<?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[Heart and Hope Counseling]]></title><description><![CDATA[Therapy focused on empowering couples, individuals, and families through life's transitions and relationship challenges.]]></description><link>https://www.hearthopecounseling.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:28:01 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.hearthopecounseling.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[When Postpartum Feels Harder Than We Expected]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bringing a baby into the world is often described as one of life’s most joyful experiences. But for many parents, the postpartum period can also bring unexpected emotional and relational challenges. If you recently had a baby and find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or unlike yourself, you are not alone.]]></description><link>https://www.hearthopecounseling.com/post/when-postpartum-feels-harder-than-we-expected</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b8190bb8a357ec7577f03f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1d715e_011750a7f20b49dbb045557f63b96540~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Haley Pottkotter, MA, MFT</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[We Never Stop Grieving Because We Never Stop Remembering: Understanding Prolonged Grief]]></title><description><![CDATA[*Content note: This post discusses grief and loss and may be difficult to read for some readers. Grief is not a straight path. It doesn’t have a neat timeline, and it isn’t predictable. When someone we love passes away, the loss can ripple through every part of our lives—sometimes in ways we don’t even expect. For many people, grief doesn’t fade quickly; it may linger, surface unexpectedly, and affect daily life in ways that can feel heavy, confusing, or isolating. This experience is often...]]></description><link>https://www.hearthopecounseling.com/post/understanding-prolonged-grief-we-never-stop-grieving-because-we-never-stop-remembering</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6980ccb1447c2ea3d2848f5a</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1d1744470fb048019e26d4ba9b0e44ee.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Haley Pottkotter, MA, MFT</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Telehealth Therapy in Ohio: Accessible, Flexible, and Convenient]]></title><description><![CDATA[*Content note: This post discusses therapy and mental health services and may be helpful for those exploring care options. Life is busy and getting to therapy shouldn’t add more stress. Online sessions make mental health care more accessible while keeping your privacy safe. Instead of commuting to an office, you can meet from the comfort of your own home. Picture this: sipping your much-needed coffee, cozying up with your pet under your favorite blanket, and doing meaningful, transformational...]]></description><link>https://www.hearthopecounseling.com/post/evidence-based-therapy-for-postpartum-mothers-in-rural-community</link><guid isPermaLink="false">684b1ec4ef70c6f7b200613a</guid><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 19:39:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_fff4f1e54c534bf091ff85251c83015e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Haley Pottkotter, MA, MFT</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>