Blackberry Counseling Center

10/12/2026

Another year. Another opportunity to celebrate the wonderful clinicians at BlackBerry Counseling Center. I continue to be proud of all the good we are doing in the community of Elburn.

09/04/2026

Su***de Awareness Month is upon us and we will continue to de-stigmatize conversations about Su***de in order to help save lives. Whether you're a therapist, loved one, or someone struggling with su***de thoughts this blog is for you. 💜

A perspective for clinicians, loved ones, and anyone navigating suicidal pain during National Su***de Prevention Month.

02/12/2026

If you or someone you know may benefit...Kaneland students have been collecting food this month to spread the love into the community this Valentine's week!

Anyone in the Kaneland community is welcome!

01/23/2026

We're nearing the end of the first month of 2026 and about to experience extreme cold. No better time than now to adjust our expectations and embrace the concept of 'wintering'. Never heard of Wintering? Read our newest blog to discover more about a different way of looking at the "New Year".

As the midwestern weather settles into the heart of winter, we encourage you to adopt a different approach: Wintering.

12/30/2025

We're happy to welcome Kirstie Ruckoldt, LCSW, to the Blackberry team. She joins us with years of experience working in the school setting and an interest in working with women as they navigate life's journey.

For more information about Kirstie, visit https://www.blackberrycounselingcenter.com/clinicians

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas from our blackberry family to yours 🤍

This season can bring joy, reflection, and sometimes mixed emotions—and all of that is okay.

May your holidays be filled with moments of peace, connection, and gentleness toward yourself.

We’re grateful to support you on your journey, today and in the year ahead.

✨ You are not alone. ✨

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12/08/2025

I'd say we've been in the holiday season! Always love getting the windows painted down the holidays. This year we've got some playful snowmen and boy did they bring the snow with them! ☃️