Millions of people in the United States struggle with the disease of alcohol or drug addiction.  But despite the availability of treatment, many are still confused by the path to recovery - specifically when it comes to "rehab".  Guest Natalie Garrett from The Harris House in St. Charles, MO gives us an inside look at what a treatment center does and what a client can expect in terms of levels of care, programs, counseling, medical care and so on.

If you or someone you know has questions or wants to receive an evaluation to see if treatment is the right next step, connect with Natalie at (314) 761-6926 or email [email protected].  

To talk about recovery coaching for addiction or to get family support connect with me at [email protected] or go to www.sonjamcoaching.com for more info.

For more information about Chesterfield Counseling, our team and our workshops - please visit http://chesterfieldca.com or email us at [email protected]

January is all about Goal Setting here at CCA.  But how do we set goals that are actually attainable? And what do we need to do in order to be successful?  Listen in as our coaches and counselors give their expert advice (and some personal stories) about this important topic.  Connect with us at: https://www.chesterfieldca.com/team-1-1

For more information about Chesterfield Counseling, our team and our workshops - please visit http://chesterfieldca.com or email us at [email protected]

Clients will often report that "a good listener" ranks at the top of the values that are important in a relationship.  But listening is so much more than just hearing what someone is saying.  It involves connecting with someone else's experience, empathizing with their feelings and showing them that you care by following their thoughts and stories.  Listen in as Kyle, Sydney, Grace and Sonja share some tips for elevating your listening skills especially during times when it is difficult!

Connect with our team at:
Kyle McClain  [email protected]
Sydney Walker  [email protected]
Grace Adams  [email protected]
Sonja Meyrer  [email protected]

For more information about Chesterfield Counseling, our team and our workshops - please visit http://chesterfieldca.com or email us at [email protected]

Did curiosity really kill the cat? Or is that an old wives tale constructed to keep people from looking too deeply at something that could cause them pain?

In this thoughtful episode, 4 members of our counseling team share their insight on the nature of curiosity and how it can help:

- mental health practitioners to put aside our own biases and assumptions.
- clients to become more introspective and examine the areas of their lives that might be "tender".
- prevent unnecessary conflict or defensiveness in relationships.

Like what you heard?  Connect with our team directly:
Chloe Steinberg      [email protected]
Mary Kate Mueller   [email protected]
Sandy Young           [email protected]
Sonja Meyrer           [email protected]

For more information about Chesterfield Counseling, our team and our workshops - please visit http://chesterfieldca.com or email us at [email protected]

In the latest episode of the Chesterfield Counseling Associates podcast, join coaches Ali McWilliams and Sonja Meyrer as they explore the transformative power of introspection in coaching. Their insightful discussion highlights how a profound understanding of our internal world—encompassing emotions, beliefs, and values—can dramatically enhance our overall well-being.

Discover how tools like the Enneagram and the emotions wheel can aid in this journey, and learn why addressing profound beliefs and traumas with professional support is crucial for true personal and spiritual growth.
 
Ali McWilliams: https://www.alimcwilliams.com/
Sonja Meyrer: https://www.sonjamcoaching.com/

The Road Back to You: https://www.amazon.com/Road-Back-You-... 
The Enneagram Journey with Suzanne Stabile: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 
Your Enneagram Coach: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...

For more information about Chesterfield Counseling, our team and our workshops - please visit http://chesterfieldca.com or email us at [email protected]

Listen in as Chloe and Sonja continue their conversation about setting healthy boundaries in relationships.  Catch PART 1 of this series in Episode 23.  

For more information about Chesterfield Counseling, our team and our workshops - please visit http://chesterfieldca.com or email us at [email protected]

In 2023, the Surgeon General released the findings of a study on “The Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation.”   Suffice it to say, the news is not good.  While it is normal for people to experience seasons of loneliness (during transitions, moves, loss of a loved one, life changes etc.,), this study seems to indicate that despite our technological  "connectedness,"  we now find ourselves more isolated than ever before.  And from a mental health standpoint, loss of connection can result in a myriad of issues including anxiety and depression. 

In this enlightening panel discussion, you will hear what our therapists are experiencing and what they suggest we can do to combat loneliness and isolation.  Spoiler alert: it starts with changing our own habits.  

For more information about Chesterfield Counseling, our team and our workshops - please visit http://chesterfieldca.com or email us at [email protected]

Having healthy relational boundaries can be difficult.  We often feel badly about setting limits because they might cause someone else to be unhappy.  Or we might use our boundaries to manipulate someone into doing something as a way of controlling them.  In reality, healthy boundaries can preserve friendship, ease anxiety and help us improve the way we love and respect the people we care about.  Listen in as therapist Chloe Steinberg has a frank Q and A with relationship coach Sonja Meyrer.  

For more information about Chesterfield Counseling, our team and our workshops - please visit http://chesterfieldca.com or email us at [email protected]

The data keeps rolling in: despite our limitless ability to connect with other people digitally, people are experiencing more loneliness than ever before. As it turns out, humans crave face-to-face, real-time interaction with others who understand us, encourage us and make us feel seen.  In this interview, spiritual advisor and coach Ron Sweet shares about the importance of male friendships in all phases of life.  Hear how he supports, mentors and coaches men through his practice here at CCA.  

For more information about Chesterfield Counseling, our team and our workshops - please visit http://chesterfieldca.com or email us at [email protected]

People who are on the journey to improved mental health often wonder if they should see a therapist or a psychiatrist and whether these services might overlap.  In reality, studies show that the answer is: both.  Join us as our in-house Psychiatrist Dr. Katherine Buchowski explains the role of a psychiatrist in supporting the work of therapy and how she serves her clients in a wholistic and team-centered approach. 

Connect with Katherine at: [email protected]
Connect with Sonja at: [email protected]

For more information about Chesterfield Counseling, our team and our workshops - please visit http://chesterfieldca.com or email us at [email protected]