Pure Growth Counseling

06/16/2026

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06/05/2026

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When a child is emotionally dysregulated, words alone often aren’t enough.

Their nervous system may need movement, pressure, rhythm, breath, water, play, or sensory input before they can calm, listen, or problem-solve.

That’s why activities like jumping, swinging, animal walks, wall pushes, playdough, heavy work, and breathing games can be so helpful.

These aren’t just “activities.” They are regulation tools.

They help children move stress through their bodies, reconnect to themselves, and return to a calmer state with support.

The goal isn’t to force calm.
The goal is to help the body feel safe enough to settle.

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06/02/2026

May might be over, but matters every month.

As part of United Way's core Health pillar, we are committed to investing in local behavioral health programs and providing connections for our neighbors who are looking to support their own mental wellness. 🧠

If you or someone you know is looking for support, this simple guide can help connect you to local mental health resources and services available throughout our community. Whether you're seeking counseling, crisis support, substance use treatment, or other behavioral health services, there IS help is available.

Strong communities start with healthy people. Take a moment to save, share, and use this resource when it's needed.

06/01/2026

05/24/2026

Helping children understand big feelings today can help build safer, healthier relationships in the future!

Harbor House’s Little Spot of Emotions Workshop is a FREE, engaging program designed for children ages 0–8 to help build emotional awareness, self-expression, empathy, and healthy coping skills.

Using the beloved Little Spot book series by Diane Alber, each workshop includes interactive story time, hands-on learning activities, and age-appropriate conversations about emotions and relationships.

These workshops help children learn healthy ways to express emotions, build resilience, and ask for help when they need it — all while having fun in a supportive environment.

One of our community partners recently shared:

“The library loves how easy it is to work with the team for Little Spot. The books themselves are engaging and easy to follow along, we always have a good turnout when we do this program. The team is fun and gets down to the kids’ level and talks with them. They provide such fun crafts for the kids, and the crafts are different from what we do so it provides a new activity for my regulars. These books and programs help the children learn to express and how to handle their emotions on their own or how to ask for help. I think the programs also help parents too. We are so thankful to have great programs like this!”
— Ms. Maddie, Youth Services Coordinator, Watseka Public Library

By teaching emotional awareness early, Harbor House is helping create safer, healthier, and more respectful communities for the future.

Interested in bringing this FREE program to your classroom, library, or youth group? Contact Harbor House to learn more!

05/08/2026

The baby prep list is long. Your mental health deserves a spot on it, too 💙

PSI's free Postpartum Planning Class is a 2-hour virtual session for expectant parents at any stage of pregnancy. Together, we cover:
✔️ Managing expectations
✔️ Building your support network
✔️ Understanding perinatal mood challenges
✔️ Starting your postpartum plan

All expectant parents welcome: moms, birthing people, partners, couples, single parents.

Multiple sessions offered every month on Zoom. Register at https://loom.ly/gWGCtRs!

04/28/2026

Grief doesn't look the same for everyone, and for Black dads who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss, finding a space that truly sees and understands your experience is crucial.

We welcome you to join our Black Dads in Loss support group 🖤

This group was created specifically for Black fathers navigating the pain of miscarriage, infant loss, or infertility, a safe space to share, heal, and find hope alongside other dads who understand.

📅 Meets the 4th Sunday of each month at 9 PM ET
💻 Virtual | 🔒 Confidential | 💙 Always free
🔗 Learn more and register here: https://loom.ly/hl3Vhvg
💬 Comment "Support Group" below and we'll send you the link to our support groups in a private message.

You are not alone. 💙