Stay Golden Therapy

Counselors and marriage and family therapists make up about 40% of the licensed behavioral health workforce in the United States. We are are covered by all other insurance providers, both public and private, EXCEPT from Medicare. Being shut out of the largest insurer in the country, prevents those on Medicare from accessing sufficient mental health treatment.
Get involved at https://www.aamft.org/advocacy/actionweek

I put myself through grad school with a part-time job at a dealership. It was a unique world to work in while learning to be a therapist. They worked with me every step of my program and even after I graduated. I was always a different experience everyday. I never thought I'd drive a supercar (see last image), yet now I can say I have, which blows my mind.
Today I put in my 2 weeks notice and it's bittersweet. I'm beyond excited to grow my private practice, but sad I won't see the amazing people here on a daily basis. Change is so scary, but I know I have people in my life supported me every step of the way.

As mental health loses its taboo status, I've noticed people are still confused with what therapy is and if they need it. While we don't have to be in the middle of a huge crisis to get therapy, my new post explored why we might need therapy. https://www.staygoldentherapy.com/post/do-i-need-therapy

In celebration of National Pet Day Meet my two dogs. Izzy is my 10.5 year old Great Dane. She loves sunbathing and taking over the whole couch at the most opportune moments.
Molly is my Pomeranian. She will be 10 in September. She loves playing with her toy dragon (which is bigger than her) and cuddles.
Follow the link in my bio to read my blog post about the benefits of owning a pet.

Premarital counseling doesn't mean something is wrong with your relationship. It ensure couples has the important conversation and learn helpful tools before they say "I do!"

Click the link to learn more about premarital counseling
https://www.staygoldentherapy.com/post/what-is-pre-marital-counseling

Explore how anger can be expressed in healthy ways.
https://www.staygoldentherapy.com/post/five-qualities-of-healthy-anger

As a self employed therapist, it's easy to forget to take time off. Having been well over a year, I finally got the chance to get away and relax with my partner.
Not only that, we had a fun mini photo shoot while up there.

Time and time again, I have new clients reach out and share they’ve never been to therapy. Since they’ve only ever seen how it’s portrayed in media, they want to know what it’s like. So let’s have a conversation about what therapy looks like and the specific experience with me. Click the link to read more.
https://www.staygoldentherapy.com/post/what-does-modern-therapy-look-like

Thank you for the amazing new logo.

Choosing to get engaged and even marry someone is an important decision. Learn the difference between Pre-engagement and Pre-marital Counseling.
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Now it's easier to call Stay Golden Therapy.

Stay Golden Therapy updated their website address.

Getting a good night’s sleep is important for our overall wellbeing. It is important to create a routine of healthy sleep promoting behaviors. Click the link to learn more: http://www.staygoldentherapy.com/post/what-is-sleep-hygiene

raises the visibility of transgender and gender non-conforming people. Click the Link below to learn more about this week and how to be a better ally for transgender individuals.
https://staygoldentherapy.wixsite.com/mysite/post/what-is-transgender-awareness-week
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I helped cultivate a love for all the things that makes us human. No matter the issue, big or small, I’ve built a space where you can get help navigating your experiences. I Graduated from K-State with a BS in Life Sciences with a Biology minor. After taking a few years off I decided to follower my passion and start down the path to becoming a s*x therapist. I am licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
My Specialties are Life transitions, relationship therapy (including pre-marital) and s*xual issues . I support relationship and individuals that are Monogamous, polyamorous, and anything in between.

For additional information on who I am, services I offer and how therapy will help you start taking steps in the right direction, check out my website or find me on Psychology Today!

LIFE TRANSITIONS: In life, we may feel stuck or behind. It is easy to get into a spiral of negative emotions about ourselves when we see how others are thriving. Maybe you’re on the other end where you’re hitting all the goals in life, but feel something is missing. Which then makes everything feel worse.

RELATIONSHIP ISSUES: At times space can grow between you and your partner, like your connection is waning. Maybe you feel there is a breakdown in your communication. Monogamous, polyamorous, and anything in between. I provide a space that is affirming to any relationship style and s*xual orientation.

SEXUAL PROBLEMS: We hear messages our whole life about what is ok when it comes to s*x and s*xual identity. Maybe it’s that things such as, you better have a s*x 3x a week, be heteros*xual, be monogamous, if not something is wrong with you. We internalize these messages and feel shame when different, like an outsider.