Ohio and Virginia licensed therapist, Megan Kopack, explores her thought process in the form of self-reflection and kindness to self and others.

Cincinnati counselor in training, Kimber Andrews, explores why finding self-compassion is difficult for many, and describes her own journey through finding and learning self-compassion.

Cincinnati therapist, Keri Perdrix, explores the importance of providing a safe and nurturing therapy space for clients.

Julie and Amy explore transitions and share memories, as Julie moves on from Rooted Compassion and begins a new adventure.

Cincinnati counselor in training, Jen Kroell explores how creativity and expressive arts can be useful tools in counseling.

Cincinnati therapist, Brenda Puckett, LPC, explores how to explore natural beauty while calming the nervous system.

Ohio therapist, Megan Kopack, shares the relationship between Polyvagal Theory and Therapeutic Yoga in Part 4 of her blog series: Applied Polyvagal Theory in Therapeutic Yoga.

Cincinnati Counselor in Training, Brandon Mueller, discusses the importance of intentional distraction for self-regulation while relating to DBT practices.

Ohio therapist, Amy Stenger-Sullivan, explores the Polyvagal Theory and the long-term effects of trauma in her latest blog.

Cincinnati therapist, Mimi Richmond, shares her love of music and the importance of moving, and loving, our bodies.

Cincinnati therapist in training, Kimber Andrews, shares what her dog has taught her about trauma and the journey they have shared together.

Cincinnati therapist in training, Keri Perdrix, shares some tips for practicing mindfulness while walking in the Springtime.

Cincinnati therapist, Julie Koloc, explores the inspiring influence of plants.

Cincinnati therapist, Amy Stenger-Sullivan, discusses the impact the terms “Big” and “Little” Trauma may have on client interactions.

Cincinnati counselor in training, Jen Kroell, reflects on the past three years of the pandemic.

Cincinnati therapist Brenda Puckett Explores How Different Perspectives Influence Social Interaction and Mood.

Cincinnati therapist in training, Brandon Mueller, discusses how he uses dialectical thinking to bring about hope and movement.

Cincinnati therapist, Amy Stenger-Sullivan, discusses parenting through the Polyvagal lens.

Cincinnati counselor in training, Brandon Mueller, discusses how he uses Mindfulness to overcome Imposter Syndrome.

Cincinnati therapist, Megan Kopack, discusses how she implements yogic concepts into her practice with clients.

Brenda explores how to process grief after the loss of a loved one in this personal, touching, blog.

Amy continues to create a space where she shares stories to help explain how this new theory impacts understanding of nervous system functioning and what it looks like in everyday life.

Amy creates a space where she shares stories to help explain how this theory impacts our understanding of nervous system functioning and what it looks like in everyday life.

Megan describes how our nervous system is constantly looking for safety in part two of her series on PVT in therapeutic yoga.

Mimi navigates the up’s and down’s of life and ways to process feeling “stuck”, while introducing the development of mental health “sea legs”.

Julie explores ways to balance our inner and outer reach for safety.

Learning how to let go in yoga, therapy, and in life. Kimber discusses how relaxing your nervous system will reap major mental health benefits.

Pausing is so powerful and might be one of the most under-used practices in our world today. May you be encouraged to incorporate the power of the pause into your regular rhythms.

Read about Applied Polyvagal Theory in Therapeutic Yoga and how it may be able to help you and your mental health.

Julie dives into how we can embrace difficult times by attending to our nervous system and how to do that.

Read how one of our staff members has learned from working with professional counselors.

Read all about how your nervous system, the principles of the Polyvagal Theory and how being aware of both can help you in your daily life.

Eric Stone, LPCC LCDC III, explored five ways to improve the way we take care of ourselves, especially when it comes to our mental health in our latest blog post. Read more about it in this edition of our newsletter.

Understanding your grief and the process of grieving can help to provide a sense of peace while in some of your darkest moments.

The excitement and fanfare surrounding this nerve has been BIG lately and we get it. Read the newsletter to find out more about the vagus nerve and how it affects you.

Announcing that we now offer the Safe and Sound Protocol along with mental health therapy.

The idea that therapy is only for the weak-minded or mentally ill person could not be farther from the truth.

The story behind the name.

We reflect on the foundation of Rooted Compassion Counseling, The Polyvagal Theory.

We discuss the how and why we connect with others and the importance behind that connection to our overall well-being.

We dive a little deeper into the Safe and Sound Protocol in this edition of Rooted Musings: what it is, how it can help, and how to learn more.

We recognize that the holiday season does not always bring everyone merriment and joy.

Read more about techniques used to walk through grief in this newsletter.

Learn all about Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) in this edition of Rooted Musings.

In this edition of Rooted Musings, we focus on EMDR Therapy and how it can guide those on their own path to mental health healing.

Meet the individuals who make up the Rooted Compassion team and how they can help.

Check out this newsletter outlining the trainings Amy offered this past fall and stay tuned for more information on future trainings!

Read all about Rooted Compassion Counseling and what we are all about. This edition of Rooted Musings also paints a picture of what to expect from our newsletter.