Reid Professional Counseling Center, PLLC

04/02/2026

This!!

03/29/2026

03/27/2026

Avoidance is not a coping skill; it’s a symptom.

03/27/2026

👉 “Sharing an opportunity in Shawnee…”
Looking for a strong group facilitator for men’s BIP classes ($50/hr)

Reid Professional Counseling Center is hiring someone to lead men’s Batterers Intervention Program groups.

This role tends to be a great fit for clinicians who:
• Are comfortable working directly with men
• Can set clear boundaries and hold clients accountable
• Don’t shy away from challenging conversations or pushback
• Have a calm, confident presence in a group setting

🕒 1 evening group per week (1.5–2 hours)
💲 $50/hour
📍 Shawnee

Licensed or under supervision (LPC, LCSW, LMFT preferred).
BIP facilitator training required or you can attend the next one in April through the Office of the Attorney General.

If you—or someone you know—have the presence and skill set for this kind of work, feel free to message or send a resume.

Email resume to reidpcc@gmail.com or call 405-273-2323 for more information.

03/27/2026

So true!!

Replacing “I’m overwhelmed” with “I need to focus on what matters most and go slow” calms the brain by shifting it from a survival-based “alarm” state to a logic-driven “executive” state. This simple change in self-talk functions as a neural “off-switch” for panic.

Labeling yourself as “overwhelmed” signals danger to the amygdala, the brain’s fear center. This triggers a fight-or-flight response, increasing cortisol and heart rate. The new phrase acts as a directive for the prefrontal cortex - the part of the brain responsible for decision-making and planning. It signals that the situation is manageable, allowing this “rational” brain to regain control from the emotional one.

By telling yourself to “focus on what matters most”, you give the brain a specific sorting task. This filters out “mental noise” and reduces cognitive load, making it easier for the brain to process information systematically.

The instruction to “go slow” helps the nervous system settle. This creates the mental space needed to respond thoughtfully rather than reacting impulsively to perceived chaos.

03/27/2026

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