Hope and Healing Counseling Center LLC

11/20/2025

How are you? What are things that you can do for yourself? Hannah Kestner, MSW, Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, made this reminder about self-care and taking care of our well-being. To find out more about Hannah, visit https://hopeandhealingcounselingctr.com/hannah-kestner-msw-supervisee-in-lcsw.

11/19/2025

Shelley Ward MA, Resident in Counseling wrote about mens mental health . International Men’s Day is a time to recognize the positive impact men bring into the world, focus on their well-being, and discuss men’s mental health. Men face pressures in today’s society to conform to traditional masculine norms, be successful in their careers, be the financial provider, and achieve financial stability. These expectations can lead to high stress, anxiety, and depression, making it difficult for them to ask for help when needed. The impact of these expectations is noticeable in statistics, such as men being 3.6 times more likely to die by su***de than women, which is the second leading cause of death for males aged 10-34. Addressing these issues can help shift societal norms for men. Let’s focus on challenging harmful stereotypes and creating supportive environments to help men prioritize their mental health and ask for help. To find out more about Shelley , please visit https://hopeandhealingcounselingctr.com/shelley-ward-ma.

11/13/2025

🌍💛 World Kindness Day 💛🌍

Kindness costs nothing but can change everything.
A smile, a kind word, a small act of care, they ripple farther than we know and impact others even if we do not see it.

What can you do today to show an act of kindness?
✨ Send a message of appreciation to someone who’s made a difference.
☕ Pay for a stranger’s coffee.
💬 Offer a genuine compliment.
🕊️ Lend your time or simply listen to someone who needs it.

No act is too small, kindness is contagious. Let’s start the ripple today.

11/10/2025

11/07/2025

We are attending Healing Hand's Veterans Day Event in Bristol, TN today. Please visit our booth and interact with other community resources. Happy Veterans Day 2025!

11/04/2025

Michael Cooper, MA, LPC, has several openings for appointments. He has had training in EMDR and DBT therapy and has experience working with first responders, disaster recovery, and military veterans. If you have questions or are interested in scheduling with Michael, please visit https://hopeandhealingcounselingctr.com/michael-cooper-lpc.

10/31/2025

We will be participating in this community event next week. Please pass along to any veterans that could benefit from this event .

We STILL HAVE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE
for Veterans Dental Day on Friday, November 7th
Presented by: BAE Systems, Inc.
We will be providing free dental care 🦷🦷🦷, free haircuts ✂ and community resources to Veterans in our community at our clinic located at:
📍245 Midway Medical Park Bristol, TN.
Appointments available from 8 AM-3 PM
📱Call 423-652-0260 opt. 2 to make your appointment or
Fill out the 💻ONLINE APPLICATION 💻 below: 👇⬇⬇⬇
https://www.healinghandshealth.org/veterans-dental-day-registration
MUST show Military ID or Discharge paperwork at appointment 🦷🦷🦷

Make your appointment today!

10/30/2025

Happy spooky season! 🎃👻

10/28/2025

We had a wonderful time at the Abingdon Trick or Treat event on Main St. this past weekend. It’s always great to participate in community events as part of our community!

10/28/2025

Today, we honor not only the courage and sacrifice of our first responders, but also their mental, emotional, and personal strength.

Behind the uniforms are normal people who carry the weight of what most of us never see: trauma, loss, high-stress decisions, and long hours away from family. The mental toll is real and yet, they continue to show up for us every single day; protecting and helping our communities.

On this day of recognition, let’s do more than say thank you. Let’s advocate for mental health support, accessible resources, and safe spaces for our first responders to heal and be heard.

To every firefighter, EMT, paramedic, police officer, dispatcher, and frontline worker: We see your strength and your struggles. You deserve care, too.

Support is available. Let’s protect those who protect us.

10/24/2025

We are delighted to announce the addition of Logan Nutter, MA, Resident in Counseling, to our agency. As a graduate of Emory and Henry in clinical mental health counseling, he brings forth experience working with children and adults, including prior collaborations with first responders. He is currently accepting appointments Fridays and Saturdays. To schedule with Logan, contact 276-300-4422 or visit https://hopeandhealingcounselingctr.com/logan-nutter-ms.

10/23/2025

October is Substance Abuse Prevention Month. Shelley Ward, MA, Resident in Counseling, wrote about this topic. While working at a residential treatment facility for those recovering from substance abuse, I have seen the effects and dangers of substance abuse and its impacts on those around them. I recognize how difficult it is to break cycles and break free from addiction. This month is a time to raise awareness, remember those we have lost to addiction, and support those in recovery. If you need support with losing a loved one or need support with recovering, we offer a safe and judgment-free space to start your journey.