Charlotte Women’s Counseling

Navigating November: Staying Grounded During a Busy Season

Let’s make this November a season of resilience and well-being.

Coach Cayme

Nov 12, 20242 min read

Life Lessons from a Tire Pressure Light: The Importance of Self-Care and Maintenance

Just like a car, our bodies and minds give us warning signs when things aren't right. Let's make your journey smoother and more fulfilling!

Coach Cayme

Jul 19, 20243 min read

School to Summer Transition Guide: Keeping the Joy, Managing the Stress

Discover practical tips and strategies to help your family navigate the transition from school to summer; embracing the joy and chaos!

Charlotte Women's Counseling

May 30, 20244 min read

Understanding Pregnancy Loss and Fertility Trauma: Nurturing Emotional Well-being

Discover compassionate insights into the symptoms related to pregnancy loss and fertility trauma.

Tameka Whittlesey, LCSW

Jul 24, 20232 min read

Girl, Go Sit Down!

Discover the significance of self-care for women and practical strategies to enhance well-being.

Coach Cayme

Jul 3, 20232 min read

Empowerment Through Coaching: A Client's Testimonial

As a coach, I strongly believe in the power of seeing each client as being whole, capable, creative, and resourceful. This perspective...

Coach Cayme

May 18, 20231 min read

Part III - How to Help Your Child to Stop Self-Harming

My name is Erica, and I'm a new counselor here at Charlotte Women's Counseling. I interned here from 2021 to 2022 and am now back to work...

Erica Ardern

Aug 24, 20224 min read

Part II - How to Respond to Your Self-Harming Teen

My name is Erica, and I'm a new counselor here at Charlotte Women's Counseling. I interned here from 2021 to 2022 and am now back to work...

Erica Ardern

Aug 18, 20223 min read

Part I – Understanding Your Self-Harming Teen

My name is Erica, and I'm a new counselor here at Charlotte Women's Counseling. I interned here from 2021 to 2022 and am now back to work...

Erica Ardern

Aug 10, 20223 min read

What do I do if I am experiencing suicidal thoughts?

Are you experiencing the scary thoughts of suicide? Do you have concerns for someone in your life who is experiencing suicidal thoughts?...

Venus Kennedy, LCMHCS

Oct 22, 20215 min read

Finding a New Normal - For New Moms Feeling Alone During Covid

Becoming a new parent can be quite isolating during the most typical times.You’ve stepped away from your career for a bit, are missing...

Shawna Lauer, LMFT

Oct 29, 20203 min read

Can Breastfeeding cause Anxiety & Depression?

If you or other women in your family have struggled with depression or anxiety, you may be wondering what effect breastfeeding may have...

Shawna Lauer, LMFT

Aug 11, 20203 min read

Unpacking Mom Guilt and Mom Shame: How to identify the difference between guilt and shame.

Understanding the differences between guilt and shame can help us work through our negative self judgements.

Venus Kennedy, LCMHCS

Aug 1, 20204 min read

School & childcare options during Covid-19...I'm lost in a sea of indecision!

The beginning of the school year has arrived and there's so much to consider as parents are put in the position of making big decisions...

Shawna Lauer, LMFT

Jul 31, 20203 min read

Pregnancy and Postpartum Anxiety: Is It Normal to Worry this Much?

All pregnant women and mothers of newborns worry, right? But for some, this worry and anxiety can be overwhelming and you may be...

Shawna Lauer, LMFT

Jul 28, 20203 min read

Will I get Postpartum Depression or Postpartum Anxiety?

Am I at Risk for Postpartum Depression or Postpartum Anxiety?

Venus Kennedy, LCMHCS

Jul 26, 20202 min read

Why am I so angry all the time? What is Mom Rage? I never used to feel like this.

What is Mom Rage and how to get help.

Shawna Lauer, LMFT

Jul 26, 20203 min read

Postpartum Depression or the "Baby Blues."

I want to start by telling you to throw out the myths and fantasies of what you thought motherhood would be. YOU ARE NOT A BAD MOM!!!! It...

Venus Kennedy, LCMHCS

Jun 24, 20203 min read