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Insights, guidance, and resources from the licensed therapists and counselors at Pillars of Wellness.

Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month

Nicole De Young, LMHC-A · May 14, 2026

| PILLARS OF WELLNESS According to the Vital Statistics Rapid Release Report, there were 3,…

What to Expect During a Mental Health Intake: A Guide for New Clients

Koree Binder, MA, LMHC, NCC · April 22, 2026

| PILLARS OF WELLNESS Starting therapy can feel like a b…

Therapy Does Not Have to Look Like Two People Staring at Each Other

Jessi Kiefor, MA, LMHC, NCC · April 15, 2026

| PILLARS OF WELLNESS You've done the work. You've shown u…

Why Inclusive Care Services Matters Now More Than Ever

Alexa Zapata, MSW, LSW · April 2, 2026

| PILLARS OF WELLNESS A few months ago, I sat in a session with someone who…

Organization Is a Brain Skill—Not Just a Personality Trait

James Shuler · March 25, 2026

| Pillars of Wellness Most people think organization is a…

Protect Queer Youth

Kara VanHimbergen · March 13, 2026

| PILLARS OF WELLNESS As of a couple weeks ago (2/9/2026), I've been promoted to the role of Pillars' \[2S\]LGBTQ+ Y…

Are You Mindful of Your Executive Functioning?

James Shuler · March 5, 2026

| PILLARS OF WELLNESS Over the past few months, this blog has focused on different executive f…

Advocacy and Support for Maternal Mental Health

Kayla LaMore · March 5, 2026

| PILLARS OF WELLNESS Many of us are often in search of ways to be more involved in the commu…

Who Really Am I? Identity, Values and Sexuality Explored Through an ACT Lens

Sarah Herbert, LMHC-A · February 12, 2026

Who Really Am I? Identity, Values, and Sexuality Explored Through an ACT Lens By: Sarah Herbert, LMHC-A | PILLARS OF WELLNESS During some point in our lives,…

Secondary Trauma and Media Exposure: What BIPOC Communities and Clinicians Are Carrying Right Now

Alexa Zapata, MSW, LSW · February 12, 2026

| PILLARS OF WELLNESS In times of…

"The Good Old Days" Can Be NOW

Kelly Johnson, LMHC, NCC, Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher · February 3, 2026

Mindfulness Meditation Teacher | PILLARS OF WELLNESS Have you ever heard someone older…

Executive Function Affecting Relationships

James Shuler · January 28, 2026

Executive Functioning Skills and Relationships: Understanding the Connection By: James Shuler, MRC, LPC, CRC, ADHD-RSP | PILLARS OF WELLNESS Executive functi…