Lauren S. Grider Veterinarian and Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional

06/22/2024

is offering a new therapy group!
Announcing a new assertiveness skills group in Huntsville!
Learn how to:
✅ use simple, effective communication strategies
✅ set boundaries and advocate for needs
✅ use personal values to guide choices and behaviors
✅ manage anxiety about practicing assertiveness
✅ respond to negative feedback in helpful ways
When: Wednesdays at 6 PM, July 17 - August 14, 2024
Where: Common Ground Therapy Cowork, 604 Davis Circle SW, Huntsville, AL
Facilitator: Lauren S. Grider, ALC, NCC, CCFP
Clinical Supervisor: Jane Sweeney, LPC-S
Cost: $125 total for the five-week therapy group
Discounts available for students and healthcare workers.
The group is open to adults aged 19 years and up.
Email [email protected] to sign up.

01/23/2024

I am proud to announce that after spending the last 2.5 years completing the master's program in clinical mental health counseling at the University of North Alabama, I graduated in December and have been approved as an Associate Licensed Counselor in the state of Alabama as of today! In related news, I am also excited to announce the opening of HappyCat Counseling LLC, my new therapy practice. I have social media pages established on Facebook and Instagram for the business. The business' website should be active in the next 24-48 hours. I plan to start seeing clients on Tuesday, January 30th at Common Ground, a therapy co-work space near downtown Huntsville, AL. Jane Sweeney, LPC-S, of Sojourner Counseling in Madison, AL will be providing my clinical supervision. I plan to continue veterinary practice as a weekend emergency clinician through my veterinary relief business, and I plan to continue Introvets Podcast. (So, yes, I will still be a veterinarian.) Give me a follow over at my business' page if you'd like to stay up-to-date, and feel free to share it as well!

09/21/2023

is pleased to offer a 5-week career counseling group for 9th-12th grade high school students. Participants will use solutions-focused approaches to identify fulfilling career choices and to develop professional communication and wellness skills. Career assessments will be used to encourage exploration of a range of career options that reflect each participant’s values, skills, and life goals. Total cost for the five week course: $35. High school students in grades 9-12 are welcome. Participants must be at least 14 years of age to attend. Completion of a brief, confidential screening questionnaire is required prior to admission to the group. Participants are encouraged to commit to attending each of the five weekly sessions. Registration closes October 6, 2023. Contact: [email protected] or 256-212-0118 (text or call). Facilitated by Lauren S. Grider, CCFP, graduate student intern in clinical mental health counseling supervised by Maggie Futch, LPC.

08/19/2023

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08/18/2023

🐾 order here: https://apparel-lab.printavo.com/merch/introvets 🐾 - Check out this awesome artwork of the feline chili pepper rating system! Created for us by Stacey Schrimsher ♥️

08/17/2023

New merch just dropped! Get this design in a cool tank to beat the late summer heat! https://apparel-lab.printavo.com/merch/introvets

08/17/2023

A cat with rabies has exposed four members of a family from Hurtsboro in Russell County and 11 staff members at an Opelika veterinary hospital. In addition, a raccoon with rabies in Lee County has exposed one person. Read our full news release: bit.ly/3OXSsNZ.

06/23/2023

All healthcare workers in the human medical and veterinary fields qualify for participation. A brief, confidential screening process is required. Visit the website for more info: http://gettingunstuck.group

Psychoeducational groups utilize techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to provide education about mental health topics and to teach essential life skills. These groups focus on problem-solving, improving communication, assertiveness training, developing mindfulness, and prioritizing sel...

06/14/2023

A 6-week psychoeducational therapy group offered at Downtown Behavioral Health in Huntsville, AL. Wednesdays 6:30-8 PM, 7/12/23 - 8/16/23. Web address: http://gettingunstuck.group

02/06/2023

Our litter box is getting full! There’s still plenty of room though. 💩 🪰

Got a you’d like us to dump in? Send us their name along with a $5 donation via PayPal, Venmo or CashApp to

02/05/2023

Announcing a six-week psychoeducational therapy group for medical professionals in the Huntsville area! This group is offered by Downtown Behavioral Health at a special reduced rate. Learn more at http://gettingunstuck.group!

01/27/2023

Announcing a six-week psychoeducational therapy group for medical professionals in the Huntsville area! This group is offered by Downtown Behavioral Health at a special reduced rate. Please see the attached information to apply!

10/12/2022

Lauren and JJ investigate a cluster of odd symptoms in a dog, including lameness, lethargy, vomiting, and seizures.

This episode includes a review of hypocalcemia and hypoparathyroidism.

References:
1. Rothrock K, Shell L: Hypocalcemia (Canine). VINcyclopedia, 2017. www.vin.com
2. Rothrock K, Wasik B, Shell L: Hypoparathyroidism (Canine). VINcyclopedia, 2021. www.vin.com
3. Harper JA, Burchell RK: Comparison, accuracy, and precision of cage-side and reference laboratory analyzers: Ionized calcium. European Veterinary Internal Medicine Companion Animal Congress Proceedings, 2020.
4. Nowers T: Parathyroid disorders in dogs and cats. American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Conference Proceedings, 2017.
5. Ettinger SJ, Feldman EC: Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 6th Edition, 2004.
6. Galvao DB, et al.: Treatment of hypoparathyroidism. Kirk’s Current Veteirnary Therapy XV, 2014.