When words fall short, it can feel frustrating and isolating. You may know something is stirring inside, but struggle to put it into language—or feel like talking about it just isn’t enough. In those moments, creativity can offer another way forward. In this post, Lizzie Oekerman, LPC-Associate (supervised by Kerry Williamson, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S, CST), shares how she integrates expressive arts—using art, music, movement, and writing as creative tools—into counseling to support healing and self-discovery for children, teens, and adults alike  Read More

It can be easy to dismiss certain habits as “normal” or “not that bad”—scrolling late into the night, overspending, overeating, or pouring another drink. But when these behaviors begin to feel unmanageable, the shame and secrecy can be overwhelming. In this post, Lizzie Oekerman, LPC-Associate (supervised by Kerry Williamson, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S, CST), explores how addiction counseling offers a safe, nonjudgmental space to understand the “why” beneath the behavior and find new freedom, balance, and connection.  Read More

Amid the excitement of planning a wedding, it’s easy to get caught up in details like venues, guest lists, and travel plans—while overlooking the most important part of it all: your relationship. Premarital counseling is one of the most meaningful investments you can make in your future together. In this post, Lizzie Oekerman, LPC-Associate (supervised by Kerry Williamson, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S, CST), introduces SYMBIS (Save Your Marriage Before It Starts), an evidence-based framework that helps couples build a stronger foundation of connection, communication, and shared vision for the years ahead.  Read More