Renewed Hope Counseling

Today, we recognize Juneteenth, a powerful reminder of resilience, freedom, and the ongoing journey toward justice. On June 19, 1865—two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation—enslaved Black Americans in Galveston, Texas were finally informed of their freedom.

Juneteenth is not just a historical moment—it’s a celebration of Black strength, culture, and contributions, and a call to continue the work of equality and healing.

At Renewed Hope Counseling, we stand in solidarity with our Black community members and honor their stories, struggles, and joy. Mental health is deeply connected to historical and generational experiences, and we are committed to creating safe, inclusive spaces for healing, growth, and empowerment.

Let today be a time for reflection, education, and celebration.

Freedom is not just a moment—it’s a movement.

"I am the one-in-five and recovery is possible. I will never say I am recovered because recovery is an ongoing process…I am recovering. I have shared my story and I encourage you to do the same. The only way to normalize mental health and reduce stigma is to share our stories and keep the conversation going."
- Nicole Ekiss, LCSW

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone — Renewed Hope Counseling How many times have you thought about saying those words to someone, but held back out of fear of offending or upsetting them?  Maybe you’ve said the words out loud only to be met with defensiveness or anger.  Why is it that those words are so hard to hear?  What is it abo

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How to Talk to Kids About the Shooting in Texas — Renewed Hope Counseling As a therapist to young children and families, I wish I did not have to write articles like this one. However following the recent school shooting in Texas , I received countless texts, messages on social media platforms, and was even asked to sit down with the local news to explain how to talk to