EMH Counseling, LLC

01/30/2026

❄️ Ice weather doesn’t just affect our roads — it affects our nervous systems ❄️

For many people, this recent ice storm has brought more than inconvenience. Disrupted routines, power outages, financial strain, isolation, and uncertainty can all increase stress, anxiety, irritability, and emotional exhaustion. Even if you’re “handling it,” your body may still be on high alert.

A quick piece of psychoeducation that might help:
When we experience ongoing stress or unpredictability, our nervous system stays in survival mode. That can show up as trouble sleeping, racing thoughts, feeling overwhelmed, snapping more easily, or feeling emotionally numb. None of this means you’re weak — it means you’re human.

At EMH Counseling, I offer telehealth therapy, so support is available even when travel isn’t ideal or schedules feel upside down. Therapy can be a space to slow things down, process what you’ve been carrying, and learn tools to help your body and mind settle again.

I also offer weekend availability, because stress doesn’t follow a Monday–Friday schedule.

If you’re not sure therapy is right for you, that’s okay. Even reading this is a step toward awareness and care. Please be gentle with yourself and with others during this time.

🤍 Stay safe and take care,
EMH Counseling

📱 Telehealth available | Weekend sessions offered

12/22/2024

The holidays can be a crazy and overwhelming time ,but remember...it doesn't have to be. You're allowed to say "no" and not feel guilty. Allow yourself grace during this time.

10/17/2024

Happiness Chemicals! 😌😊

Fall is here and what better way to get one of our happiness chemicals, such as Serotonin, then by being outside in the sunshine and going for a walk! ☀️🚶‍♀️ Let's not forget about implementing mindfulness throughout our day! 🧘‍♀️

08/07/2024

Did you know that when you are feeling depressed or anxious, it is hard to do things that make you feel better? Ever wonder why it is hard to do things that you once loved doing?

To give a little insight on this, when you have high levels of anxiety and depression it makes it hard to be consistent with things you once loved doing that reduced anxiety and depression levels BUT when you prioritize and start doing the things you love such as working out, reading a book, going for a walk, etc., it reduces your anxiety and depression levels making it easier and easier to stay consistent.

When we start neglecting ways to keep us grounded, levels reduced, and we say things like "I will just do it tomorrow" those "tomorrows" add up and before you know it your anxiety and depression levels are high again and therefore the negative cycle continues. Need help in stopping the cycle? I'm here to help!

"A journey towards a happier you"

Cristal T. Ellis, MS, LAC
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