The Friendly Counselor

The Friendly Counselor The primary mission of The Friendly Counselor is to assist individuals who may be experiencing psych

12/31/2025

✅ REFLECTIONS: WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR YOU? HOW TO CREATE SMART GOALS. ✅✅ HAPPY NEW YEAR!!


🎄✨ Compliments of the Season ✨🎄From The Friendly CounselorAs the season of reflection and togetherness is upon us, we ex...
12/25/2025

🎄✨ Compliments of the Season ✨🎄

From The Friendly Counselor

As the season of reflection and togetherness is upon us, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who has supported and believed in our mission.

May this season bring you peace, hope, and renewed strength.
May your homes be filled with joy, and the coming year open doors to new opportunities and healing.

Thank you for being part of our journey toward safer, healthier, and more compassionate communities.

Compliments of the Season from all of us at The Friendly Counselor. 🌟

🚨 Abuse Often Starts SmallIt may begin with control, insults, jealousy, or isolation — signs that are easy to dismiss bu...
12/23/2025

🚨 Abuse Often Starts Small

It may begin with control, insults, jealousy, or isolation — signs that are easy to dismiss but dangerous to ignore.

Recognizing the early warning signs can prevent greater harm.
The sooner we speak up, seek help, and take action, the safer lives can be.

👉 Trust your instincts.
👉 Set boundaries.
👉 Reach out for support.
👉 Don’t wait until it escalates.

Awareness saves lives.
Early action prevents abuse.

🌱 Be Open to Change and Take on New ChallengesGrowth begins when we step outside our comfort zones.Being open to change ...
12/22/2025

🌱 Be Open to Change and Take on New Challenges

Growth begins when we step outside our comfort zones.
Being open to change allows us to learn, adapt, and discover new possibilities within ourselves.

New challenges may feel uncomfortable at first, but they are often the path to progress and success.

✨ Embrace change.
✨ Take the challenge.
✨ Grow into your potential.

Every step forward counts.

12/19/2025

The holidays can be joyful, but they can also be stressful, overwhelming, or even unsafe for those experiencing domestic violence. If this season feels heavy, you are not alone.

Here are a few supportive reminders for anyone navigating stress or unsafe situations during the holidays:

• Trust your instincts. If something feels off, it’s worth paying attention.
• Create a safety plan. Identify trusted contacts, safe places, and emergency steps in advance.
• Take breaks when you can. Even small moments of quiet can help you stay grounded.
• Reach out for support. You deserve safety, dignity, and care.

The Center for Women and Families is here for you 24/7.
📞 Crisis Line: 1-844-237-2331

You are worthy of safety — and we’re here anytime you need us.

12/19/2025

Children who migrate because of conflict, poverty and climate change often face additional danger and discrimination on their journey.

This International Migrants Day, join us in sharing this message widely: every child - no matter who or where they are - has the right to protection, care and all the support and services they need to thrive.

Learn more: https://unicef.link/3Kzb9bC

💪 Empowered Women Are Less Vulnerable to ViolenceWhen women have access to education, economic opportunities, and decisi...
12/18/2025

💪 Empowered Women Are Less Vulnerable to Violence

When women have access to education, economic opportunities, and decision-making power, they are stronger, safer, and more resilient.

Supporting women’s independence is not just about equality — it’s about protection, dignity, and freedom.

✅ Educate her
✅ Encourage her dreams
✅ Support her financial independence
✅ Stand with her choices

Together, we can create communities where women thrive without fear of violence.

📚✨ Empowerment Through EducationEducation is a key to breaking cycles of violence.When people are informed, they are emp...
12/16/2025

📚✨ Empowerment Through Education

Education is a key to breaking cycles of violence.
When people are informed, they are empowered.
When communities understand their rights, violence loses its power.

Education helps us:
📖 Recognize abuse
🗣️ Speak up and seek help
⚖️ Demand justice
🤝 Build safer, more equal communities

By investing in education, we invest in prevention, protection, and lasting change.

Knowledge empowers.
Awareness protects.
Education transforms lives.

🌟 Monday Is an Opportunity to Start Over AgainToday is a new beginning.A fresh chance to reset your mindset, refocus you...
12/15/2025

🌟 Monday Is an Opportunity to Start Over Again

Today is a new beginning.
A fresh chance to reset your mindset, refocus your goals, and move forward with purpose.

Whatever last week held — wins or challenges — today gives you another opportunity.
Start small. Stay consistent. Believe in yourself.

✨ New week.
✨ New energy.
✨ New possibilities.

Make this Monday count.

Strong Laws and Policies Save LivesAdvocacy Drives ChangeGender-Based Violence doesn’t end with silence —it ends with st...
12/10/2025

Strong Laws and Policies Save Lives

Advocacy Drives Change

Gender-Based Violence doesn’t end with silence —
it ends with strong laws, accountability, and communities that refuse to tolerate abuse.

When policies are enforced, survivors are protected.
When laws are strengthened, perpetrators are stopped.
When advocacy is loud, change becomes possible.

Today, we call on everyone to:
📢 Advocate for stronger protections
⚖️ Support survivor-centered policies
👥 Hold institutions accountable
📚 Educate communities on their rights

Your voice is powerful.
Your advocacy matters.
Together, we can build a safer world for all.

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