Quarterly Newsletter -Winter Edition
- Maria Diaz
- 3 days ago
- 3 min read
Hello Lovely People,
As we move beyond the busyness and emotional intensity of the holidays, winter often brings a noticeable shift. The pace slows, daylight shortens, and many people experience changes in mood, energy, and motivation. For some, this season can feel grounding and reflective; for others, it can feel heavy or isolating.
At Living Purpose Mental Health Counseling, PLLC, we want to gently name that winter can impact mental health in real and meaningful ways. If you’ve noticed lower energy, increased stress, or a desire to withdraw, you are not alone — and support is available.
❄️ Winter Wellness: Supporting Your Mental Health This Season
Winter invites us to care for ourselves in a different way. Small, intentional practices can help support emotional well-being during the colder months:
Seek Sunlight: Spend time near natural light or outdoors when possible to support mood and energy.
Stay Connected: Schedule regular check-ins with friends, loved ones, or support systems to help reduce feelings of isolation.
Honor Rest: Winter is a season of slowing down. Listening to your body’s need for rest is a form of care.
Keep Active: Gentle, consistent movement helps regulate mood and supports nervous system balance.
Nourish Yourself: Warm, nourishing meals and hydration support both physical and emotional health.
Therapy can be especially supportive during seasonal transitions — offering space to process emotions, build coping tools, and reconnect with yourself.
🌟Staff Spotlight🌟
Harneet Bedi, MHC-LP — EMDR Therapist
We are excited to share that Harneet Bedi is now providing EMDR therapy within the Living Purpose team. Harneet offers evidence-based, trauma-informed care and works collaboratively with clients navigating trauma, anxiety, identity exploration, and life transitions — creating a warm, empathetic environment for healing.
Now Accepting New Clients and Insurance Accepted:
✅ Aetna
✅ Cigna
Clinical Residents — Accepting Clients
Below are our clinical residents, currently providing services under close supervision. Each clinician brings thoughtful, culturally responsive care and a unique therapeutic focus.
Ashanti Palma, MHC-I
Ashanti specializes in trauma-informed approaches, supporting clients with anxiety, emotional regulation, and life transitions.
Colette Pauta, MHC-I
Colette provides empathetic, evidence-based therapy for adults navigating anxiety, identity exploration, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
Keyaira Hamilton, MHC-I
Keyaira brings culturally responsive, mindfulness-based practices to clients working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and identity-related concerns.
Grace Moon, MHC-I
Grace works collaboratively with individuals seeking support with anxiety, meaning-making, trauma recovery, and deeper self-awareness.
☎️ Commitment to Access
At Living Purpose, we believe mental health care should be accessible and equitable. We proudly offer:
📚 Pro Bono Scholarships
⚖️ Sliding Scale Options
for individuals who qualify, helping reduce financial barriers and expand access to supportive, high-quality care.
🍃🌿 Upcoming Group — Begins February 17, 2025 🌿🍃
Women’s Sexual Health & Wellness Counseling Group
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