by Encompass Counseling | May 20, 2020 | Book Recommendations, COVID-19 Resources
If you’re looking for courage and bravery to be your true self, then you’ve come to the right place. Today we’d like to introduce you to Brené Brown, one of the kindest yet toughest thought leaders of this generation. She is a social worker, researcher, professor,...
by Encompass Counseling | May 7, 2020 | Book Recommendations, COVID-19 Resources
Anxiety is one way our body responds to stress. It’s a feeling of fear or apprehension about what’s to come. The first day of school or giving a speech may cause you to feel fearful and nervous. According to the CDC, 7% of children aged 3-17 years in the...
by Encompass Counseling | May 4, 2020 | Book Recommendations, COVID-19 Resources
Molly Woods, LSW, is a school-based Encompass therapist serving students and families in Orrville. She recommends “The Connected Child: Bring hope and healing to your adoptive family” by Dr. Karyn Purvis who is one of the masterminds behind Trust-Based Relational...
by Encompass Counseling | Apr 30, 2020 | Book Recommendations, COVID-19 Resources
Talking about emotions doesn’t come naturally to everyone. We don’t always have the vocabulary to name or describe our feelings. Sometimes emotions are strong, overwhelming or just plain hard. Having a tool such as a book or a story can be a helpful way to start a...
by Encompass Counseling | Apr 23, 2020 | Book Recommendations, COVID-19 Resources
We are all at different places in our faith journey. There are times when we have no doubts and times when we question much. If you are currently in a season of struggling with faith, we appreciate your honesty and encourage you to keep pursuing truth. Frank Yost, MA,...
by Encompass Counseling | Apr 22, 2020 | Book Recommendations, COVID-19 Resources
Abby Fischer, LISW, a school-based therapist with Encompass, created a read-aloud video of a wonderful book called “A Little Scribble Spot: A Story About Colorful Emotions,” by Diane Alber. We’re happy to share this book that focuses on our complex...
