Creative Living Center, P.C.

03/03/2026

In part two of this series on the importance of caring for the caregiver, Brooks McFarland, of Compassionate Care Services, again joins Dr. Shawn and Piet to share of their offerings.

Dr. Shawn asked Brooks about several situations where the one who generally provides the help and support needs some help and support and if Compassionate Care Services offered those kinds of provisions. The diversity of the services to assist those who assist the mentally ill were illustrated.

Thanks, Brooks, for joining us again on Rog’s Corner, and providing this valuable service in our communities.

Listen to Rog’s Corner each Tuesday morning on 93.9 KSOU following Swap.

If you are a caregiver or person in need of mental health support, call us at Creative Living Center at 476-5245, to connect with a compassionate counselor. You may also email us at info@creativelivingcenterpc.com. We have immediate availability and openings to serve you.

Brooks McFarland from Compassionate Care Services joined Rog's Corner once again this morning along with Dr. Shawn and Piet as they continued to discuss how important it is to help and support the people providing help and support. Compassionate Care Services is one of the options families have. Hear today's episode and more at siouxcountyradio.com/rogscorner/

02/27/2026

✨Anger Management✨
Have you ever felt like your anger is controlling you? If so, our therapists at Creative Living Center, PC can help you take back control of your life through anger management skills.
If you have questions or want to learn more about how psychotherapy could help you, we’d love to connect. All of our therapists are accepting new clients at this time.
📞 To make an appointment, call us at 712-476-5245
📧 Or email us at info@creativelivngcenterpc.com

02/24/2026

Brooks McFarland of Compassionate Care Services joined Dr. Shawn and Piet on Rog’s Corner this morning to share in a conversation about caring for the caregiver.

In this episode, Dr. Shawn reminded listeners who are caregivers of those with mental health struggles to first identify themselves as holding this role. She spoke about three points: 1.) Prepare-gain awareness and use healthy communication; 2.) Learn-gain skills, engage in counseling to better understand and receive tools, and attend NAMI; 3.) Sustain-check on oneself that you’re eating nutritiously, staying hydrated, exercising, enjoying other meaningful relationships, and using boundaries.

Dr. Shawn spoke about using your ‘greater village’ which segued into Brooks sharing some of the many ways Compassionate Care Services can help the caregiver, so they may have respite and assistance.

Thanks, Brooks, for informing the Rog’s Corner audience of your Compassionate Care Services, and we look forward to you joining us again next week.

Listen to part two of this series on Rog’s Corner that airs each Tuesday morning on 93.9 KSOU following Swap.

If you are a caregiver or person in need of some mental health support through counseling, we are here to connect with you with immediate openings and availability.

Phone: 712-476-5245
Or
Email: info@creativelivingcenterpc.com

It is difficult enough to be a caregiver, but who cares for the caregiver? Brooks McFarland from Compassionate Care Services joined Rog's Corner this morning and talked about they help people stay in their homes longer. Hear today's episode and all previous episodes at siouxcountyradio.com/rogscorner/

02/20/2026

✨Person Centered Therapy✨
Person Centered Therapy (PCT) is an evidence based approach that puts the client in the driver's seat. Therapists practicing PCT work to be genuine, empathetic, and accepting of each client.
If you have questions or want to learn more about how psychotherapy could help you, we’d love to connect. All of our therapists are accepting new clients at this time.
📞 To make an appointment, call us at 712-476-5245
📧 Or email us at info@creativelivngcenterpc.com

02/17/2026

Jamie Van Ravenswaay joined Dr. Shawn on Rog’s Corner this morning to share the story of his brain aneurysm in 2017 and the physical and mental effects he experienced.

In this episode, Jamie related the emotional impact upon his family, extended family, employees, and friends as well. The heightened gratitude and empathy gained through this ordeal stays with him and his loved ones today.

Thank you, Jamie, for your willingness to share your story with Rog’s Corner listeners today.

Listen to Rog’s Corner each Tuesday morning on 93.9 KSOU following Swap.

Jamie Van Ravenswaay joined Rog's Corner this morning and shared his story of a brain aneurysm in 2017 and the positive effect it ultimately has had on him and his family. Hear today's episode and all previous Rog's Corner episodes at siouxcountyradio.com/rogscorner/

02/16/2026

Creative Living Center was favored with a presentation on 'Misuse and Gambling' by Cheryl Buntsma from the Rosecrance Jackson Center on February 9, 2026. Representatives from Creative Living Center pictured left to right are Licensed Counselors Shannon Van Maanen, Thomas Van Engelenhoven, Buntsma from Rosecrance, and Dr. Shawn Scholten.

We benefitted from this educational presentation with information gained to help us with the clients we serve. We also enjoyed learning more about services from each agency so we can better partner together in helping people.

📞712-476-5245 to make an appointment with one of these licensed mental health counselors or the others at Creative Living Center, with offices in Rock Valley, Sioux Center, and Orange City to meet your needs.
Or
📧info@creativelivingcenterpc.com

✨You won't be placed on a long waiting list. We have immediate availability to accommodate you.

02/13/2026

✨Anxiety✨
All of us have experienced various levels of worry or anxiety. However, when worries and anxieties become too much to handle, our therapists at Creative Living Center are there to help. Our providers are experienced in a number of evidence based therapies to treat anxiety disorders.
If you have questions or want to learn more about how psychotherapy could help you, we’d love to connect. All of our therapists are accepting new clients at this time.
📞 To make an appointment, call us at 712-476-5245
📧 Or email us at info@creativelivngcenterpc.com

02/12/2026

✨Creative Living Center counselor, Shannon Van Maanen, provided a community outreach presentation on "Mental Health and Self-Care" to the Rock Valley Ambulance Team, on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.✨

Thank you, Shannon, for caring about and helping our community first responders.

📞712-476-5245 to schedule a counseling appointment with Shannon or one of the other Creative Living Center counselors.
OR
📧info@creativelivingcenterpc.com

Our counselors have immediate availability to meet your mental health needs in a warm, safe environment.

02/11/2026

⭐In the News!⭐

We're pleased to share that our "Mental Wellness: Surviving the Winter Blues" event as part of the Sioux Center Public Library 'Battle the Blues' series was featured in the The Rock Valley Bee last week!📰

See the article to learn more about the valuable and fitting content that our Licensed Counselors, Elissa O'Dell and Shannon Van Maanen, shared on a very cold winter evening. 🩵

📞To make an appointment with one of these or our other wonderful counselors at 712-476-5245.
📧 info@creativelivingcenterpc.com.
We have immediate availability to meet your mental health needs in this winter season.

02/11/2026

Listen to this second of a two-part series on child loss, as Dr. Shawn talks with guest, Amy Maassen, about her dear son Walker.

This episode reflects perspective through the lens of grief, education about the nature of grief in children, and the value of presence for grievers.
Amy also shares about the meaningful child loss support group which she and her husband began.

We, again, are grateful to Amy for courageously sharing her family’s story, as well as providing information and understanding for the listeners of Rog’s Corner.

Tune into Rog’s Corner each Tuesday morning at KSOU 93.9 FM, following Swap.

Amy Maassen, whose 20-month-old son, Walker, passed away in 2023, returned to Rog's Corner this morning and offered advice for others who may also be experiencing such a tragic loss. Amy and her husband Chris have also started a support group. Hear today's episode and more at siouxcountyradio.com/rogscorner/

02/10/2026

Creative Living Center often receives phone calls from people seeking extra assistance through parenting classes. We are pleased to share that our friends at Hegg Health Center are offering a series of Parent Education sessions, starting this week. The four sessions are 30 minutes each over the noon hour. You are welcome to attend one or all the sessions. They are held in the Hegg Learning Center. See the flyer below for more information on this helpful opportunity.

Our first Parent Education Program session is this week!

Join us for this free series created to help parents and caregivers feel more confident, reduce stress, and support emotional regulation at home.

📅 Attend one or all sessions
📍 Hegg Learning Center
📲 Scan the QR code to learn more or request a recording

02/08/2026

✨National Counselor Day✨

It's a day set aside to honor and appreciate the invaluable work of counselors in our lives.

While we couldn't get all of our wonderful counselors together last week for a photo, we are pleased to share this terrific, representative bunch. Left to right, Dr. Shawn Scholten; Shannon Van Maanen; Bethany De Ruyter; and Elissa O'Dell. We are so grateful for each of them and our entire group of counselors at Creative Living Center.

📞 712-476-5245 to schedule a counseling appointment at Creative Living Center. We have immediate availability to meet your mental health needs.

or

📧info@creativelivingcenterpc.com