Hopeful Hipo Wellness Therapy

07/19/2022

If you could build anything, what would it be and why?
I am often taken by surprise in play therapy sessions by what is built, how they built it, and why. May you take time to check in with your heart and mind by asking yourself the above question.
Draw it, imagine it, use some legos, or blocks to built it. Share it with someone trusted and safe.

May you take time to dream
May you take time to heal
May you take time to play

10/25/2021

You are not alone! It has been a rough few years in general and then when you add the blessing of a new role like parenting in the mix, well it feels unbearable at times. Here are some tips to help reduce burnout.

To become a parent is such a blessing. This new role of being a "mom" or "dad" is wonderful and full of adventures. This new role is also exhausting, stressful and there are moments where I feel incapable. When I also take into consideration the past few years and how these events have impacted pare...

07/07/2021

It takes awareness, acceptance, and willingness to practice the art of relaxation; and it is so worth it! 🙂 I love exploring and teaching children and parents how to relax and the importance of doing so. Guided body scans are one of my favorite ways to grow awareness and there are some kid friendly ones out there on apps and YouTube. There are so many health benefits when we practice relaxation techniques. When we establish healthy ways to slow down, we teach our mind and body a valuable lesson.

May you grow awareness of any tension in your body.

May you give yourself permission to practice ways to relax.

May you continue to learn the art of relaxation.

06/18/2021

There is beauty within you and around you! When I take a moment to be still and notice the colors and sounds around me, I become in awe of the beauty. It has been a learning experience to also accept the beauty within myself. I hope that you take moments to notice the beauty around you and within you. May it bring hope, delight, and goodness your way.

06/17/2021

What exactly are worried thoughts? I like to think of them as leeches or annoying bugs. Worries are unpleasant thoughts that are in our head and sometimes become stuck causing distress. It is normal to notice some worried thoughts. It becomes an issue when our worried thoughts get in the way of life and when they start to create unpleasant emotions more often and increase avoidance.
I want you to know that there is HOPE! If you notice the above happening to you, please go seek out wise professional counseling.