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

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…

Breast Cancer Awareness: Supporting Families Beyond the Diagnosis

Katelyn Deluca, MSW, LSW · September 19, 2025

When I was in first grade, my nana was diagnosed with breast can…

Finding My Therapy Home

Desie Zylstra, LMHC · July 10, 2025

When I graduated in 2018, I was excited to finally get paid to do what I loved—therapy. At the time, I wasn’t…

There is a new type of therapist: A therapy dog

Courtney Tomaszewski, LMHC · April 9, 2024

A therapy dog is like a furry superhero in the world of mental health. These am…

Benefits of Group Art-Based Therapy

Courtney Tomaszewski MA · May 23, 2023

Courtney Tomaszewski Here are five reasons why group art based therapy is good for teens: 1. Peer Support and Understanding: Group art based therapy offer…

Telepsychology Benefits

April 28, 2023

Mental health is a crucial aspect of overall wellbeing, and the way we access mental healthcare has evolved over time. One significant development in recent ye…

So, You’ve Been Diagnosed with a Mental Illness: 5 Things You Need to Know

Chelsea Belinsky, MA, LMHC, LCPC, NCC · March 10, 2022

So, You’ve Been Diagnosed with a Mental Illness: 5 Things You Need to Know By: Chelsea Belinsky, MA, LMHC, LCPC, NCC If you have been diagnosed with a mental…