The Sacramento Counselor Group

The Sacramento Counselor Group Mental Health Group Practice serving individuals, couples, and children in the pursuit of health💗

Community gives us places to land when things feel heavy and spaces to celebrate when things feel good. 👥 💬 💛Whether it’...
12/23/2025

Community gives us places to land when things feel heavy and spaces to celebrate when things feel good. 👥 💬 💛

Whether it’s a friend you text weekly, a class you attend, or a local spot where people know your name — connection helps reduce stress, increase resilience, and make life feel more manageable.

You don’t need a big circle. Just a few safe, consistent connections can make a real difference. 🧠 🌿

You deserve to be around people who check in, listen, laugh with you, and show up (even in small ways).

✨Join us for affordable counseling sessions at just **$100**

Our compassionate therapists are here to listen and support you on your journey to connection and clarity.

Click the link in our bio to book a free 15-minute consultation 📩

What does emotional safety actually mean?Emotional safety is the feeling that you can be fully yourself—your thoughts, f...
12/19/2025

What does emotional safety actually mean?

Emotional safety is the feeling that you can be fully yourself—your thoughts, feelings, needs, and boundaries—without fear of being dismissed, criticized, or punished. It’s knowing that even during conflict, the connection isn’t at risk.

In relationships, emotional safety often looks like:
• Being able to express emotions without walking on eggshells
• Feeling listened to, even when someone disagrees
• Repairing after conflict instead of avoiding it
• Trusting that your vulnerability will be met with care, not judgment

When emotional safety is missing, you might notice patterns like shutting down, overexplaining, people-pleasing, or feeling anxious about saying the “wrong” thing.

This is where therapy can be incredibly supportive. A therapist can help you:
✨ Identify relationship patterns that don’t feel safe or supportive
✨ Understand how past experiences shape your emotional responses
✨ Learn healthier ways to communicate needs and boundaries
✨ Practice building safety—both with others and within yourself

Emotional safety isn’t about perfect relationships—it’s about creating space for honesty, growth, and repair. And the more emotional safety you build in your life, the easier it becomes to feel grounded, connected, and secure in your relationships.

💬 You deserve relationships that feel safe to be real in. Join us for affordable counseling sessions at just **$100**

Our compassionate therapists are here to listen and support you on your journey to clarity and purpose.

Click the link in our bio to book a free 15-minute consultation 📩

Stress doesn’t always stay contained—it shows up in our relationships. It can shorten patience, blur communication, and ...
12/15/2025

Stress doesn’t always stay contained—it shows up in our relationships. It can shorten patience, blur communication, and create distance even when care is still there. 💭

3 gentle tools to support connection during stressful seasons:

✨ Name the stress, not the person — saying “I’m overwhelmed” reduces blame and defensiveness.

✨ Slow the moment down — pause, breathe, or take a short break before responding.

✨ Protect small connection points — a check-in, shared meal, or kind touch can go a long way.

Curious about how stress may be impacting your relationship?

Check out our weekly blog post to learn more about the signs and symptoms. 📩 LINK IN BIO

Feeling the holiday pressure a little extra this year? Setting a gentle intention for the season can give you something ...
12/11/2025

Feeling the holiday pressure a little extra this year?

Setting a gentle intention for the season can give you something steady to come back to when things start to feel heavy. 💭 🧡

And if you want a bit more support or someone to talk things through with, we’d love to help.

❄️Join us for affordable counseling sessions at just **$100**

Our compassionate therapists are here to listen and support you on your journey to clarity and purpose.

Click the link in our bio to book a free 15-minute consultation 📩

Kids have hard days too — just like adults. The difference? They’re still learning how to recognize and understand those...
12/09/2025

Kids have hard days too — just like adults. The difference? They’re still learning how to recognize and understand those big emotions for what they are. 💛

Sometimes the best thing we can do is slow the pace. Offer space to decompress with gentle, low-energy activities like coloring, flipping through a favorite book, or simply sitting together in quiet.

These small moments help their nervous system settle so their feelings can make a little more sense.
And when they’re ready, a simple question can go a long way:

✨ “What are you feeling?”

✨ “Did anything happen today that made you feel that way?”

Reassurance + reflection = emotional growth.

Why do we share parenting tips? Because parents deserve free resources to help get through the difficult days. You’re doing better than you think. 💛

Looking for a coping tool to help you in the middle of an emotional reaction? Ever wonder how people pause and reflect o...
12/05/2025

Looking for a coping tool to help you in the middle of an emotional reaction? Ever wonder how people pause and reflect on their triggers? 💭

Try this one out — we call it “Surf Your Triggers.” 🌊

Because triggers will show up, and the most supportive thing you can do is avoid being harsh on yourself.

When you tune into your physical sensations, notice what feels “off,” and take a moment to reflect after the storm passes, you give yourself the chance to ride the wave rather than get pulled under. 🏄

Over time, this builds real self-awareness around your triggers and emotional patterns.

We share tools like this because everyone deserves accessible ways to care for their mental health.🧡

Follow us for weekly posts on mental wellness, counseling tips, coping skills, healthy habits, and more. 📩

Why is it helpful to release anger? Because letting those emotions move through your body creates real physical and ment...
11/21/2025

Why is it helpful to release anger? Because letting those emotions move through your body creates real physical and mental resets — the kind that help you think clearly, breathe easier, and feel more grounded again.

🌿Step outside and find one steady thing — a tree, a cloud, the sky. Let your eyes rest there until your breathing evens out.

🌿Close your eyes and imagine your anger as a color. Picture it slowly shifting into a softer shade as you breathe out.

Don’t let anger hold you down. And if you’re feeling lost or like it’s getting too heavy to manage on your own, we’re here for you.

Check out our website to learn more about our counseling services. 💪✨

“Burnout is the point where your resilience asks for companionship, not pressure.”Burnout and depression can feel simila...
11/14/2025

“Burnout is the point where your resilience asks for companionship, not pressure.”

Burnout and depression can feel similar on the surface, but they come from very different places. Burnout is often the result of long-term overwhelm—your mind and body saying, “I need a pause.” Depression goes deeper, shaping how you see yourself and the world around you.

If you’re unsure which one you might be navigating, you’re not alone—and understanding the difference can make things feel a little less confusing.

📚Learn more in just this 5-minute read. Link in bio or go to www.thesacramentocounselor.com 🧑‍💻🔗

Why share simple mindfulness tips? Because everyone deserves an outlet and a chance to discover what mindfulness looks l...
11/10/2025

Why share simple mindfulness tips? Because everyone deserves an outlet and a chance to discover what mindfulness looks like for them. These weekly tips are here to help you pause, breathe, and feel a little more grounded. 🧘‍♀️💭

Curious about how we bring mindfulness into therapy? Tap the link in our bio to learn more on our website.📩🤍

Home is the first place kids learn about the world—and you’re their first teacher. ⛰️🪁🧩Every limit you set, every rule y...
11/07/2025

Home is the first place kids learn about the world—and you’re their first teacher. ⛰️🪁

🧩Every limit you set, every rule you follow through on, teaches them something bigger: that the world can be predictable, safe, and fair.

Start by keeping rules simple and consistent, and always take a moment to explain the “why.” It might sound like:

💬 “We use indoor voices so everyone can feel calm.”

💬“We share toys so our friends feel included.”

💬“We clean up toys so no one trips.”

💬 “We use gentle hands because everyone deserves to feel safe.”

When you do this, you’re helping your child connect rules to feelings and relationships, not just consequences.

And when they push back (because they will), respond with calm and compassion. Testing boundaries is how kids learn where they end and others begin—it’s part of growing up, not a sign you’re doing something wrong.

Setting boundaries with warmth and consistency shows your child that love and limits can coexist—and that’s one of the most powerful lessons they’ll ever learn. 💛

Understanding the difference between the two is so important. You might think telling yourself things like “just stay po...
11/04/2025

Understanding the difference between the two is so important. You might think telling yourself things like “just stay positive,” “keep smiling,” or “you’ll get over it” is helping—but those phrases can actually send the message that your feelings don’t matter.

Here’s the truth: you’re allowed to be hopeful and acknowledge that this hurts. You can be scared and brave at the same time.

Yes, it’s healthy to stay optimistic and surround yourself with positivity—it can support your healing. But true healing also means honoring your pain, accepting it for what it is, and showing yourself compassion in the process.

Try reframing your self-talk with genuine optimism:

🌿 “This is really hard and it makes me sad, but each day I’ll try one small thing that helps me feel better.”

🌿 “I don’t feel like getting out of bed, and that feeling is valid. I’ll start by making my favorite snack, even if it’s not the healthiest.”

🌿 “Even though I’m strong, I can still lean on my loved ones for support. Reaching out for help takes strength and insight.”

You don’t have to carry everything alone. Finding relief and a healing outlet—whether through therapy, community, or connection—can make all the difference. 💛

Want to learn more? 📩Contact us to schedule your free consultation call. LINK IN BIO 🔗🌿

Did you know that feelings of sadness or stress are actually common during the holidays? 🍁Between financial strain, fami...
11/03/2025

Did you know that feelings of sadness or stress are actually common during the holidays? 🍁

Between financial strain, family expectations, and shorter days, many people find this season more heavy than joyful—and that’s okay. 💛🌿

Want gentle tips to help you feel more at peace this season? Join our mailing list to read this month’s newsletter on navigating the holiday blues. LINK IN BIO📩🔗

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8950 Cal Center Drive
Sacramento, CA
95826

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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