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MEND Counseling

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In person + Virtual // find acceptance. discover freedom. experience growth. Let’s tend it to MEND it, together!!✨

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So happy our team got to celebrate @graciedonnell today during our team meeting! Wishing her all the joys as she heads into this next season💌 taken in Mend Counseling by @mendcounseling

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There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy! 🎨

Healing and self-expression can take many different forms, and sometimes that means getting a little messy!

During today’s continuing education, @creative_hearts_counseling brought out our creative sides as we explored shaving cream art!

#CreativeTherapy #ArtTherapy #ExpressiveArts #MentalHealthMatters #TherapyTools by @mendcounseling

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4 days ago

Feeling drained as a high-achieving mom? 😩

Let’s talk about a simple strategy to reclaim your energy: Do, Ditch, Delegate! 💪

Each day, take a moment to assess your tasks:
- What MUST you do today?
- What can you DITCH completely?
- What can you DELEGATE to someone else?

This approach helps you focus on what truly matters while lightening your load. Remember, it’s okay to let go of some responsibilities!

Try it out and feel the difference! ✨

Tag a fellow mom who needs to hear this!

#MomLife #EnergyBoost #SelfCare #ProductivityTips #highachievingmoms by @mendcounseling

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8 days ago

Why do we say yes to everyone else but struggle to say yes to ourselves? 🤔

Drop a comment if you’ve felt this!

Many of us have an inner critic that tells us we’re not worthy, not doing enough, and don’t deserve to prioritize ourselves.

For a while, being productive and perfect can feel protective. It might earn us praise and compliments, creating a sense of predictability in our lives.

But what happens when that strategy stops working?

It’s time to uncover why it’s so hard to say yes to ourselves. This transition is where the real work begins. Let’s explore new strategies together!

✨ Remember, you deserve to say yes to YOU!

#SelfWorth #InnerCritic #PersonalGrowth #MentalHealthAwareness #SayYesToYou by @mendcounseling

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9 days ago

"I’m doing everything, but why do I still feel like I’m failing?" 💬

If you’re a high-achieving mom, this sentence probably hits close to home.

In this clip, therapist and coach Annie Tam LPC @mendcounseling and @actualizeatelier breaks down why women who excel in their careers often struggle the most with the unpredictable nature of motherhood—and why standard self-care advice isn't enough.

The truth? You can’t optimize your way out of maternal burnout. You have to change the framework. 🧠✨

👇 Drop a 🙋‍♀️ in the comments if you’ve ever felt this invisible pressure.

🎙️ Listen to the full episode with Annie Tam, LPC on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube! Links in bio.

#WorkingMomLife #HighAchievingMoms #MentalLoadOfMotherhood #AmbitiousMoms #CorporateMom by @mendcounseling

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10 days ago

Today our team had the wonderful opportunity to learn from @armstronglawtexas over a meal @55seventydallas !! We love that we were given such a great community to gain knowledge from!! #mentalhealthawareness #lawandcounseling #community taken in 55 Seventy Dallas by @mendcounseling

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Anxiety can show up as racing thoughts, a tight chest, tense muscles, or an upset stomach. Learning to notice these signals is the first step toward slowing down and finding your way back to regulation. 🌿✨ taken in Mend Counseling by @mendcounseling

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22 days ago

A fun little game of This or That with our sweet clinicians!! #therapy #mentalhealth #dallastherapist by @mendcounseling

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Avoidance can feel like relief… but that relief is exactly what keeps anxiety going. 🔄

When something makes us anxious, our instinct is often to get away from it — procrastinate the task, cancel the plans, avoid the conversation, or tell ourselves, “I’ll deal with it when I feel more ready.”

And for a moment, it works. The anxiety decreases.

But our brain can interpret that relief as proof that avoidance kept us safe — making the situation feel even more threatening the next time we encounter it.

Breaking the cycle doesn’t mean forcing yourself to “just get over it.” It means gradually learning that you can experience discomfort without needing to escape it. With small steps, new coping skills, and support, your brain can begin to learn: I can handle this. 🤍

At MEND Counseling, we help clients better understand their anxiety, recognize patterns that may be keeping them stuck, and build tools to move forward with greater confidence.

#MENDCounseling #Anxiety #AnxietyTherapy #Avoidance #CBT MentalHealth Therapy DallasTherapist AnxietySupport MentalHealthAwareness taken in Mend Counseling by @mendcounseling

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Last night, one of our clinicians, Michelle Randall, M.S. LPC Associate, had the opportunity to represent MEND Counseling at Discover a Different Approach to Brain Health and Mental Wellness, featuring renowned psychiatrist and bestselling author Dr. Daniel Amen! 🧠✨

It was an incredible evening learning from Dr. Amen as he shared his perspective on brain health, mental wellness, and the important connection between the two. Michelle even had the opportunity to meet Dr. Amen following the event!

At MEND, we value continued learning and staying curious about the many factors that contribute to our mental and emotional well-being. We’re grateful for opportunities like this that allow our clinicians to continue learning, growing, and bringing new perspectives into the work we do with our clients.

Thank you, Dr. Amen, for such an insightful evening! 🤍

#MENDCounseling #DanielAmen #BrainHealth #MentalWellness #MentalHealth DallasTherapist DallasCounseling taken in Dallas, Texas by @mendcounseling

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Struggling to understand your child’s emotions? Feeling overwhelmed by your own reactions? Or wondering if you’re handling this whole parenting thing the “right” way? 🤍

Parenting doesn’t come with a handbook, but having the right tools can make a huge difference. Our Parenting & Secure Attachment Group is an 8-week virtual program designed to help parents better understand their child’s emotional needs, strengthen connection, navigate big feelings, and feel more confident in their parenting!!

Join us Tuesdays from 1–2 PM, September 15–November 3. Sessions are $60 each and completely virtual!

📩 Interested in joining? Contact emma@mend-counseling.com for more information.

#parentingsupport #secureattachment #consciousparenting #parentchildconnection #parentingtools by @mendcounseling

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✨ Building connections. Expanding our community. Strengthening recovery.

One of our clinicians, D’Anna Klassen, LPC, CSAT-Candidate, had the opportunity to visit Patton House Sober Living to learn more about their mission, the work they’re doing, and the supportive community they’re creating for individuals navigating recovery.
We’re always grateful for opportunities to connect with organizations doing meaningful work and to better understand the resources available to support our clients beyond the therapy room. Collaboration and community matter — and we’re excited to keep learning, connecting, and growing together. 🤍

Thank you, Patton House, for welcoming me and sharing more about the important work you do! by @mendcounseling

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