Elevate Counseling

06/15/2026

Available resource to women...

Hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause can affect mood, anxiety, sleep, stress, and confidence—especially during the demanding years of parenting, career, and caregiving.

05/29/2026

Resource Alert:
Second Saturday Divorce Workshop: "Second Saturday: What Women Need to Know About Divorce Workshop" is a highly informative and supportive program designed to assist women at any stage of the divorce process. Whether you are contemplating divorce or have already filed and feel overwhelmed, this workshop offers a comprehensive guide to navigate the complexities of divorce.
Always held virtually, 9:00-11:45 am CST on the Second Saturdayof each month. Registration required
(www.moneymatterswealth.comunder the Divorce Source Tab)
What You Can Expect:
Emotional Support: Receive compassionate advice from therapists andcounselors to help you cope with the emotional challenges of divorce.
Legal Insights: Gain a clear understanding of the legal aspects ofdivorce, including your rights and obligations.
Financial Guidance: Learn about managing finances during and afterdivorce, protecting your assets, and planning for a stable financialfuture.
Resources and Networking: Connect with local professionals and other women experiencing similar situations, fostering a supportive community.

05/05/2026

“Openness doesn’t come from resisting our fears but from getting to know them well.”
― Pema Chödrön, The Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times

05/01/2026

“we can let the circumstances of our lives harden us so that we become increasingly resentful and afraid, or we can let them soften us and make us kinder and more open to what scares us.”
― Pema Chödrön, The Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times

04/29/2026

“Anxiety, heartbreak, and tenderness mark the inbetween state. It’s the kind of place we usually want to avoid. The challenge is to stay in the middle rather than buy into struggle and complaint. The challenge is to let it soften us rather than make us more rigid and afraid. Becoming intimate with the queasy feeling of being in the middle of nowhere only makes our hearts more tender. When we are brave enough to stay in the middle, compassion arises spontaneously. By not knowing, not hoping to know, and not acting like we know what’s happening, we begin to access our inner strength.”
― Pema Chödrön, The Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times

01/22/2026

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Nutrition during pregnancy directly impacts a baby’s brain development. Research shows that women who regularly eat eggs while pregnant give birth to infants with stronger memories, faster learning abilities, and healthier overall brain growth during the first year of life.

Eggs are rich in choline, protein, and essential nutrients that support neural development. Choline, in particular, plays a key role in building memory pathways and enhancing cognitive function. Regular intake provides the developing brain with the building blocks needed for optimal performance.

Babies exposed to these nutrients in utero demonstrate improved attention, faster information processing, and better memory retention compared to peers whose mothers had lower egg consumption. Early brain development sets the foundation for learning, emotional regulation, and problem-solving skills throughout childhood.

Parents can support prenatal brain health by including nutrient-rich foods such as eggs, leafy vegetables, and whole grains in their diets, alongside prenatal vitamins. Balanced nutrition combined with medical guidance ensures both mother and child thrive.

Understanding the connection between maternal diet and infant brain development emphasizes how small daily choices can have lasting benefits. Early nutritional support fosters stronger, healthier brains and gives babies a head start in learning and development.

01/21/2026

Resource alert

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01/07/2026

Elevate Counseling LLC extending a huge Thank You to Arielle Schwartz for providing so much valuable information this week on integrating somatics into EMDR and other therepeutic practices!!! Can't wait to implement all the new practices!

01/05/2026

The more you know...

12/18/2025

A great opportunity to invest in yourself

I’m launching a brand new workshop for women who have been wanting to explore somatic movement. If you’ve been curious, but are not yet ready to begin one on one sessions, this workshop series could be a good fit for you.

BODY TRUST SERIES

🌱 A DIFFERENT KIND OF STRENGTH 🌱
Not everyone needs to "crush it" at the gym.
Some bodies need movement to feel safe first, strong second.

BODY TRUST: Trauma-Informed Movement
Thursday 5:45-7pm | Indoor | Gentle | Real
10 weeks starting Jan 29�6 people max
Shoals Bodywork classroom�Movement as a way home to your body

🌿 What This Is:
* Gentle strength building + nervous system resiliency
* Permission to modify ANYTHING
* Explicit trauma-informed approach
* Options for every body, every history
* A space where your pace is the right pace

For: People healing from injury/trauma. Chronic pain warriors. Anyone who's been shamed in fitness spaces. Bodies that need a different approach.
Every body welcome. Every story honored. I meet you where you are.

✨ What Makes This Different:
* 75-minute sessions (more time, less rush)
* Small group of 6 means I see you
* Somatic + PT + trauma-informed training = unique approach
* Check-ins honor your nervous system
* Community of understanding and support

📅 Schedule: Jan 29 - April 2 (Thu 5:45-7pm)�📍 Location: Shoals Bodywork, Florence, AL�Indoor. Safe. Private.

💫 Investment:
Early Bird (pay by Jan 8): $435
* Pay in full $435, OR
* $100 deposit + $335 balance due Jan 15

Regular (Jan 9+): $450
* Full payment or 2-payment plan ($225 + $225)

What's Included:
* 75 minutes of trauma-informed guided movement
* Nervous system education that makes sense in your body
* Personalized modifications and attention
* Community that gets it
* Tools you can use when life feels like too much

🌱 One week break included�Deposits non-refundable. Balance due Jan 15.

If this resonates, I'd love to have you.
DM or comment 'HEAL' for the registration link. I'll answer any questions you have about whether this is right for you 💬

Thu 5:45-7pm starting Jan 29. Early Bird rate ends Jan 8. Six spots.