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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

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Glimmers and Microblessings: Small Shifts That Change Everything

Learn from Springfield Mo therapist about small shifts that have a big impact on your day to day. Glimmers and microblessings are small moments in our day that allow us to savor and notice good things and have positive effects on mental health and well-being.

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Prosper Counseling’s Family Guide: 40 Family Adventures in Branson & Bentonville for Quality Family Time and Connection

Looking for unforgettable ways to connect as a family? Our guide to 40 Family Adventures in Branson, MO and Bentonville, AR is packed with kid-friendly activities, local favorites, and creative connection prompts to make every outing meaningful. Whether you’re exploring Branson attractions like Sight & Sound Theatre, WonderWorks, and Silver Dollar City, or enjoying Bentonville family fun at Crystal Bridges, the Amazeum, or a Airship Coffee, this list will help you build memories that last. Perfect for families in the Ozarks, NWA, and Southwest Missouri looking for fun things to do with kids—weekend plans just got easier.

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26 Kid‑Friendly Springfield & Surrounding Spots That Build Family Connection, Springfield–Ozark–Nixa–Republic Family Fun: Where Memories (and Emotional IQ Skills) Grow

Discover 26 kid‑friendly spots in Southwest Missouri including: Springfield, Ozark, Nixa, and Republic surrounding areas. This guide was made with built‑in connection prompts so your family bonds—not just stays busy. Have fun exploring the surrounding area and creating core memories together! Find a favorite place and go back to again and again.

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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!

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