Megan Byers

Loneliness became a greater concern during the coronavirus pandemic. This unprecedented event drastically altered the way people interacted with others in their daily lives. A large portion of the workforce left the office space to work remotely, and schools temporarily closed, causing children and adolescents to participate in school via online learning from isolated spaces

Did you know that kids and teens are more likely to experience positive life outcomes if they have healthy relationships with other kids their age? Indeed, the quality of these early connections have a significant impact on a young person’s development in several areas. For instance, studies show that positive peer relationships can make teens: 

Relationships can be some of the most meaningful parts of life. If we pause to think about our best memories so far, there’s a good chance someone else played a part in making them so special. And when life gets really tough, many times it’s someone else’s support that gets us through and reminds us

Here at Mountain Counseling & Training, Inc., we provide mental health services to children, teens and their families. We understand that youth today face many challenges that can impact their mental health – relationships with peers, social media, complex family dynamics, and school, to name a few. Most concerningly, mental health challenges such as anxiety,

If you are interested in starting therapy with us at Mountain Counseling & Training, Inc. (MCT for short!), welcome! We’re so glad you’re here!  If you’re wondering what the first steps look like, check out our blog post that discusses everything about what you can expect from the initial intake process.  Here we’ll explore the

In a culture where technology’s advances command our daily attention, we can sometimes feel bogged down by the information overload and overstimulation of it all. Majority of school days are spent sitting down indoors at a desk, perhaps with a computer screen, and many jobs are this way too. At the end of the day,

A well-known way to “give back” is volunteering. It’s a chance to help your neighbors and make a positive difference in the community. But did you know that helping others can also be a gift you give yourself? As cliche as that sounds, research shows* that there are numerous benefits to one’s mental health simply

Hello and warm wishes from Mountain Counseling & Training (MCT for short)! People find themselves at MCT through all sorts of avenues. Maybe you found us on your own or maybe a teacher, family member, or friend connected you. Perhaps you were referred to us by a doctor, another therapist, social worker, or some other