Sonshine Counseling Services

02/07/2026

We want to take a moment to remind our community about an important resource that can make a real difference during emergencies.

We made a post today about, our deputies who responded to a tragic incident involving a non-verbal adult who was unable to communicate critical information in a moment of crisis. This heartbreaking situation reinforces our commitment to being a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.

💙 The SAFE Program was developed right here in Santa Rosa County and is gaining national recognition for its impact and effectiveness. This voluntary program helps first responders better understand and assist individuals with special needs or vulnerabilities when seconds matter most.

✔️ Supports individuals who may have difficulty communicating
✔️ Provides vital information to deputies, firefighters, and EMS
✔️ Promotes dignity, understanding, and safer outcomes for everyone involved

When a SAFE sticker is displayed, first responders know to approach the situation with added care and awareness.

➡️ Learn more or sign up for the SAFE Program:
🔗 https://santarosasheriff.org/safe-program/

Your voluntarily participation could help save a life. 💙

01/29/2026

✨🌙 Midsummer’s Night Dream 🌙✨
Saturday, February 7, 2026 4:30PM - 9:00PM
Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/a-midsummers-night-dream

ASHA is inviting you to a night made for laughter, connection, and a little magic. 💫

Bring your partner, your best friends, or both, and enjoy an evening filled with dreamy vibes, fairy lights, and moments worth remembering. Dress up, feel cute, laugh often, and let the night be about togetherness and fun. ✨💕

We can’t wait to spend this magical evening with you. 🌸🌙

01/27/2026

🌿🧘 Tai Chi for Seniors
Improve balance, strength, and confidence through Tai Chi. Seniors of all experience levels are welcome.

📅 Tuesday, Jan 27 | 4–5 PM
📍 Meeting Room
📝 Registration required
📞 850-669-0579 | 📧 jennifer@wfahec.org
🤝 Community Event

01/16/2026

📣 Exciting news!!📣

We are THRILLED to announce the opening of our Neurology Clinic in Fort Walton Beach, led by the highly skilled Dr. Fred Aubert!
This addition allows us to provide specialized care for conditions affecting the brain, spine, and nervous system—right here in our community.

📍Location: 1025 Beal Parkway, Suite C, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

📞 Phone: 850‐374‐3806

📠 Fax: 850-862-0605

🌐 www.americanmedgrp.com

⏰️ Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

As we launch this new service, we’re experiencing a large influx of phone calls. We truly appreciate your patience and understanding as our team works hard to respond to everyone as quickly as possible.

If you’re trying to schedule an appointment or have questions, please know we’re doing our best to assist you promptly.

Thank you for your support as we grow to better serve you!

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Aubert and his team to American Medical Group. We are so glad you are here! 🇺🇲

01/15/2026

Congresswoman Andrea Salinas recently sent a letter signed by 25 of her colleagues to the U.S. Department of Education citing the importance of mental health professionals to combat the country's mental health crisis and asking for the Department of Education to reclassify Counseling as a professional degree.

Read the letter at https://salinas.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-salinas-leads-25-colleagues-bipartisan-letter-lower-barriers-students.

NBCC, along with several Counseling and mental health organizations, is hosting a congressional briefing tomorrow, Jan. 15, to advocate for the mental health workforce and ask additional legislators to help maintain the professional degree status for Mental Health Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Social Workers. NBCC will keep Counselors updated on additional advocacy steps and how you can submit written comments to the U.S. Department of Education once the comment period opens.

12/26/2025

Christmas looks different for everyone, and that’s okay — sending the warmest hugs.

12/24/2025

Extending heartfelt gratitude to Todd Allen, Director, and Joy Epeledes, Operations Manager, of Northwest Florida Ballet for their kindness in providing tickets to The Nutcracker’s sensory sensitive performance for our special friends, who truly had an unforgettable experience!

NFBallet - https://nfballet.org

11/15/2025