We often see an influx of children after school starts in the fall. Summer counseling for kids is a great option to get ahead of the back-to-school stressors that are often compounded as the school year progresses. Summer is the best time to jumpstart healing and growth.

Codependency is complex and symptoms can be easily ignored. Here we discuss codependency in easy to understand terms.

Children can fall into a life of depression, anxiety, addictive behaviors, codependency, or just being in a rut just as adults can. So, it’s important that parents help and encourage their children to incorporate healthy activities and routines in daily life to become mentally, spiritually, physically, and relationally healthy.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just ‘off'? If journaling has not been part of your daily routine yet, it's time to give it a go. Journaling is beneficial for both mental and physical health…

In this article spotlight, hear from by Andrea Rice as she discusses neuroplasticity and gratitude. “Rewiring Your Brain for Positivity with ‘Mature Gratitude’”.

For the holiday season this year, our therapists have compiled a list of our favorite therapy things for 2021.

Here is another book we recommend at Harvest—”Codependent No More", by Melody Beattie. This book explains codependency and gives useful information on what to do if you or someone you love is codependent.

“The Needs of the Heart” by Chip Dodd is another book we recommend for our counseling clients. It is perfect for those who not only want to improve the relationships in their lives, but want to thrive in their relationships.

The day has come, you finally got your reluctant kiddo in to see a counselor. Now what?

Counselors are often asked, “are there any books that I can read to get started on my counseling journey?”. Well, this is the book to start with. “The Voice of the Heart” by Chip Dodd.

Part of the stigma surrounding counseling is the thought that “the counselor is going to think I’m crazy”. Wrong!

Anxiety can be stressful and scary at times. It’s important to assess your current situation when anxiety hits so it doesn’t spiral out of control and you know when to ask for help. Here are some questions to ask yourself when anxiety hits.

Being a mother, especially a new mother, can be daunting and stressful. Anxiety can creep in when you least expect it and can manifest in many different ways. It’s important to identify the ways it shows up for you so you can be equipped to manage it or find a professional that can help.

Therapy works, but it doesn’t work if the client isn’t committed to the healing journey. So it’s important that when you are ready to heal that you incorporate healthy activities and routines in each of these areas: mentally, spiritually, socially (healthy relationships) and physically.

Here are more tips for improving your marriage—living life together. Couples don’t have to live life like they are are “two ships passing in the night”.