Resources
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): How It Helps Anxiety, Depression & Stress
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a research-backed form of therapy commonly used to treat anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma. CBT helps individuals understand the connection among thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, enabling them to create real, lasting...
What is Christian Counseling | A Complete Guide to Faith-Centered Therapy
Deciding to begin therapy is an important, personal step — and for many people, faith plays a meaningful role in their healing journey. Christian Counseling blends evidence-based mental health care with Biblical principles, offering a therapeutic approach that...
What to look for in a therapist and what to avoid
Starting therapy is a meaningful and courageous step toward healing. When you choose to work with a therapist, you’re opening up your story — your challenges, your hopes, your fears, and your growth. Because therapy is such a personal journey, choosing the right...
4 Mindful tips to reduce holiday stress
The holiday season is meant to feel joyful, but for many people it also brings pressure, overwhelm, and emotional exhaustion. If you’re finding it hard to feel cheerful right now, you’re not alone. At The Lighted Path LLC, our therapists support clients through the...
Finding Calm During the Holidays
By The Lighted Path LLC · Mental Health Counseling For many, the holiday season brings warmth, connection, and cherished traditions. But for others, this time of year also brings increased pressure—full schedules, financial strain, heightened expectations, and...
Prioritizing Your Mental Health: Why It Matters & How to Start
Prioritizing Your Mental Health: Why It Matters & How to Start Written for The Lighted Path LLC — Mental Health Counseling Life moves quickly. From work and relationships to family responsibilities and daily stressors, it’s easy to push your own well-being to the...
7 Calming Phrases for Kids’ Tantrums
Parenting is challenging—even without tantrums in the mix. When your child is in the middle of a big emotional moment, especially in public, our instinct is often to stop it as quickly as possible. But rushing to end a tantrum can sometimes make things worse in the...
7 Therapist-Approved Tips for Protecting Your Mental Health During the Holidays
The Lighted Path LLC Published: November 2025 The holidays often bring a mix of emotions—joy, nostalgia, connection, and sometimes, stress. Between family gatherings, financial pressures, and high expectations, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. At The Lighted Path, we...