Paula Lain Counseling

Paula Lain Counseling Life is messy ; your thoughts don't have to be. The only dog-assisted counseling office in Sioux Falls, SD!

My practice specializes in treating individuals, couples and families and I offer comprehensive services dealing with:

- Counseling for Anxiety
- Couples Counseling
- Emotion-Focused Therapy
- Family Counseling
- Individual Therapy
- Therapy for Depression

Holiday season got you stressed from all the family drama? Whether you need a session before the chaos begins or after t...
12/19/2025

Holiday season got you stressed from all the family drama?

Whether you need a session before the chaos begins or after to decompress, we’ve got you. Take a breath, process the feels, and give yourself the space you deserve.

Your mental health matters, even during the holidays. Schedule your session today and prioritize yourself!
🔗 https://www.paulalaincounseling.com/contact

Saying no can feel uncomfortable, but it’s one of the strongest ways to take care of yourself.No isn’t rejection, it’s p...
12/17/2025

Saying no can feel uncomfortable, but it’s one of the strongest ways to take care of yourself.

No isn’t rejection, it’s protection. Protection of your energy, your peace, your time, your priorities.

Every no is actually a yes: a yes to your mental health, your boundaries, your life.

Boundaries aren’t selfish. They’re essential. 💚

Things that quietly give your power away. 💬 Over-explaining yourself😒 Holding grudges🕰️ Giving away your time freely😵‍💫 ...
12/15/2025

Things that quietly give your power away.

💬 Over-explaining yourself
😒 Holding grudges
🕰️ Giving away your time freely
😵‍💫 Trying to do everything
🤝 Offering too many chances
❤️‍🩹 Neglecting your own needs
✍️ Comparing yourself to others
👀 Avoiding what needs your attention right now
📣 Silencing your voice

Your power returns the moment you start choosing yourself, with boundaries, honesty, and intention. ✨

Cheat codes for life:✨ Wake up early, more time = less stress.✨ Make your bed, small wins set the tone. Your nighttime s...
12/11/2025

Cheat codes for life:

✨ Wake up early, more time = less stress.
✨ Make your bed, small wins set the tone. Your nighttime self will thank you later.
✨ Dress well (whatever that means for you), when you look good to yourself, you feel good.
✨ Move your body, stretch, walk, take the stairs, dance while brushing your teeth. It all counts.
✨ Don’t send the text, there’s power in the pause.
✨ Use the 2-minute rule, if it takes less than two minutes, just do it.
✨ Read daily, ideally something on paper. Grow your mind on purpose.
✨ End your day with gratitude, better sleep, better mindset, better days ahead.

Small choices. Big impact. Consistency > perfection.

Sip & Shop with us this Small Business Saturday! ✨We’re open 12pm–5pm today in the lobby of the Falls Center Building:📍 ...
11/29/2025

Sip & Shop with us this Small Business Saturday! ✨

We’re open 12pm–5pm today in the lobby of the Falls Center Building:
📍 431 N Phillips Ave.

Support local + treat yourself while checking off that holiday list!

Enjoy a little wine or sparkling water while you browse wellness favorites like:
• Locally made lotions, wax melts & candles
• Organic ingredient chapsticks
• Therapeutic journals & books
• Couples connection activities & books
• Shakti therapy mats for stress relief
• …and so much more!

Come grab Christmas gifts, and a few “you deserve this” gifts too. 💚

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃Wishing you a day full of gratitude, good food, and the people you love most. And yes… that include...
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

Wishing you a day full of gratitude, good food, and the people you love most. And yes… that includes politely dodging Grandma’s 17th request for you to eat more pie. 🥧

Even when life’s a little messy, noticing the good stuff helps… like remembering your coffee didn’t spill this morning ☕...
11/20/2025

Even when life’s a little messy, noticing the good stuff helps… like remembering your coffee didn’t spill this morning ☕️, or that you found that missing sock 🧦.

So, what’s one thing you’re actually grateful for this week (bonus points if it’s hilarious)? 😏

At the end of the day, you’re the one you go home with. Make choices that impress you. Please you. Your opinion of yours...
11/17/2025

At the end of the day, you’re the one you go home with. Make choices that impress you. Please you. Your opinion of yourself is the one that truly matters. ✨

💚 Happy World Kindness Day! 💚Kindness isn’t just for others, it’s for your own mental health too. A small smile, a thoug...
11/13/2025

💚 Happy World Kindness Day! 💚

Kindness isn’t just for others, it’s for your own mental health too. A small smile, a thoughtful note, or even just giving yourself a little grace can make a big difference.

Therapist? Check.Dog lover? Absolutely.Believer that a dog cuddle can fix literally everything? 1000%. At Paula Lain Cou...
11/12/2025

Therapist? Check.
Dog lover? Absolutely.
Believer that a dog cuddle can fix literally everything? 1000%.

At Paula Lain Counseling & Co., we know sometimes the best co-therapist has four legs and a wagging tail. Calm snuggles, happy tail wags, soulful eyes… instant mood upgrade.

Who needs a stress ball when you’ve got a furry friend? 🐾✨

Today, we pause to honor and thank all the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, sacrifice, and...
11/11/2025

Today, we pause to honor and thank all the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication do not go unnoticed. 🇺🇸

To all veterans, we see you, we appreciate you, and we are grateful for your service. 🙌

Our therapists are accommodating our clients schedules and are open by appointment on this holiday to help those who need it.

Overthinking everything again?Let’s turn that mental chaos into actual clarity. Schedule an appointment at Paula Lain Co...
11/07/2025

Overthinking everything again?

Let’s turn that mental chaos into actual clarity. Schedule an appointment at Paula Lain Counseling & Co., because yes, talking to a professional is cheaper than a meltdown at 2 a.m. 😅

Your brain will thank you. 💚

👉 https://www.paulalaincounseling.com/contact

Address

421 N Phillips Avenue Suite 320
Sioux Falls, SD
57104

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

+16058095052

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