Spence Counseling Center

Spence Counseling Center Our Mission: Help hurting people find healing. Experienced and caring therapists with over 83 years of combined experience.

We are here to help you with: Marriage and Family, Children and Adolescent Issues, Sexual Abuse, Domestic Abuse, Gambling, Addiction, Co-Dependency, Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Grief, ADHD, ADD, and more. Spence Counseling Center began in 1991, and continues to be here to serve you and your family's needs. Isaiah 61:1 "...He has anointed me to bring good news to the afflicted; He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to those who are bound."

Feeling pressure to find the “perfect” gift this Christmas? You’re not alone, but that pressure can steal the joy from a...
12/05/2025

Feeling pressure to find the “perfect” gift this Christmas? You’re not alone, but that pressure can steal the joy from a season meant to celebrate Christ and meaningful connection.

This year, try simplifying your approach to gift giving:
• Set spending limits
• Focus on meaning, not monetary value
• Make something heartfelt if you’re able
• Remember that time together matters more than what’s under the tree

When we release unrealistic expectations, we make room for peace, gratitude, and Christ-centered joy.

Christmas is meant to celebrate the birth of Christ, joy, connection, and the gift of God’s presence with us.But for man...
12/04/2025

Christmas is meant to celebrate the birth of Christ, joy, connection, and the gift of God’s presence with us.
But for many, the season becomes overwhelming instead of uplifting.

In our newest blog, we break down the top three holiday stressors and share practical, grace-filled ways to reclaim the peace God intends for you this season:
✨ Simplifying gift-giving
✨ Creating space for what truly matters
✨ Navigating family dynamics with healthy boundaries

If you’re longing for a Christmas rooted in calm, clarity, and Christ, this article will encourage your heart. https://spencecounselingcenter.com/steps-to-make-christmas-more-enjoyable/

👉 Read the full blog and rediscover your holiday peace.

Addiction doesn’t begin in one place, and it doesn’t end in one step. Trauma, emotional pain, generational patterns, and...
12/03/2025

Addiction doesn’t begin in one place, and it doesn’t end in one step. Trauma, emotional pain, generational patterns, and even attempts to fill unmet needs can all play a role. Addiction impacts the whole person: mind, body, and spirit.

True healing needs the same holistic approach.

Research-based models help us understand the roots of addiction, but spiritual practices, reflection, prayer, Scripture, and compassion, often open the deepest pathways to lasting transformation.

When we walk with those struggling with addiction through patience, love, and hope, we reflect Christ’s heart for restoration.

If you or someone you love needs support, you’re not alone.
There is hope. There is healing. We’re here to help.

Have you ever wondered why part of you wants change and another part pulls you back? This internal tug-of-war is real, a...
12/01/2025

Have you ever wondered why part of you wants change and another part pulls you back? This internal tug-of-war is real, and it’s normal.

IFS therapy offers a powerful way to understand these internal parts and invite them into healing. When we reconnect with our Core Self, characterized by compassion, creativity, confidence, and clarity—we begin to live with deeper balance and purpose.

Romans 7 reminds us that internal conflict has always been part of the human experience. But healing is possible. Growth is possible. Integration is possible.

If you’re navigating internal struggles, you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out, we’re here to help.

11/27/2025

Today, we pause and give thanks, not just for the blessings that are easy to see, but also for the quiet ways God is working in our lives, healing hearts, restoring hope, and walking with us through every season. At Spence Counseling Center, we are grateful for the individuals and families we are honored to serve. Your stories, your courage, and your trust mean more to us than you know.

As you gather with loved ones today, may God fill your home with peace, joy, and a renewed sense of gratitude.
May He comfort those who are hurting, strengthen those who feel weary, and remind every heart that they are seen, loved, and held by Him.

From our family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving.
“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever.” – Psalm 107:1

Illicit substance use continues to rise across America, but behind every statistic is a story, a person trying to cope, ...
11/26/2025

Illicit substance use continues to rise across America, but behind every statistic is a story, a person trying to cope, survive, or numb pain they can’t put into words.

Addiction isn’t just a physical problem or a psychological one. It affects the whole person: biologically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually.

That’s why compassion matters.

Scripture reminds us to comfort others as God comforts us, to share one another’s burdens, and to respond with love even when it’s difficult. In recovery, these truths become lifelines.

With supportive counseling and spiritual formation, prayer, reflection, community—healing becomes possible. Lives can change. Hope can be restored.

If you're ready to take the next step, we’re here to walk with you.

Do you ever feel like there are two versions of you—one that wants to grow and one that wants to stay safe?You’re not al...
11/24/2025

Do you ever feel like there are two versions of you—one that wants to grow and one that wants to stay safe?
You’re not alone. Many people experience internal conflicts that feel confusing, overwhelming, or even paralyzing.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy helps us understand these “parts” of ourselves—some that protect, some that carry pain, and some that keep life predictable. As we explore these parts with compassion, we reconnect with our Core Self, the place inside marked by clarity, calmness, curiosity, and courage.

As our parts heal, we begin living more fully into the person God created us to be.

If you’re ready to understand your inner world more deeply, we’re here to walk with you.

We often try to “think” our way out of stress or emotional pain, but the body keeps score.Tight muscles, a queasy stomac...
11/22/2025

We often try to “think” our way out of stress or emotional pain, but the body keeps score.

Tight muscles, a queasy stomach, a racing heartbeat… these sensations can be clues to unprocessed emotions or stored trauma. Somatic therapy brings healing by reconnecting the mind, body, and spirit and teaching us how to feel and release what’s been held inside.

Using techniques like breathwork, stretching, gentle shaking, and body awareness, somatic therapy helps regulate the nervous system and restore a sense of safety and grounding.

If you're interested in integrating somatic modalities into your therapy, ask your therapist how to get started. Healing can begin with a single breath.

Grief is not an illness, a weakness, or a deadline. It’s a deeply personal journey—one shaped by love, loss, and the uni...
11/20/2025

Grief is not an illness, a weakness, or a deadline. It’s a deeply personal journey—one shaped by love, loss, and the unique story of your life.

Sometimes grief leaves us feeling frozen, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. That’s when having someone who listens with compassion can make all the difference.

You deserve support through every stage of healing.
If you're struggling to process a loss, we’re here to help.

💛 Reach out today. You don’t have to walk this path alone.
https://spencecounselingcenter.com/grief-101-grief-defined/

Have you ever noticed your shoulders tense, your stomach drop, or your heart race, long before your mind can catch up?Th...
11/18/2025

Have you ever noticed your shoulders tense, your stomach drop, or your heart race, long before your mind can catch up?
That’s your body speaking.

Somatic therapy helps us tune into those physical sensations and understand what they’re trying to tell us. Stress, trauma, and unprocessed emotions often get stored in the body, and thinking harder doesn’t make them disappear.

Through breathwork, gentle movement, grounding, and awareness, somatic therapy supports the nervous system, helping release tension and move from fight/flight/freeze back into balance.

If you’re curious how this approach can complement your therapy journey, we’re here to help.
Your body has wisdom. We can help you listen.
https://spencecounselingcenter.com/somatic-therapy-to-release-stress-and-stored-trauma/

Grief isn’t something we “just get over.” It’s a natural, human response to loss, one that doesn’t follow a schedule or ...
11/17/2025

Grief isn’t something we “just get over.” It’s a natural, human response to loss, one that doesn’t follow a schedule or look the same for everyone.

Sadness, anger, confusion, numbness… every feeling is part of the process. What matters is that grief is acknowledged, not buried. When it piles up, it can leave us feeling stuck and alone, especially when others have already moved on.

If your grief feels heavy to carry, you don’t have to carry it alone. We’re here to listen, support, and walk with you toward healing.

Learn more or schedule a session at Spence Counseling Center.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord… — Jeremiah 29:11. There’s a season for sorrow and a season for...
11/07/2025

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord… — Jeremiah 29:11. There’s a season for sorrow and a season for joy — and through it all, God remains faithful. A Christian counselor can help you find light again.

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12035 Q Street
Omaha, NE
68137

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 9pm

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+14029910611

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