Written by Licensed Professional Counselor Qiana Toy-Ellis, this blog offers heartfelt insights on mental health, emotional wellness, and personal growth from her practice in Columbus, GA. Whether you're navigating anxiety, processing trauma, or learning healthier ways to cope with burnout and emotional overwhelm, Qiana shares trauma-informed therapy tips, self-care strategies, and real-life encouragement to support your healing journey - all rooted in grace.
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Breaking the Cycle: Overcoming Seasonal Depression in the New Year
For many people, the start of a new year is energizing—a symbolic fresh start. But for others, particularly those who […]
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Building Momentum: How to Stay Consistent with Mental Wellness Goals
A new year brings possibility—a clean slate for routines, healing, growth, and renewed intention. But staying consistent with mental wellness
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Mental Wellness in the New Year: Setting Intentions for a Healthy Mind
Congratulations everyone. We all made it through the New Year celebrations. Everyone practiced their “letting go” rituals before they rang
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Letting Go Gracefully: Emotional Release and Renewal Before the New Year
New Year’s Eve celebrations are full of symbolism. The festivities incorporate promises for new beginnings, hope for the future, and
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Finding Hope When the Holidays Feel Heavy
For some individuals, it is harder to find hope during the holidays. Of course, if you judge the winter holiday
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Finding Peace in the Pause: Reflecting on the Year That’s Passed
Lest you think New Year’s Resolutions as a practice is a 20th-century innovation, the following information may surprise you. Over
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Grief, Guilt, and Grace: Healing After Loss Through Self-Compassion
Healing after facing a personal loss embraces initiative-taking behaviors intended to assuage grief. In some cases, grief healing must also
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The Empty Chair: Navigating Grief During the Winter Months
Many people look forward to the holidays during the winter months as a joyous time. Weeks filled with special foods,
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You and Presence Are the Gift
The statistics on mental illness in the U.S. are startling. One out of five adults in the U.S. suffers from
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Overstimulated and Overwhelmed: Managing Anxiety During Long Winter Days
How to Create Emotional Anchors as Life Speeds Back Up Winter anxiety is an informal way to describe the anxiety
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Winter Blues or Seasonal Depression? Understanding the Difference and When to Seek Help
As the seasons change from the glorious fall colors to the drabness of winter, many of us face emotional challenges.. The
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Thanksgiving Reflections: Peace, Presence, and Purpose in Gratitude
More Than a Holiday Thanksgiving is often portrayed as a table full of food, laughter, and family—yet for many, it’s
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Grace for the Firsts: Navigating New Traditions After Loss
The Weight of the Firsts The first holiday without them. The first birthday you don’t get to call. The first
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Holding Space for Grief: Reflections for International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
A Day to Remember, Reflect, and Reconnect Every November, communities around the world gather for International Survivors of Suicide Loss
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When Roles Reverse: Navigating the Shift from Child to Caregiver
When the Caregiver Becomes the Cared For Few transitions in life feel as emotional—or as complicated—as the moment you realize
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Helping Children Understand Aging, Illness, and Caregiving
When Caregiving Becomes a Family Experience When illness or aging enters the family picture, everyone feels the change—including children. Parents
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Honoring Service, Healing the Invisible: A Reflection for Veterans Day
Every year on Veterans Day, we pause to honor the men and women who have worn the uniform of our
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Boundaries in Caregiving: Loving Without Losing Yourself
When Love Becomes Overload Caregiving is often described as an act of love—and it is. But love doesn’t mean limitless
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Faith and Rest for Caregivers | Finding Peace and Renewal Through Balance
The Holy Weight of Caring Caring for others is often described as a calling—a sacred duty to meet the needs
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The Hidden Cost of Caring: Recognizing Caregiver Burnout and Compassion Fatigue
The Weight of Caring Caring for others is one of the most selfless acts a person can perform. Whether you’re
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