As the New Year unfolds, many of us engage in the tradition of setting New Year’s resolutions. This practice, aimed at fostering personal growth and improvement, underscores the importance of goal setting in maintaining good mental health. However, achieving a balance is crucial. Ambitious resolutions can sometimes set the bar too high, leading to stress…
In the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season, it’s easy to fall into the trap of striving for a picture-perfect holiday, much like Martha in the well-known Biblical story. At Grace Christian Counseling, we understand the pressure many feel to create the perfect Christmas experience. But let’s pause and reflect on the lesson from…
There are numerous myths surrounding art therapy, and one of the most common misconceptions is that art therapy is only for children. While children undeniably benefit from expressing themselves through art, it’s crucial to recognize that the magic of art therapy isn’t confined to any age group. Myth #1: Art Therapy is Only for Children.…
Historically, societal norms have often encouraged men to be “strong” and suppress their emotions. This silent code of conduct can make it challenging for men to recognize and address their mental health issues. As a result, many men suffer silently, unaware of the underlying issues or unwilling to seek help. However, understanding the biggest mental…
I recently had the good fortune to be offered a new perspective on empathy. As a Christian counselor, it is something I think about regularly. I am a natural empath, so I usually find myself feeling more connected to other empathetic people. The topic easily intrigues me because it is such a large part of…
Life often throws us curveballs that leave us reeling and prompting us to ask “Why go on?” Life’s challenges can often weigh heavily upon us and leave some of us contemplating ending it all. The Bible doesn’t ignore this aspect of human experience. In its pages are stories about real people struggling so deeply they…
Hello, everyone! We’re thrilled to introduce you to a wonderful member of our team at Grace Christian Counseling—Adrienne, an incredibly talented art therapist. Her compassionate approach combines the power of art therapy with faith-based counseling to bring hope and healing to children facing various mental health issues. Adrienne is a highly skilled therapist who has…
The biggest benefit of individualized counseling is that it focuses on the unique needs, concerns, and experiences of the individual seeking therapy. It is one of the few places you are expected to think only of yourself without having to worry about anyone else. This is the safe place that you get to vent, feel,…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Survival is often overly celebrated in our society today. We belt out top hit songs written by Gloria Gaynor, Destiny’s Child, Biggie Smalls, Reba McEntire, Tom Petty, Elton John, Eminem, etc. that resonate with things we’ve overcome. We pour money into movies that communicate successes over life struggles such as Bambi, the Lion King, Cast…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Thriving Over Striving Part 2 of 2 Do you have favorite people you follow on social media whom you have never met? If so, why are you following them? Are they posting or blogging about the struggles they are facing or are they sharing only the good? Does their energy bring you down or…