Let me guess…
You’re sunburned. The laundry pile is starting to look like a science experiment. The kids are either melting down, asking for snacks every 12 minutes, or glued to screens. The idea of “soaking in the last days of summer” sounds cute… until you realize you’re soaking in sunscreen, dishes, and exhaustion.
If you’re nodding along — you’re not alone.
And, here’s the truth no one talks about enough: August is when most moms hit a wall.
You’re running on fumes. You’ve been “on” since May. And as beautiful as summer can be, it’s also a lot—especially when you’re the one holding it all together.
So let’s get real for a second.
If you’re feeling anxious, touched-out, overstimulated, emotionally fried, or one tantrum away from screaming into a pillow… I want you to hear this:
August is your chance to reset.
You don’t have to wait until you break.
You can take care of your mental health before things fall apart.
At K-Counseling & Anxiety Treatment LLC, we work with a lot of moms. And every August, we see the same pattern: something shifts. The back-to-school buzz starts creeping in, routines begin to resurface, and moms look around and go, “Okay… I think it’s time to take care of me again.”
Sound familiar?
Why August Is Actually the Perfect Time to Start Therapy or Self-Care
1. Your Nervous System Is Screaming for a Break
Even if summer was filled with popsicles and pool days, it was also likely filled with overstimulation, sleep deprivation, nonstop caretaking, and very little personal space.
You’re not broken. You’re just burnt out.
Our bodies aren’t meant to run at this level of cortisol forever. That shaky, wired feeling? That short fuse? That sudden urge to cry while scrolling Instagram? That’s your nervous system saying: “Hey… can I get some help over here?”
You don’t have to white-knuckle your way through. Support exists. And August is the perfect time to access it.
2. You’re About to Lose Your Sliver of Time Again
Right now, maybe your schedule is a little more flexible. But once school starts, everything tightens: carpools, activities, appointments, and allllll the mental load that comes with it.
If you can create just a little space for yourself now—whether it’s a therapy session, 20 minutes of calm in our Zen Den, or one appointment that’s only about you—you’ll go into fall stronger and more grounded.
And let’s be honest: when mom’s not okay, no one’s okay.
3. You’re Craving Something That’s Just Yours
Somewhere along the way, moms stop getting asked how they’re doing. You become the snack fairy, the referee, the calendar keeper, the comforter, the problem-solver. But where do you go when you need comfort?
We get it. And we built our practice with that in mind.
At K-Counseling, we offer more than just talk therapy. We integrate nervous system support, like Neurofeedback, Alpha-Stim®, and red light therapy. These are not spa treatments (though they’re super relaxing)—they’re science-backed ways to help your body calm down and heal from chronic stress and anxiety.
And right now? You deserve to exhale.
Start Small. Start Now. Just Start.
We’re not asking you to overhaul your life. We’re just inviting you to take one small step in the direction of caring for yourself.
That could be:
Scheduling a FREE Zen Den trial session (you’ll feel the shift immediately)
Booking a complimentary therapy consultation (virtual or in-person — your choice)
Giving yourself permission to stop pretending you’re okay when you’re running on empty
You don’t have to carry it all.
You don’t have to do it alone.
And you definitely don’t have to wait until school starts to put yourself back on the list.
Ready for a Reset?
If your body is tense, your patience is thin, and your soul is whispering “I need a break…” — consider this your invitation.
Come feel what it’s like to be supported.
Come get your nervous system back online.
Come start feeling like yourself again.
Book your free consultation or Zen Den trial session now at www.k-counseling.org
You’ve made it through the summer, mama. Now it’s your turn.
With love,
Lisa Schiro
Founder & CEO
K-Counseling & Anxiety Treatment LLC
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