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Gray Matter Therapy is designed to therapeutically challenge norms & deconstruct mental health stigma

07/25/2026

Emotion regulation doesn’t mean feeling calm all the time.

It means being able to notice what is happening, respond in a way that fits the moment, and find your way back after stress.

Regulation might look like:
• naming what you feel • pausing before reacting • moving your body • asking for support • setting a boundary • letting yourself rest

The goal isn’t perfect calm. It’s greater flexibility, choice, and self-trust.

What helps you find your way back?

07/17/2026

Emotional safety can be quiet. Sometimes, it is the moment we realize we are no longer bracing for what comes next.

It might feel like an exhale, an honest answer, asking for what we need, or allowing ourselves to be known without preparing for rejection.

Which feels most like safety to you: feeling understood, validated, or cared for? 🩷

Source: Ruan et al. (2020). Emotion, 20(3), 329–342. https://doi.org/10.1037/emo0000650

07/10/2026

✨ Therapist Spotlight: Tony Pindral, Counseling Intern ✨

Tony’s passion for counseling grew from experiencing grief, chronic health challenges, and the impact that one supportive person can make. Today, he works alongside clients as they make space for difficult thoughts and emotions, discover new perspectives, and find the courage to navigate life’s challenges with compassion and curiosity.

07/05/2026

Whether this holiday weekend feels restful, busy, joyful, difficult, or brings a mix of emotions, we hope you find a moment to check in with yourself. 🩶

06/25/2026

✨ Therapist Spotlight: Kelly Baker Tyson, MS ✨

Kelly works with adults navigating identity, life transitions, relationships, grief, trauma, and cross-cultural experiences. She believes healing begins by making room for every part of your story. Her approach invites clients to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and meet their experiences with curiosity instead of judgment.

06/12/2026

Just a reminder that Lake County Pride Fest is next weekend on Saturday June 20th! 🌈

We’ll be at the Gray Matter Therapy booth with watercolor painting, tarot card readings, and plenty of opportunities to connect. 🎨🔮✨

Come say hello and celebrate Pride with us. 💛

📅 Saturday, June 20, 2026
📍 Round Lake Beach Cultural & Civic Center

See you soon!

06/05/2026

It can be tempting to judge ourselves for the ways we cope.

So, before labeling a behavior as good or bad, try getting curious.
- What need am I trying to meet?
- What feeling am I trying to move toward?
- What feeling am I trying to move away from?
 Awareness doesn’t always change what we do immediately; sometimes, it simply helps us understand ourselves a bit more clearly.

Sources:
Holahan et al. (2005). DOI: 10.1037/0022-006X.73.4.658

Hofmann & Hay (2018). DOI: 10.1016/j.janxdis.2018.03.004  

05/29/2026

We’re excited to be back at Lake County Pride Fest this year! 🌈

Stop by the Gray Matter Therapy booth to say hello, connect with our team, and join us in celebrating Pride.

We’ll also be bringing watercolor painting and doing tarot card readings. 🎨🔮✨

📅 Saturday, June 20, 2026 11 AM - 4 PM
📍 Round Lake Beach Cultural & Civic Center

We hope to see you there. 💛

05/22/2026

Gray Matter Therapy is hiring full-time clinicians!

At Gray Matter Therapy, we value diversity, inclusivity, and the unique perspectives each team member brings. We are committed to providing compassionate and culturally responsive care while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where clinicians can continue to grow both personally and professionally.

We believe in the importance of teamwork, authenticity, equity, and creating a space where both clients and clinicians feel respected, supported, and understood.

If you are passionate about inclusive, meaningful mental health care and want to be part of a practice rooted in community and collaboration, we would love to hear from you.

Full-time positions available:
$55–$75/hour depending on licensure and experience

Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

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05/15/2026

As the seasons change, many people notice shifts in mood, energy, motivation, and connection.

Research suggests that weather and environmental conditions can influence emotional experience, social engagement, and overall wellbeing. At the same time, wellbeing is more complex than external conditions alone.

Warmer weather may create more opportunities for movement, reflection, connection, hobbies, and reconnecting with yourself. For some people, this can also make summer feel like a meaningful time to begin therapy.

Mental health is not about feeling “good” only when conditions are perfect. Support matters during all seasons of life.

Sources:

Zhang & Li (2025)
DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2025.1553315

Lucas & Lawless (2013)
DOI: 10.1037/a0032124

CNBC Make It (2025)
“Why summer is actually the best time to start therapy”

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