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I’m Andrea Walcott, therapist and owner of Gaining Ground Therapy in Mitchell, SD. Here you'll find tools and encouragement for creating meaningful change!

gaininggroundtherapy.com Licensed in SD and MI

10/30/2026

👻 Forget ghosts. THIS is what really haunts therapists! 🎃😂

10/29/2026

🧠 TOO MUCH ON YOUR MIND? YOU DON'T HAVE TO HANDLE IT ALL TODAY.

Deadlines. Relationships. Responsibilities. And a mind that just won't slow down. 😮💨

When everything feels overwhelming, try these 4 small steps:

🌿 PAUSE: Take one slow, comfortable breath.

🌱 GROUND YOURSELF: Notice 3 things around you.

💚 SET BOUNDARIES: It's okay to say ""not right now.""

✨ TAKE ONE STEP: Focus on what's manageable today.

At Gaining Ground Therapy, we believe meaningful progress can begin with small, compassionate steps.

You don't have to figure everything out. Just focus on your next step. 💚

📌 Save this for the days when life feels like too much.

🌐 gaininggroundtherapy.com
📞 605-215-1235
📍 Mitchell, SD | Virtual Across South Dakota

10/28/2026

WHAT IF YOUR PAST DIDN'T HAVE TO FEEL SO HEAVY?💔

Some experiences don't just stay in our memories. They can affect how we think, feel, and navigate everyday life.

But your past doesn't have to define your future. 🌿

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that can help reduce the emotional distress connected to traumatic memories.

✨ Healing doesn't mean forgetting what happened. It means finding a way forward.

At Gaining Ground Therapy, we offer compassionate, personalized support to help you process difficult experiences at your own pace.

💚 Your story is still being written.

Ready to explore whether EMDR therapy is right for you?

📞 605-215-1235
🌐 gaininggroundtherapy.com
📍 Mitchell, SD | Virtual Therapy Across South Dakota

10/26/2026

💚 THINKING ABOUT THERAPY BUT DON'T KNOW WHERE TO START? 🌿

"What if I don't know what to say?"
"What if I get emotional?"
"What if my problems aren't serious enough?"

Sound familiar? You're not alone.

Here's the truth: Your first therapy session isn't a test. ✨

You don't need the perfect words, a plan, or all the answers.

At Gaining Ground Therapy, sessions are approximately 55 minutes and typically begin weekly, adjusting as you make progress.

✨ You don't have to have everything figured out to take the first step.

📍 In-Person: 1510 W Havens, Mitchell, SD
💻 Virtual Therapy: Across South Dakota

📞 605-215-1235
🌐 gaininggroundtherapy.com
📧 [email protected]

💚 Ready to take the first step? Reach out today to schedule your intake session.

10/23/2026

🧠 TRAUMA DOESN'T ALWAYS LOOK LIKE WHAT YOU THINK. 💚

Ever wonder why certain situations make you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally drained, even when everything seems fine?

Sometimes, past experiences can affect how we respond to the present.

🌿 Overthinking every conversation.
🌿 Struggling to trust others.
🌿 Feeling constantly on edge.
🌿 Saying "I'm fine" when you're not.
🌿 Shutting down when emotions feel too heavy.

Sound familiar? You're not alone.

These feelings can have many causes. Sometimes, they're connected to difficult past experiences that deserve understanding and support

At Gaining Ground Therapy, we offer compassionate, trauma-informed support using approaches like EMDR and TF-CBT to help you process difficult experiences and develop healthier ways of coping.

💚 Your past may shape your story, but it doesn't have to define your future.

✨ You deserve to feel heard, understood, and supported.

📌 Save this reminder or share it with someone who may need it.

🌐 gaininggroundtherapy.com
📞 605-215-1235
📍 Mitchell, SD | Virtual Therapy Across South Dakota

10/20/2026

🌱 YOU'RE NOT BEHIND. YOU'RE BECOMING. 💚

Everyone seems to have life figured out... except you?

Your friends are graduating, landing dream jobs, or hitting major milestones while you're still figuring out your next step.

Here's your reminder: Life isn't a race. ✨

🌿 Your journey doesn't need to look like anyone else's.
🌿 It's okay to change direction.
🌿 Growth takes time, and so does healing.
🌿 You don't need all the answers right now.

At Gaining Ground Therapy, we believe progress isn't about keeping up with others. It's about finding your own path, one step at a time.

💚 You're not falling behind. You're growing at your own pace.

📌 Save this reminder for the days when comparison gets loud.

🌐 gaininggroundtherapy.com
📍 Mitchell, SD | Virtual Therapy Across South Dakota

10/15/2026

These are on my Instagram already, and thought I would share here too!

SOCIAL MEDIA DISCLAIMERS‼️

This page is a space for connection, support, and sharing information about mental health and what's happening at Gaining Ground Therapy. With that, there are a few important things I'd like everyone to know!

🤎 NOT THERAPY

The content shared here is intended for informational and educational purposes only. While I hope you find it helpful, it is not a substitute for individualized therapy, professional mental health advice, or treatment. Following this page, commenting, or exchanging messages does not establish a therapeutic relationship.

🔒 PRIVACY MATTERS

Social media is not a confidential or secure way to communicate about mental health concerns or treatment. Please avoid sharing personal or sensitive information in comments or direct messages.

For your privacy, I encourage you to reach out through my website or contact the office directly rather than discussing personal matters on social media.

Please also be aware that individuals assisting with social media management may have access to certain interactions, comments, or messages.

🌱 CRISIS SUPPORT

This page is not monitored for emergencies and should never be used to seek immediate mental health support.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call or text 988 for support. If you are in immediate danger or experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911.

👤 BOUNDARIES

To maintain appropriate professional boundaries and protect the therapeutic relationship, I do not send or accept friend/follow requests involving personal social media accounts from current or potential clients.

You're welcome to follow and interact with Gaining Ground Therapy's public business pages! However, I encourage you to consider your privacy before engaging, as likes, comments, and other interactions may be visible to others.

To protect client confidentiality, I will not confirm or deny whether someone is a current or former client of Gaining Ground Therapy through social media.

I'm glad you're here, and I appreciate you taking the time to read through these! 🤎

10/05/2026

You deserve some of your own time and energy, too.

Address

1510 W Havens Avenue
Mitchell, SD
57301

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 12:30pm
	1:30pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 12:30pm
	1:30pm - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 10am
	12pm - 2pm

Telephone

+16052151235

Website

http://www.gaininggroundtherapy.com/

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