7 Signs You May Benefit from Trauma Therapy
Trauma can affect people in many different ways. Sometimes the connection between a past experience and what you’re feeling today is obvious. Other times, it may show up as anxiety, relationship difficulties, emotional numbness, or reactions that are hard to understand. If you’ve been wondering whether trauma therapy could help, here are seven signs it […]
Unlocking the Truth: Debunking 5 Common Myths About Mental Health Therapy in Illinois
Choosing to prioritize your emotional well-being is a significant step, yet many people hesitate due to outdated misconceptions. At Ursa Counseling & Wellness, we believe that understanding the reality of therapy support can empower you to seek the care you deserve. If you are debating starting your therapy journey, this guide addresses the common myths […]
How Therapy Helps with Stress and Burnout
Stress has become a normal part of daily life for many people across Illinois. Between demanding work schedules, family responsibilities, financial pressure, and ongoing uncertainty, it can feel like there is never a chance to fully recharge. Over time, chronic stress can turn into burnout, leaving you emotionally exhausted, mentally drained, and disconnected from the […]
Coping With Grief Virtually Through Therapy: What to Expect
Learn how to find comfort and connection by coping with grief virtually in telehealth therapy. Practical tools and compassionate support await. Grief can feel isolating, especially when everyday routines continue while your world has changed. Whether you’re mourning a loved one, experiencing a major life transition, or processing an unexpected loss, reaching out for support […]
Coping with Anxiety at Home: Practical Tips from Licensed Therapists
Anxiety can feel overwhelming, like a constant hum in the background of your thoughts. But even when life feels heavy, there are ways to regain a sense of calm and control right where you are. At Ursa Counseling & Wellness, our licensed therapists help clients find practical, compassionate strategies to cope with anxiety in their […]
5 Key Benefits of Telehealth Therapy in Illinois
The benefits of telehealth therapy offer a flexible, accessible, and less overwhelming way to fit counseling into your busy schedule. At Ursa Counseling & Wellness, we offer virtual therapy services across Illinois, making it easier than ever to begin—or continue—your mental health journey from the comfort of your own space. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship […]
Tips to Manage Election Stress
The election came and went, and whether you are pleased or devastated by the results, too much awareness of the political climate can cause undue stress. The election may be one day, but the result will have rippling impacts for years to come. Here are some quick tips on managing stress and anxiety when you […]
What is somatic experiencing and why is it so crucial to our well-being?
As a therapist, some of the most effective ways I can guide my clients toward healing and healthy coping is by guiding them through the seemingly simple steps of feeling their emotions. As mammals who have complex nervous systems that are responsible for many crucial processes in our brains and bodies, it is important that […]
Five Ways to Cope With Your Changing Body During Pregnancy
Pregnancy comes with a whole host (pun intended) of physical and mental health struggles, but one thing women are expected to adjust to is the weight gain and the role it plays on body image. The only check in for postpartum comes at six weeks when women are given the go ahead to have sex […]
What’s in a name? Ursa Counseling Defined
Creating a counseling practice name is no easy task, and feels quite vulnerable. You want to be able to easily pronounce it, understand the mission, and not have it sound too cliche. As the owner of Ursa Counseling and Wellness/Boshardy Counseling & Consulting, I did not want my name to be the face of the […]