New Hope Counseling, LLC

New Hope Counseling, LLC We provide professional counseling services to individuals, couples and groups; EMDR consultation.

While some of our therapists are Christians by their personal walk, we welcome anyone, regardless of faith tradition, who is seeking to create a more effective, meaningful, and purposeful life. Our therapists are master’s prepared, and fully licensed to practice in the state of Missouri. We are committed to providing professional, ethical, and confidential services. We believe that no matter what storms are in your life, there is always hope.

01/30/2026

Meredith here, sharing a quiet win: I’m now dually licensed in Missouri and Kansas! I’m really proud of this step and hopeful it will help me be more accessible to those who may need support. Grateful for the colleagues, community, and encouragement that make this work possible. I’m thrilled to be joining the ranks of my coworkers who are licensed in multiple states, as well. Thanks for taking a moment to celebrate with me! 🥳

This poem by Loryn Brantz Books and Illustration, “In a time of hate love is an act of resistance,” has been resonating ...
01/29/2026

This poem by Loryn Brantz Books and Illustration, “In a time of hate love is an act of resistance,” has been resonating with me lately. ♥️
In moments of violence, and fear, choosing joy and connection can feel hard or even disconnected from reality. And yet, tending to community, relationships, and ourselves is often how we stay grounded and human.

Mental Health & Human Dignity MatterThe American Psychological Association recently highlighted how ongoing threats, esp...
01/27/2026

Mental Health & Human Dignity Matter

The American Psychological Association recently highlighted how ongoing threats, especially harmful immigration policies, negatively impact mental health and human dignity. Living under constant fear, family separation, and barriers to care increases anxiety, depression, and trauma for individuals and entire communities.

Policies rooted in fear don’t just harm mental health— they erode dignity, safety, and our shared humanity. The APA calls for approaches that are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and that prioritize keeping families together and ensuring access to care.

We at New Hope Counseling, LLC remain aware, present, and intentional about how we show up for our clients and our community during times of ongoing stress and uncertainty.

🔗 Learn more from the APA: https://updates.apaservices.org/immigration-and-mental-health

01/25/2026

does a fantastic job summarizing steps you can take for coping with current events

Capability vs. CapacityYou may be capable of doing many things, but that doesn’t mean you have the capacity for them rig...
01/22/2026

Capability vs. Capacity
You may be capable of doing many things, but that doesn’t mean you have the capacity for them right now.

Capability is about skill and ability.💪
Capacity is about what your nervous system, energy, and circumstances can realistically hold.🤍

Healing and growth happen when we honor our capacity, not when we push ourselves past it. Rest, pacing, and boundaries aren’t failures— they’re part of the work. 🫶

Helpful graphics with examples by chronicallymeh

Today didn’t go as planned, and that’s okay! Sometimes the to-do list gets replaced by side quests: folding one load of ...
01/20/2026

Today didn’t go as planned, and that’s okay! Sometimes the to-do list gets replaced by side quests: folding one load of laundry, answering a single email, or resting when you meant to be productive. Or even making a social media post instead of finishing a progress note… 😅

Don’t forget, side quests still count! ✂️🌲

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and remember why this day matters.It’s not just a day off work; it’s a call to...
01/20/2026

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and remember why this day matters.

It’s not just a day off work; it’s a call to reflect on justice, equity, courage, and our responsibility to keep moving toward a more compassionate and inclusive world.

Art by Wonder Doodles

January can be heavy: cold weather, post-holiday bills, and big transitions can stir up exhaustion, apathy, or numbness....
01/15/2026

January can be heavy: cold weather, post-holiday bills, and big transitions can stir up exhaustion, apathy, or numbness. We can’t always choose the colors we’re given, but we can choose what we paint. Even small acts of care count. What would you like to paint with the colors you’ve been given? 🎨

Photo credit to Gemma Correll

Life will always have unknowns, and that can feel stressful. How we respond to uncertainty matters just as much as what’...
01/13/2026

Life will always have unknowns, and that can feel stressful. How we respond to uncertainty matters just as much as what’s happening. One of the most helpful things you can do is focus on what’s within your control (your daily routines, self-care, reaching out for support) and be gentle with yourself when things feel unpredictable. Simple practices like limiting news overload, leaning on trusted people, and taking intentional moments of rest can help steady your mind and body. 🧘

You’re allowed to feel unsettled— your reactions are normal, and you don’t have to handle everything at once.

Photo credit to American Psychological Association. More tips about coping with uncertainty can be found here [https://at.apa.org/968d91]

You’re allowed to have off days.Lately, I’ve been hearing from many people who are pushing themselves past their limits ...
01/08/2026

You’re allowed to have off days.

Lately, I’ve been hearing from many people who are pushing themselves past their limits and ending up overwhelmed, burned out, or experiencing more frequent or intense dissociation.

Resilience doesn’t always look like “powering through.” Sometimes it looks like:
• having a good cry on the couch with your emotional support show 📺
• showing yourself compassion when your house is messy and you don’t have the energy to fix it
• canceling plans or choosing rest without guilt

Building resilience and preventing burnout often starts with pausing, acknowledging and accepting how you feel. From there, you can respond more intentionally to life’s demands, instead of just surviving them.

You don’t have to be okay to be worthy of care.

Photo credit to Option B

Entering 2026 with a little more self-forgiveness.For the mistakes I made.For the things I didn’t know yet.For doing the...
01/06/2026

Entering 2026 with a little more self-forgiveness.
For the mistakes I made.
For the things I didn’t know yet.
For doing the best I could at the time.

As this year begins, it can help to pause and reflect:
What do you want to keep with you?
And what are you ready to let go of?
These questions are relevant not only now, but anytime you feel weighed down by the past.

You don’t have to bring everything into this year.
Some things can stay in the past 🤍

Photo by People I've Loved

Happy New Year! 🥳New year, same human 🧠If setting goals or intentions feels encouraging, wonderful.If it feels overwhelm...
01/01/2026

Happy New Year! 🥳

New year, same human 🧠
If setting goals or intentions feels encouraging, wonderful.
If it feels overwhelming, you’re not doing it wrong— you’re listening to yourself.

You don’t owe the new year a brand-new version of you.
Gentle is allowed.

Realistic resolutions comic by Incidental Comics

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Lees Summit, MO
64064

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Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm

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