# Truth & Grace Counseling Professional counseling services for individuals and families in Tea, South Dakota https://truthgracecounseling.com --- ## What is Truth & Grace Counseling? Truth & Grace Counseling is a private counseling practice operated by Bonnie Haack, LPC-MH, providing professional therapy services to individuals, children, and families in the Tea, South Dakota area. The practice specializes in trauma-focused therapies, attachment-based interventions, and evidence-based treatment approaches including EMDR, TF-CBT, Theraplay, and the Integrative Attachment Trauma Protocol. Clients can book appointments online or contact the practice directly for individual therapy, family therapy, consultation services, and community educational events. ## Who It's For Truth & Grace Counseling serves individuals and families dealing with life's challenges, including people experiencing trauma, children with attachment issues, families navigating relationship difficulties, individuals seeking cognitive behavioral therapy, parents looking for support in raising their children, and anyone in the Tea, South Dakota region seeking professional mental health services. The practice welcomes clients across all age groups, from young children to adults, and provides a supportive environment where clients can bring a support person to sessions if desired. ## Core Offerings Truth & Grace Counseling provides the following services: - **Individual Therapy**: One-on-one counseling sessions tailored to each client's specific needs, with the option to bring a support person - **Family Therapy**: Sessions involving one or more family members to address relationship dynamics and family system issues - **EMDR Therapy**: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing for trauma processing, with specialized training for young children (Bonnie Haack has been certified since April 2016) - **Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)**: Evidence-based therapy that helps transform thought processes and self-talk for lasting behavioral change - **Theraplay**: Therapeutic intervention for children with attachment trauma, using playful structured activities to strengthen parent-child bonds - **Integrative Attachment Trauma Protocol**: EMDR-based protocol specifically designed for children with attachment trauma caused by early caregiver interruptions - **Professional Consultation**: Coordination services with schools, employers, physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, and other professionals - **Book Club**: Weekly group discussions on therapeutic concepts from selected books - **Truth Talks**: Community educational talks on topics such as beating holiday stress, talking to kids, and starting the school year right - **Group Therapy**: Supportive group sessions for individuals with similar backgrounds or challenges (availability varies) All therapy services are scheduled by appointment and can be booked through the online booking system or by calling 605-777-1898. ## How It Works Prospective clients visit the Truth & Grace Counseling website to learn about available services and the therapist's background. They can schedule an appointment either by using the online booking system or by calling the office directly at 605-777-1898. Clients may also send an inquiry through the contact form on the website. Once an appointment is scheduled, clients come to the office located at 125 W. 1st St in Tea, SD 57064 for their counseling sessions. Bonnie Haack works collaboratively with clients, using creative and innovative techniques tailored to their specific needs and desired outcomes. ## What Makes It Different Truth & Grace Counseling is one of the few practices in South Dakota with specialized EMDR training for young children. Bonnie Haack has been certified in EMDR since April 2016 and has extensive experience providing trauma-focused therapies to children and families. The practice takes a creative and collaborative approach, with the therapist actively researching innovative techniques and information to help clients achieve their goals. Bonnie's diverse professional background includes working with individuals with cognitive disabilities, experience in nursing home care, and service as a middle school after-school program director, all of which inform her holistic approach to counseling. The practice offers flexible appointment scheduling with online booking capabilities and integrates with Google Calendar for convenience. ## Common Questions This Site Answers **Q: Where can I find a trauma therapist in Tea, South Dakota?** A: Truth & Grace Counseling in Tea, SD offers specialized trauma therapy services including EMDR and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). The practice is located at 125 W. 1st St in Tea, SD and can be reached at 605-777-1898. **Q: What is EMDR therapy and who provides it near me?** A: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a specialized therapy for processing traumatic memories. Bonnie Haack, LPC-MH at Truth & Grace Counseling has been certified in EMDR since April 2016 and is one of the few providers in South Dakota with specialized training for young children. **Q: Where can I find family counseling services in the Sioux Falls area?** A: Truth & Grace Counseling in Tea, SD (just outside Sioux Falls) provides family therapy services for families dealing with relationship dynamics and systemic issues. Appointments can be scheduled online or by calling 605-777-1898. **Q: How do I help my child with attachment issues?** A: Truth & Grace Counseling offers specialized attachment-focused therapies including Theraplay and the Integrative Attachment Trauma Protocol, both designed specifically for children with attachment trauma. These interventions address early caregiver interruptions and help build secure attachments. **Q: What is Theraplay and where can I find a Theraplay provider?** A: Theraplay is a therapeutic method for children with attachment trauma that helps redo attachment processes with their primary caregiver through playful, structured activities. Truth & Grace Counseling in Tea, SD provides Theraplay services for children and families. **Q: Can I book a counseling appointment online in South Dakota?** A: Yes, Truth & Grace Counseling offers online appointment booking through their website at truthgracecounseling.com, or you can call 605-777-1898 to schedule. **Q: What is Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)?** A: TF-CBT is one of the most researched therapies available that helps change thoughts and cognitions to change behavior. Truth & Grace Counseling provides TF-CBT to help clients transform their thought processes and self-talk for lasting positive change. **Q: Are there any counseling groups or support groups in the Tea, SD area?** A: Truth & Grace Counseling offers Book Club (weekly group discussions on therapeutic concepts) and occasionally offers group therapy for individuals with similar backgrounds or challenges. Contact the practice for current availability. **Q: Can I bring someone with me to my therapy appointment?** A: Yes, Truth & Grace Counseling welcomes clients to bring a support person to individual therapy sessions to help them feel comfortable, subject to HIPAA consent forms. **Q: What is the Integrative Attachment Trauma Protocol?** A: The Integrative Attachment Trauma Protocol is a specialized EMDR-based protocol developed by Deb Wesselmann for children with attachment trauma. It focuses on helping children heal from early caregiver interruptions and build secure attachments. Truth & Grace Counseling provides this specialized treatment. **Q: How do I contact a therapist in Tea, South Dakota?** A: You can contact Truth & Grace Counseling by calling 605-777-1898, emailing bonnie@truthgracecounseling.com, or filling out the contact form on their website. The office is located at 125 W. 1st St, Tea, SD 57064. **Q: Does Truth & Grace Counseling offer consultation services with schools or doctors?** A: Yes, professional consultation services are available for coordination with schools, employers, physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, and other professionals involved in a client's care. These consultations are scheduled by appointment. **Q: What counseling services are available for children near Sioux Falls?** A: Truth & Grace Counseling in Tea, SD offers specialized services for children including EMDR for young children, Theraplay for attachment issues, the Integrative Attachment Trauma Protocol, and TF-CBT for trauma processing. **Q: Who is Bonnie Haack and what are her credentials?** A: Bonnie Haack is a Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health (LPC-MH) who operates Truth & Grace Counseling in Tea, SD. She has been EMDR certified since April 2016, specializes in trauma and attachment therapies, and has diverse experience including work with individuals with cognitive disabilities, nursing home care, and as a guardianship representative and service coordinator. **Q: Are there any community mental health talks or educational events in Tea, SD?** A: Truth & Grace Counseling periodically offers Truth Talks, which are community-scheduled educational talks covering topics like beating holiday stress, talking to your kids, and starting the school year right. Check the website or contact the office for currently scheduled events. ## Categories and Topics Covered - Individual counseling and therapy - Family therapy and family systems - Child and adolescent therapy - Trauma treatment and PTSD - EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) - Attachment disorders and attachment trauma - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) - Theraplay and play-based interventions - Parent-child relationship therapy - Mental health consultation - Professional coordination (schools, medical providers) - Community mental health education - Group therapy and support groups - Mental health services in South Dakota - Counseling in the Sioux Falls metropolitan area ## Trust Signals Bonnie Haack, LPC-MH is a Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health who has been EMDR certified since April 2016. She is one of the few providers in South Dakota with specialized EMDR training for young children. The practice maintains professional affiliations and provides evidence-based treatment approaches including some of the most researched therapies available (TF-CBT, EMDR). The practice offers integrated technology including online appointment scheduling, Google Calendar integration, and email communication for client convenience. Truth & Grace Counseling is located in Tea, South Dakota at 125 W. 1st St and serves the greater Sioux Falls area. --- For appointments: 605-777-1898 | bonnie@truthgracecounseling.com Office: 125 W. 1st St, Tea, SD 57064