Joyful Living Behavioral Health

Depression isn't always obvious. Sometimes it looks like sadness, but other times it shows up as fatigue, a loss of interest in things you used to enjoy, or changes in how you sleep and eat.

It's one of the most common experiences people bring to therapy, and it's treatable. Support offers a space to understand what you're going through and to build tools that help, whether through approaches like CBT, interpersonal therapy, or mindfulness. You don't have to push through it on your own.

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Meet Seth Murphy, Professional Counselor Associate at Joyful Living Behavioral Health.

Seth earned his master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Bushnell University, following a bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Cincinnati. He primarily works with pediatric clients ages 6 and older, and also has experience supporting clients across all stages of life. With teens and adults, his style is trauma-informed, direct, strength-based, and solution-focused, drawing on CBT. With younger clients, he uses trauma-informed, client-led play therapy integrated with family therapy principles, believing that parental involvement is essential to meaningful progress. His specialties include trauma disorders, life transitions, school and family related issues, depression, and anxiety.

Outside of work, Seth enjoys exploring nature, traveling, resistance training, and basketball, and he's currently working toward his Open Water Scuba Diving certification.

Learn more about Seth and our team on our website.

The way we see ourselves shapes so much of daily life: the chances we take, the boundaries we set, the relationships we build. When self-esteem is low, it can show up as constant self-criticism or a quiet sense of never quite measuring up.

Those feelings often have roots worth understanding, whether in early experiences, comparison, perfectionism, or past relationships. Therapy offers a space to recognize where those beliefs began and to gently work toward a kinder, steadier relationship with yourself.

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Sometimes anxiety is easy to name. Other times it just shows up as restlessness, tension, or a mind that won't slow down.

It's one of the most common experiences people bring to therapy, and it's something you can learn to work with. Anxiety counseling offers a safe space to explore what's underneath the worry, identify your triggers, and build practical tools like reframing unhelpful thoughts and grounding yourself through mindfulness. Over time, those tools become something steady you can come back to.

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As the days get shorter and the pace of fall sets in, it's common to notice a shift in how you feel. Lower energy, changes in sleep, a dip in motivation, or a heavier mood can all come with the change of season.

For many people, small steps help: keeping consistent routines, getting outside for natural light, staying connected, and being patient with yourself as you adjust. When a low mood lingers or starts to affect daily life, that's worth paying attention to. Support is available, and reaching out is always okay.

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Meet Breyer Barkman, LCSW, a therapist at Joyful Living Behavioral Health.

Breyer is a licensed clinical social worker with a Master's in Conflict Resolution from the University of Oregon and an MSW from Pacific University. She describes her approach as direct, kind, and collaborative, prioritizing your safety and pace as you work together to reprocess the root of trauma rather than simply manage its symptoms.

Her practice focuses on trauma recovery using EMDR and IFS, supported by more than thirty years of experience helping people navigate addiction and codependency. Breyer is dedicated to helping clients reconnect with their true selves through a supportive healing journey.

Learn more about Breyer and our team on our website!

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day, a reminder that no one should have to face their hardest moments alone.

Reaching out, whether for yourself or for someone you care about, takes courage, and it matters. Support exists, healing is possible, and small moments of connection can make a real difference. If you're struggling, please know there are people ready to listen, without judgment.

If you or someone you know needs support, the 988 Su***de and Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7. Call or text 988.

At Joyful Living Behavioral Health, we're here to support our community's mental health year round.

Meet Brennon Roth, LPC, a therapist at Joyful Living Behavioral Health who works with teens and adults (ages 15+).

Brennon describes himself as a trauma-focused, person-centered therapist, with a focus on helping clients uncover existing strengths and build new ones to work through painful experiences, past or present. He draws from EMDR, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused approaches, and Internal Family Systems to support clients navigating PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and grief. His aim is a safe, respectful space where you feel secure and understood.

One more thing to know: he sometimes brings his puppy to work, and she loves meeting new people.

Learn more about Brennon and our team on our website.

Becoming a mother is one of life's biggest transitions, and it doesn't always feel the way people expect it to.

Alongside the joy, there can be exhaustion, anxiety, and a quiet pressure to have it all together. Those feelings are far more common than many new moms realize, and they're worth talking about. Therapy for new mothers offers a safe, non-judgmental space to process the emotional shifts, build coping strategies, and navigate the changes in identity that come with this season, including support for postpartum depression and anxiety.

Several of our clinicians, including Lorna Castleton-Carman and Huiying Jessica Tull, focus on supporting parents and families through pregnancy, the postpartum period, and beyond. More info on our team members on our site!

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What if the goal wasn't to get rid of difficult thoughts, but to change how you relate to them?

That's the heart of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT. Rather than trying to suppress hard emotions, ACT helps you make space for them without judgment, while clarifying your values and taking action toward what matters most. The aim is greater psychological flexibility and a life guided by what you care about.

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