Angela Sewell Counseling at The Barn

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02/23/2026

Hello Monday!
We are kicking off another week of work or school!
❄️And unfortunately, kicking it off with 30-degree weather, boo! But we see those sunny flowers popping up and hope for warm weather on the horizon! 🌷🪻

Feeling overwhelmed at school or work today?Your body might be stuck in “fight or flight.”

The good news? You can gently activate your vagus nerve — the part of your nervous system that helps you calm down and feel safe — right where you are.

✏️Here are simple, discreet ways to reset during the day:

✨ Slow, extended exhale breathing
Inhale for 4… exhale for 6–8.
Longer exhales tell your nervous system it’s safe to relax.

✨ Cold water reset
Splash cool water on your face or hold something cold in your hands for 30 seconds.

✨ Humming quietly
Soft humming (even in your head) stimulates the vagus nerve and slows your heart rate.

✨ Grounding through your senses
Notice 5 things you see, 4 you feel, 3 you hear.
This brings your brain back to the present moment.

✨ Gentle shoulder rolls + unclenching your jaw
Physical tension keeps stress activated. Release it intentionally.

📚You don’t have to leave your classroom, office, or meeting to regulate your nervous system. Small moments of regulation throughout the day can make a big difference.

If you’re finding it hard to manage stress on your own, counseling can help you build tools that work for your real life. Shoot us an email and we can get you set up! Appointments@angelasewellcounseling.com

When Panic Hits 🍋Ever wonder why some therapists suggest sour candy during a panic attack?It’s not random — it’s neurosc...
02/23/2026

When Panic Hits 🍋

Ever wonder why some therapists suggest sour candy during a panic attack?

It’s not random — it’s neuroscience.

When panic rises, your brain’s alarm system (the amygdala) is firing fast. Your body shifts into fight-or-flight: racing heart, shallow breathing, dizziness, nausea.

Something intensely sour can help interrupt that cycle.

Here’s why:
🍋 Strong sensory input grounds you.
Sour candy activates your taste buds in a powerful way, pulling your focus out of spiraling thoughts and back into your body.

🍋 It creates a “pattern interrupt.”
Your brain has to pause and process the sharp flavor. That moment of pause can slow the panic response.

🍋 It anchors you to the present.
You can name what you’re experiencing: “This is sour. My mouth is watering. I feel it on my tongue.” That’s grounding.

It’s not a cure for panic — but it’s a simple, portable coping tool you can keep in your bag, car, or desk.

If panic attacks are frequent or intense, you don’t have to manage them alone. Therapy can help you understand your triggers, build coping strategies, and feel more in control again.

Angela Sewell Counseling
At The Barn💛

02/22/2026

☀️We may not be seeing the warmer weather this week, but we are definitely seeing the days get a little longer☀️

Longer daylight hours can gently lift mood, increase energy, and remind us that seasons change — even the hard ones. If winter felt heavy, dark, or isolating, you’re not alone. Our minds and bodies naturally respond to light.☀️

✨More sunlight can help regulate sleep cycles, improve focus, and boost serotonin (our “feel good” chemical).

⭐️But here’s the important part: even as the days grow brighter, it’s okay if you’re still working through your own winter season internally.

⭐️Healing doesn’t follow the clock.

Let this season be an invitation:

🌿 Step outside for a few minutes of fresh air

🌿 Open the blinds and let natural light in

🌿 Take a small step toward something that feels life-giving

🌿 Reach out for support if you need it

Longer days remind us that change is possible. And you don’t have to navigate change alone.

— Angela Sewell Counseling at The Barn 🌾

We reference Bandit & his “swearing” when we talk about coming up with other words to use when we feel the need to use a...
02/21/2026

We reference Bandit & his “swearing” when we talk about coming up with other words to use when we feel the need to use a word that will get us in trouble at school or at home.

Here’s a great list of tips!!! From the one and only BLUEY!

We are now in-network with United Healthcare/UBH.
02/20/2026

We are now in-network with United Healthcare/UBH.

We have been enjoying this warmer weather!
02/20/2026

We have been enjoying this warmer weather!

02/19/2026

🚿 ADHD symptoms feeling out of control?

Try a Shower.

When ADHD feels overwhelming — racing thoughts, irritability, sensory overload, stuck in freeze mode — something as simple as a shower can help reset your nervous system.

Here’s why:
💧 Sensory Regulation – Warm water provides steady, calming input that can soothe an overstimulated brain.

💧 Dopamine Boost – A shower can offer a small but meaningful mood lift, helping with motivation and task initiation.

💧 Transition Tool – It creates a clear “reset moment” between activities when your brain feels scattered.

💧 Grounding Effect – Focusing on the sound, temperature, and feeling of water pulls attention back into the present moment.

For ADHD brains, regulation often starts with the body. When the body feels safe and steady, the mind can follow.

If you or your child struggles with ADHD dysregulation, therapy can help build personalized tools that actually work for your nervous system.

You don’t have to figure it out alone. 💙

— Angela Sewell Counseling
at The Barn
A place for therapy!

Spring is coming! We are in the planting stage of our new therapy garden sitting area!This will be a beautiful, shaded s...
02/18/2026

Spring is coming!

We are in the planting stage of our new therapy garden sitting area!

This will be a beautiful, shaded sitting area overlooking our back pasture where clients can enjoy being outside with their counselor during their session, that just involves sitting and being present.

02/18/2026

🌿 Lent & Mental Health: A Season of Reflection and Renewal 🌿

For some, today starts the 40-days of Lent.

Lent is often seen as a time of giving something up — but it can also be a meaningful opportunity to add something life-giving to your mental and emotional well-being.

This 40-day season invites reflection, intention, and gentle awareness.

In counseling, we often talk about similar themes:

✨ Slowing down
✨ Noticing patterns
✨ Letting go of what no longer serves you
✨ Creating space for growth

Instead of focusing only on sacrifice, consider asking yourself:

✨What thought patterns do I need to release?
✨Where do I need forgiveness — for myself or others?
✨What habits would nurture my peace?
✨How can I make space for rest and connection?

Lent can be a sacred reset — a time to realign your heart, mind, and spirit. Small, intentional changes practiced daily can lead to meaningful transformation over time.

If this season is stirring reflection or emotional weight for you, counseling can provide a supportive space to process, grow, and renew.

You don’t have to walk through change alone, we are here for you.

🌾 This season, may you find clarity, compassion, and courage.

02/17/2026

💛💜💚Fat Tuesday & Mental Health: Finding Balance Before the Season Changes💛💜💚

💛💜💚Today is Fat Tuesday!💛💜💚

🟣This is traditionally a day of celebration before the reflective season of Lent begins. It’s often associated with joy, indulgence, connection, and community.

🟡But here’s something we don’t talk about enough…

🟢Just like the rhythm of Mardi Gras and Lent, our mental health also moves in seasons.

There are times for celebration.
There are times for reflection.
There are times for rest and reset.

Fat Tuesday reminds us that:
✨ Joy is healthy.
✨ Community matters.
✨ Celebration can be restorative.
✨ And reflection is just as important as revelry.

💛If you’ve been in a season of “pushing through,” this is your reminder to check in with yourself:

💚What do I need more of right now — celebration or quiet reflection?

💜Where am I out of balance?

💛What would support look like in this season?

At Angela Sewell Counseling at The Barn, we believe mental wellness is about honoring every season of your life — the bright, the messy, and the meaningful.

Whether you're needing space to process, reset, or simply breathe, support is here. 💛
Contact us! Appointments@angelasewellcounseling.com

02/16/2026

💜💚💛 Happy Mardi Gras! 💛💚💜

Mardi Gras isn’t just about parades and beads — it’s rich with symbolism that connects beautifully to mental health.

💜 Purple = Justice
In mental health, justice means giving yourself fairness and compassion. It’s recognizing that your feelings are valid and that you deserve support — not self-criticism.

💚 Green = Faith
Faith isn’t only spiritual — it’s the hope that healing is possible. Even when things feel heavy, growth can still be happening beneath the surface.

💛 Gold = Power
Power is remembering your resilience. It’s choosing to reach out, set boundaries, begin therapy, or take one small step toward wellness.

Mardi Gras is also a reminder that joy and struggle can coexist. We are allowed to celebrate while still healing. We are allowed to wear the mask and also gently remove it in safe spaces.

If you’re ready to explore what healing, hope, and personal power look like in your life, The Barn may be a place to begin.

✨ You don’t have to carry it alone.

— Angela Sewell Counseling at The Barn 🐴💛

Happy Valentine’s Day.
02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day.

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