The month of June celebrates pride month! During this time the LGBTQ+ community and their history is celebrated. Here at Renew Counseling we celebrate this community and provide mental health services to all apart of this community! In celebration and recognition of this month this months blog post will focus on the struggles and triumphs of this community within the...[ read more ]

In Thursday's blog post I talked about the need for adequate access to mental health resources for veterans and all who severed. High levels of reported mental health issues and increasing suicide rates suggest an immediate need for reform in how we treat the issue of mental health, especially in returning military personnel. Below are a few of the most...[ read more ]

Memorial day is a time of remembrance and reflection for all those who joined the military and lost their lives in the process, However, a large percentages of those who lost their life was due to lack of adequate access and knowledge to mental health services. Over 30% of those returning military  veterans will experience some form of mental health...[ read more ]

In this weeks series we will focus on the the United States Military. Specifically services provided to those in the military, how these services both help and hurt our veterans, and what is being done to acknowledge the growing gap between needed mental health services and the lack of services being provided. We will also touch upon major mental health...[ read more ]

In today's society we are much more in touch with mental health and what it looks like. Awareness and  accessibility are allowing previously inaccessible groups to receive greater knowledge on theses topics. However, in lieu of this there are also many groups that profit off others lack of knowledge for a quick like or follow on social media. Things like...[ read more ]

As we come to the end of Mental Health Awareness Month I wanted to share resources to mental health services! Check them out below https://www.thefemword.world/the-word/mental-health-master-list-resources-to-use-and-share Also feel free to reach us at our number below if you are interested in setting up an appointment of a free intake appointment! (321) 300-6992

Many people struggle with vulnerability and opening up to others. Dr. Brown, both a researcher and story teller is known for her work with vulnerability and teaching others the importance of it! Below is a Ted Talk she did about the power of vulnerability! https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability?language=en

Happy Mental Health Awareness Month!! 1 in 5 adults experience Mental Illness each year, which is approximately 52.9 million people (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)).  This Statistic is aimed to help people realize that they are not alone, as is Mental Health Awareness Month.  In May, we aim to help those effected by mental Illness and to let...[ read more ]

I often times like to describe one’s Anxiety like a thermometer.  Imagining at the very bottom of the thermometer you’re feeling good or “normal”, with typical day to day functioning.  The very top of the thermometer would be your most anxious moment.  This would typically be a moment of a panic or anxiety attack, or right before one.  Can you...[ read more ]

 LGBTQ+ Gender and sexuality topics, quite frankly, have a long past when it comes to society and even in the counseling field.   First, sexuality and gender identity have come extremely far in the counseling field and in society.  However, this does not mean that there is not work to be done.  Instead of labeling or putting someone in a...[ read more ]