Support For Teen Mental Health
Mental Health Reset
Have you ever reached Wednesday and thought, “I just can’t do the rest of this week”?
If so, you’re not alone. Many of us carry stress into the week without a plan to reset our mental health. But what if you didn’t have to wait until Friday to feel better?
This Wellness Wednesday, we’re diving into how to create a realistic, gentle, and effective mental health reset—even in the middle of a busy week. Whether you’re a parent juggling schedules, a teen facing social pressures, or an adult navigating burnout, these strategies are for you.
At Animal Assisted Counseling of Indiana, we often support clients through these very moments—helping them pause, ground, and reconnect with themselves through compassionate care and the healing presence of therapy dogs.
Emotional Regulation Techniques
Have you ever felt like your emotions are running the show?
One moment you’re calm—and the next, you’re snapping at a loved one, crying in the car, or feeling completely shut down. Emotional overwhelm happens to all of us. The key is learning how to respond rather than react.
In this Pick-Me-Up Tuesday blog, we’re exploring practical, evidence-based emotional regulation techniques that help you stay grounded—even in high-stress moments. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, parenting challenges, or just trying to make it through the day without feeling like you’re about to burst, these tools are here to help.
At Animal Assisted Counseling of Indiana, our therapy sessions often include these techniques—enhanced by the calming presence of therapy dogs who support emotional balance in powerful ways.
Stress Management Strategies
Life moves fast. And sometimes, our minds and bodies can’t keep up with the pressure.
Deadlines. Family demands. Health concerns. Emotional overload. These moments can leave us feeling exhausted, reactive, and unsure of how to cope.
That’s why today’s Wellness Wednesday post focuses on realistic, research-backed, and client-approved stress management strategies. At Animal Assisted Counseling of Indiana, we walk alongside individuals and families who want to feel more emotionally balanced—and sometimes that journey begins with one deep breath and a therapy dog by your side.
Natural Mood Boosters
Some days, it’s tough to get going. Whether you’re dealing with stress, sadness, anxiety, or just general blahs—know this: you’re not alone, and there are gentle, supportive ways to help yourself feel better.
This Pick-Me-Up Tuesday, we’re sharing tried-and-true natural mood boosters that are easy to start, cost nothing, and are rooted in real science.
At Animal Assisted Counseling of Indiana (AACI), we see the power of these tools every day. From a simple walk with a therapy dog to practicing gratitude, the smallest shifts can have the biggest impact.
Emotional Resilience Tools
Have you ever felt like life keeps throwing things at you—and you’re running out of ways to bounce back?
You’re not alone.
Whether you’re dealing with family tension, work stress, grief, or burnout, one of the most empowering things you can do for your mental health is develop emotional resilience tools—simple, everyday strategies that help you manage emotions, adapt to change, and keep going, even when life is hard.
At Animal Assisted Counseling of Indiana (AACI), we walk alongside clients as they build these tools—often with a therapy dog resting calmly nearby. And today, we’re sharing some of the most effective strategies we’ve seen work for teens, adults, and families alike.
Natural Ways To Reduce Anxiety
Let’s take a moment and pause.
Take a breath.
Ask yourself gently—How am I really doing?
Starting the week with a mental health check in is one of the kindest habits we can build. It allows us to slow down, notice what’s going on emotionally and physically, and respond with care instead of just reacting.
At Animal Assisted Counseling of Indiana (AACI), we help clients create these micro-moments of reflection during sessions—with the comforting presence of therapy dogs at their side. But even outside the therapy room, you can bring this practice into your daily life.
In today’s post, we’ll guide you through how to do a meaningful mental health check in, what signs to look for, and how to get support if you need it.
Family Communication Strategies
Emotional wellness tips aren’t just for moments of crisis. They’re everyday habits that help us stay grounded, balanced, and better connected to ourselves and those we care about.
Whether you’re navigating the demands of parenting, balancing work stress, or managing your own emotional challenges, prioritizing your emotional health can create ripple effects throughout your life.
At Animal Assisted Counseling of Indiana (AACI), we blend client-centered counseling with the support of therapy dogs to offer gentle, effective care. And today, we’re sharing practical emotional wellness tips you can start using immediately.
Teen Mental Health
Emotional Self Care Practices
Boost Your Mood
Managing Emotions
Family Healing After Stress
Emotional Wellness Support
Boost Your Mood Naturally
Calming Routines
Therapy Animals and Emotional Regulation
Coping with Pet Loss
Mental Wellness Tips
Emotional Support
Benefits of Therapy for Anxiety
Family Therapy with Teens
