Inner Strength Counseling Services, LLC

Inner Strength Counseling Services, LLC I help adults (18+) navigate anxiety, ADHD, depression, and life transitions. Offering virtual therapy in NJ, FL, and SC. Looking for something different?

Ask about Walk & Talk Therapy for NJ—a unique way to combine movement and healing.

Walk & Get Inked is officially LIVE! 🧡🥾Registration is now open for Walk & Get Inked for Mental Health, happening Saturd...
02/03/2026

Walk & Get Inked is officially LIVE! 🧡🥾
Registration is now open for Walk & Get Inked for Mental Health, happening Saturday, May 3, 2026, in Metuchen, NJ in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month.
Join us for this two-part community event benefiting HIKE for Mental Health, bringing together movement, connection, creativity, and mental health advocacy.
✨ Choose your walk distance: 2 miles, 5 miles, or 7 miles
✨ All fitness levels welcome
✨ Family-friendly, paved trail
✨ Proceeds support trail conservation & mental health research
Whether you walk, fundraise, support, or show up for the community—your participation makes a difference.
👉 Register here:
https://ihike.org/walk-get-inked-2026/?event_id=6281
(Link in bio or scan QR code on flyer) Let’s break the stigma, build connection, and walk together for mental health. 🧡🥾

02/03/2026

😮‍💨 Day 2 — Yawning & Sighing (on purpose!)
Today’s practice in the 21-day breath challenge was all about something we usually apologize for:
yawning and sighing.
But here’s what surprised me 👇
When I practiced mindful yawning and gentle sighing, my body naturally began to release tension. I actually felt sleepy right after — and then, about five minutes later, I noticed more energy, clearer breathing, and better circulation.
Yawning + sighing aren’t signs of boredom or disrespect — they are the body’s built-in reset tools:
✨ increase oxygen + circulation
✨ soften tight muscles (especially jaw/neck/chest)
✨ calm the nervous system
✨ help emotions move instead of getting stuck
✨ signal empathy + connection in the brain
It reminded me how much our bodies know what to do when we let them.
I’m leaning into this practice more — and giving myself (and my clients) permission to yawn without apology.
👉 Try it: take 3 slow yawns or long sighs and notice how your body responds.
Have you ever felt calmer after a big yawn?
BreathWorkJourney MindBodyConnection NervousSystemReset RestAndRestore SomaticHealing HolisticTherapy StressReliefTools EmbodimentPractice TraumaInformedHealing WellnessJourney HealingWithBreath CalmYourBody TherapistLife PersonalGrowthPath BreatheAndRelease

02/02/2026

Day 1 — 21 Day Breath Mastery Challenge 🌬️✨
December 28, I officially began the 21-day challenge from Just Breathe: Mastering Breathwork by Dan Brulé.
Today’s practice was called “breath watching.”
Simple in theory — just observe your breath — but wow… it was eye-opening.
As I sat quietly and watched, I noticed:
😮‍💨 tension in my chest
⏸️ moments where I was actually holding my breath
⚡ little spikes of anxiety I didn’t realize were there
Our breath has such a powerful way of showing us what our nervous system is doing — even when our mind thinks “I’m fine.”
I’m also doing something new for myself —
📹 recording these practices so I can be more visible, lean into vulnerability, and continue growing personally + professionally.
This isn’t about perfection.
It’s about curiosity, self-awareness, and gently coming back to the breath… again and again.
If you’re watching this and thinking, “I probably hold my breath too,” — you’re not alone. Maybe today, just notice. Breathe. Be compassionate with yourself. 💛
👉 Call to Action:
If you’re curious about breathwork or want to follow along on this 21-day journey, drop a 🌿 in the comments — or try breath-watching for 2 minutes today and tell me what you notice.
MindBodyConnection NervousSystemHealing MentalWellness SelfAwareness PersonalGrowth VulnerabilityJourney HolisticHealing TherapistInNature MindfulnessPractice CalmTheNervousSystem IntentionalLiving HealingThroughBreath WellnessCommunity

Save the Date: Walk & Get Inked for Mental Health 🧡🥾Walk & Get Inked is returning on Saturday, May 3, 2026, and we’re cu...
02/02/2026

Save the Date: Walk & Get Inked for Mental Health 🧡🥾
Walk & Get Inked is returning on Saturday, May 3, 2026, and we’re currently seeking small businesses to donate items or submit a full raffle basket in support of this community mental health fundraiser benefiting HIKE for Mental Health.
Raffle baskets are a meaningful way to:
• Promote your business
• Give back to the community
• Support mental health awareness and stigma reduction
All raffle donations are requested by Saturday, April 11, 2026.
To make it easy, I’m happy to schedule a pickup time that works best for you (those located in Middlesex County). Outside of Middlesex County, let’s discuss arrangements.
This event brings together movement, creativity, and connection—and your support helps make it possible.
Interested in donating or learning more?
Please contact me directly to get involved.
Thank you for supporting mental health and community care. 🧡🥾

02/02/2026

Temps in the 30s this week?! Honestly… I’ll take it 😅🌤️ A tiny but hopeful sign that spring (and summer!) are slowly making their way back. Until then, enjoy a few Florida throwbacks from January—because sunshine is a mindset ☀️🌴
If the cold is keeping you in hibernation mode, no worries. Inner Strength Counseling Services has some really great offerings coming this spring into early summer—think fresh air, movement, connection, and a little thawing out of the nervous system 🌱 Don’t wait until the last minute though—some events have limited spots.
Questions? Reach out anytime.
Link in bio to see events and offerings.

✨ WOVEN: A Women’s Virtual Wellness Circle ✨Winter can feel heavy. Days are shorter, routines shift, and many women quie...
02/01/2026

✨ WOVEN: A Women’s Virtual Wellness Circle ✨
Winter can feel heavy. Days are shorter, routines shift, and many women quietly feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or alone—even when life looks “busy.”
Woven was created because Alexa and I deeply believe in the power of women gathering—to slow down, be seen, share honestly, and remember we don’t have to carry everything alone.
This space matters to us because we’ve both experienced how connection can be healing, especially during the winter months when isolation tends to creep in. Woven is an invitation to pause, breathe, and sit alongside other women who get it.
🌿 What Woven Offers
• A supportive, virtual space to connect with other women
• Mindfulness, reflection, and meaningful conversation
• Topics supporting emotional wellness, self-compassion, and women’s health
• No pressure — come exactly as you are
🧶 How it works
• Starts February 5th
• Thursdays | 6:00–7:30 PM
• 5 bi-weekly sessions
• Attend one or attend all — choose what fits your schedule
• $40 per session
• Virtual — join from the comfort of home
If you’ve been craving connection, this may be your sign. You don’t have to do this season alone.
✨ Join us and get WOVEN into community.
👉 Register using the link in bio
WomensHealth EmotionalWellBeing Sisterhood IntentionalConnection MindfulnessForWomen

02/01/2026

Being real today…progress over perfection

✨ Vendor Selection Is Now Closed ✨A heartfelt thank you to everyone who submitted a vendor application for Bloom Fest We...
02/01/2026

✨ Vendor Selection Is Now Closed ✨
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who submitted a vendor application for Bloom Fest Wellness Expo. We are so grateful for the interest, creativity, and care that poured into each submission.
We’re currently finalizing details and are so excited to announce our Bloom Fest vendor lineup soon — it’s shaping up to be an incredible group of wellness practitioners, creatives, and small businesses.
Thank you for being part of the Bloom Fest community and for helping us bring this vision to life. Stay tuned… big blooms ahead 🌷




01/31/2026

Grounded gathering networking walk scheduled on February 6. Location update: we will now be meeting at Roseville Park in Edison. The Middlesex Greenway parking lot has not been plowed due to it being preserved open space please RSVP via the link in the bio. Once you sign up I will share the exact meeting location in any important updates if weather changes or detours are needed register participants will be notified directly sign up is the best way to stay informed networking while walking is a grounding and meaningful way to connect I hope you’ll come take a walk with me.

🕵️‍♀️🌲 Calling all little explorers & curious grown-ups! 🌲🕵️‍♂️Slow down, step outside, and discover nature together atN...
01/31/2026

🕵️‍♀️🌲 Calling all little explorers & curious grown-ups! 🌲🕵️‍♂️
Slow down, step outside, and discover nature together at
Nature Detectives: Mindful Family Hike 🌿
This gentle, family-friendly hike invites kids and adults to explore the trail through a 5-senses scavenger hunt, mindful walking, and playful curiosity. It’s not about rushing to the finish — it’s about connection, presence, and enjoying time together outdoors.
📍 John A. Phillips Trail
🗓 Saturday, March 21, 2026
⏰ 12:00–2:00 PM
👧🧒 Best for ages 7+ (parent/guardian required)
💫 Includes:
✔ Mindfulness supplies
✔ Digital mindfulness photo book
💵 Investment:
• $45 per person
• $125 family pack (up to 4)
✨ Rain or shine (unless unsafe)
✨ Limited spots — registration required
👉 Register using the link in bio and join us for a meaningful family adventure in nature.
NatureConnection MindfulParenting FamilyWellness NatureBasedWellness GetOutsideTogether InnerStrengthCounselingServices

01/30/2026

What’s your best therapy?
Sometimes it’s connection. 🤍
Today was the Holistic Practitioner Group of New Jersey networking event at Good Vibes in Fords, NJ, and it was truly special.
Over 20 amazing professionals showed up with big hearts, warm smiles, and so much positive energy — you could feel it throughout the room. Spaces like this remind us that networking and community can be incredibly therapeutic, especially for professionals who often hold space for others.
Thank you, Laura, for running this incredible group and for giving me the opportunity to assist and help broaden our connections in the community. It was an honor to be part of such a meaningful gathering.
And a huge thank you to Good Vibes, a small business that truly loves its community and opens its doors. If you’ve ever felt nervous about networking, know this: gentle, intentional connection can be healing — and you don’t have to do it alone.
💬 What’s been most therapeutic for you lately?

🎉 TODAY’S THE DAY! 🎉The NJ Holistic Practitioners Networking Event is happening today, and there’s still time to join us...
01/30/2026

🎉 TODAY’S THE DAY! 🎉
The NJ Holistic Practitioners Networking Event is happening today, and there’s still time to join us 🌿✨
If you’re craving connection, collaboration, and meaningful conversations with like-minded wellness professionals, come hang with us.
📍 Good Vibes | Fords, NJ
🗓 Today — Friday, January 30
⏰ 12:00–2:00 PM
Come as you are. Bring your curiosity, your business cards (optional 😉), and your good energy.
👉 Tag a holistic friend who should be here
👉 Register now — link in bio or swing by!
Can’t wait to connect with you today 💚
ConnectAndCollaborate WellnessProfessionals MeetInCommunity

Address

South Plainfield, NJ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm

Website

https://linktr.ee/dianalapplcsw?utm_source=linktree_admin_share

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Inner Strength Counseling Services, LLC posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to Inner Strength Counseling Services, LLC:

Shortcuts

Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn
Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share via Email
Share on WhatsApp Share on Instagram Share on Telegram

Category