http://mindovermattercounseling.org/

Mind Over Matter Counseling Solutions, LLC, 219 W College Street, Troy, MO (2025)

12/02/2025

🧠✨ Therapy Approaches We Use at Mind Over Matter Counseling Solutions✨🧠
We asked our therapists at Mind Over Matter Counseling Solutions their favorite modalities used in session to support our clients. Our therapists use a range of evidence-based modalities to support healing, growth, and meaningful change. Here’s a quick look at some of the most popular approaches we offer:

🔹 CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
Helps you identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
Effective for: anxiety, depression, anger, stress, and behavior change.

🔹 DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
Focuses on building skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Effective for: intense emotions, self-harm urges, relationship struggles, and borderline personality features.

🔹 MI (Motivational Interviewing)
A collaborative, client-centered approach that helps strengthen your own motivation for change.
Effective for: overcoming ambivalence, substance use, lifestyle changes, and goal-setting.

🔹 EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)
A trauma-focused modality that helps the brain reprocess distressing memories in a safe, structured way.
Effective for: PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and intrusive memories.

🔹 Psychodynamic Therapy
Explores how past experiences, patterns, and unconscious thoughts shape your present.
Effective for: long-standing emotional issues, relationship patterns, self-esteem, and personal insight.

🔹 Narrative Therapy
Helps you separate yourself from your problems and rewrite the stories that shape your identity and experiences.
Effective for: trauma, identity work, self-esteem, relationship challenges, and empowering personal change.

🔹 Talk Therapy
A supportive, nonjudgmental space to process emotions, experiences, and challenges.
Effective for: stress, life transitions, grief, relationship issues, and emotional wellness.

💛 No two clients are the same—and that’s why we tailor our approach to fit you.
If you're ready to start (or continue) your healing journey, our therapists are here to help. Call us today (636) 528-1488.
📩 Message us to learn more or schedule an appointment.

12/01/2025

✨ A Special Opportunity with Christina at Mind Over Matter Counseling Solutions! ✨

Are you ready to do more than just survive—but truly thrive?
Christina, one of our dedicated mental health therapists, is excited to offer a unique Vision Board Group on 12/30/2025 designed to help you step into the new year with clarity, purpose, and motivation.

🖼️ What to Expect:
✨ Guided support in setting meaningful, achievable goals
✨ A safe space to unlock your creativity and express your dreams
✨ Tools to transform your ideas into clear, actionable steps
✨ Connection with others who are on their own growth journeys

But that’s not all—Christina is also offering individual one-on-one sessions to help you continue the work, deepen your growth, and build a life that feels intentional, empowered, and fulfilling.

If you're craving direction, inspiration, or simply a fresh start, this is your moment.
Let’s create a vision for 2026 where you are thriving, not just surviving. 🌱✨

📅 Vision Board Group: 12/30/2025
💬 Message Christina to reserve your spot or schedule a session. Christina@mindovermattercounseling.org

11/29/2025

🎉 Happy Birthday, Robert! 🎉
Please join us in wishing a very happy birthday to our amazing intern, Robert!

We are so grateful for the heart, dedication, and compassion he brings to Mind Over Matter Counseling. His commitment to growing as a clinician and supporting our clients does not go unnoticed.

Wishing you a year filled with growth, joy, and meaningful moments — both personally and professionally. We’re so lucky to have you on our team! 💙✨

11/28/2025

Happy Black Friday! Let’s Talk Traditions & Well-Being
—from the therapists at Mind Over Matter Counseling Solutions

Black Friday has become one of the biggest holiday traditions—kicking off the season with deals, excitement, early-morning lines, and sometimes even a little chaos. For many, it’s a fun tradition: shopping with family, grabbing gifts, or simply enjoying the energy of the day.

But it can also bring stress, overwhelm, pressure to spend, and sensory overload.
So today, we want to remind you:

✨ Your mental health matters more than any sale.

Whether you’re out shopping, browsing online, or avoiding the crowds completely, here are a few ways to take care of yourself:

🧠 Set a budget beforehand — Help reduce financial stress later.
😌 Take breaks — Crowds and noise can be overstimulating. Step outside, breathe, reset.
💧 Stay hydrated & eat regularly — Long shopping days can take a toll.
🛒 Be intentional — Buy what you truly need or value, not what pressure or urgency pushes you toward.
💛 Honor your own tradition — Whether that’s shopping, resting, decorating, or spending the day with loved ones.

And remember:
You don’t need the “perfect gift” or the “best deal” to create a meaningful holiday season.
Presence is more important than presents.

Wishing you a safe, balanced, and peaceful Black Friday.
💙 Mind Over Matter Counseling Solutions

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Mind Over Matter Counseling Solutions

As we pause to reflect today, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all those we serve and to our wonderful community.

Thank you for allowing us to walk beside you on your journey toward healing, growth, and well-being. It is truly an honor to support you, to witness your strength, and to be trusted with the most meaningful parts of your story.

We are grateful for each of you — for your courage, your resilience, and the hope you carry even on hard days.

From all of us at Mind Over Matter Counseling, we wish you a warm, peaceful, and connected Thanksgiving. 🦃🍂

With appreciation,
Your Mental Health Therapists

11/26/2025

Holiday Prep, Clean Spaces & Mental Health
—from the therapists at Mind Over Matter Counseling Solutions

As the holidays approach, many of us begin cleaning, decorating, and refreshing our spaces. A tidy environment can feel cozy, grounding, and energizing—and research shows that clean, organized spaces can support mental health by reducing stress, improving focus, and creating a sense of calm.

But we also want to acknowledge something important:

🧡 Not everyone finds cleaning or organizing easy.
For some, it feels overwhelming, exhausting, or even emotionally triggering—especially if you’re juggling stress, depression, ADHD, caregiving, or a busy schedule.

If this season’s to-do list feels heavy, you’re not alone.
Here are some ways to make it more manageable:

✨ Start Small
Choose one tiny area: a countertop, one drawer, a corner of a room. Progress is progress.

✨ Set a Timer
Try the 10-minute rule. Clean for 10 minutes, then stop. Small bursts help reduce overwhelm.

✨ Create “Zones” Instead of “Perfect”
Focus on functional spaces—where you cook, sleep, or relax—rather than trying to tackle the whole house.

✨ Use the 5-Item Method
Pick up just 5 things at a time: put away, toss, donate, relocate, or decide later.

✨ Make It Enjoyable
Turn on music, light a candle, or make it a family activity.

✨ Give Yourself Grace
A spotless home is not a requirement for joy, peace, or a meaningful holiday season.

Whether your home is sparkling and decorated or still a work in progress, your mental health matters most. Celebrate the steps you can take and be gentle with yourself along the way.

💙 Mind Over Matter Counseling
Supporting wellness in your mind, your heart, and your home this holiday season

11/24/2025

💬 Let’s Talk Communication Styles
—from the therapists at Mind Over Matter Counseling Solutions

Healthy communication is one of the most important tools we have in relationships—whether with partners, family, friends, coworkers, or even ourselves. But not everyone communicates the same way. Understanding your own style (and the styles of others) can reduce conflict, build connection, and strengthen emotional safety.

Here are the four primary communication styles:

🔹 Passive
Avoiding expressing needs or feelings, often to keep the peace.
But this can lead to resentment, unmet needs, and low self-esteem.

🔹 Aggressive
Expressing needs in a dominating or forceful way.
This style often damages relationships and creates fear or defensiveness.

🔹 Passive-Aggressive
Appearing passive on the surface while expressing anger indirectly.
This can create confusion, mistrust, and unresolved conflict.

🔹 Assertive (Healthy Communication)
Clearly and respectfully expressing needs, feelings, and boundaries while considering others’ rights.
This is the goal—assertiveness leads to mutual respect, clarity, and healthier relationships.

✨ Why Communication Style Matters
• It shapes how we connect and feel understood.
• Reduces misunderstandings and unnecessary conflict.
• Helps build trust and emotional safety.
• Supports healthier boundaries.
• Encourages problem-solving rather than blame or avoidance.
• Creates deeper, more meaningful relationships.

✨ How to Strengthen Assertive Communication
• Use “I” statements to express feelings and needs.
• Make eye contact and use a calm tone.
• Be clear and direct—avoid hinting.
• Practice active listening.
• Set boundaries without guilt.
• Validate others’ feelings while still honoring your own.

Communication is a skill—and like any skill, it can be learned and strengthened.
If you or someone you love struggles with communication, we’re here to help.

💙 Mind Over Matter Counseling
Building healthier conversations, one interaction at a time.

11/21/2025

🧠 Let’s Talk About Mental Health 💛
—from the therapists at Mind Over Matter Counseling

When people hear the phrase mental health, they often think it only refers to diagnoses or crises—but mental health is something every single one of us has.

Mental health is our emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
It affects how we think, how we feel, how we cope, how we show up in relationships, and how we manage stress. In other words: it shapes our everyday lives.

Just like physical health, mental health needs ongoing care. We don’t wait for a broken bone to start taking care of our bodies—and we shouldn’t wait for burnout or overwhelm to start caring for our minds.

Here are a few ways to support your mental health daily:

✨ Practice regular self-check-ins — Notice how you’re feeling emotionally, mentally, and physically.
✨ Set healthy boundaries — It’s okay to say no. Protecting your energy protects your well-being.
✨ Prioritize rest — Your mind needs downtime just as much as your body.
✨ Stay connected — Healthy relationships are one of the strongest mental health protectors.
✨ Move your body — Physical activity supports emotional regulation and reduces stress.
✨ Ask for help when you need it — Talking to a therapist is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Caring for your mental health is not optional—it’s essential.
And you deserve support, compassion, and tools that help you thrive.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your mental wellness journey, we’re here to walk with you. 💙 Call us today (636)528-1488.

11/20/2025

📱 Screen Time, Social Media & Your Mental Health
—from the therapists at Mind Over Matter Counseling

We live in a world where screens are everywhere—our phones, tablets, TVs, computers. And while technology can connect us, educate us, and even support our mental health, too much screen time or unhealthy social media use can take a toll on our emotional well-being.

Here’s how screen time can affect mental health:

🔹 Increased anxiety & stress — Constant notifications and digital “noise” can keep our nervous system activated.
🔹 Lower self-esteem — Social media often shows highlight reels, not real life. Comparing yourself to curated images can distort your self-image.
🔹 Sleep problems — Blue light interferes with melatonin, making it harder to fall and stay asleep.
🔹 Reduced attention & focus — Endless scrolling can impact concentration and make tasks feel harder.
🔹 Emotional overwhelm — Exposure to negative news, conflict, or online pressure can heighten emotional fatigue.

The good news? With awareness and boundaries, you can maintain a healthier digital relationship.

✨ Healthy Screen-Time Tips ✨
• Set tech-free times — Meals, the first 30 minutes after waking, and the hour before bed are great places to start.
• Curate your feed — Unfollow accounts that make you feel anxious, less-than, or drained.
• Use “Do Not Disturb” or notification limits to reduce constant interruptions.
• Practice digital detox days — Even a few hours offline can reset your mind.
• Be mindful of your purpose — Before opening an app ask, “Why am I getting on right now?”
• Prioritize real connection — Spend time with people face-to-face when possible.
• Make your sleep space screen-free when you can.

Remember: your mental health deserves just as much protection as your phone battery.

If you’re noticing that social media is impacting your mood, motivation, or sense of self, you’re not alone—and support is available.

💙 Mind Over Matter Counseling Solutions💙
Supporting your well-being, online and offline.

11/17/2025

🌏 Happy International Students Day! 🌏

Today, we celebrate the courage, resilience, and dedication of students from around the world who pursue their education far from home. Being a student—especially in a new country—can bring unique challenges, including stress, homesickness, and cultural adjustment.

At Mind Over Matter Counseling, we want to remind all international students: prioritizing your mental health is just as important as your studies. Taking time for self-care, seeking support, and connecting with others can make a big difference in navigating the student experience.

💛 Tip: Try mindfulness, grounding exercises, or talking with a counselor to manage stress and stay balanced while pursuing your goals.

11/16/2025

🌙 Prioritize Your Sleep, Prioritize Your Mental Health 🌙

Sleep is essential for emotional well-being, focus, and overall health—but many of us struggle to get consistent, restful sleep. Practicing good sleep hygiene can make a big difference in how you feel each day.

💤 Tips for Better Rest:

Stick to a consistent sleep schedule 🕒

Create a relaxing bedtime routine (reading, stretching, or journaling) 📖

Limit screens at least 30–60 minutes before bed 📵

Keep your sleep environment cool, dark, and quiet 🌙

Avoid caffeine or heavy meals close to bedtime ☕🍽

Use deep breathing or grounding techniques to calm your mind before sleep 🌿

Good sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s a foundation for mental health. Prioritize your rest, and your mind and body will thank you!

11/15/2025

🍂 November Saturdays: A Moment for You 🍂

Saturdays in November are the perfect reminder to slow down, reflect, and prioritize your mental health. As the year winds down and days get shorter, taking time for yourself isn’t just nice—it’s necessary.

💛 Tips for a mindful November Saturday:

Take a walk outside and notice the crisp fall air 🍁

Journal or reflect on what went well this week 📝

Connect with loved ones or check in with a friend 💬

Practice self-care, whether it’s a warm bath, reading, or deep breathing 🌿

Remember: Your well-being matters every day, and weekends are the perfect opportunity to recharge and reset for the week ahead.

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