Turning Point Counseling & Consulting Blog
We believe education is a powerful part of the healing process. Our blog is designed to offer practical tools, insights from our team of therapists, and encouragement for your journey toward growth and wellness.
Whether you’re looking for everyday self-care tips, want to learn more about different therapy approaches, or need support navigating life’s challenges and relationships, you’ll find helpful resources here.
When the Holidays Hurt: Navigating Family Estrangement With Care
The holidays can be emotionally difficult for people experiencing family estrangement. This season often intensifies feelings of grief, loneliness, pressure, and old emotional wounds. Estrangement is complex and usually stems from long-term hurt or boundary violations—not weakness.
To cope during the holidays, it helps to acknowledge your emotions, create small personal rituals, set clear boundaries, connect with chosen family, avoid comparison, and seek support when needed. If considering reconnecting with family, move slowly and check your motives and emotional readiness.
The overall message: your feelings are valid, you deserve peace, and you don’t have to navigate estrangement alone.
When the Light Fades: Understanding and Managing Seasonal Depression
Add a summSeasonal depression is real but manageable with the right habits and support. Prioritize exposure to natural or artificial light, stay socially connected to avoid isolation, and move your body regularly to boost mood. Keep daily routines for stability and seek professional guidance when needed—such as from trauma-informed therapists at Turning Point Counseling & Consulting, who specialize in balancing emotional and environmental factors.
Even during the darkest months, recovery and renewed energy are possible—the light always returns.
Mental Health Is Just as Important as Physical Health
Mental and physical health are deeply connected — caring for one supports the other. This blog explores how stress, emotions, and lifestyle affect overall well-being, and why prioritizing mental health is essential for true healing and balance. At Turning Point Counseling & Consulting, we help you build whole-person wellness through therapy, mindfulness, and compassionate care.
October is for Awareness: Depression, Screening & Mental Health at Work
October is recognized as National Depression & Mental Health Screening Month, with additional observances like Mental Illness Awareness Week, World Mental Health Day (Oct. 10), and OCD Awareness Week. These initiatives highlight the importance of early screenings, reducing stigma, and fostering global conversations about mental health.
This year’s focus is on mental health in the workplace, addressing stressors such as burnout, lack of flexibility, stigma, and unclear expectations. Employers can support staff through education, flexible policies, and open conversations.
The blog also outlines common signs of depression (persistent sadness, loss of interest, sleep issues, withdrawal, hopelessness) and offers practical steps for individuals, families, and organizations to take action during October.
TurningPointVA is committed to providing screenings, counseling, trauma-informed therapy, and workplace training to build a supportive community.
The post concludes with an invitation: don’t wait until struggles feel overwhelming—help and healing are available now.
Taking the First Step: What to Expect When You Seek Therapy
Considering therapy? Learn what to expect at Turning Point Counseling & Consulting in Virginia—safe, supportive care for growth, healing, and resilience.