Let our journey begin…

Welcome to the Finding Joy Counseling blog!

I want to start off by introducing myself. My name is Kate Massey, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. Mental health and helping people along their wellness journey is a passion of mine. We all face challenges in our lives, and sometimes we can feel alone in these battles. You are not alone! If you are in one of these battles, I would encourage you to find a counselor to help you gain the coping skills to get through the battle, as well as to gain a better understanding of patterns you may be facing in your lives.

Throughout our journey together, I will provide tips and tricks for dealing with mental health issues, provide some education on issues you may be facing, and even discuss some spiritual topics. It can be challenging to talk about the struggles we face. For many of us, this leads to us remaining stuck in unhealthy patterns. The good news is you don’t have to stay stuck! Freedom is just around the corner.

As I start this new journey, there are questions, but I know God told me this is the direction He has for my life. Bear with me as we start this journey and discover the kinks that will arise. There is a feeling of anticipation as God has opened this new season. Change can be hard for me, but that is where faith and trust come in. As I think about this new chapter, there is one verse that comes to mind. In Isaiah 43:19, God shared a message about starting a new journey: “For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness I will create rivers in the dry wasteland.”

For years, there has been a stigma about seeking mental health services. This has been slowly changing in recent years, but there can still be a hesitation for some people for a variety of reasons. If you have been experiencing hesitation about starting counseling, I hope these blogs encourage you to take that next step!