RESOURCES
At Empower Counseling, we believe in supporting your journey towards mental wellness not just within the confines of our clinic, but beyond. Our dedication to your health and well-being extends into every aspect of your life, which is why we offer a comprehensive array of resources designed to empower you, wherever you are.
The Pea that was Me:
An Egg-Donation Story
BY KIMBERLY KLUGER-BELL |
This acclaimed children's picture book (3-5 years old) makes it incredibly easy to start talking with your child about the special way they came into the world. Your child will want to hear about "the very kind egg donor" over and over again!
Written by a well-known psychotherapist who uses age-appropriate language and simple but clear concepts about the three things it takes to make a baby (eggs, sperm and a tummy to grow in), kids learn that a "very kind lady" helped to bring them into their loving family.
Prenatal and Postpartum Depression & Anxiety
BEYOND THE BLUES
Beyond the Blues: 2024 Edition - Essential Resources for New Parents and Professionals
This 2024 edition of Beyond the Blues contains the most current pregnancy and postpartum resources for the prevention and treatment of mental health challenges for all new parents. Updated information and research about medications, as well as complementary and alternative options, are included. Direct and compassionate, it is required reading for those suffering before or after the baby is born and for all professionals working with them.
In Pursuit of Better Mental Health and Wellness
CONTENT TO PROVIDE TIPS AND STRATEGIES FOR HELP AND HEALING
Explore our range of online resources designed to complement our counseling services. We understand that healing and growth are ongoing processes that continue even after leaving our clinic. That's why we've curated an extensive library of self-help tools, educational materials, and access to important phone numbers, ensuring you have the guidance and resources you need to thrive in every aspect of your life.
At Empower, we are more than just a clinic; we are a partner in your journey towards mental health and wellness. If you require further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out! Send us a message or give us a call, and we will be happy to guide you in the right direction.
PHONE NUMBERS
Phone | 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Text | Text BEGIN to 88788
Free. Confidential. 24/7.
RAINN Website | Click here.
When you call 800.656.HOPE (4673), you’ll be routed to a local RAINN affiliate organization based on the first six digits of your phone number. Cell phone callers have the option to enter the ZIP code of their current location to more accurately locate the nearest sexual assault service provider.
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
Phone | Dial 988, then press 1
Text | 838255
Mindfulness Coach is for people dealing with emotional difficulties or looking to sustain positive coping strategies. It can be utilized on its own or to complement face-to-face treatment with a healthcare provider.
PTSD Coach is an app designed for people with or at risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It provides education, care information, a self-assessment, and support resources, alongside tools for managing daily stress like relaxation techniques and positive self-talk.
CPT Coach supports individuals undergoing Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) with a qualified professional. It offers materials to help manage treatment and stay on track with assignments between sessions.
POSTPARTUM SUPPORT INTERNATIONAL
"It is the vision of PSI that every woman and family worldwide will have access to information, social support, and informed professional care to deal with mental health issues related to childbearing. PSI promotes this vision through advocacy and collaboration, and by educating and training the professional community and the public."
YOU BEGAN AS A WISH
BY KIM BERGMAN | Children conceived using third-party assisted reproduction often have questions and want to know where they came from. As parents we sometimes forget that telling our kids the truth right from the start is always best! This wonderful children's book written by Dr. Kim Bergman, author of Your Future Family:
The Essential Guide to Assisted Reproduction, and beautifully illustrated by Irit Pollack, answers those questions in simple, easy to understand language. Use this book to help your children understand all the parts that came together to make them who they are, beginning with a wish!
HAPPY TOGETHER:
AN EGG DONATION STORY
BY JULIE MARIE |
Happy Together, an egg donation story, is a heartwarming book to help introduce the concept of egg donation to a young child. A story told through clear language and cheerful illustrations, readers will join Mommy and Daddy bear on the journey to fulfill their greatest wish of becoming parents.
With help from a doctor, an egg from a special lady called a donor and Daddy’s seed, a baby grew in Mommy’s tummy and was welcomed with great joy. This is 1 in a collection of 13 Happy Together books to help introduce young children to IVF, donor conception and surrogacy.
LOCATED IN BOISE, ID AND AUGUSTA, GA!
LOCATED IN BOISE, ID AND AUGUSTA, GA!
WELCOME
to Empower Counseling Services! We're here to support your personal growth and emotional well-being. Our compassionate team offers a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings while helping you navigate life's challenges.