Here’s How to Get Support for Your Mindset & Mood

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, mentally exhausted, or like your sleep and focus are slipping, you're not alone — and you're not broken. Your brain and body are sending signals. They’re telling you it’s time to pause, listen, and take care.

But what happens when you know something isn’t right… and you don’t know what to do next?

That moment can feel paralyzing — especially when you’re navigating it on your own.

Let’s change that.

This post will walk you through:

• The types of professionals who can support your mental wellbeing 1:1

• A few simple questions to help you figure out who might be the right fit

• A flexible tool you can use right now to get relief between (or before) therapy visits

First, Know This:

There Are Many Paths to Support

Healing doesn’t have to look one specific way. You don’t have to wait until you “have it all figured out” to ask for help. In fact, there are a wide variety of professionals trained to walk with you — no matter where you’re starting from.

Here are some of the most common types of mental health professionals you can work with one-on-one:

• Clinical Psychologist: A doctorate-level professional who diagnoses and treats mental health conditions using evidence-based therapy and psychological testing.

• Therapist: A general term for trained professionals (including counselors, psychologists, or social workers) who provide talk therapy.

• Social Worker: Supports individuals through counseling and connecting them to essential resources, often focusing on systemic issues.

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW): A social worker with clinical training who provides therapy and mental health diagnosis.

• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC): Offers talk therapy focused on emotional regulation, coping skills, and navigating life’s challenges.

• Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT): Specializes in relationship dynamics, offering therapy to couples and families.

• Psychiatrist: A medical doctor who diagnoses mental health disorders and can prescribe medication.

• Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP): Can assess, diagnose, and prescribe medications with a more holistic, nursing-centered lens.

• Somatic Therapist: Uses movement, breathwork, and body-based practices to help process trauma and regulate the nervous system.

• Neuroscience Health Coach: Helps clients build healthy habits and nervous system resilience using brain-informed strategies.

• Art Therapist: Uses creative expression as a tool for healing when words aren’t enough.

• Occupational Therapist (Mental Health): Supports emotional regulation and daily functioning through practical routines and skills.

• Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA): Uses behavioral interventions, often with individuals with developmental conditions.

• Pastoral Counselor: Offers spiritual-based guidance within therapeutic frameworks.

• Peer Support Specialist: Someone with lived mental health experience who provides non-clinical, empowering support.

Not Sure Where to Start?

Ask Yourself These 4 Questions:

1. Do I need a diagnosis, medication, or treatment for a serious mental health condition (like bipolar disorder, major depression, or schizophrenia)?
   → Start with a Psychiatrist or Clinical Psychologist.

2. Am I looking for emotional support, stress relief, or help navigating life changes (like grief, burnout, or relationships)?
   → Consider a Therapist, Counselor, or Social Worker.

3. Am I interested in a body-based or holistic approach to healing (like working through trauma or nervous system overload)?
   → Explore Somatic Therapists, Art Therapists, or Neuroscience Health Coaches.

4. Do I want to speak with someone who has lived experience and offers peer-based guidance?
   → A Peer Support Specialist may be a great match.

You don’t need to have the “perfect” answer. The most important step is reaching out and starting a conversation.

And If You Need Support Now —

Without a Waitlist

Sometimes, the care you need isn’t available right away. Or you want something to bridge the gap between appointments. That’s where Movement Genius comes in.

Movement Genius is an on-demand library of 300+ therapist-designed video sessions that support emotional regulation, mental clarity, and stress relief — through evidence-backed tools like:

• Movement and breathwork

• Mindfulness and nervous system regulation

• Trauma-informed body-based practices

Whether you're lying in bed feeling stuck, powering through a high-stress day, or waiting for your first therapy appointment, you can access real-time support that meets you where you are.

✨ No pressure. No prep. Just one small step toward feeling better. ✨

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