Restoration Counseling PLLC

04/23/2026

Have you ever felt like your needs were "too much" — and then felt ashamed for having them at all? You're not alone.

After some recent conversations, I've been reflecting on where this belief comes from and how we might begin to move away from it.

For anyone who has ever silenced their needs, I hope you find this hopeful.

by: Stephanie Seidl, MA, LCPC If you’ve ever felt like your needs were too much, they never were. Recently I found myself in a conversation with someone whose need for care had increased. And…

04/21/2026

Tonight I had the privilege of co-hosting Hops and Hope — a community event created to spark curiosity, meaningful conversation, and real connection. I’m thankful for the ingenuity of Jason Roton Coaching, and his vision for this experience. Amber from Edge Counseling & Wellness was the second co-host. I love the collaboration in this night!

Our discussion centered around a powerful question: What factors influence how society responds to sexual assault, and how can we shift those patterns to better support survivors and ensure accountability?

The conversations that filled the room tonight were nothing short of incredible. People showed up with open hearts and open minds, willing to sit in the hard questions.

Change doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens in rooms like the one we were in tonight. It happens when communities choose to lean in, listen, and commit to doing better.

04/18/2026

This is good stuff! A theme lately in sessions has been the reality of two (sometimes more) things can be true at the same time.

04/16/2026

What a fun, windy night with my local Central Illinois NAWBO group!

We were empowered with a self-defense class — what an incredible opportunity to learn alongside other women and lift each other up. There is something so special about being in a room full of strong, driven women who show up for one another both in business and in life.

I’m grateful for this community! 🙌

04/15/2026

On Monday musings, I shared a little glimpse into my own social media comparison spiral — and I promised to finish the story. It's up on the blog now.

If you've ever found yourself scrolling into a brood, convinced everyone else's life is fuller, more fun, and more worthy of being valued, I hope you find my reflections helpful tp get out of the trap of comparison.
https://restorationcounselingpllc.org/2026/04/14/the-destruction-of-comparison/

By Stephanie Seidl, MA, LCPC “I had scrolled myself into a hole — and I didn’t even realize I was digging.” During my recent week off, I had a lot of alone time. While I love so…

04/13/2026

I'm back to the office after a week off. Today for Monday Musings, you get to see a lot of the ceiling in my office:). The topic "comparison and social media." Enjoy!

04/03/2026

Happy Spring! I'll see you soon!🕶️

04/01/2026

One of the questions I hear most often from betrayal trauma survivors is this:

"How do I learn to trust my voice again?"

And honestly? It's one of the most heartbreaking things to sit with — that feeling of not being able to trust your own instincts, your own perceptions, your own self.

The good news is, it doesn't have to stay that way. There are real, tangible steps you can take to start finding your way back to yourself.

I'm sharing some of those steps in my latest blog post. If this question resonates with you — or someone you love — this one's for you.

“My internal voice was right — but the world around me kept telling me I was wrong.” By Stephanie Seidl, MA, LCPC   When my youngest child was two weeks old, I knew something was o…

03/30/2026

Monday musings question: What do you do when a client does not show up for their session? And my take on why no shows are no good....

03/27/2026

I just arrived in Naperville at my sister’s house. She had on Restoration merch and so did I! I love this!

03/25/2026

Through the years, I've read and encountered many faith-based marriage resources. And while they are often well-intentioned, I've found myself feeling discouraged by more than a few of them, especially as a person of faith.

So, I finally gathered my thoughts and put them into a piece I'm sharing here. My hope is to offer a more thoughtful, compassionate, and discerning perspective for those navigating faith and marriage.

I'd love to hear your thoughts if this resonates with you.

Many of my clients who share a deep faith are often surprised when I tell them this: I don’t recommend many faith-based marriage resources. That statement can feel unsettling at first. After all, i…

03/23/2026

The powers that be in the marketing world say I should be making videos for my page… so here we go 😊

I’m starting something new: Monday Musings — a space where I’ll share thoughts, answer questions, and talk about things that matter (and maybe a few things just because I feel like it).

Today’s video is a simple introduction to who I am.

I’ll be honest—this is way outside my comfort zone. But growth rarely happens inside comfort, right? My hope is that over time, this becomes more natural…and that something I share here resonates with you along the way.

I’d love for you to follow along—and feel free to drop questions or topics you’d like me to cover in future Monday Musings 💬