How Is my heart feeling art activity Art can help us identify and express feelings. Naming emotions can help tame the emotions. For some, expressing through art is easier than talking, but can help increase the ability to talk about the emotions. Draw a heart on a paper. Using different colors of paper, crayons/markers, and any other art supplies to create a representation of what the person is feeling. Share the feelings with the family ..read more

Starting a difficult conversation can be....well.... difficult. Here are some ideas of how to tactfully start a hard conversation. As we soften the startup of a conversation, yet are clear and concise, others are more likely to be able to hear and join in. When we have harsh starting up of the conversation we are more likely to cause the other person’s brain to flood with chemicals that make it harder for them to join the conversation and more likely to resist, even stonewall. #Mentalhealth #Hardconversations #Relationships #Counseling Relationship Counseling in Draper, Utah and Saratoga Spri ..read more

No matter what others do to us or what occurs in our life, it is our own personal responsibility to take care of our own feelings. But how do we own our feelings for mental health wellness? Need more help in owning your feelings for mental health wellness? An Inner Peace Counseling of Utah therapist in virtually or in Draper or Saratoga Springs, Utah can help. #COVID19 #Mentalhealth #OwningYourFeelings #Mentalwellness #Freedom ..read more

Needing to give feedback? Whether in a marriage, friendship, workplace, or other settings feedback can help relationships develop well when given in a healthy way. Check out the readInness checklist for ideas on how to present it in a way that can be heard by others and increase your interpersonal effectiveness. Feedback: Relationship Counseling ..read more

Can’t remember what day it is? You’re not alone. With many of our routines thrown out the window due to quaranting during COVID-19 many cannot keep track of the day of the week and feel the days are extremely long. Creating routine and structure can help with mental wellness by giving meaning, purpose and fulfillment. Below are ideas for creating healthy routines in the day to help prevent cabin fever. #COVID19MENTALHEALTH #SUCCESSPLANS #ROUTINES #GOALS ..read more

Learn to calm and soothe self when feeling overwhelmed, sad, stressed, angry, worried or frustrated by the following discussion and activity. Discuss, write or draw out times or situations where one would need to use calming skills. Examples: When the computer or video game is not working. When having to do things you do not want to do, like chores or homework. Someone takes the last cookie that was suppose to be yours. Discuss, write or draw what are unhelpful things to do to calm down? Examples: Hit, kick or thrown things Say mean words Slam doors Run away Brainstorm helpful things that can ..read more

Staying mentally and emotionally well during COVID-19 is essential. The next series of posts will contain information that can be helpful in exercising wellness and helping have healthy relationship, especially during this time of COVID-19. But before we discuss that, here are ways mental health is being effected by COVID-19. #COVID19MentalHealth #Mentalwellness #MentalHealth ..read more

The holiday season often brings images of warmth, joy, and togetherness. However, for many individuals battling depression, this time of the year can intensify feelings of loneliness and sadness. In this post, we'll explore the unique challenges faced by those dealing with depression during the holidays and share compassionate strategies to foster self-care, resilience, and a sense of hope. Acknowledging Your Feelings: It's essential to acknowledge that it's okay not to feel festive during the holidays. Depression can make it challenging to summon the enthusiasm that others seem to effortlessl ..read more

Help Available for You We are here for you and your loved ones during times of crisis. Crisis situations do not have to become lasting trauma. Crisis Counseling can help you: 1. Regain a sense of control. 2. Gain calming skills for you and your loved ones.  3. Increase understanding of how to get through these times with mental wellness. Set your appointment today for crisis counseling. By visiting www.innerpeacecounselingutah.com or calling 385-202-5645. Other sessions may be able to be accommodated dependent on availability. Call or text to inquire.  Virtual EMDR is ..read more

As a time of fear or the reality of losing a loved one if facing many, it brings up the concern, how do you handle loss? Here are some thoughts to consider. #COVID19 #COVID19Death #LOSS #Grief #MENTALHEALTH Depression treatment near me; Anxiety treatment near me.; EMDR Therapists; Trauma Therapist, After Loss: Mental Health Helps, Inner Peace Counseling of Utah ..read more