Validate Feelings + The Magic Question = Atlanta Couples Counseling Success
I did a quick 2 minute video explaining mirroring feelings and asking the magic question. These are great tips/tricks for easily helping your spouse feel supported, avoiding defensiveness, and promoting connection. But, they’re harder to do than you would think....
Things Every Woman Should Know – Written by an Atlanta Couples Counseling Therapist
Hey ladies! I’m following up my article about things every man should know, with an article written by an Atlanta couples counselor and written just for you. I know, I know. We like to think that he’s the one with the problem. We are perfect angels who should be...
The Best Couples Therapy in Atlanta – Hands Down
Searching for the Best Marriage Counselor in Atlanta? Look no further. I can tell you exactly who you’re looking for…well, kind of. Let me explain my hesitation with just putting it out there. You may not like what I have to say about finding the best marriage...
‘Just Get Over It’ and Other Horrible Suggestions for Anxiety – Atlanta Anxiety Counseling
Most people who have never experienced true anxiety have no clue what it’s like! As an Atlanta anxiety counselor, I know how it goes. People mean well when they say ‘Just stop worrying about it, everything will be fine’, but they don’t really know what it’s like....
A Few Things About Fighting…Couples Counseling Atlanta
You walk into the house after a long day of work, and you can tell she’s going to do it again. She’s angry that you’re 15 minutes late and you didn’t stop at the store for milk like she asked. You turn the TV on, hoping she won’t start yet another argument. She starts...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.