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Living Lotus Counseling, PLLC

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05/21/2026

Life gets busy, but prioritizing your mental health can still fit into your daily routine. 💻✨

Teletherapy and virtual counseling offer a convenient, effective way to access support wherever you are.
Benefits of teletherapy include:

• Scheduling Flexibility
• Expanded access to specialized care, including for rural and underserved communities
• Accessible and convenient
• Comfort and ease from your own space
• Proven effectiveness
• A therapy experience many adolescents and teens feel comfortable with

Virtual therapy makes it easier to integrate counseling into your everyday life, whether that means a session from home, the office, college, or while traveling.
Whether you choose in-person or virtual sessions, we are committed to helping you grow, heal, and thrive. 🌿

Please note: Clients must be in North Carolina during the session to receive virtual therapy services through Living Lotus Counseling.

05/20/2026

It's Mental Wellness Wednesday and a reminder to step outside and soak up a little morning sunlight. ☀️

Getting natural light in the morning – even 5 to 30 minutes – can have powerful mental health benefits and help your body feel more balanced throughout the day.

Here’s how sunlight supports wellness:
• Boosts serotonin, the brain chemical linked to improved mood, calmness, and focus
• Helps regulate cortisol, the body’s stress hormone
• Supports healthy Vitamin D production, which plays an important role in mental and physical health
• Supports melatonin production later in the day to help keep your sleep-wake cycle in sync

A few reminders:
• Never look directly at the sun.
• Brief morning light exposure without sunglasses can be helpful, but if you’ll be outside longer than about 15 minutes, wear sunscreen to protect your skin
• Talk with your healthcare provider if you have concerns about sunlight exposure or Vitamin D levels

Small daily habits can make a meaningful difference for your mental health and wellness.

05/13/2026

It’s Mental Wellness Wednesday.✨

Did you know adults spend over 90% of their time indoors? Stepping outside, even for 10-20 minutes, can significantly lower stress, boost mood, and improve focus.

🪴 Nature has a powerful way of grounding us. From reducing cortisol levels to easing anxiety and emotional exhaustion, time outdoors isn’t just refreshing. It is essential.

✨ Try a little “forest bathing” today:
• Tune in to your senses: listen to birds, notice scents, feel the breeze
• Appreciate the small things: a park bench, a garden, a shady tree
• Bring the outdoors in with plants or fresh air
• Create “no-phone” moments and truly unplug
• Let loved ones know you are taking intentional time for yourself
• Slow down and find beauty in every step
Your mind deserves a breath of fresh air 🌱

05/10/2026

Today, we honor and celebrate mothers and all who are mother figures to others.

We also recognize that this day can be complicated and bring a mix of emotions ranging from joy and gratitude to grief, loss, strained relationships, or reflection on what was missing.

Whatever today holds for you, move through it care and compassion for yourself. Honor your needs, set boundaries, honor your feelings, and seek support if you need it.🫶

05/07/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

It is also an important reminder: working with a real licensed mental health professional matters.

While AI and wellness apps can be helpful tools, they are not a substitute for clinical care. Licensed therapists are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions and to adapt that care in real time based on your needs.

They are also bound by strict ethical standards and confidentiality laws, ensuring your care is both safe and personalized.

Whether you choose in-person or virtual therapy, connecting with a licensed clinician is the safest and most effective way to support your mental health.

05/04/2026

Have you heard that squats improve brain health?? Squats increase cerebral blood flow and enhance cognitive functions (memory, focus and executive functioning). Squats increase the production of brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDFN), a protein that promotes the growth of and survival of new neurons. Squats reduce mental fatigue. Just one to three minutes of squats can counteract the cognitive fog associated with prolonged sitting. Squats trigger the release of endorphins and regulate serotonin and dopamine. This reduces stress and boosts your mood! Try taking small breaks in your day to do a few squats. Hold a baby, a dumbbell, a heavy book or even do this with just your body weight. What do you think? Does this help your mood?

04/12/2026

Tuesday Tips from Brandee Starling, LCMHC...

04/11/2026

The Living Lotus Counseling team all together in the same room! What a great group of women who work hard to help our communities be healthier and happier.
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03/13/2026

Happy spring everyone! It is a great time to work with a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist to set new goals and grow into the life you want to create. Reach out to schedule an appointment with Brandee Starling. 🌸🌱🌳🌺

03/07/2026

Brandee is sporting our new sweatshirts!
Her dog, Charlie approves 😃🩷 Swipe to see the back.

02/26/2026

Perimenopause can be a challenging time in a woman’s life…so many changes both physically and in life. Counseling can be a great way to process emotions and get support. Reach out to us 🩷

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