How to Connect with my Spouse on Valentine’s Day in the Middle of a Pandemic, When We’re Worn Out and Tired of Being in the House – By an Atlanta Couples Therapist
For some, Valentine’s Day is just another day of the week. For others, Valentine’s Day is an opportunity to reset or reconnect. This year, in the pandemic, Valentine’s Day may look different to everyone. Favorite date spots have closed,...
What Entrepreneurs, High Achievers, and Executives Don’t Know is Killing Their Relationships – By an Atlanta Counselor
As an Atlanta counselor, I love working with high achievers. I love working with perfectionists. I love it I guess because I do so much work around releasing shame and perfectionism while still honoring one’s goals and desires for achievement. It’s tough work. And...
Are you a Bad Communicator? – Atlanta Counseling Tips
Have you ever been told that you’re horrible at communicating? Do you get a feeling that you’re not being heard or understood? Do you often leave conversations feeling frustrated that the other person just doesn’t get you? I hear people say it all the time in my...
This Gets Me Nowhere and I Keep Doing It – By an Atlanta Couples Counselor
Ever notice your spouse giving you feedback and you instantly without even thinking give an excuse or explain yourself, or worse you blame them for it? I see it all the time in my Atlanta couples counseling office. There are plenty of things that happen in conflict...
Better Sex For Christians – By an Atlanta Christian Counselor
Such a topic for Christians! They struggle to talk about it in church. Sometimes they’ll talk about it with friends. But realistically there is this barrier, this discomfort for many Christians when broaching the topic of sex. It’s almost viewed as taboo. Something...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.