Teal Saguaro Wellness Blog
Our mission is simple: give our clients the education, tools, and resources that they need to feel happy, healthy, and capable of managing life’s pressures. Below is an aggregation of content that we have written or curated that we believe will offer you some insight into what holistic wellness is all about and how it plays an important role in maintaining positive health outcomes.
Teal Saguaro Blog Posts:
September 11, 2025
Violence and Grief: A Mental Health Providerโs Reflection
This blog post offers a trauma-informed reflection on the ripple effects of violence, urging compassion, tolerance, and community healing while guiding individuals and families through grief with practical support and prayer.
September 10, 2025
Cultivate Calmness Episode #102 - Brain & Body: Bridging Therapy & Chiropractic Care
Kaela sits down with Dr. Suzanne Pikula, DC, a trauma-informed, systems-oriented chiropractor and founder of several integrative clinics, to explore how bodywork can accelerate mental health healing.
September 8, 2025
What Pastor Kenโs Sermon Teaches Us About Singleness and Emotional Well-Being
This blog post reflects on Pastor Kenโs sermon about singleness, exploring how biblical wisdom and mental health principles align to show that worth, joy, and wholeness are found beyond relationship status.
September 5, 2025
Today I am reading "Gravity Is Bringing Me Down" by Wendelin Van Draanen
This beautifully written story follows a young girl who feels weighed down by all the challenges and frustrations in her life, only to discover new ways of looking at those struggles and finding strength in herself.
September 4, 2025
Cultivate Calmness Episode #101 - 101 Episodes: Two Years of Cultivating Calmness
I take a moment to reflect on what it means to have been sharing conversations, insights, and stories for over two years.
September 3, 2025
Jim Carrey and the Journey Through Depression: A Story of Healing and Authenticity
Comedian and actor Jim Carrey opens up about his lifelong battle with depression, exploring how fame, identity, and authenticity shaped his mental health journey and path to healing.
August 29, 2025
Today I am reading "Stanley's Secret" by John Sullivan
This heartwarming story follows Stanley, a quiet boy with an extraordinary hidden talent that he keeps to himself.
August 28, 2025
Cultivate Calmness Episode #100 - Parts Work: Exploring Internal Family Systems
I sit down with therapist and practice owner Emily Hanlon of Spiral Path Counseling to explore the power of Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and expressive arts therapy in supporting trauma recovery and self-care.
August 22, 2025
Learning & Connection at Yesterdayโs Mental Health CEU Luncheon
Our August CEU Luncheon in Central Ohio brought therapists and nurses together for community, connection, and a powerful talk on functional medicine.
August 21, 2025
Today I am reading "What Do You Do With a Problem?" by Kobi Yamada
This inspiring story follows a young child who comes face to face with a problem that feels overwhelming and impossible to solve. Instead of running away or ignoring it, the book gently guides readers through the process of facing challenges with courage, curiosity, and creativity.
August 20, 2025
Cultivate Calmness Episode #99 - My Story: Lessons From 30 Grief Anniversaries
Kaela shares her own story of losing her mom to ovarian cancer at the age of seven and reflect on what grief has looked like over the past 30 years.
August 17, 2025
COCA Coffee & Consultation: Building Connections Over Coffee
Join the Central Ohio Counseling Association for Coffee & Consultation, a networking event for counselors to connect, share referrals, and build community over coffee.
