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.

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! 🍀Today I’m reminded of this quote by Pádraig Ó Tuama: “In Irish, when you talk about emotion,...
03/17/2026

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! 🍀

Today I’m reminded of this quote by Pádraig Ó Tuama: “In Irish, when you talk about emotion, you don’t say ‘I am sad.’ You say, ‘Sadness is on me.’”

There is something profoundly gentle about that shift.

Not I am anxious.
But anxiety is on me.

Labeling an emotion can be powerful. It creates just enough distance to remind us that feelings are present, but they’re not our identity. Sometimes that small space between “me” and “the feeling” creates the safety we need to get curious, to soften, to respond instead of react.

What if your emotions are experiences rather than who you are? 💚

Photo credit to Option B

Vulnerability and oversharing can look similar on the surface, but they’re not quite the same. Sharing honestly can deep...
03/12/2026

Vulnerability and oversharing can look similar on the surface, but they’re not quite the same. Sharing honestly can deepen connection, but figuring out how much to share (and with whom) can be a tricky balance.

A few questions that can help pause the moment:
• What’s my intention in sharing this?
• Is this the right audience for this story?
• If they didn’t reciprocate, would I regret sharing?

What questions help you decide whether to share or hold something close? 💬

Further helpful information on this topic from the attached graphic by LoveSecurely

🌧️ Maybe where you thought you should be isn’t necessarily where you’re needed.Sometimes life redirects us in ways we di...
03/10/2026

🌧️ Maybe where you thought you should be isn’t necessarily where you’re needed.

Sometimes life redirects us in ways we didn’t plan. What can feel like a detour may actually be an invitation to grow, connect, or show up somewhere that matters more than we realize.

Be gentle with yourself if the path looks different than expected. 🌧️🌱

Relevant artwork courtesy of Titsay

Happy International Women’s Day! 💜For more than a century, women around the world have gathered to celebrate achievement...
03/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day! 💜

For more than a century, women around the world have gathered to celebrate achievements and advocate for a more equal future through International Women’s Day.

This year’s theme, Give to Gain, invites us to support women’s advancement and gender equality. We can do so by giving our time, resources, credit, donations, or simply our encouragement.

Every act of support matters.
How will you give today?

Resources, further information, and more ways to give can be found at https://www.internationalwomensday.com/Theme

03/05/2026

Your secret is safe with us. 👀

We’d tell you what our clients talk about… but, you know… ✨HIPAA✨

If you’ve got something on your mind (dramatic, messy, awkward, or all of the above), we’re here. And it stays here.

Reel courtesy of PESI

Acceptance of where you are- your capacity, your emotions, your situation- is often the first brave step toward change.W...
03/03/2026

Acceptance of where you are- your capacity, your emotions, your situation- is often the first brave step toward change.

We can’t build a realistic plan for bettering ourselves if we don’t first tell the truth about our starting point. If your goal is to get out of the water and feel safe, you need to know whether you’re standing in a puddle or swimming in a lake. 🏊‍♂️

Meeting yourself where you are isn’t giving up; it’s how real growth begins.

Illustration by gibbs_ink

Asking for help is weirdly hard.We’ll Google symptoms, power through burnout, reorganize the pantry at 11pm…but saying “...
02/26/2026

Asking for help is weirdly hard.

We’ll Google symptoms, power through burnout, reorganize the pantry at 11pm…
but saying “hey, I’m struggling” feels like too much. 😅

Here’s the truth: humans are not built to be solo survival projects. We regulate, heal, and grow in connection. Independence is great; isolation is not.

If asking for help makes you uncomfortable, that might be the exact muscle you need to strengthen.

You don’t get extra points for doing it alone. We’re here for you; please reach out if you need help. 🤝

Art credit to titsayy

Emotions are like farts. 💨They can come up when you least expect them, and sometimes they take all the air in the room. ...
02/24/2026

Emotions are like farts. 💨

They can come up when you least expect them, and sometimes they take all the air in the room. 😷

Emotions (and farts) are natural. They’re meant to come out… just ideally in a safe, appropriate space. 😌

What I’m saying is: therapy is basically the emotionally responsible place to let it rip. 🛋️

Quote author unknown. Please pm if you know them!

For Black History Month’s 2026 theme of “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” I’d love to highlight the pioneers ...
02/19/2026

For Black History Month’s 2026 theme of “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” I’d love to highlight the pioneers who helped shape the field of mental health long before it was inclusive, equitable, or welcoming.

Mental Health America has compiled a powerful resource honoring Black innovators in mental health: clinicians, researchers, advocates, and leaders who expanded access to care, challenged systemic harm, and pushed the field forward. Find their names and contributions here [https://mhanational.org/resources/black-pioneers-in-mental-health/]

And still… we are only scratching the surface.

Black mental health continues to be impacted by disparities in access, stigma, misdiagnosis, and systemic inequities. The work is not finished. But, because of these pioneers, the door is wider and the conversation is deeper.

This month, we honor those who laid the foundation and we recommit to doing better, listening more closely, and building a field where healing is truly accessible to all.❤️💛💚

“Life is waiting for you. You might be stuck here for a while, but the world isn’t going anywhere. Hang on in there if y...
02/17/2026

“Life is waiting for you. You might be stuck here for a while, but the world isn’t going anywhere. Hang on in there if you can. Life is always worth it.”
— Matt Haig, Reasons to Stay Alive

One thing I hear often in therapy is this: sometimes it’s hard to find a reason to stay alive. Whether the pain is acute or something you’ve carried for years, life can start to feel heavy and meaningless.

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. But an article by PsychCentral.com gently reminds us of a few possibilities:
• What you haven’t discovered yet
• Who you’re still becoming
• Hopes and dreams you haven’t acted on
• People and communities you haven’t met yet
• Laughter, fun, and creativity still ahead

When we’re emotionally low, our brains become more sensitive to the negative and less responsive to the positive. That shift can make hopeless thoughts feel louder and more convincing.

If you’re struggling, start small. Maybe it’s looking forward to your favorite donut. Maybe it’s your pet. Maybe it’s the quiet hope of making a difference someday; meaning can begin as a whisper.

If you’re feeling emotionally low, stuck, or overwhelmed by negative thoughts, please reach out to us at New Hope Counseling, LLC. You don’t have to carry it alone.

For urgent support, call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org. You can also text HOME to 741741 to reach the Crisis Text Line.

You can find the article with relevant citations here at https://psychcentral.com/health/reasons-to-stay-alive

This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating connection in all its forms: romantic, platonic, self-love, and the courage it t...
02/14/2026

This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating connection in all its forms: romantic, platonic, self-love, and the courage it takes to show up as you are. 💗

However you spend today, you’re worthy of care and kindness, especially from yourself. At New Hope Counseling, we want to remind you how much we appreciate our clients, our community, and you for being here with us.

Boundaries, preferences, and expectations aren’t the same thing, though we often use them interchangeably.⚫️ Boundaries ...
02/12/2026

Boundaries, preferences, and expectations aren’t the same thing, though we often use them interchangeably.

⚫️ Boundaries are about what I will do to take care of myself.
⚫️ Preferences are about what I’d like, but can stay flexible around.
⚫️ Expectations are about what I’m assuming others should do.

Healthy relationships get clearer (and kinder) when we know the difference and name them honestly. 💬

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

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