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When the Seasons Shift: Caring for Your Mind as the Days Grow Shorter
There’s something undeniably beautiful about fall — the crisp air, the swirl of amber leaves, the sound of boots crunching down the sidewalk. But as the days grow shorter and the time change approaches, many of us start to feel… different. The coziness of autumn can also bring an unexpected heaviness — one that sneaks in when the sun sets too early and our routines feel slightly off balance. These seasonal shifts affect more than just the weather — they can stir emotions, ene

Tammy Dukette
Oct 20


☔ When It Rains: Finding Comfort, Clarity, and a Little Chaos in Fall
There’s something magical about a rainy fall day. The air smells like wet leaves and coffee, the sky has a dramatic flair worthy of a movie soundtrack, and suddenly everyone’s wardrobe turns into a soft commercial for oversized sweaters. The rhythm of the rain has a way of slowing life down—whether we planned for it or not. At Creative Counseling Solutions, we like to think of rainy days as invitations. Not just to rest, but to reconnect—with ourselves, our moods, and the sma

Tammy Dukette
Oct 13


Empty Nest, Full Life: Rediscovering Yourself After the Kids Move Out
f you’re reading this while staring at your child’s newly empty bedroom, you’re not alone.The quiet can feel strange at first — a little...

Tammy Dukette
Oct 7


When the Unthinkable Happens: Supporting Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse
Child sexual abuse is one of the most painful realities a child or family can face. It’s hard to talk about, even harder to process, and...

Tammy Dukette
Oct 4


Mid-Semester Hustle: Confessions of a Counseling Intern with a Full-Time Job
By mid-semester, the rhythm of the counseling internship is less of a rhythm and more of a juggling act. A full-time job in one hand,...

Tammy Dukette
Oct 2


Sleepless Nights and Quiet Reflections
It’s late again. The house is quiet, the world is asleep, and here I am—wide awake. There’s no crisis pressing on my heart, no deadlines...

Tammy Dukette
Sep 26


Navigating Racial Disparity in Times of Political Uncertainty
Navigating Racial Disparity in Times of Political Uncertainty As a Black parent raising a Black son, the current climate in the United...

Tammy Dukette
Sep 21


When Words Aren’t Enough: How Play Therapy Helps Children Process Hurt
Sometimes children experience situations they don’t yet have the words to explain—like when a child shares that they are being hurt at...

Tammy Dukette
Sep 12


Helping Kids Navigate Bullying: Building Safety and Resilience
Bullying remains one of the most pressing challenges children face at school. Whether it’s name-calling on the playground, exclusion at...

Tammy Dukette
Sep 12


Back-to-School Support for Kids: Helping Them Thrive as a New Year Begins
The back-to-school season is full of mixed emotions for children and parents alike. Excitement about new teachers and friends often...

Tammy Dukette
Sep 12
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