Restore & Renew Counseling

11/01/2025

Happy Halloween! 🎃

At Restore and Renew Counseling, the only thing scary is not taking care of your mental health 👻

This spooky season, remember that setting healthy boundaries isn’t something to feel guilty about, it’s something to celebrate! 🧡💜🖤

10/24/2025

Not feeling motivated today? Try asking yourself these 5 simple CBT-based questions to spark action and shift your mindset

10/17/2025

Taking care of your mental health is the quiet strength that keeps you moving forward. 💪✨

Let’s normalize rest, reflection, and reaching out.

10/09/2025

As Glenn Close once said, "What mental health needs is more sunlight, more candor, and more unashamed conversation."

1 in 4 people will experience a mental health issue at some point in their lives, and yet, the stigma still makes it hard to talk about.

Let’s choose compassion, connection, and open dialogue. Check in on your people. Check in on yourself.
You never know who might need it today!

10/02/2025

The words we choose shape the way we see the world. A small shift in language can create a big shift in mindset. What phrase do you want to reframe today?

09/26/2025

https://open.substack.com/pub/restorerenewcounseling/p/what-is-dialectical-behavior-therapy?r=6kc3ne&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Overview

09/25/2025

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach centering on building four essential skill areas:

1️⃣ Mindfulness: staying present
2️⃣ Distress Tolerance: coping through crisis
3️⃣ Emotional Regulation: managing intense feelings
4️⃣ Interpersonal Effectiveness: building healthy relationships

At Restore and Renew Counseling, many of our therapists are trained DBT and integrate these skills into their work with clients. We offer both in-person and telehealth sessions across Michigan—contact us to learn more!

📞 734-489-1182
📧 hello@restorerenewcounseling.com
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💡 And stay tuned—we have an upcoming blog post that will take a deeper dive into DBT skills!

📸 Image: The Four Central Behavior Skills Modules of DBT (CONCEPT Continuing and Professional Studies, 2025)

09/17/2025

Did you know September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month?

This is the time to create understanding, offer support, and remind one another: you are not alone. Every life matters, and reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.

If you or someone you love is struggling, Restore and Renew Counseling currently has openings. Our team is here to support you with compassionate, personalized care as you begin your journey toward healing.

Image credit: MCR Health

***dePrevention

09/10/2025

✨ Book Spotlight ✨
"Scattered Minds" by Dr. Gabor Maté is a powerful deep dive into the origins of ADHD — not as a genetic flaw, but as a response to early experiences. 🌱🧠

If you've ever struggled with focus, parenting a sensitive child, or understanding how childhood shapes the brain, this is a must-read. 📖💡

🔖 Favorite quote:
"ADHD is not a problem of knowing what to do – it is a problem of doing what you know."

09/01/2025

Emotional regulation is the ability to manage and respond to our feelings in a healthy way. It doesn’t mean ignoring emotions, it means learning to notice them, pause, and choose how to respond.

This guide is a great tool for when emotions feel overwhelming. With practice, you can train your mind and body to work with your feelings instead of against them 🌿🧘‍♀️

08/26/2025

Seeking peace doesn’t have to be complicated 🌿

These 6 simple steps can help bring calm and clarity to your everyday life 💫

08/11/2025

Restore and Renew Counseling would like to welcome our new Intern, Rachael Watson, to the practice!

Rachael is a third-year graduate student in the Master of Arts in Rehabilitation Counseling program at Michigan State University. She is currently training to earn both her Limited Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC) and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) credentials.

She is also accompanied by Tucker, her soon-to-be certified therapy dog! Tucker is a two-year-old English Cream Golden Retriever who is available to join in-person sessions for additional comfort and support.

Rachael has immediate availability and is accepting new clients on a sliding fee scale dependent on the client's ability to pay. She is available for in-person sessions on Mondays at our East Lansing office and offers virtual appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

To schedule a consultation with Rachael, please contact her directly at rachael@restorerenewcounseling.com or reach out to the practice at hello@restorerenewcounseling.com.