The Vine Pastoral Counseling Center

11/17/2025

This graphic shows a pyramid representing the Hierarchy of Needs, based on the psychological theories of Abraham Maslow. Maslow saw human needs as progressing through five tiers, where it becomes difficult to focus on higher-level tasks when foundational needs are not met. While the hierarchy is theoretical, it can still offer a helpful framework for giving ourselves grace and identifying which needs to prioritize, especially when we’re feeling overwhelmed or struggling with executive functioning.

The hierarchy has five levels:
1. Physiological - basic physical needs such as food water, shelter, sleep
2. Safety - security needs relating to health, finances, and environment
3. Social - love and belonging with friends, family, community
4. Esteem - self respect, achievement, recognition, feeling of personal uniqueness
5. Self Actualization - pursuit of meaning, creativity, personal growth, purpose.

11/03/2025

"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever." (Psalm 107:1)

09/15/2025

🌿✨Help us welcome Amber Isenhower, MS, LPC to The Vine! ✨🌿

Amber is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a heart for working with both adolescents and adults. She brings experience in supporting clients through challenges like depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, and relationship struggles.

We’re so excited for the warmth, compassion, and expertise Amber will bring to our team, and to those we serve.

To learn more about Amber please visit our website at https://vinepcc.com/about-us-2/

08/25/2025

08/18/2025

"By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established."
(Proverbs 24:3)

08/04/2025

Self-awareness means recognizing when we need to HALT in the face of overwhelming situations or emotional triggers. HALT reminds us to pause and ask: Am I feeling Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired right now? If so, those needs may need attention before I respond or move forward.

Do I need nourishment, a healthy outlet for anger, meaningful connection with God or others, or physical rest? Taking care of these foundational needs can help us move forward with greater clarity, compassion, and stability.

08/01/2025

"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." (Romans 15:13)

07/25/2025

🌿 5 Steps Breathing Exercise 🌿

1️⃣ Find a comfortable seated position
Try sitting with your feet flat on the ground and your hands resting on your knees

2️⃣ Close your eyes and take a deep breath
Inhale slowly through your nose — filling your lungs with air.
Count to 4 as you inhale: 1... 2... 3... 4

3️⃣ Hold your breath
Pause and hold for a count of 4
Stay still and grounded

4️⃣ Slowly exhale through your mouth
Release the air gently, counting to 6
Let go of tension as you breathe out.

5️⃣ Repeat steps 2–4 for at least five cycles
Or continue as long as you need to feel calm and centered.

07/21/2025

"As for me, I am poor and needy, but the Lord takes thought for me.
You are my help and my deliverer; do not delay O my God!"
(Psalm 40:17)

07/14/2025

What kind of rest do you need today? According to Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith rest is much more than just sleep. Rest includes physical, mental, sensory, emotional, creative, social and spiritual renewal. If you're curious to learn more about these types of rest check out this informative TEDx talk at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGNN4EPJzGk

07/09/2025

We are thrilled to share some summer updates on the new building! Many things have happened in the last month. Thank you so much for all of your support and encouragement in our long wait. Thank you for your patience. We are so humbled by all the donors and volunteers who have made this happen. We are praising God that it is moving so quickly.

Michael Nelson, from the Broadway Group, is really making things happen. We have an oversight team from The Vine several of whom are at the jobsite every day. A shout out to Andy Kelly, Pat Lewallen, Kevin Wilson, John Laney and Jack Ragland. We are still raising the last $370,000 that we need, but we have full confidence we will get there.

Here’s what’s been happening on the ground:

A large lumber delivery arrived—and volunteers showed up to help move it all inside.

Major work has been done on the parking lot, including concrete removal and excavation.

And best of all... WE HAVE OUR FIRST WALLS! 🎉
WHOO HOO!

Please keep us in your prayers as we continue building a place of healing and hope.
Look for continued updates on our website: https://vinepcc.com/new-building/