Southwest Counseling Service

04/07/2026

“If we are facing in the right direction, all we have to do is keep walking.”

Recovery isn’t about having it all figured out—it’s about continuing to show up, even on the hard days. Progress doesn’t have to be loud or fast to matter. Sometimes, it looks like getting out of bed. Making the call. Choosing not to give up.

If you’re moving forward, even one small step at a time, you’re doing the work. And that matters.

Keep going. We’re here with you every step of the way. 🤍 307-352-6680

04/06/2026

👉 We want to give a special shout out to our very own Krystle Norton, a team member who does it all around here and who truly embodies what it means to show up, step up, and give back.

For over 8 years, Krystle has been an essential part of Southwest Counseling, supporting our team and the individuals we serve in countless ways. She also brings over 20 years of personal recovery from substance use—offering not just professional support, but lived experience, compassion, and hope to those walking a similar path.

Krystle is an incredible Peer Specialist who leads with authenticity, manages Fleet Maintenance to ensure clients have reliable transportation, and has stepped in as Interim Purchasing Clerk to keep our residential treatment homes stocked with food and supplies. No matter the role—wherever she’s needed, she’s there.

Now, she’s added another incredible accomplishment: becoming our CPR/First Aid/AED & Stop the Bleed Instructor!

At Southwest Counseling, every staff member is CPR certified to ensure we’re prepared for emergency situations and can provide the safest environment possible—something Krystle now leads.

We’re grateful for her dedication, her growth, and the example she sets every day.

04/04/2026

It’s not “just people-pleasing.” Sometimes, it’s trauma.

For many people, constantly putting others first isn’t about being nice—it’s about feeling safe. It can come from experiences where saying no felt risky, where approval was tied to love, or where conflict meant something bigger than just disagreement.

So you learn to keep the peace.

You say yes when you want to say no.

You read the room before you even enter it.

That’s not a personality flaw—that’s a survival response.

The good news? It’s something you can unlearn—with the right support. Therapies like trauma-focused CBT, EMDR, somatic therapy, and DBT can help you process past experiences, build boundaries, and reconnect with your own needs.

You don’t have to keep abandoning yourself to feel accepted. 💛

📞 We’re here to help—appointments available + Open Access Mon–Thurs, 12–4

Call: 307-352-6680

04/02/2026

Some days, something as “simple” as cleaning the house can feel completely overwhelming—and for many neurodivergent individuals, that’s not about laziness or lack of effort.

Executive dysfunction can make it hard to start tasks, stay focused, or follow through—even when you want to get things done. It can look like staring at a mess and not knowing where to begin, getting stuck in a loop of avoidance, or feeling mentally exhausted before you even start.

This is real. And it’s more common than people realize.

The good news? Support can make a difference. Therapy can help build strategies that actually work for your brain, and medication may help improve focus, motivation, and follow-through.

You don’t have to keep fighting your brain on your own—we’re here to help. 💛

📞 Appointments available + Open Access (Mon–Thurs, 12–4)

Call us: 307-352-6680

04/01/2026

April is Alcohol Awareness Month 💙

If you or someone you love is struggling with alcohol use, you’re not alone—and support is here. Recovery looks different for everyone, and taking that first step matters.

We have appointments available and offer Open Access Monday–Thursday from 12–4 PM—no appointment needed.

📞 Call us at 307-352-6680 to get started today.

You deserve support.

04/01/2026

Call 307-352-6677 and ask for Sweetwater County Prevention to get your free medication lock box.

On Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Green River and Rock Springs Police Departments and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day at locations across the country. DEA and its partners will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and...

03/30/2026

“The best way out is always through.” 💭

Recovery isn’t about skipping the hard parts—it’s about walking through them, one step at a time. The uncomfortable moments, the setbacks, the days you want to give up… they’re not signs you’re failing. They’re part of the process.

You don’t have to rush it. You just have to keep going.

Through the hard conversations.
Through the cravings.
Through the healing.

And on the other side? Strength you didn’t know you had. 💪🧠

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03/27/2026

Half of all mental health conditions begin by age 14 . Early support can change everything. 💬🧠

The earlier kids and teens get help, the better their chances to build confidence, cope with challenges, and thrive into adulthood. But they can’t do it alone, and they don’t have to. ❤️

If you’ve noticed changes in your child’s mood, behavior, or stress levels, trust your instincts. Reaching out is a strong first step, not a last resort.

We’re here to help! No appointment needed during Open Access.

📍 Open Access Hours:
Monday–Thursday | 12–4 PM

📞 Call us: 307-352-6680

Support early. Support often. Support matters. 🌱

03/25/2026

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03/25/2026

Healing shouldn’t come at the cost of losing your child 🤍

For 26 years, Southwest Counseling’s Women & Children’s Program has been a place where mothers can rebuild their lives—without being separated from their children 👩‍👧‍👦

We were the first—and are still the only—program of our kind in the state, creating a space where recovery and parenting can happen together 💛

And because help should be accessible:
✨ Funding is available so many mothers pay little to no out-of-pocket cost

The impact speaks for itself:
✨ 70,000+ residential bed days provided
✨ 600+ women supported in recovery
✨ Nearly 750 children cared for
✨ 130+ drug-free babies born into the program

This program doesn’t just treat addiction—it helps:
✨ Reduce relapse, domestic violence, and child maltreatment
✨ Strengthen families and keep them together
✨ Support long-term independence and stability

Because when a mother heals… a family heals 💛

You don’t have to choose between being a mom and getting help.
We’re here when you’re ready 🤍

📞 Reach out today to learn more. 307-352-6680
🕐 Open Access: 12–4 PM, Mon–Thurs

03/23/2026

As parents, we all want our kids to feel happy, confident, and supported — but sometimes they need a little extra help along the way. 💛

At Southwest Counseling Services, your child’s mental health is in expert hands.

Meet Dr. Mark Rindflesh 👨‍⚕️
A board-certified Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist licensed in Wyoming & Utah, Dr. Rindflesh has over 30 years of experience helping children, teens, and families navigate:
• Anxiety & stress 😟
• Depression 💭
• Behavioral challenges ⚡
• Neurodevelopmental concerns 🧠
• Complex mental health needs

Through compassionate care and a steady, understanding approach, he creates a space where young people feel safe, heard, and supported. 🤝

✨ Now offering telehealth services for added convenience

Getting started is easy!
🕛 Open Access Hours: Monday–Thursday, 12–4 PM
📞 Call us to learn more or get connected. 307-352-6680

You don’t have to figure this out alone — we’re here for you and your child every step of the way. 💙

03/20/2026

1 in 20 people are living with depression — chances are, it’s someone you know… or maybe even you. 💛

Depression isn’t always obvious. It can look like:
• Feeling sad, empty, or hopeless
• Losing interest in things you used to enjoy
• Changes in sleep or appetite
• Low energy or constant fatigue
• Trouble focusing or making decisions
• Withdrawing from others

You don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable to talk to someone. Support can make a difference.

We’re here for you.
📍 Open Access Hours: 12-4PM Mon-Thurs
📞 Call us: 307-352-6680

Walk in, call, or reach out — no judgment, just support.
You’re not alone in this. 🤝