Mindful Path Counseling & Wellness

Scan to register for tonight’s online grief yoga class guided by Clarissa. Starts at 7, cameras on or off, no yoga experience needed. You’ll feel better afterwards, just saying! 😉

Help your mind and body ease into new seasons of life with these calming yoga poses:

🦋 Butterfly Pose: Sit with feet together and gently flap your knees. Opens the hips and encourages relaxation.

🏔️ Mountain Pose: Stand tall with feet together, arms by your sides, and take deep breaths. Promotes grounding and confidence.

🦁 Lotus Pose: Sit comfortably, inhale deeply, then exhale with a roar while sticking out your tongue. Releases tension and helps express feelings.

Incorporate these poses to help yourself find balance and calm in the seasons of life!🌟

🌟 Welcome to the Mindful Path team Jessica!🌟

We’re thrilled to introduce our newest member, whose passion for counseling and personal growth drives their work. Specializing in anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, childhood trauma, postpartum anxiety, life transitions, LGBTQIA concerns, and more, they bring expertise in Person-Centered Therapy, CBT, DBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, and creative approaches like Art Therapy and Play Therapy.

In their free time, they love cross-stitching, crochet, reading, and spending time with family and their Bassett Hound, Lucy. We’re excited for the positive impact they’ll bring! 💖

Learn more about Jessica at the link in our bio!

🌟 Ground Yourself with the 5-4-3-2-1 Technique 🌟

Feeling overwhelmed? Try this quick grounding exercise to bring yourself back to the present moment:

1️⃣ 5 Things You Can See - Notice your surroundings.
2️⃣ 4 Things You Can Touch - Feel textures or surfaces.
3️⃣ 3 Things You Can Hear - Tune into the sounds around you.
4️⃣ 2 Things You Can Smell - Identify any scents.
5️⃣ 1 Thing You Can Taste - Focus on the flavor in your mouth.

By engaging your senses, you can ease anxiety and reconnect with the present moment. Take a deep breath and reset anytime you need to🧡

The practice of Yoga nidra builds resilience and rest-oration in your self-care routine. Give it a try!

You can find Yoga Nidra at your local yoga studios, online on Youtube, or meditation apps. 🧘🏻‍♀️✨

Heart-Opening Poses for Self-Esteem & Healing

Incorporate heart-opening poses like Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) into sessions designed to build self-esteem and address loneliness or heartbreak. These poses:

💖 Release Emotional Tension – Alleviate stress and open your heart to healing.
🌸 Foster Compassion – Cultivate a deeper connection with yourself and others.
✨ Promote Self-Love – Strengthen your sense of self-worth and inner confidence.

Integrate these poses into your practice to support emotional well-being and nurture a loving, resilient self. 🌿

Struggling with conflicts in your relationship? Discover how ‘softened start-ups’ can help you address issues respectfully and effectively. 💬✨

Read our latest blog in our bio to learn techniques for transforming heated discussions into opportunities for growth and understanding.

🧘‍♀️ 3 Yoga Poses for Mind-Body Connection 🧘‍♂️

Strengthen your mind-body connection with these three powerful yoga poses:

1. Tree Pose (Vrksasana) – Enhance focus and balance while drawing strength from your roots.

2. Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II) – Build confidence and alignment, embracing your inner strength.

3. Child’s Pose (Balasana) – Ground yourself and release tension with this calming pose.

Incorporate these poses into your practice to deepen your self-awareness and achieve inner harmony. 🌿

🌿 New Blog Alert: Healing the Nervous System 🌿

Unlock the power of a well-regulated nervous system for your mental, emotional, and physical health. Our latest blog dives into how our left-brain culture often disconnects us from our body’s wisdom, leading to anxiety, anger, and depression.

Discover how breath and yoga can repattern the nervous system, breaking negative beliefs and fostering resilience. Take control of your life and become resilient in the face of challenges.

Ready to start your healing journey? Reach out for a free 10-minute phone consultation. 🌸

Feeling valued by your partner can buffer conflict. Positive Sentiment Override—seeing actions in a positive light—builds trust and closeness. As Max Planck said, “When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.”

Think of your relationship as an emotional bank account. Deposits of trust and understanding help navigate tough times.

Read more in our latest blog in the link in our bio!💖✨

As summer break begins, parents and caregivers face the challenge of supporting their teenagers through disrupted routines, increased isolation, and social media pressures. 🌞📱 Guiding your teen with practical strategies can help them thrive during these months!

Read more on our latest blog 💻 link in bio!

Summer Break Teens and Parents Mental Health.

In this 2-hour Grief Yoga® Workshop, you will experience the Compassionate Cycle of Transformation through gentle movement in the body. No yoga experience is necessary to benefit.

The class begins with introductions, followed by a one-hour Grief Yoga® session. We conclude with some Q&A and group processing. Grief Yoga® can be profoundly healing and transformative, especially if you are struggling with emotional suppression and/or grief and loss.

During the workshop, you will:

- Experience emotional releases and a connection to compassion
- Explore the components of the Cycle of Compassionate Transformation
- Learn how this cycle can transform pain into love
- Discover techniques to connect to more empowerment and love in your daily life

Join us Sunday, May 19th from 1pm to 3pm for this life-changing workshop! Go to our website to find more information.

Our Summer Retreat for therapists, yogi's, healers, teachers, anyone that needs to RECHARGE, Inspired Awareness: Connecting Back to YOU is just under 2 months away. We only have 8 spots left out of 15!

Here's what you'll experience:

🏔 Visit the sites that inspired Georgia O'Keeffe's artwork. See her gorgeous paintings come to life!

🧘‍♀️ Connect back to your SELF with gentle yoga, meditation, nightly Sound Baths, and learning about your nurturing & "grinding" parts (Internal Family Systems)

🐴 Enjoy ranch activities like horseback riding, hiking, Georgia O'Keefe tours, kayaking on Lake Abiquiu, and more.

🤝 Connect with others in the healing professions. VIBE with your TRIBE!

🥗 Nurture your body from the inside out with delicious healthy meals, movement, and Spa Treatments at Oja Caliente's famous natural mineral spa.
🌟 Licensed Mental Health Professionals in Texas will get 14 CEs

When is this taking place?
🗓 June 9-14, 2024
🏷 Early Bird Registration is $995 until May 5th

👉 Register here: https://compassionworks.com/inspired-awareness-2024/

💻 Connect with us on a Connect Call to learn more and have a live Q&A with your hosts Mark LoPalo and Tricia Gagnon. Join us! https://calendly.com/tricia-gagnon/inspired-awareness-2024-retreat?month=2024-04

The teenage years aren't easy and you're not alone when navigating them! Read our latest blog by our clinician, Dusty Vigil, LPC.

She gives you 5 strategies to foster a meaningful connection with the teen in your life.

Here's a sneak peak:

1. Listen and Embrace Silence
2. Be Open and Authentic
3. Acknowledge Their Feelings
4. Choose the Right Setting
5. Leverage Existing Resources

Read more here www.mindfulpathdfw.com/building-strong-connections-with-teens-a-quick-guide-for-parents/

Don't give up in the face of adversity, instead pay attention to your response...trust the process on your path 👣

At Mindful Path, we're here to help guide you on your path toward healing in this journey of life and the human experience.

Reach out for a free consultation and if you need to speak with someone about your journey

📞 (469) 686-9911
💻 www.Mindfulpathdfw.com

Join us tonight and receive $50 off your registration for our summer retreat, Inspired Awareness: Connecting Back to YOU!

https://calendly.com/tricia-gagnon/inspired-awareness-2024-retreat?month=2024-04&date=2024-04-11

We’re expanding our practice and looking for both Associate Therapists and Licensed Professionals to join us!🌟

Come work for a holistic-based psychotherapy practice where you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference. Whether you’re seeking full-time or part-time positions, we’ve got options for you.
We also offer support for those working towards EMDR certification, including free group consultations as a bonus! 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

Join a team that values supportive peer consultation and fosters strong connections.

DM us or email [email protected] to learn more!

We're expanding our practice and are on the lookout for both Associate Therapists and Licensed Professionals to join our holistic-based psychotherapy team at Mindful Path Counseling & Wellness.

- Whether you're seeking full-time or part-time positions, we have opportunities for you to grow and thrive.💼
- Plus, as a bonus, we offer support for those working towards EMDR certification, including free group consultations!👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

At our practice, we value supportive peer consultation and fostering strong team connections. If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be a part of our supportive community, reach out to us today for more information.

Email [email protected]!

The new year often comes with the need to create new commitments and new habits. Maintaining these new things can eventually fall off.

It's common to fall into this yearly trap...but there is a way to shift your perception toward change and have compassion on yourself during the process.

Read more about what helps navigate this change on our latest blog:

https://www.mindfulpathdfw.com/how-do-you-feel-about-change/

Exploring the journey to inner healing in our latest blog, 'Healing from the Inside Out.' Written by Mark LoPalo, it's a guide on using techniques to regulate our nervous system and becoming responsible for the outcomes of our lives instead of victims of circumstances.

Read more here:
www.mindfulpathdfw.com/healing-from-the-inside-out/

Welcome our newest team member, Dusty! 👋

Dusty has a wealth of experience working with teens, their families, and adults using EMDR & CBT for recovery, PTSD, anxiety, and depression.

She works with adolescents 13+. Her approach is collaborative, integrative, and supportive.

Learn more by visiting our website!
www.mindfulpathdfw.com/dusty/

Lots of fun and silliness was had at our MIndful Path Holiday party. Food, gifts, games, and laughter. So very grateful for our amazing team!! ❤️

🎄✨ Engaging our teens in the holiday spirit! Check out these fantastic tips from our latest blog, on how to make this season memorable for the whole family. 🤗

www.mindfulpathdfw.com/engaging-your-teens-in-the-holidays/

Deep within our bodies, hidden stories reside – stories of strength, resilience, and healing. 🧠💓 Explore the enigmatic connection between the body and the mind in our latest blog post, 'Is Trauma Stored in the Body?'

Discover how understanding this connection can be a powerful tool on the path to healing. 🌱✨ Read it now: www.mindfulpathdfw.com/is-trauma-stored-in-the-body/

🐴✨ Join us on November 11th for a transformative Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy Workshop! 🌟 Discover the profound healing power of EFP and embark on a journey towards inner well-being. 🌼 Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the unique bond between humans and horses.

📆 Save the date: 11/11
🌿 Early Bird Discount: Register by 11/3 for $20 off!
💡 Learn, grow, and heal with us.

Secure your spot today by registering through Venmo at www.venmo.com/u/mindfulpathdfw. 🐾🌈

🌞 Start your Saturdays stress-free! 🌿 Discover the secrets to a serene morning routine in our latest blog post - "5 Steps for a Stress-Free Morning." ☕✨

https://www.mindfulpathdfw.com/5-steps-for-a-stress-free-morning/

From peaceful meditation to energizing stretches, we've got you covered with simple yet effective tips to set the tone for a calm and productive day. 🧘‍♀️☀️

Say goodbye to hectic mornings and hello to tranquility. Dive into our blog and let's make your weekends a whole lot more relaxing! 💆‍♂️💕

Happy weekend!

🧘‍♀️ Join us on a journey to inner peace and tranquility with our brand new Yoga for Anxiety classes led by one of our amazing therapists, Clarissa Wicklund! 🌿✨

Life can get overwhelming, but we believe that yoga can be a powerful tool to help you find your calm amidst the chaos. 🌟 Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this class is designed to guide you towards a more centered and balanced state of mind.

🕊️ Let's take a moment to breathe, release tension, and cultivate mindfulness together. 🧘‍♂️✨

📅 Date: October 5th to November 9th
⏰ Time: Thursdays, from 7:30-8:30 pm CST
📍 Location: Online

Don't miss out on this opportunity to nurture your mental well-being and find your inner strength.

Email Clarissa at [email protected] to reserve your spot today! 💚

Did you know that regularly practicing gentle movements of our body throughout the day can make more of an impact on our overall health and well-being than a rigorous hour-long workout once a week?

🪑 Chair yoga is a great and accessible way for all of us to incorporate yoga into our daily routine.

💻 Read our recent blog, an addition to our previous one about a 10-minute chair yoga routine

Click the link below to read more!
https://www.mindfulpathdfw.com/an-easy-10-minute-chair-yoga-practice/

Have you ever thought "Yoga is not for me", "I'm not flexible, so I can't do it", or "It's too late"? 💭

Read our latest blog and learn how all of these statements are absolute myths and how yoga can be a practice for everyone 🧘‍♀️

💻 Click the link below to read

www.mindfulpathdfw.com/overcoming-3-myths-of-daily-yoga/

Want to learn more about IFS through direct experience?

Mark & Tricia have exciting & restorative activities planned to help you cultivate Self-energy through yoga & meditation, nature, and horses 🐴 at our weekend retreat in North Texas (only 1.5 hours away from DFW).

Befriend your parts and learn strategies and pathways back to “Self” as a resource for your healing and your clients’ healing.

Receive $50 off 🎉 registration when you sign up for our discovery call this Thursday at 7pm!

www.mindfulpathdfw.com/pathways-to-self-an-ifs-informed-retreat