<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Stone Soup Counseling, LLC]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are a group psychotherapy group practice helping improve the mental health of adults, teens, children, and couples in the state of Maryland.]]></description><link>https://www.stonesoupcounseling.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 09:03:56 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.stonesoupcounseling.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Mental Health Awareness Month: Why it Matters and How to Show Up for Yourself]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every May, Mental Health Awareness Month invites us to pause and reflect on something that touches every single one of us: our mental and emotional wellbeing. At Stone Soup Counseling, this month holds special meaning. It is a time to speak openly about mental health, to push back against the stigma that still keeps too many people from seeking support, and to celebrate the courage it takes to prioritize yourself. Why Mental Health Awareness Month Matters Mental health conditions are...]]></description><link>https://www.stonesoupcounseling.com/post/mental-health-awareness-month-why-it-matters-and-how-to-show-up-for-yourself</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fa1e2f7c961ad0b9fe1306</guid><category><![CDATA[Mental Health & Wellness]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:44:11 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Tessa Cauley</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Autism Acceptance Month: Understanding, Accepting, and Supporting Autistic People]]></title><description><![CDATA[Autism Acceptance Month encourages us to move beyond simple awareness and toward something more meaningful: genuine understanding, inclusion, and respect for autistic people and their experiences. At our practice, we believe that starts with listening — to autistic individuals, to families, and to the growing body of research that continues to reshape how we understand autism. ​ What Is Autism? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how people perceive...]]></description><link>https://www.stonesoupcounseling.com/post/autism-acceptance-month-understanding-accepting-and-supporting-autistic-people</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fa1effe8404e31c7e93eef</guid><category><![CDATA[Neurodiversity]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Tessa Cauley</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>