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The Pressure of Perfection: Mental Health and the Olympics

I recently texted a friend that during the Olympics I was pretty worthless to the world around me, as I spent so much time laying on my...

Sunshine Stress: Navigating the Mental Health Challenges of Summer

Summer is synonymous with long days, abundant sunshine, and a general sense of vitality. While sunlight has many positive effects, such...

Navigating Emotional Fatigue

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to become overwhelmed and emotionally drained. Whether it's due to work demands, family...

Timber Creek Counseling Promotes Stephanie Germain, LPC, to Associate Director

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Timber Creek Counseling Promotes Stephanie Germain, LPC, to Associate Director [Chelsea, 02/05/2024] — Timber Creek...

New Year, New Habits: 3 Tips for Building a Healthy Routine in 2024

As we step into a new year, many of us find ourselves setting resolutions and goals to create positive changes in our lives. One powerful...

Embracing the Chill: 6 Tips for Nurturing Your Mental Health During Colder Weather

As the temperature drops and daylight dwindles, many of us find ourselves navigating the challenges that come with colder weather. The...

How Therapy Works Part 3: The Client's Role

Intro As has hopefully been established by now throughout this series, a positive therapy experience is dependent on multiple variables. ...

Embracing Self-Compassion During the Back to School Season

The back-to-school season is undoubtedly one of the busiest times of the year for many individuals. Whether you're a student, parent,...

When It Feels Like There Isn’t Enough Time

As a therapist, a common issue I see is the feeling of being overwhelmed with the busyness of life. Careers, intimate relationships,...

Embracing the Summer Rhythms: Nurturing Health and Well-being

As the summer season arrives, it brings with it longer days, warmer weather, and a sense of rejuvenation. However, with the change in...

Financial Policy Changes

RE: Financial Policy Changes Hello, We are honored you have chosen Timber Creek Counseling to provide you with high quality mental health...

Finding Healing and Growth: Introducing Our Counseling Services in Ann Arbor, Michigan

We are thrilled to announce the expansion of our therapy practice to the vibrant and welcoming community of Ann Arbor, Michigan. As...

Can Therapy Help My Anxiety?

Anxiety is a common mental health disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It can manifest in various forms, such as...

Timber Creek Awarded Best of Washtenaw County

We are thrilled to announce Timber Creek Counseling was selected as a Best of Washtenaw County in the category "Family Mental Health &...

How Therapy Works: The Therapist's Job

I love a good story. One of my favorite pastimes is sitting down with a good book, movie, or TV show, and in doing so have come to the...

How Therapy Works: Finding a Therapist

Introduction The prospect of beginning therapy can be a daunting one. Admitting that there are problems in your life, behavior, and/or...

Just Another Gratitude Post (Pt 2)

Our Executive Director reached out to me, asking if I could write a blog post around Thanksgiving. I threw back the idea, how about one...

Sunk Costs

A few days ago Andrew and I started watching a movie on Netflix. It had a decent trailer and we were excited about the divergence from...

A Pitch {Cue the Cringe}

I’m going to make a pitch to you. Please know that I hate making pitches; I’d rather give you some information and let you decide on your...

What to do with Painful Thoughts and Feelings

How we react to painful thoughts and feelings will be one of the most defining aspects of how we live our lives. For the past few months,...