When Togetherness Is Too Much – Your Atlanta Counselor’s Best Tips For Making It Work
You’ve longed for more time together…and now you have it. Living together and working from home, kids doing virtual learning isn’t exactly what you had in mind but it has been the situation for lots of couples. And, to be honest, sometimes you find yourself longing...
Building A Love that Lasts – By An Atlanta Couples Counselor
Happily ever after. We grow up hearing about it and now and then, we see one of “those” couples. You know, the ones who have been together for an eternity and seem to be more in love than ever. You might find yourself wondering, “Just how do they do it? And how can I...
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...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.