Vanessa King, M.Ed., LPC-S

10/27/2025

In session, I regularly talk with clients about “distress tolerance”. Or in other words, I ask them if they can “sit with this uncomfortable emotion, thought, or sensation?”

I believe in the power of yoga, breath, and movement to help increase our window of tolerance. Below is a short description of how it works…there’s research showing the benefits of using yoga as an effective tool for trauma, healing, and regulating our nervous system.

Come practice yoga with us Lionheart Yoga & Fitness, LLC, or reach out of you’re interested in setting up counseling sessions to learn about incorporating it in your mental health and wellness practices!

Yoga and the Window of Tolerance

Yoga supports our ability to stay within—or gently expand—our window of tolerance, the range in which our nervous system feels safe enough to process emotions without shutting down or becoming overwhelmed. Through mindful movement, breath, and stillness, yoga helps us “sit with” uncomfortable sensations and emotions rather than avoid or react to them. Over time, this practice builds resilience, teaching us that discomfort can be a place of growth and regulation, not danger.

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10/06/2025

A little humor, since I’m hard core mommin’ these days…one of my favorite phrases is “no one escapes childhood unscathed”. Meaning even the best mom’s are only human and will “mess up” or unintentionally harm our children along the way. The key is knowing how to repair, being able to admit when we’ve lost our cool, made a decision or guided them in one that didn’t turn out the way we expected, when we are exhausted and overwhelmed and doing the best we can with what we have to offer. Grace, momma’s, it’s all gonna be ok 💗

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08/13/2025

🌿 Welcome Andrea Cabrera to Lionessa Wellness & Services! 🌿

We are so excited to welcome Andrea Cabrera, Licensed Massage Therapist, to our wellness community! 💆‍♀️✨

Massage therapy is more than just relaxation — it’s a powerful tool for supporting mental health and overall wellness. By reducing muscle tension, lowering stress hormones, and encouraging deep relaxation, massage can help calm the mind, improve mood, and support emotional balance.

Andrea brings her skill, compassion, and passion for helping others feel their best, and we are beyond grateful to have her as part of our team. 💛

Join us in giving her a warm welcome, and stay tuned for ways you can book a session with Andrea here at Lionessa Wellness & Services!

Starting this week, I will officially be working out of Lionessa Wellness, a peaceful wellness center that beautifully aligns with the direction my massage practice is evolving into.

💆‍♀️ Why this move matters for YOU:
Many of my clients have shared how much they value receiving their massage in a calm, quiet environment, and my new location honors exactly that.
When you arrive, you’ll notice a sign at the front door reminding guests that treatments are in session, helping to maintain a respectful and tranquil atmosphere throughout the day. You’ll also hear gentle white noise outside the doors, a peaceful signal that care and healing are taking place inside.

This shift means:
✅ No loud distractions
✅ A space designed to support emotional and physical healing
✅ A setting where you can fully relax, exhale, and reconnect with your body.

Whether you’re coming for deep relaxation, stress relief, or chronic pains , this move allows me to show up for you more fully, in an environment that truly supports your healing journey.

Thank you for supporting me and trusting me with your care. I’m so excited to welcome you into this sanctuary of stillness.

📍 New Location: Lionessa Wellness
📫 Address: 217 W. Beauregard Ave.
🔗 Book online anytime: andreacabrera.glossgenius.com

07/28/2025

🌿 Integrating Yoga & Counseling for Whole-Person Healing 🌿

At Lionessa Wellness and Services, we believe healing the mind also means nurturing the body and spirit. That’s why we’re passionate about incorporating yoga into mental health counseling—because movement, breathwork, and mindfulness are powerful tools for stress relief, trauma recovery, emotional regulation, and self-awareness.

As part of our holistic approach, we’re excited to offer DISCOUNTED yoga classes at Lionheart Yoga & Fitness, LLC to all current counseling clients.

🧘‍♀️ Whether you’re working through anxiety, grief, burnout, or just seeking more peace in your life—this integrated support can make a powerful difference.

✨ Therapy and movement together create space for deeper healing.
✨ Your story is honored here, and your healing journey is supported—mind, body, and soul.

📍 To learn more or schedule a session DM me or email at vanessaking.counselor@gmail.com

📍 To join a class at Lionheart Yoga & Fitness check the schedule at:
www.LionheartYogaFitness.com or download our app

07/28/2025

I have an ASU counseling program practicum student who will be accruing hours at Lionessa Wellness and Services starting in mid August.

She is learning about the field, and in need of a couple of clients to provide services in order to earn hours for her class.

If you know anyone who is looking for free or reduced rate counseling services, under the supervision of a fully licensed counselor, give them my contact info. We’d love to connect with them!

Vanessa King, M.Ed., LPC-S
325-262-1982

05/26/2025

This is so true, especially when it comes to therapy. I often tell new clients that therapy sometimes feels like cleaning out your closet…you are ready to get started, and you know it will be worth it in the end, but there is usually a point where you feel overwhelmed and like you’ll never get it all sorted and reorganized. But if you stick with it and have the courage to trust the process, the end results can be so rewarding.

Doing what is good for us doesn’t always feel good, but it’s necessary!

🙌🧠🍀 I came across a book that said:
Working out will make you feel weak, when it's actually making you stronger.
Learning new things will make you feel dumb, when it's actually making you smarter.
Investing in yourself will make you feel broke, when it's actually making you rich.
Facing your fears will make you feel terrified, when it's actually making you braver.
Never hold yourself back. Strive to be better tomorrow than you were today.
Thank yourself later.

05/03/2025

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02/24/2025

🌞 "A positive mind leads to a healthy heart." ❤️🧠

Did you know that cultivating positivity can benefit your heart just as much as your mind? Research indicates that practicing gratitude, optimism, and kindness can:
Lower blood pressure 📉
Reduce inflammation 🌿
Improve heart rate variability 💓

By focusing on strengths and positive emotions, you can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease and support overall heart health. 💛

At Lionessa Wellness & Services, we integrate positive psychology techniques to help you thrive—mentally and physically. Let’s work together to cultivate wellness, for your mind and heart! 💬 DM us today to start your journey to well-being.

Sources:
🔗 For more information, visit:
Harvard Health: Search “How Positive Psychology Can Help You Cultivate Better Heart Health”
PubMed: Search “Positive Psychological Well-Being and Cardiovascular Disease”
Harvard Health Blog: Search “A Positive Mindset Can Help Your Heart”

02/21/2025

You deserve to feel at peace. You deserve to heal. You deserve support. 💛 Prioritizing your mental wellness isn’t selfish—it’s essential. At Lionessa Wellness & Services, we’re here to help you give your mind the care it needs. 🌿

Take the step toward a healthier, happier you. You are worthy of this journey. 💬 Reach out today!