May 6, 2021 | Anxiety, Uncategorized
Anxiety is a very common mental health condition. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, an estimated 40 million Americans are affected by anxiety. Identifying where anxiety comes from is an important step in moving forward toward managing...
May 3, 2021 | Therapy, Uncategorized
Choosing a counselor is a very personal decision. You are making a choice to open yourself up to a total stranger. Putting your emotional and mental health in the hands of another is not something to take lightly. When choosing a counselor, there are several factors...
May 1, 2021 | PTSD, Trauma, Uncategorized
PTSD is an acronym for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. All too often people associate PTSD only with military members. However, it is also prevalent among individuals who have never been in the military. Mayo Clinic defines post-traumatic stress disorder as a mental...
Mar 4, 2021 | Current Events, Uncategorized
At Garrett Counseling, we are passionate about ending discrimination, that is why we are backing the CROWN Act. A 2019 research study found that 80% of Black women in the United States had to change their natural hairstyle in order to fit in at their place of work....
Jan 7, 2021 | Depression, Grief, Holidays, Stress, Uncategorized
Winter can be a difficult season. We put together this toolkit to help you thrive this winter! Our counselors are here to support you this season; schedule an appointment by calling (256) 239-5662. Winter Toolkit – Stress Winter Toolkit – Grief Winter...
Dec 15, 2020 | Current Events, Uncategorized
We are excited to introduce the new mural at our Jacksonville location. We wanted to do something to welcome and express our appreciation to the black community in Jacksonville so we reached out to artist Olivia Clark to have her create a mural for us. About The...
Nov 6, 2020 | Holidays, Uncategorized
With November here, the holiday season is officially underway. This time of year is typically associated with warm, happy emotions full of joy and cheer; however, for a lot of us, this season may bring with it anxiety, stress, and depression. This can be due to things...
Aug 28, 2020 | Children, Parenting, Product Reviews, Uncategorized
Imagine is a great product for parents, educators, and counselors looking to connect children to feelings of inner peace and calm while also empowering them for personal growth. Through meditation and mindfulness, imagine, this deck first teaches children basic...
Jun 22, 2020 | Current Events, Grief, Uncategorized
During this time, many of us are grieving. Some may be grieving the death of a loved one; some may be grieving other types of loss like the loss of a job or cancelled special events, such as graduations and weddings. No matter what type of grief you are experiencing,...
Jun 20, 2020 | Current Events, Uncategorized
Garrett Counseling stands in solidarity with our Black counselors, community, and clients. We support the Black Lives Matter movement, protesters, and any other activists, communities, and leaders who fight systemic and institutionalized racism. Now is the time for...
Jun 17, 2020 | Current Events, Stress, Uncategorized
Essential workers have found themselves in the spotlight and on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic. This time has caused us to take a deeper look at what an essential worker is… What at one point was healthcare workers and first responders, now includes even...
Apr 24, 2020 | Couples, Current Events, Uncategorized
Unprecedented times, like the current stay-at-home orders, can add stress to our relationships with those we love. When learning to make adjustments like working from home or spending more time at home, it’s understandable that people are asking the question,...
