LaVerne Collins

Feeling Everything Would Just Be Too Much Over the next couple of weeks, I will be sitting with anniversary reminders of some of the biggest losses of my lifetime. I have learned that some grief doesn’t stay in the moment where it began. It lingers. It gets folded into the family stories, the community rituals, the “way things are.” Over time, it stops being just an event and becomes a kind of inheritance—a quiet companion passed from one generation to the next. This is what happens when...

When you step into the world of counseling, you quickly realize that every person you meet carries a unique story. Their culture, background, and experiences shape how they see the world and how they heal. You might ask yourself, How can I truly support someone whose life is so different from mine? The answer lies in embracing inclusive mental health practices that honor diversity and foster genuine connection. This journey is not just about learning new techniques. It’s about opening your...