Comments for McGuinness Counseling

Comment on Happy days, happy life by Kathleen

Kathleen — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:30:48 +0000

I am glad to be reminded of singing! I drove through hours of very bad weather last winter, trying to keep ahead of a storm – what a metaphor! My made-up lyrics engaged and calmed me as I passed cars in ditches, singing my hopes for them (as I had no cell to use). I think I’ll sing now!
Cheers.

Comment on Emotional Awareness by Ellen

Ellen — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 17:37:52 +0000

Look in the task bar at the bottom of the page.

Comment on This is. (or The Concept of Acceptance) by Kathleen

Kathleen — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 11:14:25 +0000

This is… what I will think about today.
Thanks!

Comment on Emotional Awareness by Patty

Patty — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 19:41:02 +0000

Can’t find a YouTube link here. This sounds like an interesting poem.

Comment on Why is there a poetry video on a mental health site by Kevin

Kevin — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 12:36:05 +0000

A great reflection on a wonderful message from Sarah Kay. I am glad I finally got around to watching it. I thought she was going to be a stand up comic the first few times I started to watch it without my mind in the here and now. I am sure I’ll watch it again many times — a great lesson. Thanks Ellen!

Comment on Reviews by Lori Snow

Lori Snow — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 04:12:14 +0000

Ellen is an amazing therapist. Wise well beyond her years, I found her at a difficult crossroads in my life. Her help saw me through an incredibly difficult time. She clearly had thought about our prior sessions and brought insightful readings, articles and suggestions for me to “do the work”. I could not recommend Ellen more whole heartedly.

Comment on Reviews by Kevin Sexton

Kevin Sexton — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 03:32:14 +0000

I am a firm believer that therapy is beneficial to anyone with an open mind. I have been lucky enough to have several very good therapists, each with their own strengths. Ellen’s strengths include a great diversity of techniques, a natural presence of compassion, and a true love for the therapy process. I always felt a challenge to move forward and the safety and support to give it my best effort. Anyone who has been in therapy knows how difficult that balance is to maintain. I have found that the best therapists (for me) are the ones who help you discover the patterns that keep you from growing while giving you the tools to form new ways of approaching life in a healthy way. I remember how frightened I was before beginning therapy and how much I struggled with the concept of asking for help and making myself vulnerable. I would urge anyone considering it to give it a try. At worst, you lose an hour. If you find a good match with a therapist, however, the positive impact on your life will amaze you. I’m not suggesting this is an easy process, but I can assure you that it’s worth it.

Comment on Blues Break by Kevin

Kevin — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 16:39:56 +0000

Learning something new is a great idea, I think I’ll redevelop by beer brewing when I get hope. Does anyone know a good recipe for IPA.

Comment on Growing your comfort zone by Pat Molden

Pat Molden — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 20:28:39 +0000

Ellen, this is SO interesting, and very well put. what a helpful way to look at life!

Comment on Visions of Sugar-Plums by Meghan

Meghan — Thu, 30 Dec 2010 01:11:21 +0000

This is a wonderful, helpful meditation for me this season, Ellen. I have been stuggling with just the sort of thinking you describe in this post–thank you for this much needed reflection!

Comment on The Practice of Mindfulness by Kathleen

Kathleen — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:43:47 +0000

I love the metaphor of a river! I try to practice mindfulness in my trip down the river. I share my journey with an unwanted partner: cancer. Many people speak of fighting cancer but I don’t feel that impulse as much as I do outlasting a bad guest. Mindfulness can be not rocking the boat, keeping steady. The rapids will come in their own time, so to will the slow-drifting. Your article is one of the best- clear and inviting. Thanks!