Two Rivers Counseling Duluth, MN

06/22/2026

✨Mindfulness Alphabet✨

Today our letter is "I"

"I" is for Intention

Intention is the mindful practice of bringing awareness to your purpose, values, and direction. Rather than moving through the day on autopilot, setting an intention helps you align your thoughts, words, and actions with what matters most to you.

An intention isn't about achieving a specific outcome; it's about the quality of attention and energy you bring to your experiences. By reconnecting with your intention throughout the day, you can respond more thoughtfully and stay grounded in what is important to you.

Pause for a moment and ask yourself, "How do I want to show up right now?" Choose one word—such as calm, curious, kind, or focused—and carry that intention with you for the next hour. Notice how it influences your choices and interactions.

06/20/2026

Congratulations to all the runners today! We had SIX THERAPISTS run the half or full marathon today! We’re so proud of them! 💙🎉 Grandma's Marathon - Duluth, Inc.

06/18/2026

✨ Therapist Spotlight✨

Today, we're shining the light on Debbie Becker MSW, LICSW!

Debbie has a gift for helping people feel seen, heard, and comfortable being themselves. Her genuine nature, compassionate heart, and approachable style make it easy to build trust and connection.

We appreciate Debbie for her authenticity, kindness, and unwavering support. We’re grateful for the care and wisdom she brings to our team every day.

06/18/2026

06/15/2026

Mindfulness Alphabet Monday!

Today, our letter is "H" for Harmony

Harmony is the feeling of being connected and aligned with yourself in the present moment. It doesn't mean every thought, emotion, or circumstance is pleasant—it means meeting your experience with awareness and acceptance rather than fighting against it. When we practice mindfulness, we become more attuned to our needs, values, and surroundings, creating a greater sense of balance, peace, and well-being.

Take 30 seconds to notice one thing you can see, hear, and feel right now. Ask yourself: What would help me feel a little more balanced today?

06/11/2026

✨ Therapist Spotlight✨

Today, we're highlighting Kym Saunders MSW, LGSW!

If you've had the chance to meet Kym, you know how kind, compassionate, and genuine she is. We're so grateful to have her on our team and for the care she brings to every client she works with. 💙

06/08/2026

✨Mindfulness Alphabet!✨

Today's letter is "G"

G is for Gratitude

Gratitude is the practice of noticing and appreciating the good things in our lives, both big and small. It helps shift our attention from what is missing to what is present, fostering a greater sense of contentment, connection, and well-being. Practicing gratitude doesn't mean ignoring challenges—it means making space to recognize moments of kindness, beauty, support, and growth that exist alongside them.

Take a moment to think about your day and write down three things you are grateful for. They can be simple, such as a warm cup of coffee, a supportive conversation, or even a rainy morning.

For each one, reflect on:

What made this meaningful to me?
How did it make me feel?
Is there someone I can thank or acknowledge for it?

Notice how you feel after focusing on these positive moments. Even a few minutes of gratitude can help cultivate a more mindful and appreciative perspective.

06/04/2026

✨ Therapist Spotlight✨

We’re proud to recognize Sophie Averill MSW, LGSW for the compassion, dedication, and expertise she brings to her work every day. Her commitment to supporting clients through life’s challenges helps create meaningful change and lasting growth.

Thank you, Sophie, for the care, empathy, and positive impact you make in our community. We’re grateful to have you on our team!

06/01/2026

✨Mindfulness Alphabet!✨

Our letter is "F" today.
"F" is for Freedom!

In mindfulness, freedom is the ability to notice thoughts, emotions, and impulses without being completely controlled by them. It doesn’t mean having no stress or difficulty — it means creating enough awareness to choose your response instead of reacting automatically.

What mindful freedom can look like
-Pausing before responding in anger
-Letting a worried thought pass without believing it immediately
-Choosing rest without guilt
-Being present instead of stuck in the past or future
-Accepting emotions without needing to fight or hide them

Remind yourself “I can notice this moment without needing to control everything in it.”

Take one slow breath in.
Notice any tension, thought, or emotion.
Instead of pushing it away, silently say:
“This is here right now.”
Exhale slowly and ask:
“What response feels most free and intentional?”

05/29/2026

A message from the founder- Eve✨

Something I get asked often is, “When should I seek out therapy? When is it time?”

My answer? Probably when you were a kid, definitely when you were an adolescent—but now is good too.

Because if you’re asking, we probably both already know the answer.

Let’s be honest—there’s a lot we didn’t learn about emotions, intrusive thoughts, trauma, healthy coping, or why our parents acted the way they did. It would’ve been helpful to understand some of that much earlier.

But here we are.

You don’t have to be in crisis.
But you can be.
You don’t have to be falling apart.
But you can be.
You don’t have to be at your limit.
But you can be.

Or maybe you’re just tired.
Or stuck.
Or sick of your own sh*t… or someone else’s.

Your mental health isn’t all that different from your physical health. If something doesn’t feel right, we take a look at it.

Preventative maintenance applies here too.

Someday insurance will catch up and cover preventative mental health care like they do physicals. But we’re not waiting for that.

So what are you waiting for?
What excuses are you making?
What barriers are you facing?

Just call. We’ll figure it out with you.

📞 218-606-1100