Kaela Rae Vance LPCCS, LLC

?? Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, but it can also be a season where grief and trauma feel especially heavy ?? I want to take a moment to acknowledge everyone who is navigating the complexities of healing during this time. As a therapist specializing in trauma and grief, I see firsthand the courage it takes to face these challenges, especially around the holidays. I am incredibly grateful for those who trust me with their stories and allow me to be part of their healing journey. This Thanksgiving, let’s give ourselves permission to feel everything that comes up—joy, sadness, gratitude, and grief. Wishing you a gentle and mindful holiday. ??

?????????????????? ???????????????? ?????????????? #???? - ????????????????????????: ?????????????????? ?????? ?????????????????? ????????: ?????????? ?????? ?????????? ?????????? In this heartfelt episode of the Cultivate Calmness Podcast, Kaela Vance focuses on the joy and gratitude surrounding Thanksgiving. She reflects on personal traditions, memorable family moments, and ways to honor loved ones who are no longer with us during the holidays. Kaela also shares insights on creating new traditions, handling unexpected challenges, and finding positivity in every moment. Whether you're hosting, attending, or celebrating in your own unique way, this episode will inspire you to embrace the season with warmth and appreciation. Happy Thanksgiving! [Please remember that the Cultivate Calmness Podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.] Visit my LinkTree for more info on where to stream... https://lnkd.in/gf8YH5Qn (Link also in bio) Visit my Amazon Affiliate Store to support my work... www.krvlpccs.link/amazon (Link also in bio)

?????????????????? ???????????????? ?????????????? #???? - ????????????????????????: ?????????????????? ?????? ?????????????????? ????????: ?????????? ?????? ?????????? ?????????? In this heartfelt episode of the Cultivate Calmness Podcast, Kaela Vance focuses on the joy and gratitude surrounding Thanksgiving. She reflects on personal traditions, memorable family moments, and ways to honor loved ones who are no longer with us during the holidays. Kaela also shares insights on creating new traditions, handling unexpected challenges, and finding positivity in every moment. Whether you're hosting, attending, or celebrating in your own unique way, this episode will inspire you to embrace the season with warmth and appreciation. Happy Thanksgiving! [Please remember that the Cultivate Calmness Podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.] Visit my LinkTree for more info on where to stream... https://lnkd.in/gf8YH5Qn (Link also in bio) Visit my Amazon Affiliate Store to support my work... www.krvlpccs.link/amazon (Link also in bio)

?? Delayed Grief ?? Delayed grief is a phenomenon where people hold back their own grief, often prioritizing others’ needs and postponing their own emotional processing. For therapists, understanding delayed grief is essential—it’s a reminder that healing doesn’t always happen on a clear timeline. Many clients initially believe they’ve managed a loss, only to realize they’ve been avoiding the deeper feelings associated with it. In therapy, creating a safe space for these emotions, no matter how much time has passed, is key. The work involves gently guiding clients to acknowledge the grief they may have pushed aside for months or even years. Healing starts when we make room for our own needs, one step at a time.

??Register for the December Mental Health Professionals Luncheon!?? ?? Date: December 19, 2024 ?? Time: 11 AM - 1 PM ?? Location: Dublin, Ohio We are excited to have Taylor Lechner from Nourished by Taylor presenting on "Hormonal Headspace: Unraveling the Impacts of Birth Control on the Brain & Mental Health". This is a great opportunity to learn more about hormones and their impact on our client's mental health! Join us for this free event. All mental health professionals are welcome. Register now to secure your spot! Register today and reserve your spot: www.TealSaguaro.com/Events

?? Seasonal Grief ?? In the world of grief counseling, "seasonal grief" is a topic that doesn’t always get enough attention. Certain times of the year—whether tied to personal anniversaries or simply the change in weather—can trigger deep emotions for those who are grieving. In therapy, it’s important to validate these feelings and explore why specific seasons or holidays may hold more weight. Addressing seasonal grief is about acknowledging the profound connection between our memories, senses, and the passage of time. For anyone supporting a grieving person, be mindful that certain seasons might be harder, and your compassion during these times can make a world of difference.

?????????????????? ???????????????? ?????????????? #???? - ????????????????'?? ??????????: ???????????????????? ???????????????? ?????????????? ???????? ????????: ?????????? ?????? ?????????? ?????????? In this episode of the Cultivate Calmness Podcast, we focus on National Children's Grief Awareness Day and the importance of recognizing and supporting children who are grieving. Host Kaela Vance shares personal insights and professional advice on understanding how children experience grief differently than adults and the unique ways they may express their emotions. With the holidays approaching, this episode also explores practical strategies for helping kids navigate big feelings during emotionally challenging times, offering guidance for parents, caregivers, and educators to provide a safe and nurturing space for children to process their loss. [Please remember that the Cultivate Calmness Podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.] Visit my LinkTree for more info on where to stream... https://lnkd.in/gf8YH5Qn (Link also in bio) Visit my Amazon Affiliate Store to support my work... www.krvlpccs.link/amazon (Link also in bio)

?????????????????? ???????????????? ?????????????? #???? - ????????????????'?? ??????????: ???????????????????? ???????????????? ?????????????? ???????? ????????: ?????????? ?????? ?????????? ?????????? In this episode of the Cultivate Calmness Podcast, we focus on National Children's Grief Awareness Day and the importance of recognizing and supporting children who are grieving. Host Kaela Vance shares personal insights and professional advice on understanding how children experience grief differently than adults and the unique ways they may express their emotions. With the holidays approaching, this episode also explores practical strategies for helping kids navigate big feelings during emotionally challenging times, offering guidance for parents, caregivers, and educators to provide a safe and nurturing space for children to process their loss. [Please remember that the Cultivate Calmness Podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.] Visit my LinkTree for more info on where to stream... https://lnkd.in/gf8YH5Qn (Link also in bio) Visit my Amazon Affiliate Store to support my work... www.krvlpccs.link/amazon (Link also in bio)

??LAST DAY to Register for the November Mental Health Professionals Luncheon!?? ?? Date: November 21, 2024 ?? Time: 11 AM - 1 PM ?? Location: Dublin, Ohio Rikki Grace from Ruby Counseling will be presenting on "Therapy with the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM)". Join us for this free event. All mental health professionals are welcome. Register now to secure your spot! Register today and reserve your spot: www.TealSaguaro.com/Events

In Kerplunk, every stick is connected, each one supporting the marbles that rest above. Similarly, in therapy, our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are interconnected—each one influences the others. Pulling out a single stick can shift the entire structure, just as addressing one thought pattern or emotional wound in therapy can have a ripple effect throughout our mental and emotional health. Therapy is about understanding these connections: identifying which "sticks" are holding up unhealthy patterns, which are supporting healthy behaviors, and how removing or changing one can impact the whole system. Focusing on one "stick" at a time in therapy is crucial. Trying to tackle everything at once can feel overwhelming, like pulling multiple sticks in Kerplunk and watching the marbles fall uncontrollably. Instead, therapy encourages a steady and mindful approach—facing fears and difficult emotions one at a time, learning to let go of what no longer serves us, and finding ways to accept what is outside our control. Through this careful process, we strengthen the core of our emotional structure, building a solid foundation that can hold even as we continue to shift and change. The goal isn’t to keep the marbles from ever falling, but to create a structure that can handle the ups and downs of life with resilience.