Columbus Therapist Empowers Mississippi Families to Thrive During Holiday Season; Releases Free Family Wellness Guide
As families across Mississippi prepare for the upcoming holiday season, local mental health expert Edward Yeates is helping them transform potential stress into opportunities for deeper connection and joyful memories.
Edward Yeates, Licensed Professional Counselor and founder of Yeates Family Consulting in Columbus, has developed a free “Holiday Mental Health Wellness Guide” to equip Mississippi families with practical tools for navigating the season with confidence and grace. The comprehensive resource is now available at yeatesconsulting.com/holiday-guide.
“The holidays are actually an incredible opportunity for families to strengthen their bonds and create lasting positive memories,” explains Yeates, who has been serving Mississippi families for over a decade. “With the right strategies and realistic expectations, families can truly enjoy this special time together.”
Turning Challenges Into Opportunities
While Yeates’ practice sees increased appointment requests during the holiday months—a natural response as families seek to make the most of the season—he’s found that proactive planning makes all the difference.
“When families come in before or during the holidays, we’re seeing more and more success stories,” Yeates notes. “Parents learning to set healthy boundaries, couples communicating better about expectations, and children feeling secure and happy. It’s really encouraging.”
The guide includes conversation scripts for respectful boundary-setting, tools for maintaining family wellness, and age-specific strategies for helping children feel secure during gatherings.
Five Signs Your Family Is Ready for Growth
Yeates encourages Mississippi families to recognize these signs as opportunities to strengthen their family unit:
- Energy Shifts: Changes in sleep or energy levels signal it’s time to prioritize self-care
- Need for Connection: Moments of withdrawal are perfect opportunities to check in with loved ones
- Communication Opportunities: Disagreements offer chances to practice healthy conflict resolution
- Physical Awareness: Your body’s signals remind you to slow down and practice wellness
- Mindful Choices: Recognizing the need to moderate habits shows healthy self-awareness
Empowering Strategies for Joyful Holidays
Yeates offers evidence-based strategies that Columbus families are successfully implementing:
Embrace Authenticity: “The most memorable holidays are the real ones,” Yeates advises. “Focus on genuine connection over perfection. Your family will remember laughter and warmth, not whether the table setting was flawless.”
Communicate Proactively: “Clear, kind communication creates peaceful gatherings,” Yeates emphasizes. Open conversations about expectations, schedules, and preferences help everyone feel respected and heard.
Honor Family Rhythms: Maintaining familiar routines helps everyone feel grounded. “When children have their regular sleep and meal schedules, they’re better able to enjoy special holiday activities.”
Practice Intentional Spending: “Financial peace comes from aligning spending with values. Many families are discovering that thoughtful, modest gifts create more joy than expensive pressure.”
Free Resource Supports Mississippi Families
The “Holiday Mental Health Wellness Guide” includes:
- Practical checklist for family wellness
- Positive communication scripts for challenging conversations
- Age-appropriate strategies for supporting children’s emotional well-being
- Mental health resources for Columbus and Mississippi
- Self-care action plan for parents and caregivers
- Faith-integrated approaches for Christian families
The guide is available as a free download at yeatesconsulting.com/holiday-guide with no registration required.
“I wanted to create something that genuinely helps families flourish,” Yeates explains. “These are practical, proven strategies that real families are using successfully to create holidays they actually look forward to.”
Investing in Family Wellness
Yeates views the holidays as an ideal time for families to invest in their relationships and emotional health. Professional support can be especially valuable for families wanting to establish healthier patterns, improve communication, or work through specific challenges.
“The families who reach out for support are the strong ones,” Yeates emphasizes. “They’re being proactive about their family’s wellbeing. That’s something to celebrate.”
Building Stronger Communities
Yeates is passionate about normalizing mental health support in rural Mississippi. “In Columbus and communities like ours, when families thrive, everyone benefits. We’re seeing more openness, more courage, and more families choosing wellness—and that positive ripple effect strengthens our entire community.”
About Yeates Family Consulting, LLC
Founded in 2015, Yeates Family Consulting provides comprehensive mental health services to children, adolescents, and families in Columbus, Mississippi. The practice specializes in family therapy, individual counseling, couples therapy, and faith-integrated treatment. Founder Edward Yeates, LPCS, NCC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping Mississippi families build resilience and thrive.
For more information or to download the free Holiday Mental Health Wellness Guide, visit https://yeatesconsulting.com or call 662-570-1109.
MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Edward Yeates is available for interviews and expert commentary on holiday family wellness topics. High-resolution photos and the Holiday Mental Health Wellness Guide are available upon request.
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