HopeStone Counseling PLLC

01/15/2026

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition typically diagnosed in childhood. But some people, specifically people assigned female at birth , may go undiagnosed until adulthood.

Traditional estimates find that boys are four times as likely as girls to receive an autism diagnosis. But experts are realizing that almost as many females as males may have autism — recent research shows that nearly 80% of autistic females are undiagnosed as of age 18.

An autism diagnosis can be a relief for many adults. It may explain symptoms they’ve always had but have never been able to explain.

01/15/2026

Being an upstander doesn’t mean jumping into conflict.
It means using your voice in a safe, simple way.

Here are phrases students can actually use:
• “Hey, that’s not okay.”
• “Come on, let’s go.” (Redirect)
• “Leave them alone.”
• “That’s not funny.”
• “Are you okay? Want to talk?”

Small words. Big impact.
Upstanders change school culture; one moment at a time.

11/06/2025

Reflecting on what we are grateful and thankful for has a therapeutic benefit. During the month of November we often reflect on what we are thankful for as we celebrate Thanksgiving. Stop by HopeStone Counseling and add a leaf or leaves to our Grateful Tree.

11/06/2025

HopeStone Counseling participated in the Pink Chair Project and painting the town PINK! Together we raised $10,120.00 for Cancer Services of Davidson County. Great things happen when communities come together!

11/06/2025

Fall is in the air! The mums are blooming bright on the porch of HopeStone Counseling. A great reminder that there is beauty in every season of life.

09/04/2025

09/04/2025

✨️Breaking Stigma Starts With Us✨️

Stigma is one of the biggest barriers to mental health care. It keeps people silent, isolated, and afraid to ask for help. The good news is stigma can be unlearned.

Here are simple ways to start breaking it:
✅️Speak about mental health as openly as you talk about physical health.
✅️Correct myths when you hear them. ✅️Mental health conditions are health conditions, not character flaws.
✅️Listen without judgment when someone shares their story.
✅️Share resources and information so more people know where to turn for help.

When we replace silence with understanding, we create a community where getting help is a sign of strength.

09/04/2025

Now enrolling for fall! Planning Your Recovery starts Monday, October 6.

This free wellness class is for anyone ready to take a closer look at their substance use or mental health diagnosis and start building a plan for change with real support.

Link to register in the comments!

08/20/2025

Some things are too heavy for kids to carry — and they shouldn’t have to.
Your child needs security, not stress. Safety, not secrets.

Let them have the gift of being a kid.

✨ What we don’t share with our kids can shape them just as much as what we do. ✨

08/20/2025

Great opportunity for teens needing to develop DBT skills. If you have a teen that has symptoms of anxiety, poor emotional regulation, difficulty managing their mood or struggles with self harm this would be a great group for them.

06/25/2025

Bull City is offering some AMAZING groups. Don't put your mental health off any longer. Spots will go fast so sign up today.