Flourish Wellness Collective, ICT

We are excited to announce that we are working to form group therapy sessions for Mother’s! 🫶🏻

Group therapy offers specific support from others who are in a similar stage or circumstance of life as you may be, along with the guidance and support of a therapist. With this being said, groups do need to be fairly specific in their criteria to assure that the group remains relevant and effective for all participants as a form of therapy.

We know that Motherhood is unexplainably beautiful, while also being accompanied by some really, really hard parts. Within these support groups groups the goal is to build connections, normalize the struggles of motherhood and parenting, collaborate to problem solve, share resources, and celebrate the wins.

These groups will be lead by our intern, Lauren Gilley, and will be $15/session. (If you have the inability to pay but would like to attend, please mention that in your initial email. We want this to be accessible for all.)

If you are interested in either of the groups listed below, please send an email to: [email protected] Please title your email with the group you are interested in, and leave your name and phone number in the email.

We will need at least 3 participants to form each group, so this is the stage of “putting out feelers” for how many people may be interested in each group. Depending on responses, groups may begin as early as September. Once groups begin, they will meet weekly for approximately 12 weeks.

These initial groups would be as follows:
⁃ Mothers of Newborns (Any mother with a baby who is 0-12 weeks old)
⁃ Mothers with Children Under 5 (Any mother who currently has a child 3 months - 4 years of age)

We are excited to be able to offer these groups, and hope to see you there!

🎉Wishing a very Happy Birthday to one of our amazing mental health therapists, Riley Blanton! 🎉

We are so thankful for your passion and committment to your clients and so lucky to have you as part of our Flourish Family!

Today we celebrate YOU! 🫶


As therapists, we believe in the power of continuous learning, both for ourselves and our clients. That’s why we’re excited to share our latest reads—books that have not only inspired us but are also great resources we recommend to our clients.

Our first recommendation comes from therapist Sara Stimatze, LMSW.

Are you feeling stuck in a rut, or struggling to break free from old habits? The Science of Stuck is a game-changer for understanding why we get stuck in our lives—and how to move forward with confidence and clarity.

Britt Frank, a therapist and trauma specialist, delves into the science behind our mental and emotional blocks, offering practical tools to help us break free. This isn't just a self-help book; it's a roadmap to understanding the brain's role in our struggles and how we can leverage that knowledge to create real, lasting change.

✨ Key Takeaways:

▪Understanding the root causes of feeling stuck.
▪Practical strategies for overcoming mental barriers.
▪Insights into how our brains and bodies respond to stress and trauma.

Have you read this one? Or do you have a favorite book that has helped you on your mental health journey? Let us know in the comments! 👇

Starting the week with a gentle reminder: your mental health matters. Take a moment to breathe, set your intentions, and remember that it's okay to prioritize your well-being. Small steps can lead to big changes. You've got this! 💪

🎉Wishing a very Happy Birthday to one of our amazing community partners and doula, Katie Miles! 🎉

Have you had the honor of having Katie support you during your pregnancy or birthing process? Or have you taken advantage of her holistic parenting or sleep courses? If not, you should check her out!

Website: https://www.new-moon-doula.com/about-me

Katie, we are so thankful for your passion and committment to your clients and so lucky to have you as part of our Flourish Family!

Today we celebrate YOU! 🫶


Flourish is SO excited to be welcoming not ONE, but TWO amazing interns this semester!

Karis is a student working on her Master's Degree in Social Work at Fort Hays State University. You might have seen her around Wichita as she also is a licensed Massage Therapist where she offers those services at The Pause.

Lauren is finishing up her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wichita State University and is set to graduate in May 2025. In another life, Lauren was a 5th grade teacher Griffith Elementary School in Wichita.

Working with an intern is also an excellent option for folks who do not have insurance or do not want to submit a mental health claim through an insurance company.

Visit our website to learn more about these fabulous ladies or to request an appointment! Immediate appointments available. Sessions available in person and virtual for Kansas residents. Daytime & Evening appointments available.

📨www.flourish-ict.com/internships

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We would love to chat with you if you’re interested! Please email us at [email protected] if you want to chat more about this opportunity!

Because everyone deserves therapy.

We are so excited to be welcoming two interns this month at Flourish Wellness Collective. Flourish Wellness Collective’s Intern Program allows us to:
▪Reach more clients
▪Offer deeply discounted sliding scale therapy services
▪Assist students in becoming competent and informed professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, and social workers

Working with an intern is also an excellent option for folks who do not have insurance or do not want to submit a mental health claim through an insurance company.

Visit our site to request an appointment with one of our masters level interns. Immediate appointments available. Sessions in person and virtual for Kansas residents. Daytime & Evening appointments available.

📨www.flourish-ict.com

Stay tuned for introductions in the next couple of days!

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Embracing our emotions is essential for healing, especially for those who have experienced trauma. As survivors, we often carry a complex array of feelings from our past. Recognizing and acknowledging these emotions helps us understand ourselves better and reclaim power over our narrative.

Trauma can silence our emotions, leaving us feeling disconnected or overwhelmed. By daring to explore and name what we feel, we regain control over our lives. This process requires courage and vulnerability, but it is also incredibly empowering.

When we recognize our emotions, we stop letting them control us. Instead, we learn to navigate them with compassion and understanding. This journey of emotional awareness is challenging and may reveal uncomfortable truths. Yet, through this process, we begin to untangle the knots of our trauma and pave the way for healing.

You are deserving of healing. 🫶

Looking to get connected with a therapist to begin your healing journey? Visit our website to check out our therapists, learn more about their specialities and schedule your appointment today!

www.flourish-ict.com

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Despite our best efforts to avoid them, we all encounter situations that trigger challenging emotions or provoke unsettling physical reactions. When emotions start to take over, grounding techniques can help you find your balance.

When you practice grounding techniques, you are engaging in mindfulness. By tuning into the sensations in your body and the thoughts in your mind, you take a powerful step towards healing. Becoming more aware of your experiences empowers you to make insightful choices on how to navigate stressful situations and fully embrace moments of happiness, calm, and energy.

5-4-3-2-1, is a simple yet powerful method to bring yourself back to the present moment. We teach this method to many of our clients and we like it because its simple and you can utilize it just about anywhere! No one even has to know that you are working to ground yourself!

Have you ever utilized this grounding technique? What other tools have you utilized to soothe your alarmed limbic system?

🎉Wishing a very Happy Birthday to one of our amazing therapists, Stacie Watts today! 🎉

We are so thankful for your passion and committment to your clients and so lucky to have you as part of our Flourish Family!

Today we celebrate YOU! 🫶


Check out our newest blog with loads of book recommendations to improve your s*xual health and relationships! *xtherapy

We know that talking about s*x can be uncomfortable and hard, especially if quite a bit of time has passed and it’s become the elephant in the room.

But keep this information from the Gottman Institute in mind, only 9% of couples who can’t comfortably talk about s*x with one another say that they’re satisfied.

If you’re curious how to open up the conversation with your partner, try this script (from Gottman Institute):

There is an old saying that some partners want s*x to feel close, but others only want s*x when they already feel close. Does that fit us in any way? Do you think that’s true? Is it true of us? Is that a problem? If so, how can we make that better?

Remember, you’re not alone if this is a struggle in your relationship. If you feel stuck, please reach out for help.

Lauren Scafe, LMSW + BSN-RN is a s*x therapist at Flourish Wellness Collective that is committed to helping individuals and relationships navigate issues surrounds s*x and intimacy. She is currently accepting new clients. Reach out to [email protected] with questions about getting started!

I’ve noticed that when I ask people what coping skills they use, they are often unaware of how many skills they use intuitively without necessarily calling it a coping skills. You’re more of a self-healer than you give yourself credit for! Tell us your favorite coping skill below 👇🏼.

If arguing never happens in a marriage, then odds are that at least one person in the relationship isn’t expressing their true needs and wants. Healthy communication is key for any successful relationship and conflict is an extremely normal part of every single relationship structure. Couples therapy can be very effective at helping people learn how to communicate effectively and express their needs. *xtherapy

Don't miss out on this class opportunity with our friend Tiffany Harlan Fitness!

Happy 4th of July! As we celebrate freedom and independence, let's also take a moment to prioritize our mental & physical well-being. This holiday, remember to relax, reflect, and rejuvenate. Your health matters, and we're here to support you every step of the way!

*Please note that many of our providers may be out of the office today. If you are needing to schedule an appointment or get ahold of someone, feel free to email, call or tex and we will get back to you as soon as we are back in the office.*

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Have you heard of this before? Or experienced it? We’d love to hear your thoughts.

Today, we bid a fond farewell to Stacey Eason, who has been an invaluable member of our Flourish team. Stacey, your dedication and passion to the field and to your clients is evident everyday! While we'll miss your expertise and passion here physically in our office, we're excited to see where your journey takes you next. Wishing you nothing but success and happiness in your future endeavors! 🌟

(If you are a current client of Stacey's, all appointments starting July 1st will take place at her new office located at 535 S. Emporia, #103 in Wichita! )

Have no fear Flourish Community, while we are selfishly sad to be losing Stacey and the services she offers, we are excited to say that we WILL be able to continue offering medication management services! Our hope remains that we can create a one stop shop for all of your wellness needs!

If you are a client who is seeking medication services in the mean time, we invite you to schedule with Stacey and see her at her new office space in Wichita! Check out her website for more information: https://seasonhealth.org/

Stay tuned for an exciting annoucement about our new provider in the weeks to come! 🎉

Wishing you all the best Stacey! 💜 Season Health - Stacey Eason APRN

🎉 We are thrilled to introduce the newest member of our Flourish family, Sara Stimatze, LMSW. 🎉

✨Sara is passionate about being useful to women who are struggling with trauma, chronic pain and chronic illness. Sara has personal experience with chronic illness and autoimmune issues and how that can impact a women’s life. Sara believes that past or current traumas have a direct impact on quality of life for women who struggle with chronic pain and autoimmune conditions. These conditions directly impact the nervous system and this often results in high levels of anxiety, depression and one losing a since of self. Sara has great empathy and compassion for women who have struggled with conditions that are often over looked by the medical system or not treated effectively. ✨

Sara utilizes evidence based therapy modalities such as Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Internal Family Systems (parts work), radical journaling, and somatic experiencing. Sara believes the mind and body are connected and intertwined. And by working with the mind and the body women can heal from a large list of debilitating conditioned and syndromes. ❤

“The pain we feel will not be for evermore.” 🫶

Sara is in the process of getting credentialed with multiple insurance companies and in the mean time has immediate availabilty for new clients via private pay. You can visit our website to learn more about Sara and how to get connected with her!

https://www.flourish-ict.com/sara

🎉Wishing a very Happy Birthday to one of our amazing Pelvic Floor Physical Therapists, Dr. Heather Rogers! 🎉

We are so thankful for your passion and committment to your clients and so lucky to have you as part of our Flourish Family!

Today we celebrate YOU! 🫶


We can't think of a better way to celebrate the first day of summer than by making your health a priority!

Tiffany Harlan is a certified personal trainer that specializes in prenatal and postnatal fitness. She offers a variety of groups fitness classes for all fitness levels along with individual in person and online training.

Looking for a supportive community of other mothers on a similar journey? Tiffany has created just what you are looking for!

Invest in yourself and schedule a free consultation with her TODAY! Visit her website for more information and to get connected: https://tiffany-nguyen-fitness.square.site/

We are so excited to celebrate our very own Riley Blanton who will be presenting at the Perinatal Mental Health Conference in October!

🤗 We are SO EXCITED for our
𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲
⏰️Clock Hours:12
🎓Approved for the Psychotherapy/Mental Health Track Advanced Training as well as CE for maintaining PMH-C

When: 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟭𝟱𝘁𝗵
Where: 𝗜𝗻𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝘇𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀, 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗸𝗮 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀, 𝗔𝗿𝗸𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗮𝘀

𝘓𝘰𝘥𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘦𝘴. 𝘜𝘴𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘥𝘦 𝘕𝘶𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘔𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘴 𝘕𝘦𝘵𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬.

𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙏𝙊𝘿𝘼𝙔 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 ⬇️
https://www.nurturingmamasnetwork.com/perinatalmentalhealthconference

LAST MINUTE opening for one lucky momma with mid-late August due date!💖 50% off to whoever wants to take this spot!!! (Over $400 discount!)

DM me if interested or fill out the form on my website! https://gentleheartdoulacare.com/services/

June is Men's Health Month and we are reminding men that your mental health matters too! At Flourish, we aim to support the entire family when it comes to mental and physical health. Men, we see you and we welcome you in our offices anytime!

You are not alone. Let's support each other and create a safe space for open conversations. Together, we can make a difference.

Visit, www.flourish-ict.com for more information about our services or to get scheduled with a therapist today!

🎉Wishing a very Happy Birthday to one of our therapists, Jenn Azar, LSCSW, PMH-C! 🎉

✨We are so thankful for your passion and committment to your clients and so lucky to have you as part of our Flourish Family! ✨

Today we celebrate YOU! 🫶

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate love, diversity, and the strength of the LGBTQ+ community. While we honor the progress made, it's also crucial to recognize the unique mental health challenges many LGBTQ+ individuals face.

Mental health support is essential for everyone, and we want to highlight the importance of accessible, inclusive services for our LGBTQ+ friends and family. 🌈

Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength, and no one should have to face their struggles alone. Let's continue to foster a community where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

If you or someone you know needs support, reach out. Your mental health matters. 💚

Just as there are seasons with the weather, there are seasons within romantic relationships. When you've been with someone for a long time it is easy to fall into a rut or to switch to autopilot, especially during seasons of transition like when we become parents. But here is something everyone needs to know- Relationships cannot survive on autopilot.

One of the most vital parts of keeping relationships thriving is communication. Communication is the oxygen of relationships! If you are finding yourself in a place in your relationship where you are struggling to feel connected and communicate effectively, try using this tool by John Gottman as a starting place.

The State of the Union conversation is a brief conversation (typically 5-10 minutes) that romantic partners should have every week. The point of the conversation is for both partners to share genuine feelings and thoughts about the current state of their relationship by answering these three questions in order:

▪What is one thing that is going well in this relationship?
▪What is one thing that you are struggling with in this relationship?
▪What is one thing that your partner has done recently that has made you feel loved, connected, or cared for?

You want to answer these questions honestly and as specifically as possible. The more specific you can be, the more your partner will be able to understand you and care for you.

Do you utilize the state of the union in your relationship? If so, how have you found it helpful?

✨If you are looking for support in your relationship, know that we are here! Our experienced therapists provide a safe, supportive environment to address your concerns and are dedicated to getting you and your partner on a path to FLOURISH. ✨

Remembering and honoring the brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸

*Please note that many of our providers may be out of the office today. If you are needing to schedule an appointment or get ahold of someone, feel free to email us or call and leave a voicemail and we will get back to you as soon as we are back in the office.*

At Flourish, we believe that accessibility should never be a barrier for you receiving the mental health therapy services that you deserve. 🫶

All of our therapists offer teletherapy services which allows you to meet with your provider from the comfort of your own home or during your lunch break, no matter where you live, as long as you are in the state of Kansas.

✨What are some of the benefits of teletherapy?✨

▪We are able to provide therapy services to communities throughout the state where there may be a lack of providers or resources.

▪Easily accessible for those with busy schedules or lack of reliable transportation.

▪You can meet with your therapist during nap time! 🎉

▪If childcare is barrier, you can still have your appointment! We don't mind little ones crashing your session, we promise!

If you are looking to get connected for some extra support, don't hesitate to reach out!