Divine Concepts Freedom, Inc.

04/05/2026

🌱 Embrace & Evolve: Understanding & Processing Emotions🌱

A 4-Hour Transformational Workshop

Many of us were never taught how to identify, understand, or process our emotions. Instead, we learned to suppress, avoid, numb, or react, often leading to anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and even physical symptoms.

Embrace & Evolve is a powerful 4-hour experiential workshop designed to help you reconnect with your emotional world in a healthy, empowering way.

In this workshop, you will learn how to:

• Identify and name your emotions

• Understand where emotions come from and why they matter

• Recognize how unprocessed emotions impact mental and physical health

• Learn healthy tools to process emotions instead of suppressing them

• Break patterns of emotional avoidance, overwhelm, or emotional shutdown

• Create emotional safety within yourself

This workshop is educational, reflective, and practical, providing tools you can immediately apply to your daily life, relationships, and healing journey.

📅 Workshop Details

Date: April 12

Time: 9: 00 – 1:00 PM

Investment: $150

Includes: 4 hours of intensive emotional growth and insight

Whether you feel emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply want to deepen your self-understanding, Embrace & Evolve helps you move from surviving to truly evolving.

💛 Space is limited. Growth begins with awareness.

📞 Registration Information

➡ Register online:

🌐 www.DivineConcepts.net

➡ Or call:

📱 352-391-2976

Get the support you need to overcome life's challenges. Professional counseling services for individuals, couples, and families.

03/24/2026

How many of us truly want better mental health?
How many of us want healthy, connected relationships?

The truth is… you cannot have either without learning how to identify and process your emotions.

So many people were never taught what they’re feeling, why they’re feeling it, or what to do with it. Instead, emotions get pushed down, avoided, or expressed in ways that damage relationships and our own well-being.

When we don’t process our emotions, they don’t go away… they show up as:
• Anxiety
• Disconnection
• Reactivity
• Miscommunication
• Even physical symptoms

But when you learn how to understand and process your emotions, everything changes. You gain clarity, peace, and the ability to truly connect—with yourself, others, and God.

✨ That’s exactly what we teach in the Embrace & Evolve Workshop ✨

🗓 Sunday, April 12
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
💲 $150

Seats are filling up quickly!

📞 Call or text to reserve your spot: 352-391-2976
📩 Or message us here

This could be the step that changes everything for you.

03/24/2026

Whole Body Wellness: Where Mental & Physical Health Meet

Dear Divine Concepts Community,

At Divine Concepts Counseling, we have always believed that true healing happens when we look at the whole person, mind, body, and spirit.

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Registered Nurse, I have seen firsthand how deeply connected our mental and physical health truly are.

When our bodies are depleted, inflamed, or out of balance… it affects our mood, energy, and ability to cope.
When our minds are overwhelmed with stress, anxiety, or unresolved pain… it impacts our physical health in very real ways.
You cannot fully heal one without addressing the other.

That’s why we are expanding what we offer at Divine Concepts.

Introducing Whole Body Wellness Support

We are excited to introduce a new opportunity to help you better understand your body and support your healing journey in a deeper, more measurable way.

We now have the ability to assess what is happening inside your body, giving you a clearer picture of your current health and a starting point for improvement.

Think of it as a baseline for your wellness journey.

From there, as you begin to nourish your body, reduce stress, and make healthier choices, you’ll not only feel better, you’ll be able to see your progress over time.

Because healing shouldn’t just be something you hope for… It should be something you can track, understand, and experience.

Complimentary Scans – April Only

To introduce this service, we are offering:

FREE Body Scans

📅 Every Wednesday in April

⏰ 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

📍 Divine Concepts Counseling

This is our way of helping you take that first step toward greater awareness, better health, and lasting change.

About the Pharmanex BioPhotonic Scanner

We are excited to be using the Pharmanex BioPhotonic Scanner (also known as the Prism Scanner) a cutting-edge, non-invasive technology designed to measure your body’s antioxidant levels.

This scanner works by using a safe beam of light that is placed on the palm of your hand. In just seconds, it provides a Skin Carotenoid Score (SCS), which reflects the level of antioxidants in your body, an important indicator of how well your body is protecting itself from oxidative stress.

Why does this matter?

Antioxidants play a critical role in your overall health. They help:

Protect your cells from damage
Support your immune system
Reduce inflammation
Promote healthy aging
Improve overall physical and mental well-being
Low antioxidant levels are often linked to increased stress on the body, poor nutrition, and decreased ability to repair and restore.

What this means for you

This scan gives you a simple, measurable baseline of your nutritional and antioxidant status.

From there, as you begin to:

Improve your nutrition
Reduce stress
Support your body with healthier choices…. you can track your progress over time and actually see how your body is responding.

Important Note

The BioPhotonic Scanner is a wellness tool, not a diagnostic medical device. It does not diagnose or treat disease, but it provides valuable insight to help guide healthier lifestyle choices.

Our Commitment to You

At Divine Concepts, we are committed to helping you:

Heal emotionally
Strengthen mentally
Restore physically
Grow spiritually
Because you deserve to feel well, not just survive, but truly thrive.

Reserve Your Spot

Spots are limited each Wednesday, so we encourage you to schedule. Call 352-391-2976

If you have questions, feel free to reach out, we would love to support you on your journey.

02/18/2026

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01/30/2026

❤️ ABCs of Relationships Workshop ❤️
Because relationships are the most important work we will ever do.

We are wired for connection.
Yet so many of us were never taught how to do relationships well.

We love deeply…
We try hard…
And still feel stuck, disconnected, or repeating the same painful patterns — not because we’re broken, but because no one ever gave us the tools.

This workshop is about learning those tools.

💑 ABCs of Relationships Workshop

16 Hours of Intensive Couples Therapy 4 hours for 4 Weeks

📅 February 4, 2026 – February 25, 2026
🗓 Tuesdays
⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

What This Workshop Is About:

This experience is designed to help couples truly understand what’s happening beneath the surface of their relationship.

You’ll learn:
✨ Communication styles (and why you hear things so differently)
✨ Core emotional needs
✨ Attachment patterns
✨ Boundaries & emotional safety
✨ Conflict resolution that builds connection instead of distance

These are practical, real-life tools you can start using immediately — not theory, not blame, not shame.

💛 Ideal for couples who want to:

✔ Strengthen an already good relationship
✔ Restore connection after disconnection or hurt
✔ Reset unhealthy patterns
✔ Build emotional safety, trust, and understanding

💲 Pricing:

• $575 per couple if paid upfront
• OR $100 per week

Healthy relationships don’t happen by accident.
They are built with awareness, skills, and intention.

If your relationship matters to you — and it does — this work is worth it. ❤️

👉 Message me for details or to reserve your spot. 352-391-2976

01/18/2026

🌱 Toxic Shame Workshop

January 29 – March 5

Thursdays | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Price: $575 is paid upfront or $100 per week. Financial assistance available upon request.

📍 Divine Concepts Counseling Office

15151 S. US Highway 441, Suite 100

Summerfield, FL

About the Toxic Shame Workshop

The Toxic Shame Workshop is a 6-week, 24-hour intensive therapeutic experience designed to help individuals identify, understand, and heal the deep-rooted patterns of toxic shame that silently shape their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and relationships.

Toxic shame is the internal belief that “something is wrong with me” rather than “something happened to me.” It often develops through childhood wounds, trauma, neglect, abuse, abandonment, or chronic criticism—and it can quietly drive anxiety, depression, perfectionism, people-pleasing, addiction, relationship struggles, and low self-worth.

This workshop creates a safe, supportive, and structured environment where participants can finally uncover the origins of their shame and begin replacing false beliefs with truth, compassion, and emotional freedom.

What Participants Will Learn & Experience

✔ How to identify toxic shame vs. healthy guilt

✔ Understanding shame narratives and false core beliefs

✔ How shame fuels maladaptive coping behaviors

✔ Tools to interrupt shame cycles and emotional triggers

✔ Learning self-compassion and internal validation

✔ Rewriting your story with truth and emotional resilience

✔ Experiential exercises, guided reflection, and group support

This workshop is transformational, not surface-level. Many participants report increased confidence, emotional clarity, healthier boundaries, and deeper self-acceptance.

Why This Workshop Matters

Unresolved toxic shame keeps people stuck, emotionally, relationally, and spiritually. Healing shame is often the missing link when traditional therapy alone hasn’t brought lasting change. This workshop provides the time, depth, and tools necessary for real, lasting healing.

📞 Registration Information

➡ Register online:

🌐 www.DivineConcepts.net

➡ Or call:

📱 352-391-2976

Spots are limited to maintain a safe and effective group experience.

Get the support you need to overcome life's challenges. Professional counseling services for individuals, couples, and families.

01/06/2026

🌱 Upcoming 2026 Intensive Therapy Workshops

Invest in Your Mental & Emotional Health This Year

At Divine Concepts Counseling, we believe healing happens when insight meets action. Our workshops are designed to go deeper than traditional weekly therapy—offering focused, life-changing intensive work in a supportive, safe environment.

Below are our upcoming 2026 workshops, including dates, pricing, and what you can expect from each experience.

🔗 Toxic Shame Workshop – “Breaking the Toxic Chain”

24 Hours of Intensive Therapy | 6 Weeks

Pricing:
• $575 if paid upfront
• OR $100 per session (6 weeks)

Dates & Time:
📅 January 29, 2026 – March 5, 2026
🗓 Thursdays | ⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

What This Workshop Is About:
This powerful 6-week intensive is designed to help you identify, understand, and break free from toxic shame patterns that keep you stuck in self-criticism, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and emotional disconnection. Participants learn how shame was formed, how it impacts relationships and identity, and how to replace it with truth, self-compassion, and internal validation.

✨ This workshop changes lives.

❤️ ABCs of Relationships Workshop

16 Hours of Intensive Couples Therapy | 4 Weeks

Pricing:
• $575 per couple if paid upfront
• OR $100 per week

Dates & Time:
📅 February 4, 2026 – February 25, 2026
🗓 Tuesdays | ⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

What This Workshop Is About:
This workshop helps couples understand the core foundations of healthy relationships, including communication styles, emotional needs, attachment patterns, boundaries, and conflict resolution. Couples gain practical tools they can immediately apply to deepen connection, reduce conflict, and build emotional safety.

💑 Ideal for couples who want to strengthen, restore, or reset their relationship.

🌊 Overcoming Anxiety Workshop

4 Hours of Intensive Therapy

Pricing:
• $150

Upcoming Dates & Times:
📅 February 10, 2026 – Tuesday | ⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📅 March 1, 2026 – Sunday | ⏰ 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📅 April 19, 2026 – Sunday | ⏰ 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

What This Workshop Is About:
This intensive workshop helps participants understand anxiety at its root—how it affects the body, thoughts, and emotions. You’ll learn grounding techniques, nervous system regulation tools, and practical strategies to reduce anxious spirals and regain a sense of calm and control.

🧠 Learn how to work with your nervous system instead of fighting it.

🌸 Embrace & Evolve – Emotions Workshop

How to Identify & Process Your Emotions
4 Hours of Intensive Therapy

Pricing:
• $150

Upcoming Dates & Times:
📅 February 1, 2026 – Sunday | ⏰ 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📅 March 4, 2026 – Wednesday | ⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📅 April 12, 2026 – Sunday | ⏰ 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

What This Workshop Is About:
Many people were never taught how to identify or process emotions—leading to anxiety, depression, physical symptoms, and emotional shutdown. This workshop teaches you how emotions work, how to safely process them, and how unexpressed emotions impact mental and physical health.

🌱 Learn how to feel without fear—and grow through emotional awareness.

01/03/2026

Christmas in January 🎄🌲🎅

🎄 Women’s Group Christmas Party + Open Invitation 🎄

Our Women’s Group at Divine Concepts is getting together for a joyful Christmas celebration, and everyone is invited, especially if you’ve been thinking about checking us out!

💚 About Our Women’s Group:
We meet every Thursday from 6:30–8:30 PM and are a tribe of women supporting women, a safe, encouraging space for connection, growth, laughter, and real life.
✨ It is a FREE support group
✨ We are currently accepting new participants
✨ You don’t have to commit long-term, you can simply join us for the Christmas party!

🎁 Christmas Party Details:
• 🎅 Ugly Sweater Contest (have fun with it!)
• 🎁 Self-Care Gift Exchange ($10–$20)
Optional — bring a gift if you’d like, but no pressure!
• 🎲 Lots of games, laughter, and fun

🍽️ Food we’ll be enjoying:
Turkey, dressing, potatoes & gravy, green bean casserole, corn casserole, relish trays, pies, and drinks.
👉 If you want to bring something extra, feel free to comment and let the group know — but please don’t feel obligated.

👯 Bring a friend… or several!
Seriously — the more the merrier. Just bring yourself and anyone you’d like to invite. This is a relaxed, welcoming night focused on connection and joy.

📍 Location:
Divine Concepts
15151 S US HWY 441 suite 100
Summerfield, Fl 34491

352-391-2976

📣 Please share this post on your page and help us spread the word. Let’s keep building a community where women feel seen, supported, and encouraged.

🌟 Let’s get our tribe flourishing this year.
We would love to celebrate with you! 💚🎄✨

11/27/2025

Wishing you a Blessed and Joy-Filled Thanksgiving!
At Divine Concepts Counseling and Divine Concepts Freedom, we are grateful for the honor of supporting you in your mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness. This year, I am especially thankful for the strength, resilience, and hope each of you bring to your healing journey.

May God surround you with His comfort, fill your heart with gratitude, and remind you that you are fearfully and wonderfully made.

11/17/2025

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11/05/2025

We Had to Change the Dates! 🚨

Our Shame Workshop has new dates and times!

Instead of meeting on Saturday, November 29, sessions will now be held on Sundays, beginning November 30th and running through January 11th, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM each week.

👉 Please note: there will be no class on Sunday, December 14th.

🌱 About the Workshop

This transformative 6-week, 24-hour intensive workshop is designed to help you break free from the hidden effects of toxic shame and rediscover your worth.

During this powerful experience, you’ll learn to:

Understand the difference between healthy shame and toxic shame
Identify your shame narrative and the false agreements that keep you stuck
Heal emotional wounds through awareness, compassion, and grace
Step into the freedom of authentic living rooted in truth.
Shame thrives in secrecy, but healing happens in connection. This workshop provides a safe environment to process, grow, and transform.

📍 Location

Divine Concepts Counseling, Inc.

15151 S. US Highway 441, Suite 100

Summerfield, FL 34491

📞 (352) 391-2976

💲 Cost

$575 total for the full 24-hour program

—or—

$100 per week (6 weeks total)

✨ To Register

Call or text (352) 391-2976

or message us right here on Facebook to reserve your spot.

Don’t let shame define you!

Come and experience healing, connection, and lasting transformation. 💛

11/03/2025

🌿 TOXIC SHAME WORKSHOP 🌿

Hosted by Divine Concepts Counseling, Inc.
Address: 15151 S. US Highway 441, Suite 100, Summerfield, Florida
Phone: (352) 391-2976

Are you ready to break free from the weight of shame and step into your God-given identity?

Join us for a life-changing 6-week workshop that will help you understand, process, and heal from toxic shame.

🕊️ When: Saturdays, November 29 – January 10

⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

(We will skip December 13.)

💰 Investment in Yourself: $575 (paid upfront)

or $100 per week

💞 Financial assistance available if needed

✨ What You’ll Experience:

Identify your shame narrative and false agreements
Learn how shame shapes your thoughts, emotions, and relationships
Develop tools for healing and self-compassion
Discover how to live freely and authentically

This 6-week, 4-hour-per-week experience will transform your life.

Spaces are limited — reserve your spot today!

📞 Call (352) 391-2976 to register or learn more.

💻 Divine Concepts Counseling, Inc.