Meridian Counseling

02/28/2026

When a client says “I don’t know,” do you panic?
Here’s how to respond with confidence.

Learn practical therapy techniques for when a client says “I don’t know.” Reduce therapist anxiety, build clinical confidence, and respond skillfully in stuck sessions.

02/28/2026

They say they’re fine — but something feels different.
Here are subtle signs your child may be struggling.

Learn the subtle signs your child may be struggling emotionally — even if they say they’re fine. Discover warning signs of anxiety, stress, and when therapy may help.

02/25/2026

Over-preparing for every session but still feeling anxious? 👀
It’s not about competence — it’s about confidence.

Over-preparing for therapy sessions but still feeling anxious? Learn why therapist anxiety and imposter syndrome show up in grad school — and how to build real confidence.

02/25/2026

Does everything feel urgent lately?
If small tasks feel like emergencies, anxiety may be driving the pressure.

Do you constantly feel like everything is urgent? Learn how anxiety creates a false sense of emergency and how therapy can help regulate chronic stress.

02/24/2026

Final stop on the yearly holiday tour was Salt Lake City for a nice dinner with our Utah clinicians, software team and billing manager!

Some of our most pivotal team members are located in Utah and we are so grateful to have a presence in my hometown. Every year as we grow, it becomes more and more important to me to stay grounded and rooted in the foundation of why I started this company and where I come from and nothing like going back to Utah does that more. I’m sad I missed it this year, but I can’t wait till our next trip out there! 🫶🏻✨🤍🥰






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02/18/2026

Hi moms 💛 I’m Sandra Kushnir, owner of Meridian Counseling (we’re a larger group practice based in Utah + California)—and I’m also a new mom. Because postpartum can feel like so much (beautiful and hard at the same time), I’m starting an in-person Mommy Me Time Process Group: an 8-week therapist-led group for new moms to connect, learn tools, and process what’s really going on.

We’ll cover topics like: body image, sex/intimacy after baby, identity shifts, friendship changes, anxiety/intrusive thoughts, boundaries, self-care + burnout, and more.

Details:
🗓 Starts April 3
🕛 12:00 PM
👩‍👧‍👦 8–12 moms
👶 Babies welcome
📍 In-person at my home (I originally planned virtual, but I truly believe in-person will be more meaningful)

Payment: We take insurance—we can verify your coverage.
To join, go to www.meridian-counseling.com → fill out the Begin Your Journey form, and in the Comments section write:
“Mommy Me Time Process Group led by Sandra Kushnir.”
Our team will verify benefits and let you know your out-of-pocket cost.
Not using insurance? $25 per session (60 minutes).

Questions? email me:
✉️ sandra@meridian-counseling.com

02/17/2026

Imposter syndrome is incredibly common in therapist training — especially in grad school. If anxiety and self-doubt are creeping in, you’re not alone (and you’re not unqualified). Read our latest blog on why it happens and what actually helps.

Struggling with imposter syndrome in grad school? Learn why anxiety is common in therapist training and what to do to build real confidence and resilience.

02/17/2026

Feeling more anxious after scrolling? 📱

Digital overload can quietly dysregulate your nervous system and leave you emotionally exhausted. If you’re “wired but tired,” screens may be playing a bigger role than you think.

Our newest blog explores why this happens — and how to reset.

Feeling anxious after scrolling? Learn how digital overload affects your nervous system, increases anxiety, and how therapy can help restore balance.

02/16/2026

Postpartum anxiety is more common than most people realize — and it doesn’t always look the way you expect. If worry feels constant or overwhelming after bringing your baby home, therapy and help are available.

Learn the signs of postpartum anxiety, how it differs from baby blues, and when to seek therapy. Support and help are available for new parents.

02/16/2026

Burnout doesn’t start in practice — it often begins in grad school. If you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed in your therapy training, this is for you.

Burnout can begin during therapist training. Learn how to protect your energy, manage anxiety, and build sustainable habits early in your therapy career. We can help.

02/16/2026

OC holiday party! Second to last one of the holiday party tour we do yearly! We got together in Laguna Beach to celebrate and had a great dinner. Some of our team couldn’t make it to this one due to getting sick, but we’re grateful for the more intimate vibes allowing us to connect more!

Therapists are the best conversationalist 😉

02/13/2026

Becoming a licensed therapist is a journey — you don’t have to do it alone. Read our step-by-step guide and learn how we can support your training.

Learn the step-by-step process of becoming a licensed therapist, from graduate training to supervision and licensure, with tips and support along the way.