Welcome to the Prosper Counseling Blog.
The place where we embrace the intersection of faith and mental health.
You'll find resources, strategies, and tips to support you on your path toward holistic wellness for you and your family.
“The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.”
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
Her View From Home Featured Article: Thank You Lord, For This Little Life
Read Larissa Darter’s featured article on Her View From Home, where faith, mental health, and motherhood meet real-life honesty. This relevant piece offers encouragement for moms embracing simplicity in the pressures of modern parenting. Find simple things in life to savor if you want to experience more joy.
When Life Feels Like a Test: What We Can Learn From God in the Wilderness
We all face different tests and trial in life. These three tests: heart, soul, and strength— shape your walk with God. In this post, we explore what it means to love the Lord with your whole being, drawing from Exodus 17. Find faith-based insight, spiritual growth & Christian counseling support.
Her View From Home Featured Article: Motherhood and Teacups Aren’t Meant to Be Perfect
Read Larissa Darter’s featured article on Her View From Home, where faith, mental health, and motherhood meet real-life honesty. This powerful piece offers encouragement for moms navigating anxiety, self-doubt, and the pressures of modern parenting. Written with warmth and wisdom, Larissa invites you to find peace, purpose, and God’s grace in the everyday moments of motherhood.
When Rejection Hurts: How to Heal and Move Forward with Faith
Rejection hurts—but it doesn’t have to define you. At Prosper Counseling, we walk with you through the sting of rejection—whether from relationships, friendships, jobs, or life transitions—and help you find hope again. This blog explores the psychology of rejection, why it impacts your mental health, and how to overcome it using faith-based strategies, Scripture, and therapeutic tools. If you’re searching for Christian therapy for anxiety or counseling in Kansas City, the Ozarks, St. Louis, and beyond. This post offers encouragement, insight, and practical steps forward.
When Your Libido Feels Missing in Action: What’s Really Going On
Discover the top 4 reasons your sex drive may be suffering—from stress and hormone imbalances to postpartum burnout. Prosper Counseling shares natural supplement support backed by Women’s Health Network, plus mental health strategies to reconnect with your body, faith, and relationship. Written for Christian moms navigating emotional and physical overwhelm.
The Silent Parenting Habit That Hurts (Even If You Mean Well)
Discover the silent parenting habit that can unintentionally impact your child’s mental health. Learn how emotional attunement, gentle connection, and faith-based parenting can strengthen your bond and promote healing—especially for moms navigating anxiety and burnout.
The Power of Therapy Intensives: An Alternative to Healing for Trauma and Couples
Discover how therapy intensives can accelerate healing for trauma and strengthen relationships through EMDR and couples counseling. Ideal for busy adults, Christian couples, and anyone seeking deep, inner healing in Missouri or Kanas including: Springfield, Kansas City, and the Ozarks. Schedule a free consultation today.
The Hidden Impact of Trauma in Marriage
Learn about the hidden impact of trauma in marriage, how anxiety shows up in marriage, myths around couples counseling, and when it might be time to seek outside support.
When to Seek Counseling—and What to Expect
Explore the signs you might need therapy, what to expect from counseling sessions, and how to choose the right therapist. Learn the counseling vs. therapy difference, therapy costs, and where to find trusted Springfield therapists, Ozarks Counseling, and Kansas City therapy support through faith-based care at Prosper Counseling.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Finding Peace in the Chaos, 5 Strategies to Balance Being and Doing from a Christian Counselor
Feeling overwhelmed? Discover 5 strategies to find balance in being and doing as you manage a busy schedule. Christian counseling in MO & KS.
New Book Release: Prosper in Motherhood –Now Available on Amazon!
A new faith-based mental health book for moms! Prosper in Motherhood offers real stories of motherhood challenges and provides gentle and compassionate guidance from a mental health perspective, to help you prosper not only in your well-being but also in your motherhood journey!
Eleven Reasons to Practice Gratitude for Your Mental Health
Practicing gratitude actually is good for your well-being! Read eleven science-backed reasons why you should implement this daily practice for your emotiona, mental, physical, social, and spiritual well-being.
Parents of Pregnancy and Infant Loss
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness. Learn helpful strategies for finding support during the grieving and healing process. Read about how to help someone you know going through this difficult time.
How to find the right therapist for you!
Learn helpful tips for finding a therapist! Goodness of fit is important when looking for someone to guide you in your mental health journey. You need someone you trust, feel comfortable with, and someone who understand your unique situation and circumstance.
The Importance of Couples Communication: Strengthening Bonds and Building Trust
Learn effective communication strategies to build trust and connection with your partner. Read more to find helpful tools, examples, and an online download of Couples Communication and Emotional Regulation Cards.
In the Press: Prosper Counseling Interview on Mental Health and Business Ownership
An interview with Larissa Darter, owner of Prosper Counseling. Larissa shares stories that have shaped being a business owner and how they have impacted her career as a mental health therapist. Larissa shares what Prosper Counseling is all about and the mental health services available for women and couples.
What It Means to Prosper in Your Mental Health: The Story Behind the Name
Learn what it means to prosper in your mental health journey and the story behind our name.
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I’m Larissa!
You’re starting your mental health journey to wellness and wholeness, an I’m honored to be your guide in the process!