Bridgette Pence

Supporting a child through grief can feel overwhelming, but with the right guidance, adults can provide comfort during such a challenging time. In this guide, Counselor Bridgette Pence of Nourished Wellness Therapy shares practical tips for creating a safe space for expression, using age-appropriate language, and encouraging healthy outlets for grief. Learn how to validate feelings and access local resources to help children process loss.

Feeling stressed? Your furry friend might be the perfect remedy! In this article, discover how spending time with animals, especially dogs, can boost your mood, lower stress, and improve mental health. From simple science-backed benefits to easy ways you can bond with your pet, learn how to tap into the therapeutic power of your four-legged companions.

In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, Great Falls counselor Bridgette Pence wrote a piece for the Great Falls Edit. Pence talks about how many of us grapple with inward struggles, while on the outside we maintain an appearance of having it “all together.” Read her professional perspective on the importance of taking care of the mind just as we would our body.