Mind Matters: Dr. Cathy E. Pickett Counseling

08/09/2026

08/09/2026

Let's take some time and reflect:

What challenged you this week?
What are you grateful for?
What are you trusting God with this week?

08/08/2026

🤗 "Healing isn't about becoming who you were before. It's about becoming who you need to be now." 🤗

Healing often includes:

Good days and difficult days.
Progress and setbacks.
Learning new coping skills.
Giving yourself grace during the process.

08/07/2026

Signs You're Emotionally Exhausted 😮‍💨

Feeling tired even after sleeping.
Losing motivation.
Becoming easily irritated.
Feeling numb or disconnected.
Difficulty concentrating.

Reminder:
Rest is productive, especially when your mind has been carrying a heavy load.

08/06/2026

💬 What question have you always wanted to ask a therapist?

Examples:

Is therapy only for people in crisis?
How do I know if therapy is working?
What happens during the first session?

08/05/2026

5 Healthy Boundaries Everyone Should Practice:

🤯 Saying "no" without guilt.
😮‍💨 Not feeling responsible for everyone else's happiness.
🤗 Protecting your peace.
🤭 Taking breaks without apologizing.
🫣 Limiting access to people who drain your energy.

08/04/2026

"Have you ever mistaken anxiety for stress?"

Stress usually has an identifiable cause.
Anxiety can continue even after the stressor is gone.
Both deserve attention when they begin interfering with daily life.

08/03/2026

💙 What is one word that describes how you're feeling today?

07/30/2026

I want to hear from you! 💙

Many people have questions about therapy but never ask.

So today, I’m opening the conversation:

“What is something you have always wanted to ask a therapist?”

Examples:

❓How do I know if I need therapy?
❓What happens during the first session?
❓Can therapy really help me change?

Drop your questions below. No judgment. Just conversation.

07/29/2026

✨ Therapist Tip Wednesday ✨

You do not have to react to every emotion you feel.

A feeling is a message — not always a command.

Before responding:

1️⃣ Pause
2️⃣ Take a breath
3️⃣ Identify the emotion
4️⃣ Choose your response

Emotional regulation is a skill that can be learned.