Staying tethered

Barb Stainman states:  "Tossed by the waves."  Isn't it a perfect metaphor for that feeling of getting hit with one thing after another?  So when that happens what we all need it a good strong rope tied to the mainland to avoid getting washed out to sea.

A simple effective tether in times of transition or stress is gratitude practice.  It has amazing power to connect us to everything and everyone.  Read more of this great article.

A better week!

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Here is a great diet tip: 

Some of the things to eliminate from your diet that pull your attitude down: Gossip, fear, worry, being resentful and anger. 

Spend a week outlining what's good about your life, what you're thankful for, and work to cut back on gossip, fear, worry resentment and anger -- I guarantee you'll have a better week! - Susan Valaskovic

Gratitude

In November we are posting some of our favorite posts on Gratitude.  You can go to our facebook page here.

Here is one shared:

Be thankful for what you have, you'll end up having more.  If you concentrate on what you don't have, you will never ever have enough.  -- Oprah Winfrey.

Nicole Wall, ACMHC

We are very pleased to have Nicole Wall, ACMHC, join our team at Resilient Solutions, Inc in Bountiful!  

Nicole Wall is an Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Studies with an emphasis in Mental Health, and her Master of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Phoenix.

Nicole has experience working with substance abuse and a variety of mental health issues. Nicole has had extensive training in assessment and diagnosis, treating depression, anxiety, personality disorders, drug and alcohol issues, as well as individual and relationship counseling. Nicole is passionate about working with children and adolescents.  She incorporates play and art therapy along with elements of mindfulness, relaxation exercises, meditation methods, and cognitive self-awareness into her practice, by using a variety of techniques based upon the client's needs.

Nicole is trained in the work of Dr. Brene Brown and is a CCF-Candidate for Connections.  Nicole is completing her training and working towards certification as a facilitator of Dr. Brene Brown’s The Daring Way. Nicole incorporates and teaches these shame resiliency skills and empathy skills in her sessions. 

Nicole teaches an eight week course called “The Daring Way:  Show Up, Be Seen, Live Brave.”  The Daring Way™ is a highly experiential methodology based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown. The method was developed to help men, women, and adolescents learn how to show up, be seen, and live braver lives. The primary focus is on developing shame resilience skills and developing a courage practice that transforms the way we live, love, parent, and lead.

Before coming to work at Resilient Solutions Inc., Nicole spent over ten years working extensively with law enforcement, specifically dealing with crisis intervention and emergency disaster situations. Nicole worked in an emergency shelter and assisted women and children with issues pertaining to domestic violence and breaking the cycle of abuse. Nicole also worked in a high-risk substance abuse facility where she conducted individual and group therapy, taught anger management, and communication courses.

When not working, Nicole enjoys hiking and camping adventures to Southern Utah with her family, traveling to new places, wakeboarding, road biking, running, scuba diving, reading, and cooking.

To schedule an appointment with Nicole, call her at 801.660.5233.