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General and Local to East Texas
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General and Local to East Texas
At Graceful Pines Counseling, I believe that support can extend beyond the counseling room. You deserve access to tools, information, and care that support you in every season of life.
The resources below are shared to provide additional guidance, encouragement, and practical support. While they are not a substitute for counseling, they can be a meaningful complement to the work we do together.
If you ever feel unsure about where to start, you are always welcome to reach out. We can walk through options together.
General Mental Health
National Institute of Mental Health
https://www.nimh.nih.gov
Reliable, research-based information on mental health conditions, symptoms, and treatment options.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
https://www.samhsa.gov
Mental health resources, treatment locators, and educational materials.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
https://988lifeline.org
Free, confidential support available 24 hours a day for individuals experiencing emotional distress or crisis.
Children & Adolescents
Child Mind Institute
https://childmind.org
Practical, easy-to-understand resources for supporting children with anxiety, ADHD, and emotional challenges.
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
https://www.aacap.org
“Facts for Families” guides covering a wide range of child and adolescent mental health topics.
Recommended Reading:
The Whole-Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson
Parenting Support
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
https://www.cdc.gov/parents
Guidance on developmental milestones, behavior, and parenting strategies.
Zero to Three
https://www.zerotothree.org
Support for early childhood development and strengthening parent-child relationships.
Recommended Reading:
No-Drama Discipline by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson
Grief & Loss
GriefShare
https://www.griefshare.org
Support groups and resources for individuals navigating loss.
National Alliance for Children's Grief
https://childrengrieve.org
Resources for children, teens, and families experiencing grief.
Recommended Reading:
On Grief and Grieving by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross and David Kessler
Relationships & Couples
The Gottman Institute
https://www.gottman.com
Research-based tools for strengthening relationships and improving communication.
Prepare Enrich
https://www.prepare-enrich.com
A structured program designed to help couples build stronger relationships.
Recommended Reading:
The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John Gottman and Nan Silver
Career & Life Transitions
O*NET Online
https://www.onetonline.org
CareerOneStop
https://www.careeronestop.org
Recommended Reading:
Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans
Self-Compassion & Personal Growth
Kristin Neff
https://self-compassion.org
Recommended Reading:
Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself by Kristin Neff
ADHD / ADD
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can impact children, adolescents, and adults in different ways, including attention, organization, emotional regulation, and daily functioning. With the right support, individuals with ADHD can develop effective strategies and build on their strengths.
The resources below offer reliable information, practical tools, and guidance for understanding and managing ADHD.
Educational & Support Resources
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (ADHD Information)
https://www.cdc.gov/adhd
Overview of symptoms, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment approaches.
Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)
https://chadd.org
Provides education, advocacy, and support for individuals with ADHD and their families.
National Institute of Mental Health
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-adhd
Research-based information about ADHD across the lifespan.
Understood.org
https://www.understood.org
Practical tools and strategies for children and teens with attention and learning differences.
Recommended Reading
Driven to Distraction (Revised): Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder
by Edward M. Hallowell and John J. Ratey
Taking Charge of ADHD (Fourth Edition): The Complete, Authoritative Guide for Parents
by Russell A. Barkley
Smart but Scattered
by Peg Dawson and Richard Guare
Local East Texas Resources
In addition to counseling support, there are many local and regional resources available to support individuals and families with practical needs. Reaching out for this kind of support can feel difficult, but you do not have to navigate it alone.
Food & Basic Needs
East Texas Food Bank
https://www.easttexasfoodbank.org
Feeding America
https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank
Women, Infants, & Children (WIC)
Texas WIC Program
https://texaswic.org
Apply for WIC:
https://texaswic.org/apply
Pregnancy & Parenting Support
The Gabriel Project
https://gabrielproject.org
Healthy Texas Women
https://www.healthytexaswomen.org
Domestic Violence & Safety
Women’s Center of East Texas
https://www.wc-et.org
Texas Advocacy Project
https://www.texasadvocacyproject.org
National Domestic Violence Hotline
https://www.thehotline.org
Healthcare & Community Support
Texas Health and Human Services
https://www.hhs.texas.gov
211 Texas
https://www.211texas.org
Call 2-1-1 for help finding local resources.
Crisis & Immediate Support
If you are in immediate distress, please reach out for support:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
https://988lifeline.org
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
https://www.crisistextline.org