Riverscape Counseling

01/30/2026

What does trauma look like in kids and teens?

Trauma doesn’t always come from one catastrophic event. It can develop through loss, instability, neglect, chronic stress, or experiences that overwhelm a young person’s sense of safety.

We’re sharing this visual as a resource to help caregivers, parents, and families better recognize how trauma can show up, and to remind people that these responses are understandable and treatable. Having a definition for trauma and understanding its causes and symptoms can make future treatment decisions easier.

01/27/2026

After spotting this mental health-inspired story strip, we began thinking about how often we have conversations with patients about emotions. These conversations often include noticing, identifying, naming, and even labeling emotions as “positive” or “negative.” Different therapeutic approaches vary in how they conceptualize and work with emotions, but across frameworks, emotions are understood as essential to the human experience. Emotions provide vital information and are inextricable from how we process our internal and external worlds.

This strip highlights the usefulness of so-called “negative” emotions and the potential harm of suppressing them. When emotions are neglected or buried, they can accumulate and contribute to depression, anxiety or panic, resentment or rage, and even chronic health concerns. While these emotions can feel uncomfortable or distressing, exploring them with the right provider can make the process feel less overwhelming and more manageable.

Something to think about: Do you ever find yourself suppressing uncomfortable emotions? Do you ever return to them later for processing and understanding? If this feels challenging, therapy can be a supportive space to learn how to approach, tolerate, and make sense of your emotional experience.

01/27/2026

At Riverscape Counseling, our counseling services focus on listening, understanding goals, and supporting growth through every stage of life. Connect with us today.
https://counselingservicesspringfield.com/counseling-services

01/26/2026

01/20/2026

Trauma is often misunderstood as something tied only to extreme or catastrophic events. This article explores the neurobiology of trauma, explaining how trauma lives in the brain and nervous system, influencing how we think, feel, and react long after an experience. Understanding this can be empowering for people considering therapy or already in it.

When trauma strikes, your brain isn’t asking for your opinion—it’s doing its best to keep you alive. Understanding the neurobiology of trauma can help you move toward healing.

01/20/2026

We are seeking a reliable and friendly Front Desk Associate/Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for clients. This role will start as part-time, with growth to a full-time at our Dayton/Centerville Locations.

Key job responsibilities:

• Greet clients and visitors in a respectful, calm, and welcoming manner
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and manage calendars
• Verify client information and assist with intake paperwork
• Maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Process payments, handle basic billing inquiries, and collect co-pays
• Communicate with clinicians and administrative staff as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized front desk and waiting area
• Assist with general administrative tasks and record management

Please send all correspondence and resumes to the following: Aeads.riverscapecounseling@gmail.com

01/20/2026

Managing your health has never been easier. With our telehealth options, we provide personalized care wherever you are. Book your virtual appointment now and stay on top of your wellness journey! https://counselingservicesspringfield.com/about

01/16/2026

🧠 Did you know…?

Did you know trauma can affect a person's physical health, not just their mental health? Childhood trauma can change how the body responds to stress over time. Research links early trauma experiences to higher rates of chronic conditions like heart disease, autoimmune issues, chronic pain, and gastrointestinal issues. Trauma can have a profound impact on a person's future health, which is all the more reason to process this with a licensed therapist.

01/14/2026

The word trauma is used so frequently in public discourse and is seen throughout the cultural zeitgeist; we thought it would be helpful to provide a brief overview of different types of trauma. Remember, just because something wasn’t violent or catastrophic doesn’t mean it wasn’t traumatic or without impact.

01/13/2026

Our therapy services help you build confidence, resilience, and inner peace. You deserve care that fits your life. Book your session today!

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01/09/2026

ICE UPDATE 1/9/26: 🧊 is back in Columbus.

We have been asked numerous times recently if 🧊 is even still in Columbus. They are back. And with recent events across the country, we need to stand by the mantra of WE KEEP US SAFE.

Recent sightings include:
-Toro Market off 161
-Morse Rd
-And more

01/09/2026

When we saw this comic, its simplicity stood out. It made us think about how often people underestimate the extent to which feeling overwhelmed, feeling down, or feeling anxious is actually normative. Not every reaction to distress is maladaptive or abnormal.

If someone close to you passes away and you feel sad, upset, or notice those feelings lingering longer than you expected, that can be entirely normative. You may benefit from talking with someone to help process those emotions, but sadness itself is not a problem. It can come in waves. The same is true for anxiety, worry, and feeling overwhelmed. What often matters more than the feeling itself is how it’s managed and whether it becomes a persistent pattern. If distress is constant, intense, frequent, and long-lasting, that may be a sign something more is going on and worth paying attention to.

We want to normalize that not everything we think or feel will be pleasant. Feeling distressed does not mean something is “wrong” with you. At the same time, there is always space to seek support, whether that’s talking with a therapist or reaching out to trusted friends and family. It’s okay to not be okay, and it’s also okay to ask for help.