Alliance Counseling Services

10/15/2026

Fine is a door closing with somebody still standing on the other side of it. It ends the conversation without ending the problem, and the person left outside gets to guess for the rest of the night. What it is protecting is usually real. Sometimes there is genuinely nothing coherent to say yet, and being pushed to produce a reason on demand makes it worse. The fix is not forcing the whole feeling out before it is ready. It is one true sentence about where you are, with a time attached. Not ready yet is honest, it costs nothing, and it gives the other person somewhere to put their attention. Fine is a wall with a friendly face, and everybody can tell. The hour matters more than the sentence. Anybody can wait when they know what they are waiting for.

10/12/2026

Some new decorations up at the office!! Getting into the Fall spirit with our new wreath and other autumnal decorations throughout our waiting room!🍂🎃

10/07/2026

Just as there are five love languages that shape how we give and receive love, there are also different talking styles that influence how we communicate. 💬 Understanding your own communication style, and recognizing the styles of others, can help reduce misunderstandings and strengthen relationships! 🗣️✨

Learn to recognize how you and others communicate—and build highly successful relationships at work and in life.

10/05/2026

Faith and mental wellness can work hand in hand!🕊️🧠✨ Our founder, John Frisbie, holds a Master of Divinity and serves as our Christian Counselor, helping individuals navigate mental health challenges through evidence-based counseling while drawing upon the principles and teachings of Christianity. 🙌🏻

09/30/2026

Even if we don't physically see it, that doesn't mean our strong friends aren't struggling behind the scenes. This may be the last day of September and National Su***de Prevention Month, but it should not be the last day we check in on the people we care about!

Even the people who seem to have it all together can be struggling in silence. 🧡

Checking in on your friends, especially those who are always there for others, can make a huge difference. A simple "How are you really doing?" lets them know they don't have to carry everything alone. 💬

09/22/2026

Recovery doesn't end when a crisis is over, and knowing how to support a loved one after a su***de attempt can make a difference in their healing journey.🤍 In recognition of National Su***de Prevention Month, we're sharing this resource to help families and friends navigate these conversations with care and compassion.💜

Let your loved one know you care. One of the most powerful things you can do is to be present and supportive. Even when you don’t know what to say, just be with them and listen to their concerns. Let them know their life matters to you.

09/17/2026

Mental health isn't always visible, which is why it's important to check in on the people you care about, even when they seem okay. 🤍 As we recognize National Su***de Prevention Month, we encourage you to reach out to at least one person in your life and ask how they're really doing. A simple conversation can make a meaningful difference!

And if you're the one struggling, please remember: it's okay to not be okay. You don't have to carry it alone. Reach out, ask for help, and let someone support you.

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“You look fine.”

It’s something we hear often… sometimes even from ourselves.

While it may be said with good intentions, it can come across as minimizing what someone is truly going through. The truth is, mental health isn’t always visible. A smile on the outside doesn’t always reflect the pain on the inside.

💔 If this resonates with you, please remember: your struggles are real, your feelings are valid, and you are never alone. Opening up to someone you trust can lighten the weight you’ve been carrying.

❤️ Asking for help is not weakness.. it’s courage, and it’s the beginning of healing.

09/15/2026

Most office decorations are carefully planned...others just happen! 🤷🏻‍♀️🐘One of Rick's clients tossed this little elephant onto the ceiling in his office, and somehow it's still there! 😂

09/11/2026

🕊️25 years ago, our nation was changed forever. We will always remember the lives lost, those who served, and the heroes among us.

09/10/2026

It can be hard to think of how to word or even start a conversation regarding mental health and su***de. 💬 But don't let the awkwardness of it deter you from trying to check in with someone you feel needs it. Visit SeizeTheAwkward to help you learn how to seize the awkwardness that is starting a conversation about mental health!! 💚 ***dePreventionMonth

Opening the door to begin a conversation can really help. Not sure where to start? Try one of these opening lines to help make starting the conversation easier.