Sep 19, 2025 | For Counselors, Telehealth, Therapy
What Changed? The age when a minor can say “yes” to their own medical or mental health treatment is now 16 (it used to be 14). This means most kids under 16 need a parent or guardian to give written permission before they can get ongoing counseling. Who Does This...
Sep 19, 2025 | For Counselors, Telehealth, Therapy, Uncategorized
1. Update Consent Policies and Forms Revise all intake paperwork and consent forms so that minors under 16 require written parent/guardian permission before starting ongoing counseling. Include clear language outlining exceptions (emergency, abuse, emancipation,...
Sep 19, 2025 | For Patients, Telehealth, Therapy, Uncategorized
Before in-person therapy ever happens, the space for therapy has already been prepared in a way that will give you the greatest confidentiality and make the environment as comfortable as possible. However, before online therapy can take place, YOU need to prepare your...
Aug 28, 2025 | Couples, Therapy
The foundation of a healthy marriage is more than romance. It requires emotional skill, intentional preparation, and practical tools for long-term success. Research by Dr. John Gottman shows that couples who participate in premarital counseling experience less...
Apr 7, 2025 | Depression, Therapy, Uncategorized
Our team took most of December and January to dig deeper into the treatment of suicidal ideations. They were asked to work in groups to create artistic expression, showing clients what their counselors wished they knew. Our Albertville created this sandtray and the...
Feb 25, 2025 | For Patients, Therapy, Uncategorized
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy modified to include practices to break negative thinking patterns. It incorporates meditation techniques and breathing exercises to promote awareness of the present moment. According...
Feb 19, 2024 | For Patients, Therapy, Uncategorized, Wellness
The formal definition of Mindfulness-Based Therapy is: “Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) was developed by Segal, Williams and Teasdale. MBCT helps people become aware of their thoughts, feelings and bodily sensations and learn to accept them, without...
Sep 19, 2023 | Current Events, Therapy, Uncategorized
In her book Lessons From Plants, Beronda Montgomery wrote, “We are best able to create access for and support the success of individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds when we appreciate the gifts that each of them has to offer.” Within our practice...
Mar 30, 2023 | For Patients, Therapy, Uncategorized, Wellness
Spring has arrived, and with that – we thought it was the perfect time to revisit the idea of a “fresh start” and how counseling can change your life. The holiday season is now long in the rearview mirror and the new year is in full swing. The end of a year can...
Mar 24, 2023 | Current Events, Military, Therapy, Uncategorized
Mental health professionals play a critical role in supporting the mental health and well-being of individuals and families, including those who have served or are currently serving in the military. However, it’s important for mental health professionals to...
Mar 10, 2023 | College, Men, Teens, Therapy, Uncategorized, Wellness, Women
A few weeks ago, you chose a goal for yourself. Maybe you wanted to get back in shape, or save more money, or finally start that big creative project. At first, it went great! You made some initial headway, and success seemed within reach. But then, you lost focus....
Mar 9, 2023 | Therapy, Uncategorized
Improvisational comedy, or simply, “improv”, has been around for decades. You’ve probably seen it on the internet or on popular television shows. It is all about working with others to make scenes or play games with a humorous twist on them. Improv is a lot of fun,...
