Verus Ridge Counseling

08/26/2026

Veronica absolutely loved this event last year and is excited to be presenting at the women's conference again this year! It was such an uplifting time of women encouraging each other and enjoying some much needed reflection, relaxation and fun!

There is still time to sign up if you're interested! 🤗

08/11/2026

🎒 New school year. New routines. BIG feelings.

Back-to-school prep usually means school supplies, new clothes, schedules, and getting everyone back into a routine…

But what about the mental and emotional preparation?

A new school year can bring excitement and anticipation—but it can also bring anxiety, overwhelm, perfectionism, social worries, and the stress of adjusting to change.

💭 “What if I don’t fit in?”
💭 “What if I can’t keep up?”
💭 “What if this year is harder?”

Whether your child is starting kindergarten, heading into high school, or you’re a parent trying to support them through another transition, taking time to prepare emotionally can make the start of the year feel a little more manageable.

✨ Our therapist, Katee Rook, LSW, shares practical strategies for helping kids and families prepare mentally and emotionally for the school year.

Because sometimes the most important back-to-school supplies aren't things you can put in a backpack. 💛

👉 Read the blog: https://verusridgecounseling.com/blogs/back-to-school-mental-health-checklist

07/09/2026

Intro to Clapp Therapy Intensives, Part 3: Why choose an intensive? Who is a good fit?

Many people choose the intensive route because they feel ready to work on something that has gotten in the way of living their life with freedom and purpose.

Maybe OCD has caused so much self doubt and anxiety that they are living from a place of fear and constant overthinking. Maybe a childhood trauma never felt safe enough to process. The stresses of daily life and unforeseen crises can take up space in weekly therapy sessions so that these deeper wounds continue to go untreated.

This is where an intensive can help. Creating purposeful space to do the deeper work, with a therapist devoted to holding that space in a way that feels supportive and attuned to you.

If you’re ready for a free 20-minute consultation to learn more, email me at [email protected] or send me a request at https://www.verusridgecounseling.com/therapy-intensives

07/05/2026

Intro to Clapp Therapy Intensives, Part 2:
What is “intensive” therapy?

Intensive means extended sessions that give more time for us to lean into your goals without having to worry about the time crunch that comes with trying to fit deeper work into hourly sessions.

Clapp Therapy Intensives are tailored to the needs of my client. To figure out what length would work best for you, contact me at [email protected] to inquire about setting up a free 20 minute consultation. From there, we schedule an intake session to plan out your intensive, factoring in breaks for lunch, snacks, walks, yoga—whatever your nervous system needs to feel safe and supported throughout the process.

07/03/2026

Intro to Clapp Therapy Intensives Part 1: Evidence-based treatments Veronica specializes in to help her clients navigate OCD and trauma.

06/28/2026

Hi Friends!

I am excited to share my very first blog post about my journey in the counseling field and what made me take the leap that will forever change my counseling practice. To any clients that used to work with me and have recently reached out inquiring about getting back in for week to week therapy, this blog gives a deeper explanation as to why I am phasing out of that type of counseling. While I remain fully invested in Verus Ridge Counseling, this blog explains how Clapp Therapy Intensives provided a way for me and my nervous system to keep loving this work, and to not feel swallowed up by it. You can read the full blog here: https://www.verusridgecounseling.com/blogs

06/10/2026

I am grateful for psychologists Stacey Gedeon and Julie Radico for creating a platform for important conversations and learning about mental health. This video sheds some light on OCD in hopes of breaking stigma and sharing helpful information about it and treatment. To learn about other important mental health topics, check out their YouTube channel, UndercomplicatingStuff.

Interested in specialized treatment for your OCD? I have availability for therapy intensives utilizing I-CBT and ERP. For more information and to reach out for a consultation, check out https://www.verusridgecounseling.com/therapy-intensives

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06/10/2026

Need a few moments of calm to regulate your nervous system? If you like the ocean, I got you.

06/10/2026

Here is the final sneak peek of the OCD chat with Dr. Stacey Geodon and Dr. Julie Radico before the full video hits their Youtube channel tomorrow morning!

As always, if you or a loved one could use some help navigating OCD, or if you are a clinician seeking consultation to help a client, you can reach out to me at [email protected] or request a free 20-minute consultation for a therapy intensive at https://www.verusridgecounseling.com/therapy-intensives

06/09/2026

Hi Friends,

Here is preview #2 of my chat about OCD with Dr. Julie Radico and Dr. Stacey Gedeon of . Stay tuned for the full video to hit their Youtube page on Wednesday! Also, they have interviewed a bunch of awesome clinicians about other mental health topics--check them out!

Are you a clinician wanting to build confidence in helping those with OCD? Reach out to me for a consult at [email protected]

If you are struggling with OCD, please know you are not alone, and there are treatments that really help! If you are interested in an OCD intensive with me, contact me at https://www.verusridgecounseling.com/therapy-intensives