Whole Counseling and Wellness

08/25/2026

Whole Counseling and Wellness FREE support groups are BACK for Fall & Winter!

I’m so excited to bring back two free support groups for moms in partnership with Gilbert's Coffee Bar. If you’ve been looking for connection, community, and a space to talk about the real stuff of motherhood, I’d love for you to join us.

Whole Mama Collective
Finding Support & Wellness in Early Motherhood
A welcoming space for moms to connect, share experiences, and build community. Babies and children are welcome.
RSVP: https://forms.gle/b6RpiuxuYBo5iq4g8

Careers & “Momming”
A support group for moms balancing careers, motherhood, and everything in between.
Come connect with other moms who understand the juggle and create space for honest conversation, support, and connection.
RSVP: https://forms.gle/gJxRaUwZzyxrdAiq8

Both groups are FREE and sponsored by Gilbert's Coffee Bar & Whole Counseling and Wellness

You don’t have to do motherhood alone. Come find your people this fall!

08/18/2026

Groups are BACK for Fall & Winter!

I’m so excited to bring back two free support groups for moms in partnership with Gilbert's Coffee Bar. If you’ve been looking for connection, community, and a space to talk about the real stuff of motherhood, I’d love for you to join us.

Whole Mama Collective
Finding Support & Wellness in Early Motherhood

A welcoming space for moms to connect, share experiences, and build community. Babies and children are welcome.

RSVP: https://forms.gle/b6RpiuxuYBo5iq4g8

Careers & “Momming”
A support group for moms balancing careers, motherhood, and everything in between.

Come connect with other moms who understand the juggle and create space for honest conversation, support, and connection.

RSVP: https://forms.gle/gJxRaUwZzyxrdAiq8

Both groups are FREE and sponsored by Gilbert's Coffee Bar & Whole Counseling and Wellness

You don’t have to do motherhood alone. Come find your people this fall!

05/26/2026

3 days left to vote for our practice! You can vote once daily 🤍

Being recognized by the community we care so deeply about is truly meaningful to us. We’re honored to share that Whole Counseling and Wellness has been nominated for Best Counseling Center in the 2026 Treasure Coast Community’s Choice Awards.This nomination reflects the trust our clients place i...

05/24/2026

We’re honored and grateful! Whole Counseling and Wellness has been nominated for Best Counseling Center in the 2026 Treasure Coast Community’s Choice Awards! This recognition means so much because it comes from the community we serve. Thank you to our clients, families, and supporters who trust us to provide compassionate care for women, mothers, and families.

Read more about the nomination and our mission: https://wix.to/idjy2uK

Being recognized by the community we care so deeply about is truly meaningful to us. We’re honored to share that Whole Counseling and Wellness has been nominated for Best Counseling Center in the 2026 Treasure Coast Community’s Choice Awards.This nomination reflects the trust our clients place i...

03/24/2026

There’s a part of motherhood that doesn’t get talked about enough…

The part where you love your baby deeply,
and still feel overwhelmed by thoughts you didn’t choose.

If you’ve ever found yourself asking,
“Why am I thinking this?”
or quietly carrying guilt or fear because of it…

I want you to hear this clearly:
Nothing is wrong with you.

Intrusive thoughts are something many mothers experience, and they are treatable with the right support and understanding.

That’s exactly why I created this.
A guide for mothers navigating intrusive thoughts, designed to help you make sense of what’s happening in your mind and respond with more clarity and compassion.

You can purchase the guide on its own,
or join the workshop where we walk through it together and go deeper into support and tools.

You don’t have to sit with this alone.
Support is here. 🤍

Links in bio or DM to learn more!

03/16/2026

Intrusive thoughts in motherhood can feel deeply frightening.

Many mothers quietly wonder:
Why would I think something like that?
Does this mean something is wrong with me?
What if I lose control?

These experiences can feel isolating, and many women begin to believe something must be wrong with them.
In reality, intrusive thoughts are far more common during the transition into motherhood than most mothers realize.

The maternal brain becomes highly alert to potential danger as part of its natural protective system. Sometimes that system becomes overactive, leading to thoughts that feel distressing—even though they do not reflect your intentions, values, or character.

Understanding why these thoughts happen can bring enormous relief.

In this 90-minute virtual workshop, we will explore:
• why intrusive thoughts occur in motherhood
• how the maternal brain responds to perceived danger
• how anxiety can reinforce intrusive thoughts
• practical strategies to calm the nervous system
• compassionate ways to respond when these thoughts appear

🗓 April 2
⏰ 6–7:30 PM EST
💻 Virtual workshop
🎥 Recording available

If this topic resonates with you, comment SUPPORT and I’ll send you the registration link.

You can also reserve your spot through the link in my bio.

You are not alone in these experiences, and support is available.

— Dr. Ellen Chance
Whole Counseling & Wellness

03/16/2026

Struggling with intrusive or unwanted thoughts in motherhood?

Our new Intrusive Thoughts in Motherhood Guidebook offers a compassionate, evidence-based 5-part workbook to help you understand what’s happening and learn practical tools for grounding, nervous system regulation, and self-compassion.

Digital PDF — immediate download. Learn more and get your copy: https://wix.to/VU5LMVZ