Survive & Thrive Counseling, Inc.

01/01/2026

It is officially 2026 and we are here to help you meet your goals! Did you make a resolution to improve your health? We are here to help you succeed! We work with ages 3 and over! Individual, couples, and family counseling available. Call us or schedule online at www.survivethrivecounseling.org

Hope to see you soon!

12/30/2025

Tired of Carrying Everything Into the New Year?
If you’re saying: “Next year will be better”
“I just need to push through”
“I don’t have time for myself”
It may be time to try something different.
Counseling offers a safe space to process stress, relationships, trauma, and life transitions—without judgment.
✨ You don’t have to do this alone. ✨ Help is available now.
Book your appointment and start the year supported.

www.survivethrivecounseling.org or 219-281-6053

12/30/2025

12/25/2025

May you give yourself the gift of good mental health throughout the year! Peace, self-care, balance, boundaries, and quality time with loved ones during this holiday season!

12/23/2025

I was honored to be asked for an interview on Jennifer Carter's Unmute Yourself podcast! She covers so many great topics! Check out my interview!

Burnout rarely shows up without warning. In this episode, I sit down with Teonna Wilber, MA, LMHC to discuss boundaries, self-awareness, and the subtle signs that tell us we’re doing too much, even when we appear to be “handling it all.” We talk about how burnout often starts quietly: * Less s...

12/18/2025

Join us in person to explore how to handle trauma work while keeping your own well-being intact!

12/15/2025

Check out Alexis explaining art therapy! She has availability, contact 219-281-6053 or schedule online at www.survivethrivecounseling.org.

12/15/2025

Do you work with trauma? Join us for this in-person workshop on Sustainable Trauma Care! It will be held at Triangle Hills YMCA Crossroads in Crown Point. The workshop is on January 12th from 9am-11am. There is an early bird special through the end of the year!

For more information, click on the event link below. You can also find out more information about the workshop and speaker at www.teonnatalks.com!

Join us in person to explore how to handle trauma work while keeping your own well-being intact!

12/13/2025

Celebrating Fairhaven R**e Crisis Center's 20 year anniversary and Christmas! Super honored to be a community partner with such a worthwhile cause and leaders!

12/10/2025

We know that this time of year can be difficult due to the holidays, darkness, stress, family issues and other reasons. We are here to help!

Daytime, evening, and weekend availability and no waitlist currently!

If you or someone you know is ready to change their lives, call us at 219-281-6053 or schedule online with one of our therapists who currently have availability!

www.survivethrivecounseling.org

We offer counseling for children (age 3 and over), teens, adults, and couples! We have offices in Merrillville and Griffith and can provide teletherapy throughout the State of Indiana. We are in-network with all commercial insurance plans, several EAP plans, as well as most Medicaid plans!

Michael Maddox, LMHC-A offers counseling for children, teens, adults and couples. He has experience with neurodivergent clients as well as infertility issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.

Michelle Mentink, LSW offers counseling for children, teens, and adults in Griffith, Merrillville, and teletherapy. She has extensive experience with developmental disabilities, spectrum disorders, and mood disorders.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/michelle-a-mentink-cedar-lake-in/1578072

Kaitlyn Johnson, LMHC-A offers counseling for children (ages 3 and up), teens, and adults. She is skilled in complex trauma. anxiety, depression, behavior issues, high functioning neurodivergent clients, and parenting. She also has experience with addictions and eating disorders. She has been trained in DBT, CBT, and other evidence based practices. She has a warm, accepting personality that puts clients at ease. She is in our Merrillville office as well as teletherapy. Check out her profile:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/kaitlyn-johnson-merrillville-in/1358089?msockid=0f10983932206a233d5088cf33886bd2

Alexis Vayachal (Darland), LMHC-A provides art therapy and supports holistic care. I’ve worked with youth ages 8–12, as well as unhoused young adults ages 17–25. She is passionate about supporting a range of individuals, including children, young adults, veterans, and older adults navigating trauma, anxiety, or life transition

12/10/2025

Are you setting goals for yourself? Check out my video for the NWI Times for some helpful tips!

Teonna Wilber, CEO of Survive & Thrive Counseling, recommends setting small, attainable and achievable goals, creating accountability.and regroup when setbacks happen.