Children & Family

Let me tell you something we wish more people understood: the holidays aren't magical for everyone.

...this season has a way of amplifying everything we carry. The grief feels heavier. The loneliness cuts deeper. The pressure to be joyful when you're barely holding it together can feel suffocating.

Finding your wellness this December: Beyond the holiday hustle.

Why you don't have to choose between gratitude and grief. I've been doing this work long enough to know that November hits different in a therapy office. There's something about this month that brings out the tension between what we're experiencing and what we think we should be experiencing. Last week, one of my clients came in looking lighter than usual. She'd had coffee with a neighbor, took a walk and actually stopped to photograph the fall leaves. Small things, but meani

A Different Way to Think About Thankfulness this November Every November, the gratitude reminders start. Your social media feed fills up with 30-day thankfulness challenges. Family dinners come with the inevitable question: what are you grateful for? And somewhere in all of it, you're supposed to feel more positive, more content, more happy. Except November isn't always like that.

Embracing Change This October Your Mental Health Matters More Than Ever October brings a special kind of magic, doesn't it? The leaves are changing, the air is crisp, and there's something about this season that makes us pause and reflect. As your local therapy team, we've noticed that many of our clients find this time of year both beautiful and challenging. So, we thought we'd share some thoughts about navigating this season with intention and care.

October doesn't have to be the month you completely overhaul your life or finally "get it together." Sometimes the most sustainable changes come from small, consistent actions rather than dramatic lifestyle shifts.

Seasonal Changes and Your Mental Health

September is National Suicide Prevention Month

There's something about September that hits differently, isn't there? Maybe it's the way the light starts shifting, or how everyone around you seems to be talking about "getting back into routine." Whatever it is, if you've been feeling a little more overwhelmed, anxious, or just off lately, you're not alone.

Back to School Success: What Actually Helps - Part 2

Hey parents! Can we talk for a minute about that familiar knot in your stomach that shows up right around mid-August? You know the one -...

Join Our Team! Hi there! I'm Denice Mock, LCSW, Clinical Director at C.A. Counseling Consultants here in beautiful Williams Bay, Wisconsin. I wanted to take a moment to share why I believe our practice is an exceptional place for LCSWs, LPCs, and LMFTs to build their careers - and honestly, why I love coming to work every day

I've been having these conversations a lot lately in my office. Parents come in looking a bit frazzled, saying things like "I thought...

As we enter May, I find myself reflecting on the significance of Mental Health Awareness Month. In my years of practice at C. A....

May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, and our team at C. A. Counseling and Consultants is excited about 2025's theme: "Turn Awareness...

Many people hesitate to seek therapy because they believe they should handle their struggles alone. However, recognizing when you need...

Life presents numerous challenges, from relationship struggles to workplace stress and personal loss. These experiences can take a toll...

Seeking counseling is a significant and courageous step toward self-improvement and well-being. At C.A. Counseling & Consultants, we...