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New Year, New Goals: A Mental Health–Centered Approach to Growth

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Every January, we’re surrounded by messages about becoming “better” versions of ourselves. Set bigger goals. Work harder. Fix what’s broken. From a mental health perspective, that framing often does more harm than good. At Alfrey & Pruitt Counseling, we see this every year: people who are already exhausted trying to overhaul their lives overnight. Instead […]

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We’re Moving Back Under One Roof! Alfrey & Pruitt Counseling Is Consolidating to Our Main Office

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We’re excited to share an important update for our clients, referral partners, and community:Beginning January 2026, all Alfrey & Pruitt Counseling services will be offered under one roof at our main location — 403 Lexington Circle in Grand Island. This move allows us to bring our full team together in one coordinated, trauma-informed space while

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Supporting Our Community: Local Food & Crisis Resources Across Central Nebraska

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Updated October 30, 2025 At Alfrey & Pruitt Counseling Services, we believe mental health care doesn’t stop at the therapy room door. Stability, safety, and access to basic needs are the foundation of emotional wellbeing. Many of the families and individuals we serve across central Nebraska face real challenges meeting those needs—especially as food costs

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Unpacking Childhood Trauma: Types, Signs, Adult Impact & Navigating Complex PTSD

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Have you ever felt like your past is still shaping your present, even if you can’t quite put your finger on why? Perhaps you struggle with certain relationships, find yourself overwhelmed by emotions, or face health challenges that seem to have no clear cause. For many, these lingering feelings and difficulties can be rooted in

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Recovery Beyond Sobriety: How Mental Health and Meaning Support Long-Term Healing

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Recovery beyond sobriety means focusing on healing, not just avoiding substances. At Alfrey & Pruitt Counseling, we believe that true recovery is more than abstaining from drugs or alcohol—it’s about rebuilding your life, understanding your story, and finding purpose again. Whether you’re a teen navigating probation, a parent trying to help your child, or an

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What Trauma-Informed Care Really Looks Like in Therapy

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Trauma-informed care in therapy is more than a label—it’s a foundation for how healing truly begins. At Alfrey & Pruitt Counseling, we believe that every person deserves to feel safe, respected, and understood. That’s why trauma-informed care isn’t just something we talk about—it shapes everything we do. But what does that actually look like in

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High-Functioning but Hollow: When Anxiety Hides Behind Achievement

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On the surface, everything looks fine — but for many living with high-functioning anxiety, that polished exterior hides a relentless internal storm. You meet deadlines. You show up. You’re the one people count on — reliable, capable, organized. But under that polished exterior, something else is happening: your mind won’t shut off. Rest feels impossible.

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Navigating Client Testimonials in Nebraska: What Therapists Need to Know

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As mental health professionals, we’re always walking the line between ethical practice and effective outreach. One question that continues to come up is: Can we use client testimonials to market our practice? Nationally, the conversation around testimonials is shifting. Many professional codes now allow clinicians to ask former clients—and in some cases, even current clients—for

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Confused about telehealth coverage? Learn the hidden truths behind insurance policies, what to ask providers, and how to avoid unexpected costs in your virtual care journey.

Navigating Telehealth Insurance Coverage: What They Don’t Tell You

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As we maneuver through an age where technology touches every corner of our lives, healthcare—especially mental health care—is no exception. The expansion of telehealth has been a game-changer for many, offering access to therapy from the comfort of our homes. But, let’s be honest: nobody truly talks about how perplexing insurance coverage for telehealth can

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Grief Is Not Weakness: How Love, Loss, and Healing Intersect

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Grief is one of the most powerful, painful, and misunderstood experiences we go through as human beings. And yet, in a world that often praises “strength” as silence or stoicism, we can find ourselves wondering if our grief is somehow too much—too heavy, too loud, or too long. But here’s the truth:Grief is not weakness.It

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