There is something quietly powerful about waking up to a new day. Before the emails arrive, before the news updates, before we replay yesterday’s conversations in our heads, Scripture speaks a steady truth: “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is […]

September is Suicide Awareness Month, a time to remember that mental health is not just a medical concern—it’s a spiritual and relational one too. As parents and caregivers, we have a sacred calling to nurture not only our children’s bodies and souls but also their emotional well-being. One of the most powerful ways we can […]

Suicide can be such a hard topic to bring up. If you are having suicidal thoughts you may worry you will be judged by others and be labeled as “crazy”…you may be filled with shame and wonder if you should just keep your thoughts to yourself. If you have a friend who you are worried […]

Please be gentle with yourself as you consider this topic. Topics of suicide and self-harm may be triggering to some. Maintain awareness of your personal experience and take a break if needed. Suicide is a deeply painful issue that affects millions of individuals and families each year. According to the World Health Organization, close to […]

When someone begins the counseling journey, one of the most important decisions they’ll make is how often to meet with their counselor. While some may hope to “check in” when life feels overwhelming, the most effective path to healing and growth is through consistent, weekly counseling sessions—especially in the early stages of care. Both clinical […]

I was making dinner after a busy workday, juggling picking kids up from school and getting them to their activities, grabbing some groceries, and had a growing mental list of evening tasks. Simultaneously I was trying to answer homework questions for two of my kiddos and wondering where the third child is… why he isn’t […]