• Validate feelings (“I see you're upset”)
• Stay predictable when possible
• Offer simple choices
• Maintain familiar routines
• Model calm behavior
• Check for hunger, thirst, or fatigue
• Prepare kids for transitions
• Use a calm, steady tone
• Keep expectations age-appropriate
These small steps help kids feel grounded when the world around them feels extra busy.

💛 From Open Minds Psychological:
Parent coaching and therapy can help families move through the season with more ease. You don’t have to navigate the stress alone.

12/21/2025

✨ DAY 8 of 12: Eight Minutes of Movement ✨

🎄 Holiday Reminder:
Between events, schedule changes, school breaks, long car rides, and sensory overload, a small movement break can make a big difference.
A quick walk, stretch, dance, or shake-out is enough to help reset the nervous system.

💛 From Open Minds Psychological:
If ADHD symptoms feel harder to manage during the holidays, support is here. You don’t have to navigate it alone.