Essential Touchstones

06/05/2026

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Heath Gordon to the team at Essential Touchstones.

Dr. Gordon is a Licensed Psychologist and board-certified in Clinical Neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP), with more than 25 years of experience in mental health care. He specializes in neuropsychological evaluation and treatment for adults and older adults experiencing psychological and cognitive difficulties.

We’re excited to have his knowledge and expertise as part of the team. To learn more or schedule an appointment, give our office a call today.

📳 769-231-9414

06/04/2026

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Heath Gordon, a distinguished Licensed Psychologist and board-certified Clinical Neuropsychologist, has joined our team. With over 25 years of experience in mental health care, Dr. Gordon specializes in the neuropsychological evaluation and treatment of adults and older adults with psychological and cognitive difficulties. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Gordon provides independent consulting services, conducting forensic neuropsychological evaluations for attorneys, courts, and agencies in both civil and criminal cases. For more information, please call 7692319415.

05/28/2026

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re grateful to see Dr. Alyssa Killebrew featured in this important message from the Mississippi Department of Mental Health highlighting the mental health needs of Mississippi’s farming community.

Farmers carry so much responsibility while facing unique stressors and challenges that often go unseen. No one should have to navigate those struggles alone. Whether it’s leaning on friends, family, or mental health professionals, support matters.

05/14/2026

🌱 Ready to grow? Join us for a Personal Growth Intensive — a powerful weekend designed to help you reconnect with yourself, explore your story, and experience deep emotional healing in community.

This immersive experience is grounded in the action methods of psychodrama and facilitated by seasoned clinicians John Rasberry, LMFT, TEP, and Josh Myrick, MS, LPC. Whether you’re seeking clarity, closure, or a breakthrough, this group process will meet you where you are — no prior experience needed.

Over three days, you’ll engage in dynamic, experiential work that allows you to:

🔹 Gain insight into patterns that no longer serve you
🔹 Support and be supported by others on a similar path
🔹 Practice vulnerability, courage, and connection
🔹 Embrace meaningful change from the inside out

🗓️ Dates: July 24-26, 2026
📍 Location: Essential Touchstones – Ridgeland, MS
💵 Cost: $500
🕰️ Friday 6:30–8:30 | Saturday 12:00–6:00 | Sunday 10:00–4:00

Come as you are — and leave lighter, clearer, and more connected to your purpose.

To register head to 👉 https://essentialtouchstones.com/registration

05/08/2026

We are incredibly honored to have partnered with the City of Ridgeland, Mississippi Government and the Ridgeland Mayor’s Youth Council on the launch of the “WORTH A LISTEN” initiative. Seeing young people lead the conversation around mental health with such courage, compassion, and honesty is both powerful and deeply meaningful.

This project is more than a campaign — it’s a reminder to students everywhere that their voices matter, help is available, and they never have to struggle alone. We are grateful to stand alongside leaders, educators, families, and students who are committed to reducing stigma and creating real change in our communities.

05/05/2026

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming psychodrama training group. This training will focus on:

LEARNING HOW TO DIRECT INDIVIDUAL and GROUP SESSIONS USING PSYCHODRAMA and SOCIOMETRY

This experiential training is designed for clinicians who want to deepen their understanding and skill in applying psychodrama and sociometry in both individual and group settings. Whether you’re new to the method or looking to enhance your current practice, this weekend offers powerful tools for transformation, connection, and clinical effectiveness.

Training Schedule:

• Friday, June 12: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
• Saturday, June 13: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Sunday, June 14: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

This training provides a supportive space to learn through doing, observe live demonstrations, and participate in dynamic group processes. You’ll leave with practical frameworks you can immediately integrate into your therapeutic work.

Spots are limited, so we encourage early registration to secure your place.

To register visit https://essentialtouchstones.com/registration

We look forward to sharing this powerful weekend with you.

04/09/2026

Join us for our inaugural Pickleball Tournament at the Richland Courts. A fun experience for a worthy cause. $50 per team and both players receive a complimentary t-shirt.

May 22-25, 2026 Tanglewood | Lawrence, MS Register for Camp Register to Play Becoming Fertile Soil Growing Healing Through Grace: Where Farm Life Builds Therapeutic Foundation SEK's Mission Camp SEK offers a unique agricultural therapeutic model that combines the healing power of farm life with comp...

04/03/2026

Help us give a warm welcome to Dylan, the newest Licensed Professional Counselor at Killebrew Psychological Services & Essential Touchstones!

Dylan works with individuals and families facing:
✨ Anxiety
✨ Depression
✨ Grief & loss
✨ Trauma
✨ Relationship challenges

He takes a flexible, real-life approach to counseling—meeting clients where they are and helping them build a path forward that feels achievable and empowering.

Now accepting new clients!

04/02/2026

02/25/2026

New on the Blog from Essential Touchstones! ✨
Dr. Alyssa Killebrew breaks down the four main parenting styles, what they look like in real life, and what decades of developmental research tell us about how they impact our children.

From permissive to authoritative, this latest post explores:
✔️ Real-world parenting examples
✔️ Pros & cons of each style
✔️ The impact of yelling and power struggles
✔️ Why discipline should teach, not punish

Parenting doesn’t come with a manual—but understanding your approach can help you parent with more intention and less guilt.

📖 Click the link to read the full post:
https://essentialtouchstones.com/parenting-four-styles-real-world-examples-and-what-research-tells-us/