Chelsea Hudson, LCPC’s Post

Have you tried online therapy yet?  Curious what it is all about?  Read our new blog that explores online therapy in depth: Online Therapy: Counseling that can be accessed anywhere! https://lnkd.in/gsdKX8VS

💻🌟 Curious about online therapy in Montana? 🌟💻 Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when it's online. In my latest blog post, "What to Expect from Your First Online Therapy Session in Montana," I break down the process so you know exactly what to anticipate. If you've been considering therapy but aren’t sure what the first session looks like, this post is for you. From the initial consultation, I cover it all to help you feel prepared and at ease. Read the full post here: #OnlineTherapy #MentalHealthMontana #TherapyJourney #FirstSession

Learning to ask the right questions in therapy are just as important as therapy itself. 🤔 Take a look at one of our blogs that goes over things you may want to consider when trying to find not only the right therapist, but also discovering what you want out of your sessions. 🌐https://bit.ly/3unkMkS

The relationship between trauma and addiction is complex, and without the necessary support, trying to understand the relationship between the two can be overwhelming. If someone has experienced traumatic events, they are significantly more likely to develop an alcohol or substance use disorder. For instance, studies have found that substance use developed following trauma exposure (25% – 76%) or the onset of PTSD ( 4% – 59%) in a high proportion of teens with substance use disorder. This is because individuals may turn to substances or unhealthy behaviors as a coping mechanism to numb emotional pain or escape distressing memories. If you feel that you could be suffering from any of these conditions or even just want to learn more about trauma or addiction, our team of experts is here to provide guidance and support. Know that you don't have to undergo these challenges alone. You can reach out to us here: https://lnkd.in/gDyXBBWT . . . . #JFlowersHealthInstitute #PTSD #Trauma #Addiction #AddictionRecovery #TraumaRecovery #Support

When the Nottingham Counselling Service (NCS) therapists share how they’ve changed lives and get people through the toughest of times, it’s such a privilege. Hearing about a person’s journey whose hit a place of deep despair, and is enabled to come through it with the aid of talking therapies. This is often a life line and a life changing experience. As we emerge into another year it’s a good opportunity to take time to reflect and cherish. Know that difficult moments can be temporary and help is out there. Wishing everyone a year of prosperity and happiness, happy new year everyone. #mentalhealthmatters #talkingtherapy #counsellingservices #savinglives #itsgoodtotalk

5 Benefits of Online Therapy Is this your first time considering therapy? Or have you never done it online? Here’s five ways that online therapy can help: ✨ 1. It fits your schedule You can do therapy from anywhere - on your phone, on your laptop, in your home, in your parked car... Wherever you are, you can attend your appointment. For some clients, this is super helpful - if you have a busy work life, children, or travel commitments, you can connect with your therapist and yourself without a break in your process. 🌙 2. You don’t have to leave the house Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or socially anxious? Or perhaps you have access needs which make it tricky to travel. Online therapy means you don’t have to deal with taking transport across town, finding an office, or speaking to other people. You simply click the link, and you’ll be talking directly to your therapist. ☀️ 3. You can make the space your own You might like to set up a little therapy space for yourself. This could involve lighting a candle, wrapping up in a blanket, making a cup of tea, or playing music. Clients find this helpful, to bring about feelings of healing, safety and growth. 🌟 4. You may feel less vulnerable You might feel more secure and in control, when you are working from your space and on your own device. For clients who are anxious about starting, they can gain confidence from the fact that they are using a video link and are in their own home. 🌈 5. You can do the same work in online therapy, as you can do in person Many clients find online therapy to be equally effective to in-person therapy. This is backed up by studies such as this one about CBT (1). You’re processing what’s happened, connecting with another person, building habits and moving forward - this can be done online, in a safe space that feels good to you. Looking for therapy? I work exclusively online, and I currently have appointments available. If you’re interested in working together, check out cosytherapy.com Warmth and wishes, April ✨ (1) Catarino, A., Harper, S., Malcolm, R. et al. Economic evaluation of 27,540 patients with mood and anxiety disorders and the importance of waiting time and clinical effectiveness in mental healthcare. Nat. Mental Health 1, 667–678 (2023) Posted from my blog: https://lnkd.in/d9RA3-tj

What is the Dr. Rod recommendations for continuing education as a therapist? ____ #MentalHealthAwareness #TherapyHelps #MentalWellness #TherapyTools #MentalHealthResources #TherapySession #MentalHealthSupport #CounselingLife #TherapistLife #MentalHealthMatters #FaithAndMentalHealth #ChristianCounseling #SpiritualWellness #BiblicalCounseling #ChristianTherapist #SpiritualPsychology

Word Wednesday – Connection Connecting The Dots on Behaviours Report from Lighthouse Therapy Hub! *Book now for September availability* This week we are unpicking our bespoke report and how it can help and support your family. We understand that sometimes a child’s behaviour can appear confusing, disproportionate and lead to misunderstanding. We also understand Neurodivergent masking and how one can present very differently in different situations. Today we are looking at the word connection and what that means. We carry the ‘Be-With’ attitudes to help form a feeling of safety – a connection, a step over the bridge into our confidence. We believe in you, we trust you and will always advocate for our families in working on ways to improve your connections – with us, your family, with school. We have a lot of different techniques to connect the dots of your child’s behaviour and have an array of methods to show this understanding too to work around different learning styles. Please message us for further information! [Alt. Text photo is linked stickmen connected at the hands and feet. The second infographic reads: Foster connection, Peel back and gain perspective, Improve communication and understanding, Strengthen relationships, Pick up on early signs of dysregulation, Linked strategies] Prices: Play Therapy £60 a session Family/School Support £45 Connecting The Dots (full report) £650 Call/Text: 07473 793 678/07858 315 242 if you would like a FREE consultation call – these can also be booked here: https://lnkd.in/dG-uhV3z along with all of our other services. For further information see: https://lnkd.in/d2m3se37 #CreativeTherapy #PlayTherapy #BehaviourSupport #FamilySupport #Coaching #NDCoaching #MentalWellbeing #Support #SupportInWakefield #SupportInLeeds #WakefieldMentalHealth #LeedsMentalHealth #WakefieldMentalHealthSupport #LeedsMentalHealthSupport #SENSupportInWakefield #SENSupportinLeeds #MentalHealthMatters #AutisticAcceptance #NDFamily #Trauma #TraumaInformed #NeuroAffirming #Connection #ConnectionCoach #CreativeSupervision #ClinicalSupervision #TherapistSupport

Therapists, imagine it's your final session with a client, and they don't show up… You had everything planned for a beautiful termination* session: reflecting on highlights, exploring themes, expressing emotions, sharing gratitude for your time together, and possibly even engaging in expressive arts or a symbolic gesture for their next phase. But now, you won't get the chance to do any of that, despite witnessing their progress and spending so much meaningful time with them. I'll always remember a valuable lesson from my time as a graduate student intern at my university's counseling center. I was ready to celebrate the progress made with a client, only to have them not show up. I felt a mix of emotions—hurt, annoyance, disappointment, and sadness. I immediately discussed it with my clinical supervisor, who was on site that day. He reminded me that in the grand scheme of things, I was just one part of the client's life, seeing them once a week or every other week for about an hour. He reassured me that it's okay if goodbyes are difficult or if they prioritize their time in a different way. His wisdom comforted me and helped me see that the missed session didn't diminish the impact of my work with the client. Instead, it humbled me, allowed me to be vulnerable, and reminded me of my role in the client's life. As I mentioned, this experience was one of my earliest lessons in my journey to becoming a therapist. Over the years, I've come to realize that it's a situation many of us encounter. By sharing my own feelings, I hope to normalize the fact that therapists are human too. Having a supportive supervisor who is both skillful and empathetic can truly make all the difference in how we navigate these challenges. But you knew that! 😉 *Relatedly, I believe we can all agree that we need a more positive term for the final session than "termination." 😒 #mentalhealth #mentalhealtheducation #mentalhealththerapy #privatepractice #mentalhealthmatters #clinicalsupervision #therapy

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