Ever Been Called Controlling? Yep, Me Too – Insights from an Atlanta Counselor
Control. We do it for a reason. Life has taught us to. We do it because we love, because we care, because we fear…. We control because it makes sense. There are a few characteristics of control though, that just aren’t helpful. I’ve found myself learning about some...
Mindfulness – A Note from An Atlanta Counseling Provider
I was watching a movie the other day and one of the characters said something profound. He was teaching a young athlete about mindfulness. He never called it mindfulness. Instead he taught him concepts that I would lump into a category of mindfulness. He taught the...
Struggling with Feelings of Depression? – Atlanta Counseling Tips
Are you struggling with feelings of depression? Just can’t seem to get your spirits lifted, or find motivation to get things done? Unsure how to get yourself moving in a forward direction? Here’s a quick tip: Practice gratitude journaling. Every day write down five...
Dealing with Depression in a Big City – by an Atlanta Depression Counselor
Depression has its ways. It can feel as though you’re covered by a heavy blanket, and no matter what you try it just keeps weighing you down. Trying to feeling excited or happy or even normal is just not possible. You think about it when you wake up and realize you...
What’s Triggering You?
Ever get really annoyed, sad, angry or frustrated by a particular song, or scent, or something random and not sure why? You may be experiencing a trigger. Triggers can come from all kinds of things, and usually stem from traumatic experiences. That’s right, you could...About Us
I'm Mikela Hallmark, founder of Rise Counseling in Atlanta. We love helping people figure out what’s driving discontent, anxiety, worry and disconnectedness. It is our joy to assist clients with overcoming barriers and finding peace, joy, and genuine connection with others.