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.

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The Difference Between a Nanny and a Household Manager: How Both Can Support Moms’ Mental Health

Parenting is a full-time job—and managing a home on top of that can often feel like two. Many Charlotte families are discovering that hiring professional household help not only brings balance and organization but also supports moms’ mental well-being.

At The Nanny Haven, we connect families with trusted nannies and household managers who lighten the mental load so parents can focus on what truly matters. Whether you need a nurturing childcare expert or a household manager to keep everything running smoothly, the right support can make daily life feel calmer, more balanced, and more joyful.

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Sharing the Mental Load: Rebalancing Parenthood Together

This blog post explores the often invisible mental load carried by women in parenting, offering practical strategies, real-life examples, and empowering resources to help couples share responsibilities more equitably and support each other's well-being.

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Finding Your Voice: Using Assertive Communication to Advocate for Yourself

This blog post empowers women to use assertive communication to advocate for themselves in relationships, work, and friendships by setting clear boundaries, expressing needs with confidence, and embracing tools like Never Split the Difference and other practical resources for building self-trust and emotional clarity.

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Redefining Success: Aligning Ambition with Personal Values

This blog post encourages high-achieving women to redefine success by aligning their ambitions with personal values, using motivational interviewing and tools like values card sorts to create a more authentic and fulfilling path forward.

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Can I Be Both Strong and Struggling?

This blog post empowers high-achieving women to embrace vulnerability as a strength, challenging the myth that they must choose between being strong and struggling, and offering insights inspired by Brené Brown’s research.

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