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International Self Care Day
Happy International Self Care Day! Today is all about taking are of your physical, emotional, and mental well being. Take some time today...
Jul 24, 20241 min read
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Taking Clients Tuesday! Meet James Sharkey, AMFT!
James Sharkey, AMFT is accepting new clients in Mission Valley for in person and virtual care. James is passionate about working with...
Jul 23, 20241 min read
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Congrats Abel Pena, LMFT of our Murrieta location!
Abel exemplifies our value of Positive and Hardworking and has won of our first weekly prize. He continues to maintain a positive...
Jul 22, 20241 min read
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Announcing our 52 week Core Values Peer Nomination Program for 2024-2025!
Each week we have a new Core Values Winner! Our current winner will nominate the next team membe who they feel is living a core value....
Jul 20, 20241 min read
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Now in network with Optum/United Healthcare
We are excited to announce we are now in network with Optum/United and accepting new patients! Accessibility to care is so important and...
Jul 19, 20241 min read
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Townhall Annoucements!
Townhall announcements! Today we did our all practice townhall meeting and we celebrated so many amazing things! From professional...
Jul 19, 20241 min read
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Don't Let Your Thoughts Control You
At Grow Through Life Counseling, we would be honored to walk alongside you on your mental health jourey. We have a team of exceptional...
Jul 19, 20241 min read
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(Re)phrasing is everything
When negative thoughts start to circulate, it is important to challenge them with positive ones. Rephrasing is everything. Here are some...
Jul 18, 20241 min read
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Befriending Your Anxiety
Anxiety often feels like an unwelcome guest, disrupting our peace and casting shadows over our daily lives. However, what if we could...
Jul 17, 20243 min read
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Taking Clients Tuesday! Meet Karen De Jesus, AMFT!
Karen De Jesus, AMFT is accepting new clients in La Mesa for in person care & via Telehealth. Karen loves working with youth and...
Jul 16, 20241 min read
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Jul 16, 20240 min read
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Divisive Politics and Mental Health in Families
In today's increasingly polarized world, political conversations can often lead to tension, especially within families. As a Marriage and...
Jul 13, 20242 min read
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Box Breathing Technique
Box breathing is a great tool for regulating your nervous system when you are feeling stressed or anxious. Here is how it works: Step 1,...
Jul 11, 20241 min read
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20 Creative Summer Ideas to Fight Boredom for Parents and Kids
Introduction Summer break is a wonderful time for families to bond, but it can also be challenging to keep the kids entertained without...
Jul 10, 20242 min read
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Taking Clients Tuesday! Meet Heather Burns, AMFT!
Heather Burns, AMFT is accepting new clients in Oceanside for in person & virtual care. Heather is passionate about supporting clients...
Jul 9, 20241 min read
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Must See! Inside Out 2
We had to wait a long time for this one! Once again, this is really a dream movie for psychotherapist chalk full of actual neuroscience...
Jul 8, 20241 min read
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Be a Kid Again Day!
Happy Be a Kid Again Day! Today is all about embracing your inner child. Take a break from adulting today to do something silly & fun!...
Jul 8, 20241 min read
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Mental Health Tips for an Election Year 2024
Election years can be particularly stressful and overwhelming. The constant barrage of political news, debates, and social media...
Jul 5, 20242 min read
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Now in Network with Optum & United
We are pleased to announce we are contracted to begin care for Optum and United Healthcare as in network providers in 2024! We believe it...
Jul 5, 20241 min read
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Congratulations to Kelly Ross, LPCC
Kelly Ross, LPCC has been promoted to our Clinical Leader of Murrieta beginning August 5th, 2024! Kelly has been a invaluable team member...
Jul 5, 20241 min read
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Happy 4th of July!
Wishing you and your loved ones a happy & safe 4th of July! 🇺🇲🎆🗽 #growthroughlifecounseling #independenceday #homeofthebrave
Jul 4, 20241 min read
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Taking Clients Tuesday! Meet Tayler Trotter, AMFT!
Tayler Trotter, AMFT is accepting new clients in Chula Vista for in person and virtual care. Tayler has a passion for working with teens...
Jul 2, 20241 min read
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Tips for Accessing Happiness Chemicals
Let's start off the week right! Here are some tips to access the happiness chemicals in your brain. Save these tools for a rainy day....
Jul 1, 20241 min read
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Temecula! Opening August 2024
We are pleased to announce our 9th location and lookng forward to serving more people and families in Riverside. This expansion will be...
Jun 28, 20241 min read
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