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Did you know that research consistently shows only about 9–10% of people fully keep their New Year’s resolutions, and nearly 1 in 4 quit within the first week?

If you’ve struggled to stick with a resolution before, you’re not failing, you’re human.

Mental health matters when setting goals. Big, rigid resolutions can increase stress, shame, and burnout, especially for those managing anxiety, depression, or trauma. Sustainable change often looks quieter and slower than social media makes it seem.

This year, consider:
• Setting small, flexible goals
• Focusing on progress, not perfection
• Choosing goals that support your well-being, not punish your habits
• Allowing rest, resets, and compassion along the way

You don’t need a “perfect” January to have a meaningful year. Growth is not all-or-nothing, it’s built in small, gentle steps.

🎄 Christmas & Mental Health 🎄

The holidays can bring joy and emotional strain. Research shows that calming seasonal traditions and nature-based environments can help reduce mental fatigue and support emotional well-being.

There is no right way to feel this season.
Rest is valid. Boundaries are healthy. Support matters.

Your mental health deserves care, during the holidays and always.

#HolidayMentalHealth #ChristmasCare #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfCompassion #TherapySupport

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#MentalHealthAwareness
#MentalHealthMatters
#EndTheStigma
#SelfCareSeason
#AutumnVibes
#FallWellness
#MindfulLiving
#HopeInChange
#MentalWellness
#PositiveMindset
#FallFeels
#SeasonOfChange
#InnerPeace
#EmotionalWellness
#SelfCareTips
#HealingJourney
#AutumnHealing
#SeasonalWellness
#MentalHealthSupport
#MindfulnessPractice

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🌀 Not All Disabilities Are Visible
💡 You can’t always see someone’s challenges — but that doesn’t mean they’re not real.

💬 Why it matters:
When we only think of disabilities as wheelchairs, crutches, or canes, we leave many people unseen. Invisible disabilities can affect energy, focus, movement, senses, or emotional well-being — even when someone “looks fine.”

✨ Remember:

Avoid judgment based on appearance

Believe people when they share their needs

Accessibility benefits everyone

💙 Kindness is free. Understanding is powerful.

#InvisibleDisability #DisabilityAwareness #Inclusion #AccessibilityMatters #ChronicIllnessAwareness

💪 Working Moms, You’re Doing Something Incredible

Every day, you juggle work deadlines, school drop-offs, meetings, meals, laundry, and big feelings — including your own.

✨ You’re showing your kids what strength looks like.
✨ You’re building a life that balances dreams and responsibilities.
✨ You’re doing more than “holding it together” — you’re leading with love, resilience, and intention.

It’s okay if some days feel messy.
It’s okay to rest, ask for help, or adjust your expectations.

🌸 Your ability to care for others and yourself is powerful.
🌈 You’re not just surviving — you’re setting an example of what’s possible.

👏 Celebrate the small wins.
👏 Honor your capacity.
👏 Keep showing up — in all the beautiful, imperfect ways that make you you.

#WorkingMomLife #MentalHealthMatters #ResilientMamas #YouGotThis #CelebrateTheJuggle #StrongNotSilent #SelfCompassion #MotherhoodAndMentalHealth

We are here to help! FMLA, short term disability, workplace accomodations and more!!!

Planning to bring your ESA to the dorms? Here is information on which VA schools allow ESA in dorms with additional information. If the school is not listed, I was unable to find their policy, so you may want to follow up with your school's disability services office.
mindspring-counseling.org to request your appointment for documentation completion!

University of Virginia (UVA)
• ESAs permitted in on campus housing as a reasonable accommodation via Student Disability Access Center (studenthealth.virginia.edu, uvapolicy.virginia.edu).

Virginia Tech
• Through Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD), VT allows Assistance/Support Animals, including ESAs, in campus housing (ssd.vt.edu).

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
• ESAs are allowed in residence halls only with approval via Student Accessibility & Educational Opportunity (SAEO) (saeo.vcu.edu).

George Mason University (GMU)
• Emotional Support Animals in housing allowed on a case-by-case basis by the Housing Request Committee .

Norfolk State University (NSU)
• ESAs (typically dogs/cats) allowed in university housing after approval via OASIS

Longwood University
• ESAs allowed in university managed housing with approval from Accessibility Resources Office (longwood.edu).

Radford University
• ESA housing accommodations available through the Center for Accessibility Services

Randolph College
• Generally pet-free, but ESAs are permitted in assigned residence rooms and outdoors with written approval from the Special Accommodations Committee

Marymount University
• ESAs allowed by discretion under Fair Housing Act—must be medically necessary

Emory & Henry College
• Welcomes ESAs in residential facilities after approval by the ESA Committee .

Happy 4th of July! 🎆

Today we celebrate freedom and independence.

Yet we also know that freedom has not always been equally shared in America. Many minorities still face barriers that keep liberty out of reach.

Still, we remain hopeful. We believe in the promise of this country—a place where freedom can shine equally for all.

This Independence Day, let’s honor those who fought for freedom—and keep working for justice, equity, and true liberty for everyone.

❤️🤍💙

#FourthOfJuly #JusticeForAll #EquityMatters #independenceday

🌟 New Chapter, New Energy! 🌟

“May your next six months be better than your last six months.”

No matter how the past half-year has been — highs, lows, or somewhere in between — here’s to hope, growth, and brighter days ahead.

✨ What’s one thing you want to bring into your next six months? Drop it below! ⬇️

#NewBeginnings #PositiveVibes #GrowthMindset #HalfYearCheckIn #BetterDaysAhead

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Mental Health Monday: "What’s One Thing You Did Just for You Today?"

✨ Take a moment and check in with yourself.
✅ Did you drink water?
✅ Get some sunshine?
✅ Say “no” when you needed to?
✅ Rest without guilt?

#MentalHealthMonday #SelfCareMatters #MindfulMoments #TherapistThoughts

📱➡️🌳 Time to Unplug and Recharge — Outdoors!

Constant screen time can leave us feeling drained, distracted, and disconnected.
But just 20 minutes outside can:

✅ Improve your mood
✅ Reduce stress and anxiety
✅ Boost focus and creativity
✅ Help you sleep better
✅ Reconnect you with the present moment

🌞 So step outside. Breathe. Notice the world around you. Your mind (and body) will thank you. 💚

#MentalHealthMatters #UnplugToReconnect #NatureIsHealing #DigitalDetox

**Calling all recent college graduates!**
Feeling a little lost in the post-grad job search? You're not alone! The transition from campus to career can be overwhelming, but vocational counseling can be your secret weapon.

Here's how we can help you thrive:

Discover Your True Calling: Beyond your major, what truly motivates you? Vocational counseling helps you explore your interests, values, and skills to pinpoint career paths that genuinely excite you.

Navigate the Job Market: Get personalized insights into current job trends, in-demand skills, and effective job search strategies that actually work.

Sharpen Your Edge: From crafting a standout resume and cover letter to acing interviews, vocational counselors provide the tools and practice you need to shine.

Build Confidence & Clarity: Overcome self-doubt and gain the confidence to pursue opportunities that align with your potential. Make informed decisions about your future, not just any future.

Don't just look for a job, launch a career you'll love! Invest in yourself and explore the benefits of vocational counseling. Your future self will thank you.

Come see us at MindSpring-counseling.org, currently accepting Aetna insurance plans and sliding scale payments (see website for more info!

#RecentGrads #CollegeGrad #CareerGoals #VocationalCounseling #JobSearch #CareerDevelopment #FutureReady

Happy Father's Day!
**Mental health is strength.** Taking care of yourself helps you be there for the people you love most.
This Father's Day, let's normalize converstations about men's mental health!

#FathersDay #MentalHealthMatters #StrongMenFeel #TherapyIsForEveryone

🧠 Gen Z & Alcohol: A Shift in Priorities 💜
New data shows Gen Z spends **dramatically less** on alcohol than previous generations — just $3.13B annually compared to Boomers at over \$25B.

This isn't just a financial trend — it reflects a growing awareness of **mental health**, **wellness**, and the impact of substances on emotional well-being.

🌱 More Gen Zers are choosing:
✔️ Mindfulness over numbing
✔️ Connection over coping
✔️ Self-care over self-medication

This shift may be part of a broader movement toward emotional health and intentional living.

🗣️ What’s your take? Is Gen Z leading the way to a healthier mindset?

#MentalHealthAwareness #GenZWellness #SoberCurious #MindfulLiving #HealthyCoping #MentalHealthMatters #EmotionalWellbeing #DCeconomics

🌟 Feeling Stuck in Your Career? It’s Okay to Pivot. 🌟

Whether you're navigating a job change, re-entering the workforce, or trying to discover a career that aligns with your passions and strengths, vocational counseling can help.

✅ Explore your interests
✅ Identify transferable skills
✅ Set achievable goals
✅ Gain confidence in your next steps

✨ It’s never too late to choose a path that fits the real you.

📞 Ready to start your journey? Let's talk.

#VocationalCounseling #CareerChange #MentalHealthAndWork #FindYourPath #AdultTherapy #MindSpringCounseling

🧠✨ Welcome to Mindspring Counseling ✨🧠
Where creativity meets compassion 💛

At Mindspring Counseling, we believe therapy should be visual, engaging, and tailored to you. Whether you're seeking growth, need help with disability paperwork, or need an ESA letter, we're here to walk with you — one mindful step at a time.

🎨 Creative tools
💬 Honest conversations
🌈 Inclusive space for all minds

Let’s rewrite the story together.
📍Telehealth Virginia
🔗 mindspring-counseling.org

#TherapyWithHeart #CreativeCounseling #MentalHealthMatters #NeurodivergentAffirming #MindspringCounseling #HealingStartsHere

**Pride Month is about more than rainbows. It’s about mental health, too.** 🧠
LGBTQIA+ individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and trauma—not because of who they are, but because of how the world often treats them.
This month, let’s celebrate identity AND commit to mental wellness:
💬 Use affirming language
🤝 Support inclusive therapy
🏳️‍🌈 Create safe, welcoming spaces
🧠 Normalize mental health care for *everyone*

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What started as a vision in April 2025 has grown into something even more meaningful than I originally imagined. Life has a way of nudging us toward expansion—and MindSpring Counseling is stepping into that next chapter.

I’m excited to share that MindSpring Counseling now offers both in-person and online therapy services, supporting children as young as 3 years old through adulthood. Our mission remains the same: to provide accessible, compassionate, and practical mental health care that meets people where they are.

In addition to therapy services, MindSpring Counseling continues to offer:

• Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letters

• Vocational counseling

• Disability and accommodation paperwork support

This growth reflects a deep commitment to serving individuals and families in more ways, with more flexibility, and with the same heart-centered approach that MindSpring was built on.

✨ New beginnings. Expanded care. Same mission. ✨

Services

At MindSpring, we are dedicated to supporting you every step the way on your journey. Our wide range of services are designed to meet your unique needs and help you thrive. Whether you seek guidance, resources, or a listening ear, we are here to empower you to achieve your goals. Let us be your partner in this transformative experience.

Counseling

Our counseling service offers immediate in-person appointments for clients aged 3 years and older, ensuring that everyone can receive the support they need without delay. For aged 13 and up and adults, we provide online appointments that are also available immediately, making it convenient to access help from the comfort of home. We are dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive environment for all clients. Whether in-person or online, we are here to help you navigate challenges and promote emotional well-being.

Assessment

Behavior, personality, and vocational assessments are essential tools that help individuals and organizations understand and optimize human potential. These assessments provide valuable insights into a person's traits, behaviors, and preferences, enabling better decision-making in various contexts, from career development to emotional well-being.

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Documentation and ESA Letters

Navigating disability paperwork, FMLA, and similar forms be overwhelming. Our professional help is here to simplify the process, ensuring that your applications are accurate and complete. In addition, our Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Letter Services, can provide you with the support you need for your furry companion. Our team specializes in crafting personalized letters that meet legal requirements, ensuring you can enjoy the many benefits of having an emotional support animal.

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