Protect your daughters mental health. These are trying times. For adolescents, this is a vital time that will determine their future success. Give your daughter a safe place to process her feelings, connect with other girls, and LEARN TOOLS to manage stress, anxiety & friendships during this time.
Wednesdays: 7-8pm (Jr High School girls group)
Mondays: 7-8pm (High School girls group)
Each week, Adolescent Therapist (and LONG TIME girls group leader) Nikkie Evans, LPC will lead the girls in a "hot topic" of the week.Together, the girls have a safe place to openly talk about things like anxiety, e-learning stress, friendships, healthy eating/sleeping/exercise, social media, etc.
Hear what other girls are going through, connect, normalize, laugh and learn clinical tools to help survive & thrive--not only the challenges of today, but for their adult life ahead.
Groups Max 10. To register or find out more, click here, call (847) 919-9096 x1 or info@inspirecounselingcenter.com
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While this may seem like a simple question, you may be surprised if you pause and think about it. There are so many simple, consistent, steady things in our lives that we take for granted.
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Girls group - https://mailchi.mp/9addc609a099/girlsgroup
Launching our FIRST EVER Girls Group (Virtually) this fall.
Protect HER mental health during these trying times!!!
For adolescents, this is a vital time that will determine their future success. Give your daughter a safe place to process her feelings, connect with other girls, and LEARN TOOLS to manage stress, anxiety & friendships during this time.
Groups Max 10. To register or find out more, click here, call (847) 919-9096 x1 or info@inspirecounselingcenter.com
Are you feeling constantly overwhelmed? Here's one simple way to help you find relaxation & enjoyment in an overscheduled, over booked, and anxious world.
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Weekly Inspiration:
This week's inspiration is from Joubert Botha. Say it out loud, put it on a post it, stick it somewhere you'll see it–say it sweetly to yourself a few times a day. Watch yourself in the mirror while you say it. Start to believe it ... and see what happens!
When you allow yourself to be inspired, you are unconsciously inspiring others.
Tag someone who inspires you to thank them!
Quote from our very own trauma therapist, Cyndi Benner
Sometimes it looks like watching and listening to the birds in my yard while I’m throwing the ball for my dog. (And isn’t it wonderful this pandemic is happening in the spring? The flowers are blooming and the birds are having a party!). Sometimes it looks more like making more space in my life to journal or explore creative outlets. (Let the house collect dust!). I haven’t even used a half a tank of gas in the past month and I don’t miss it!
Not every moment is magical, but there is time. Time for my daughters to have long conversations or resolve conflict. Time to learn a new card game and make a new recipe. Time to have a nap or have a burst of energy to organize a neglected area of the house. Time to call an old friend that I know is also sitting at home.
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We see you. We hear you.
We know you are taxed beyond anything comprehendible.
This is a time unlike any other, and you need to take good care of YOURSELF in order to take care of everyone else.
Working from home, with your spouse, and your kids... is not a natural situation. No one in our lifetime has faced this. If you are struggling, you are NOT ALONE.
This pandemic has people struggling with:
Marital satisfaction
Eating concerns
Alcohol control
Addictions
Stress & physical concerns
Mood, anger, irritability
If you could use some support during this COVID season, we have therapists who are parents and spouses and can really relate and understand what you're experiencing. Our therapists have flexible schedules and can support you remotely OR in-person.
To schedule a session for yourself, call (847) 919-9096 ext 1 or info@inspirecounselingcenter.com
Whether your kids are learning remote full time, hybrid style or they’re attending school in-person (with the looming threat of going remote at any moment), remote learning is part of everyone's reality.
The thing is, this is something we’ve never done before– not as parents or as kids. Remote learning is completely new to everyone at home.
New things = new challenges + new opportunities.
While you are trying your best create a new normal and productive experience, this will likely have times of challenge. You may even feel suffering. Suffering is part of the normal human experience.
Through times of challenge, we can get stronger.
There is an opportunity in this challenge to show your kids (and yourself!) that you can triumph through new things. You can survive and actually thrive. You can show your kids how to succeed and adapt in this environment — which is a critical skill for life.
Read the blog post from former educator and child & adolescent therapist, Lindsay Rowell, for 5 tips on making the best for your child's remote learning experience:
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Hi friends! Did you vote for YOURSELF this year?? While we can't control the votes being counted right now...YOU CAN vote for yourself by making your needs a priority. Let me explain.... https://mailchi.mp/b6d4049ce091/girlsgroup-15704649
Right now we can use ALL the inspiration we can get!!
We need YOUR a HELP!!!
We want to highlight people in the community who are inspiring YOU!! We’ll honor & recognize them and share their story to brighten your day and inspire us all to live our best lives!!
Do you know someone who has inspired you? Has a great story? No story or good deed is too small, we need all the positivity we can get these days.
Submit your nominations at www.inspire counseling center.com/award-nomination/
And, grab a Kleenex & cozy up, check back to hear inspiring stories of people just like YOU who have made a difference in someone’s life.
Thanks and keep shining!! We need you. ✨💕✨
Halloween Survival Guide for parents💀🎃👻 - https://mailchi.mp/8dbc1aab17c4/girlsgroup-15702945 Don't be scared...keep your kids physically & EMOTIONALLY safe this Halloween. Tips from our experts!
Are you hanging in there? - You're experiencing a trauma right now. Actually we ALL are experiencing a trauma right now, according to experts.
Between the divisive presidential election and the ongoing pandemic–we are all going through a lot together.
Trauma Therapist, Cyndi Benner, has 2 TOOLS to help you cope. Remembering you're BIG and you're SMALL. Read the article for these easy and empowering tools.
Hang in there!! https://mailchi.mp/2f0c92260fa1/girlsgroup-15701729
Starting off 2021 with... ✨ 𝘨𝘰𝘢𝘭𝘴✨
For the month of January we're going to be chatting about goals! How to set them, 𝘞𝘏𝘠 we set them, and how to accomplish them!
What goals are 𝘠𝘖𝘜 bringing into the new year?
Weekly Inspiration:
This week's inspiration is "I commit to learning new things."
Say it out loud, put it on a post it, stick it somewhere you'll see it–say it sweetly to yourself a few times a day. Watch yourself in the mirror while you say it. Start to believe it ... and see what happens!
When you allow yourself to be inspired, you are unconsciously inspiring others.
Tag someone who inspires you to thank them!
You want to feel in control of your life. You want to trust and be close to people in your life. When life slows down, especially with isolation, unpleasant memories & traumas from the past, have a way of creeping back into the picture.
While you’re managing to get through, some days leave you gasping for air. Every minute feels like eternity. You want to run away, but anywhere you go, there you are. You know you need to heal to be really free.
You are not alone. We have virtual sessions available -- flexible, affordable -- as close as your phone or computer.
You are the hero of your story. You can your way back to your best self.
We are here to walk alongside you and help you experience freedom, peace, confidence and the joy you deserve.
Your time is precious. You only get a certain amount of time in this life–you can’t get more, duplicate or get it back. Don’t waste one more second to start living your best life. You’re worth it.
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We believe you are a gift to this world. We believe that inspiring one person to live their greatest life, will inspire another person. We believe the world will change with love, connection and inspiration. One person at a time. Your role in this process is vital. When you get support for yourself or your family, you are doing your part in this community and world to spark change.
Not sure how this works? Not sure which therapist to pick? No worries. We will personally walk you through the process. Either our super-friendly Office Manager (Jackie), or super-fun Owner (Lauren) will make sure you are comfortable to get started.
Take the next step. Start living your best life. Don’t wait any longer!
In the face of fear, repeat to yourself “choose trust”. If you need a little extra oomph, add to the mantra “I have everything I need to face this”.
Holiday Help & Gratitude - This holiday season, we're grateful for YOU!! From our work & personal family,--Thank you for keeping us open in a tough year. Also, are excited to be accepting a new insurance soon! We'll be in-network with BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthCare, Optum, Humana & Aetna (coming soon!) You deserve excellent service at an affordable cost. We love you!!!
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✨ On the blog✨
How can we, as individuals, serve as mirrors for others? How can we help 𝘳𝘦𝘧𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 in our children, parents, friends, and even strangers?
Click the link in our bio to read more!
What is life without love? Truly. You already know that love is the epicenter of all we do. You also know relationships are complex. From friendships, marriages, parenting…
it’s all a dance of give and take.
One of the things we love the most is
seeing relationships blossom and thrive. 💙
Do you have Aetna insurance? Good news!! 𝘞𝘦'𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘪𝘯-𝘯𝘦𝘵𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬!
We believe you deserve the 𝘩𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘲𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 of service, beautiful spa-like offices, all while keeping it 𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲.
You are 𝘴𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘵, you are 𝘴𝘢𝘷𝘷𝘺, you know living a great life takes support & tools. We are to help you on your quest for an amazing life.
We promise to make counseling a 𝗳𝘂𝗻, 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲, 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 experience -- the best we can! If you'd like to check your benefits, feel free to call our wonderful Billing Manager, Shawnn at (847) 919-9096 x2. If you're ready to schedule a session, call our Office Manager, Jackie at (847) 919-9096 x1.
Bringing you 𝗧𝗢𝗣 talent! Click the link in our bio to learn more about Kate! 💗
Take a deep breath. You’ve got this 💪🏻
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