Ellie Mental Health-Monument, CO

Wondering what your first therapy session will be like? �� It’s totally normal to feel nervous as you’re approaching and anticipating that first session. Spoiler alert: it's not as scary as you think. Our latest blog post by Amber Silva, LLMSW spills the tea on everything you can expect. Check it out and take the guesswork out of your first step to feeling better: https://lnkd.in/etQh4C_Y #MentalHealthMatters #TherapyJourney #YouGotThis:

It's 2024, and it's time to break the silence. Seeking mental health care isn't a sign of weakness; it's a bold act of strength. Every person, in every community deserves to feel safe and supported in their mental health journey. Let's smash the stigma and lift each other up. #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma #BIPOCWellness

A real therapist is busting the biggest myths about therapy today. Spoiler: It's probably different than what you're envisioning. 💭 Let us know what other myths you've heard about therapy in the comments ⬇️ #TherapyTruths #MentalHealthMatters

Yeah, that's normal. Here are 30 ways to STOP overthinking in it's tracks: 1. Listening to Music 2. Deep Breathing 3. Mindfulness Meditation 4. Journaling 5. Exercise 6. Spending Time in Nature 7. Do Something Creative 8. Spend Time with Friends 9. Limiting Screen Time 10. Setting Boundaries Around Social Media or News Intake 11. Positive Affirmations 12. Talk to a Therapist 13. Practicing Gratitude 14. Grounding Techniques like the 5-4-3-2-1 Method 15. Make a List 16. Watch a Funny Movie 17. Limiting Caffeine and Alcohol 18. Practicing Self-Compassion 19. Playing with Pets 20. Gardening Challenge yourself to do one of these skills this week when your thoughts are spiraling, and let us know what you'll be trying in the comments ⬇️ #mentalhealthmatters #copingskills #overthinking #mentalhealthhumor

Listen, everybody has their days (ahem...or months ...or years). Just like physical health, mental health exists on a spectrum, and it's TOTALLY normal to experience ups and downs from time to time. Sometime we need to take it a bit easier on ourselves-- and that doesn't mean that we aren't strong or that there's something wrong with us. ➡ If you feel like you're struggling more than usual, practice giving yourself a bit more grace, think about what coping skills fit you best, and hey, having a kicka$$ therapist and support crew can also make a huge difference. #CopingSkills #EverybodySucksSometimes #NooneHasItFiguredOut #MentalHealthMatters #Normalizeit

Pride month may be ending, but the acceptance, love, and advocacy doesn't! Tag someone who needs to hear this message! ⬇️ Looking for more ways you can celebrate #pridemonth all year long? Find tips from therapists, suggested queer-owned businesses to support this summer, and kid's books recs in our magazine issue: https://lnkd.in/gMA5ZSsC Psst. You can find support and acceptance year-round here at Ellie. 🐘 #beyourself #queermentalhealthmatters #pride2024

"But what if I don't know who I really am?!" 💭 Sometimes we are so used to masking, blending in, or serving others' needs that it feels intimidating to even think of figuring out who we really are deep inside. Believe us though, avoiding or pretending can be even more exhausting. Let a therapist empower you on the path of discovery and self acceptance (they're really good at it). 🌈💖 #Authenticity #Therapy #MentalHealthMatters #EmbraceYourself

We are excited to announce another new addition our team: Lori-Ann McConnell, LCSW! 🤩 Lori-Ann earned her MSW from the University of Alabama. She has also been extensively trained in the Boy’s Town therapeutic model. She has worked in area schools for the last 13 years. She will blend her background in the educational setting into her counseling work to ensure that her clients receive individualized care. Before working in the school setting, Lori-Ann worked in therapeutic foster care and group home settings. She has specialty training in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, autism, executive functioning and ADHD. Outside of the office, Lori-Ann enjoys time with her children, reading, cooking and gardening.

A warm welcome to our new therapist Kevin Kessell, SWC! Kevin has been a social worker for 10+ years. He is a retired combat veteran who enjoys helping other veterans repurpose their mission after returning home from battle, physically and mentally. He also enjoys working with the families of veterans to ensure they have support and healing. Kevin specializes in working with children ages 6+, teens and adults; as well as PTSD (including combat PTSD), supporting students with autism, healthy modeling for troubled youth, and couples counseling. He accepts most commercial insurances and Medicaid. Call 719-259-4951 to schedule!

Curious how a therapist is tackling some of these big questions with their kid clients? 📚🏳🌈 Here are a few books that our therapists recommend for talking about self-acceptance, all kinds of families, and gender identity PLUS some discussion questions in the last slide to open the convo up! #booktok #bookrecs #pridemonth2024