Mind Over Mountains
Welcome to Climbing Hills Counseling’s blog, Mind Over Mountains.
A space for honest conversations, expert insights, and gentle guidance on the journey to emotional wellness.
At Climbing Hills Counseling, we know that even the most capable, high-achieving women can feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in self-doubt. Mind Over Mountains is here to support you—whether you're navigating the weight of perfectionism, adjusting to motherhood, or searching for a more grounded, authentic version of yourself.
Led by Dr. Lauren Chase, a licensed therapist who specializes in working with high-achieving women and perinatal mental health, each post offers compassionate advice, evidence-based strategies, and real-world tools to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered.
Take a breath. You don’t have to climb alone. This is your space to pause, reflect, and keep rising—one step at a time.
Be the Thermostat, Not the Thermometer: How Moms Can Lead Emotional Regulation for Their Children
This blog post explains how moms can act as emotional thermostats—using calm regulation and empathy, grounded in Child-Centered Play Therapy and CPRT—to create a secure, balanced environment that helps children develop emotional resilience.
The Power of Encouragement Over Praise in Child-Centered Play Therapy
This post explores the powerful difference between praise and encouragement from a Child-Centered Play Therapy perspective, highlighting how shifting from external approval to reflective recognition fosters children’s self-worth, autonomy, and emotional growth.
What Is Self-Care Really—and Why It Matters More Than You Think
Self-care is an essential, non-negotiable practice that supports your mental, emotional, and physical well-being, helps prevent burnout, and begins with small, intentional actions tailored to your needs.
Attached and Empowered: How Understanding Your Attachment Style Can Help High-Achieving Women and Moms Thrive
This blog post explores how understanding your attachment style through the lens of Attached by Amir Levine can help high-achieving women and moms build healthier relationships, parent with greater empathy, and reconnect with their emotional needs without guilt.