Thrive Counseling Blog:
From the Heart of Thrive + The Intern’s Couch
From the Heart of Thrive
This section features blog posts written by the leadership and full-time therapists at Thrive Counseling Services. These pieces offer a window into the personal journeys, lessons, and real-life experiences that shape the way our team approaches therapy and leadership today. Expect honest reflections, practical mental health tips, and stories from the heart of our practice.
Topics you’ll find here:
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The path to becoming a therapist or practice owner
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Personal stories about overcoming adversity
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Leadership in private mental health practice
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Therapist perspectives on trauma, healing, and resilience
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Finding balance and growth as a mental health provider
The Owner’s Truths
The Owner’s TruthsThe Part No One Tells You About Owning a Group PracticeThe Parts of Group Practice Ownership No One Talks About By Laura Kietell, MSW, LCSW - Psychotherapist & Owner of Thrive Counseling Services"As the owner of...
Reflections from a Therapist on Life, Growth, and Leadership
From the Heart of ThriveReflections from a Therapist on Life, Growth, and LeadershipReflections from a Therapist on Life, Growth, and Leadership By Laura Kietell, MSW, LCSW - Psychotherapist & Owner of Thrive Counseling...
The Intern’s Couch
Fresh Voices from Future Therapists
Step into the minds of our incredible graduate interns as they reflect on what it’s like to study, train, and begin their careers in the world of mental health. The Intern’s Couch highlights personal growth, lessons from the field, and the transformative experience of becoming a therapist in today’s world.
Topics you’ll find here:
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First impressions from the therapy room
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Intern takeaways from supervision and group sessions
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Balancing academic theory with real-world client care
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Reflections on trauma-informed care, mindfulness, and empathy
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Stories of challenge, courage, and connection during clinical training
Hear directly from the next generation of therapists, because we’re all always learning.
Choosing Change: My Journey into Social Work
The Intern’s CouchFresh voices. Honest reflections. Real growth from the next generation of therapists.Choosing Change: My Journey into Social WorkMeet Maddy Keslar Maddy is a Cheyenne native and...
From Imposter Syndrome to Inner Confidence: My Journey as a Thrive Intern
The Intern’s CouchFresh voices. Honest reflections. Real growth from the next generation of therapists.From Imposter Syndrome to Inner Confidence: My Journey as a Thrive InternMeet Collin Kosiba...
Why We Write
At Thrive Counseling Services, we believe storytelling is part of healing. Every therapist has their own story, a blend of challenges, triumphs, and lessons that shape the way they support others. These blog posts are a way to share those stories, offer hope, and break down the walls around mental health conversations.




