Heavy Minds Counseling with Heather
Healing, Empowerment, Acceptance, Presence
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When tension enters the therapy room, it rarely announces itself directly. Instead, it slips in quietly—through silence, defensiveness, sarcasm, or sudden certainty. As therapists, our work isn’t just to hear what clients say, but to listen for how they’re relating to themselves, others, and the moment. One simple framework I return to when the emotional…
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Some many times someone may stop me and say something like ‘I like your hair” or any other nice thing about me, and my brian immediately goes – “Yeah Right!” and a retort with a hand wave like I don’t believe a stranger that took their time to share with me. Worse, leveling up is…
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Journaling is so important for mental health – But I often hear the same excuses… As a therapist, I recommend a few reminders. Journals are not graded, and not a sign of success. The idea is to write down thoughts to organize them. You do not have to write everyday, but when you are overwhelmed,…
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Winter came upon us Sneaking stealthy in the night Calming all the woods and creatures with a soft blanket of white When winter came upon us I knew that you were mine My fears and doubt were covered with your soft blanket of calm
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Starting Therapy: Getting Past the Hardest Part People start therapy for all sorts of reasons — stress, relationships, loss, self-discovery, or simply feeling “stuck.” Whatever brings you here, I often find that starting is the hardest part. Getting over the stigma, making time in your schedule, and navigating insurance coverage are the first hurdles. Once…
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Resentment and guilt are hard negatives in everyone’s mind. It takes away our joy and abilty to concentrate on more positive perscpetives. So how do we “get over it”. Well, I gotta tell you, you can’t! I know, I’ve tried. So here is a checkliist to help you create boundaries around guilt from mistakes you…
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The magic that emerges from effective collaboration is undeniable. When diverse minds converge with a shared purpose, the results can be transformative.
Heavy Minds Counseling with Heather 