Elevate Counseling Services

02/07/2026

02/05/2026

If January felt like a sprint, February is your invitation to slow down.

You don’t need to have it all figured out.

You just need space to come back to yourself.

The 5 Pillars of Self-Care is a flexible, self-paced course that helps you:

💬 Check in with your emotional health
🤝 Strengthen boundaries and connection
🧠 Build resilience
🌱 Create a self-care rhythm that actually works for your life

No pressure. No perfection. Just real tools and guidance—free to start anytime.

👉 https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/courses/the-five-pillars-of-self-care-nurturing-whole-health-balance-by-strengthening-competence–e0cd422c-b563-494d-bcae-1262dc5a878b/salespage

📞 508-297-1491 | 📧 intake@elevate-counseling.com

📍 Franklin, Easton, Raynham, Hopkinton, Lakeville, Seekonk

💻 Telehealth available across Massachusetts

02/05/2026

Real self-care isn’t bubble baths and green smoothies (though those are great).

It’s asking yourself: What do I actually need right now — mentally, emotionally, physically, relationally, spiritually?

If you’re burned out, overwhelmed, or stuck in survival mode, self-care doesn’t always feel simple.

That’s why we created The 5 Pillars of Self-Care — a self-paced course to help you strengthen every part of your well-being, one intentional step at a time.

🌀 Includes a free option so you can explore at your own pace.

🔗 Get started here:
https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/courses/the-five-pillars-of-self-care-nurturing-whole-health-balance-by-strengthening-competence–e0cd422c-b563-494d-bcae-1262dc5a878b/salespage

📍 Franklin, Easton, Raynham, Hopkinton, Lakeville, Seekonk
💻 Telehealth across Massachusetts
📞 508-297-1491 | 📧 intake@elevate-counseling.com

02/04/2026

Valentine’s Day is around the corner, but what if you turned some of that love inward this year? 💛

Self-love isn’t just spa days and affirmations. It’s about the quiet choices you make every day to protect your peace, honor your needs, and treat yourself with the same compassion you offer everyone else.

✨ In our latest post, we’re sharing 4 gentle ways to build real self-love:

— Replace harsh self-talk with kindness
— Set boundaries that protect your energy
— Let go of perfectionism
— Ask for help when you need it

You don’t have to wait for a card or flowers to feel worthy.
Your healing starts with how you treat yourself.

Ready to explore deeper self-worth in therapy?
We’re here when you’re ready.

📞 508-297-1491 | 📧 intake@elevate-counseling.com
📍 Franklin | Easton | Raynham | Hopkinton | Lakeville | Seekonk
💻 Telehealth available across Massachusetts

02/03/2026

“They seem fine at school… but they fall apart at home.”

If you’ve ever thought this about your 7–9 year old, you’re not alone. Many kids hold it together all day, only to release their stress in the safety of home.

Creative Explorers is a 3-day art therapy group designed to help kids make sense of big feelings and build emotional tools they can actually use — through art, movement, and peer support.

Led by licensed art therapist Sharon Fortier-O’Dea, LMHC, ATR, this group gives kids a chance to:
• Practice healthy emotional expression in a low-pressure space
• Learn strategies to manage frustration and overstimulation
• Build confidence through creativity and connection
• Strengthen peer interaction skills through guided group play

🗓 Feb 17–19 (Mon–Wed)
🕙 10:00–11:30 AM | In-person at our Easton, MA office
💵 $35/session | Most commercial insurance accepted
📞 Call Sharon at 508-202-1811 x22 or email sharonf@elevate-counseling.com for more information
🗓 Registration deadline: February 11, 2026

💡 Want to try an art therapy activity at home?
Ask your child to draw a “feelings backpack” — what emotions do they carry every day? Label each one together and notice what takes up the most space.

02/03/2026

Low self-esteem doesn’t just affect how we feel — it influences how we show up at work, in leadership, and in relationships.

It can look like overworking, people-pleasing, difficulty accepting feedback, or constantly questioning your own value.

Many high-functioning adults quietly struggle with the belief that they’re not doing enough or being enough. Therapy offers a space to examine where those beliefs came from — and to build a more grounded, internal sense of worth that isn’t tied to performance.

You don’t need to earn your value.
You already have it.

📍 Offices in Franklin, Easton, Raynham, Hopkinton, Lakeville, Seekonk
💻 Telehealth available across Massachusetts
📞 508-297-1491 | intake@elevate-counseling.com

02/01/2026

This Valentine’s Day, don’t forget the most important relationship you’ll ever have, the one with yourself. 💛

We often talk about love in terms of connection with others. But the truth is: deep, lasting connection starts within.

When we learn how to be kind to ourselves, understand our triggers, and honor our own needs — we become more available for authentic, fulfilling relationships.

✨ In our latest article, we explore how self-intimacy leads to better communication, emotional regulation, and deeper connection in partnerships. Whether you’re single, in a relationship, or somewhere in between, these reflections will meet you where you are.

📖 Read the full piece here:
https://www.elevate-counseling.com/self-intimacy-for-better-relationships/

📍 In-person therapy available in Franklin, Easton, Raynham, Hopkinton, Lakeville, and Seekonk
💻 Telehealth across Massachusetts
📞 508-297-1491 | 📧 intake@elevate-counseling.com

Self-intimacy, the deep connection and understanding of oneself, plays a pivotal role in fostering healthier and more fulfilling relationships. When individuals prioritize self-intimacy, they bring a stronger sense of self-awareness, emotional regulation, and authenticity into their partnerships, ul...

02/01/2026

February break is coming — and so are the meltdowns, sibling squabbles, and “I’m bored!” complaints.

What if you could turn 3 mornings into something that helps your child grow emotionally and gives them a safe, creative outlet?

Creative Explorers is a 3-day art therapy group for kids ages 7–9 that meets during school break and helps build emotional resilience, regulation, and social connection — all through art.

🎨 Led by licensed art therapist Sharon Fortier-O’Dea, LMHC, ATR, this group is designed for kids who:
• Get overwhelmed easily or have trouble calming down
• Struggle with friendships, transitions, or big emotions
• Thrive with structure and creative expression

🗓 Feb 17–19 (Mon–Wed)
🕙 10:00–11:30 AM | In-person at our Easton, MA office
💵 $35/session | Most commercial insurance accepted
📞 Call Sharon at 508-202-1811 x22 or email sharonf@elevate-counseling.com for more information
🗓 Registration deadline: February 11, 2026

💡 Want to try an art therapy exercise at home?
Draw a “feelings weather report” together. What kind of weather matches your child’s mood today — a thunderstorm, sunshine, clouds, or wind? It’s a fun way to open conversation without pressure.

01/29/2026

This year, what if you focused on self-worth, not just self-improvement?

It’s easy to set goals from a place of pressure. But lasting change starts with how you see yourself.

Our course, Challenge Yourself to Better Self-Esteem, helps you:

🧠 Reframe negative self-talk
💬 Understand how social media affects confidence
💛 Build practical self-esteem skills for everyday life
🤝 Strengthen your support network

Start today with our free access option—no pressure, just real tools.

👉 https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/courses/challenge-yourself-to-better-self-esteem–3fed1b19-e25f-4e2f-b6f6-6c2b143215fc/salespage?priceId=price-cwqelxZQMOik7iptE9Ye4g

📞 508-297-1491 | 📧 intake@elevate-counseling.com

📍 Franklin, Easton, Raynham, Hopkinton, Lakeville, Seekonk

💻 Virtual access available statewide

01/29/2026

January is Mental Wellness Month, and for good reason.

It’s cold. It’s dark. The holidays are over.
And if you’re in Massachusetts, it can feel especially heavy.

The pressure to “start strong” with resolutions can feel discouraging when you’re emotionally drained, still recovering from holiday chaos, or just trying to get through the day.

But here’s the truth:

✨ Mental wellness is where sustainable change begins.
When your mind is supported, everything else — your health, your relationships, your goals — becomes more manageable.

If you’re struggling this month, you’re not failing.
You might just need a reset that starts inside.

Curious about working with a therapist? We’re here when you’re ready.

📞 508-297-1491 | intake@elevate-counseling.com
📍 Franklin, Easton, Raynham, Hopkinton, Lakeville, Seekonk
💻 Telehealth available statewide in Massachusetts

01/28/2026

Struggling with self-esteem rarely comes from nowhere.

It’s often shaped over time — by criticism, comparison, trauma, or environments where you learned that love or approval had to be earned.

If you constantly feel like you’re too much, not enough, or somehow falling short, that isn’t a personal failure. It’s a signal that your nervous system learned to stay on high alert for judgment or rejection.

Therapy can help you gently untangle those beliefs and build a sense of self-worth that isn’t dependent on productivity, perfection, or other people’s opinions. You don’t need to become someone new to deserve care — you already do.

📞 508-297-1491
📧 intake@elevate-counseling.com
📍 Franklin, Easton, Raynham, Hopkinton, Lakeville, Seekonk
💻 Telehealth available across Massachusetts

01/27/2026

Some kids melt down. Others shut down. Either way, they’re overwhelmed — and they need more than just reminders to “use their words.”

If your 7–9 year old is struggling with frustration, friendship, or focus, Creative Explorers could be the gentle reset they need.

This 3-day art therapy group uses play, creativity, and emotional coaching to help kids build the tools they need to thrive — all in a safe, encouraging environment with peers.

Led by licensed art therapist Sharon Fortier-O’Dea, LMHC, ATR, this group is designed to help kids:
• Express themselves when words fall short
• Learn calming and coping strategies for big feelings
• Build social skills and emotional confidence
• Feel safe, seen, and supported

🗓 Feb 17–19 (Mon–Wed)
🕙 10:00–11:30 AM | In-person at our Easton, MA office
💵 $35/session | Most commercial insurance accepted
📞 Call Sharon at 508-202-1811 x22 or email sharonf@elevate-counseling.com for more information
🗓 Registration deadline: February 11, 2026

💡 Want to try an art therapy exercise at home?
Invite your child to draw their “calm-down space” — real or imaginary. Is it a treehouse? A tent? A blanket fort? This gives insight into what safety and comfort look like for them.