What a road.  I have trudged through all manner of wind, mud, hail, and road blocks to arrive here.  From seriously lacking sleep to missing out on all kinds of fun activities to writing lengthy papers on some obscure topics…I made it.  My final practicum was a success and I learned a lot from the wonderful ladies at Prevail, Inc. in Noblesville, IN.  My last five classes resulted in all “A”s, which I consider a complete miracle after all kinds of challenges, including my very first, and hopefully last, car accident.  I think I can now say that I have recovered fully from a concussion and bruises…I was very fortunate.

During a trip to a cabin in Tennessee, complete with a waterfall in the back yard…a graduation present to myself, I had a chance to pause and reflect on this strenuous and lengthy journey.  It was fraught with perils, yes, but it was also filled with amazing opportunities for personal and professional growth.  I think I have determined the one thing that I have learned most deeply and clearly along this path: what I can and cannot control.  In the words of the serenity prayer, I have gained a substantial portion of “the wisdom to know the difference.”  For this I am most grateful.

I have also learned who my true friends and supporters are.  The ones who tirelessly cheered for me, encouraged me, pushed me, carried me, lifted me, dragged me, and prayed for me.  You know who you are.  I cannot thank you enough for loving me through this.

My thanks to God, for seeing me through this.  I catch myself sighing so often these days since graduation, completely content, with enough time now to really feel and enjoy the peace that lives in my heart.  I feel authentic and true to my calling, doing now what I was born to do.  I’m looking forward to a wonderful summer spending time with my sons, family, and friends.  I am so excited to write again, about the things that I am most passionate about.  Life is good.  The best.  I am filled with joy!!!

I am now working in a private practice seeing individuals, couples, and families at Family Tree Counseling Associates in Carmel, IN, just north of Indianapolis.  If you have any questions about therapy or Family Tree, or you are ready to begin your journey toward healing the wounds of your heart, feel free to send me a message at neisenmanftca@gmail.com.  I will be happy to respond promptly.  Thanks for reading!  More posts to come soon.

Nancy Eisenman, MSW is an individual, marital, and family therapist. She specializes in couples and marriage counseling, individual counseling, group and family counseling. Nancy serves the surrounding areas of Carmel, Westfield, Zionsville, Fishers, and Noblesville. E-Counseling available for residents of Indiana.

©2014, Nancy Eisenman

©2014, Nancy Eisenman