Horizon Counselling Service

06/19/2026

Our therapists specialize in treating OCD. The next series if posts will be some general information about OCD. This is not to replace therapy but to provide some starting blocks. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often misunderstood as simply liking things clean or organized. In reality, OCD can show up in many different ways and often centers around unwanted thoughts, uncertainty, and compulsive attempts to find relief.

Some common presentations include:

• Relationship OCD (ROCD)
• Harm OCD
• Identity OCD (SO-OCD / H-OCD)
• Scrupulosity
• Contamination OCD

No matter the theme, OCD is not defined by the content of the thoughts. It is defined by the cycle of obsessions, anxiety, and compulsions that keep a person feeling stuck.

If you have ever wondered whether your thoughts are "normal" or find yourself constantly seeking reassurance, it may be worth exploring with a mental health professional.

06/18/2026

It's not in their heads. It's the truth. Women's medical needs are not understood.

06/16/2026

Hope is not pretending everything is okay. Realistic hope makes room for both struggle and growth.

When life feels heavy, it can be tempting to either focus only on what is wrong or pressure ourselves to “stay positive.” Neither extreme is usually helpful. Healing often involves acknowledging pain while still believing that change is possible.

A few reminders:
• Your struggles are valid.
• Progress can be small and still matter.
• Setbacks do not erase growth.
• Healing is rarely a straight line.
• Stability and consistency are signs of progress too.

Realistic hope is not about denying difficulty. It is about learning to hold both the challenges and the possibilities at the same time.

Which of these reminders do you need most today?

06/13/2026

06/11/2026

Which do you prefer? Trying to name a model I'm creating and I'm stuck. Vote on instagram, or comment below.
Be-Do-Bloom
Be-Do-Inspire
Presence -Process - Outcome
Keep trying

06/11/2026

Saw this at a coffee shop and thought it was a good reminder, and just pretty. Be kind not only to others but also to yourself. Talk to you like you would someone you care for.

06/09/2026

By 2 p.m., do you find yourself staring at your to-do list but unable to decide what to tackle next? It may not be laziness or a lack of motivation. It could be decision fatigue.
Every choice you make throughout the day uses mental energy. From responding to emails and solving problems to managing responsibilities at work and home, your brain is constantly making decisions. As that mental fuel gets depleted, focus, patience, and productivity can start to decline.
Signs of decision fatigue can include:
• Brain fog
• Irritability
• Procrastination
• Difficulty making even simple choices
• Feeling mentally exhausted despite not being physically tired #
When possible, reduce unnecessary decisions, build routines, and give yourself permission to rest. Your brain was never designed to operate at full capacity all day long.

06/08/2026

Animal assisted therapy can support emotional regulation, reduce stress, increase feelings of safety, and help strengthen the therapeutic relationship. The presence of an animal can make it easier for some people to engage, connect, and feel more comfortable in therapy.

While dogs are often associated with animal assisted therapy, cats offer their own unique benefits. Their calm presence, gentle affection, and respect for personal space can be especially meaningful for individuals who feel overwhelmed by high energy interactions. A cat's ability to choose connection on their own terms can also create opportunities to explore boundaries, trust, consent, and relationships in a natural and authentic way.

Sometimes healing happens through conversation. Sometimes it happens with a purring companion nearby.
Dr. Pott brings Duke and Po (kitten in training) to the office on certain days by request.

06/04/2026

Burnout and chronic pain often fuel each other in ways that are easy to miss.
When you live with chronic pain, your body is constantly using energy to manage symptoms, cope with discomfort, and get through daily tasks. Over time, this can lead to emotional exhaustion, reduced motivation, irritability, and feeling overwhelmed.
At the same time, burnout can increase stress hormones, muscle tension, poor sleep, and nervous system activation, which can make pain feel more intense and harder to manage.
If you are experiencing both, the answer is rarely to simply "push through." Recovery often starts with self-compassion, realistic expectations, rest that is actually restorative, and support that acknowledges the challenges you are carrying.
Sometimes what looks like a lack of motivation is actually a nervous system that has been working overtime for far too long.

06/01/2026

A sneak peek into the workshop I'm making. Launching in August! Register below:
https://www.horizoncounsellingservice.com/supervision-workshop