KD HOLMES, MS, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED

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KD' s father holding a massive Louisiana crab

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A Lesson on Water Moccasins

The sorrow over my father's death lingers, a deep ache in my heart, triggered by reminders. Today is one of those days, the anniversary of his...

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Suicide and Depression | KD Holmes, LPC | KDH Counseling

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Understanding Tragedy: Why Did My Grandfather Choose to End His Life?

One of my most cherished memories of my grandfather, Pappa Joe, is the time we all gathered and had a blast breakdancing. Of course my grandmother...

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KDH Counseling Holiday Stress

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Mental Health and the Holidays

Surviving the Holiday Stress (a.k.a. the Zombie Apocalypse) The holidays can be a magical time, with sparkling lights, festive music, and gatherings...

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KD and father on a boat

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Lean into It!

It’s been a long time since I had an adventure. I have been consumed by my day-to-day responsibilities of my relationship, work, family. I try to fit...

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Holiday's Stress

6 min read

Laughing and Crying Through the Holidays

The holiday season can be a magical time filled with laughter, joy, and cherished traditions. However, beneath the surface of all the joy and...

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KDH Counseling and COVID 19 and Trauma

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Is COVID-19 A Traumatic Event?

The COVID-19 world crisis can be traumatic, especially since it has impacted the entire globe. The terror, powerlessness, and shock can leave us with...

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KD Holmes, LPC Crisis Counseling

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How Does Therapy Address Crisis: COVID-19

So much of my practice centers around anxiety, trauma, phobias, panic disorder, obsessions, compulsions, and unhealthy coping patterns related to...

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Grief and The loss of a Parent

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.....And Just Like That, He Was Gone

Shock It's hard to imagine that a man that looked like this, could die. I don’t think anything can prepare you for the death of a parent. Whether...

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KDH Counseling and depression help for adults and teens

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The Neverending Blahs

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) isn’t just feeling sad. It’s gripping, immobilizing, and a challenge that leaves a lasting mark on a person’s quality...

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