Real Life Counseling, PLLC

12/26/2025

❤️Holiday Check-In ❤️
The holidays can bring a mix of emotions — joy, stress, grief, loneliness, gratitude, and everything in between. While this season is often portrayed as cheerful, it’s completely okay if it feels heavy or overwhelming at times.

If you’re experiencing the “holiday blues” or navigating a wide range of emotions, please know that you don’t have to do it alone. We have caring providers available who are here to support you, wherever you are emotionally.

Taking care of your mental health is important year-round, and reaching out for support is a meaningful step. If you’d like to connect with a provider please head to our website and request an appointment. Real Life Counseling | Get Started https://hubs.li/Q03YZxT20

You’re not alone this season ❤️

12/25/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas 🎄

Wishing everyone a peaceful and gentle Christmas. We know this day can bring many different emotions — joy, reflection, nostalgia, or even heaviness — and all of those feelings are valid.

Whether you’re spending today with loved ones, honoring traditions, or simply taking a quiet moment for yourself, we hope you’re able to find a bit of comfort and care in whatever the day holds.

From all of us, thank you for being part of our community. May today offer warmth, kindness, and moments of rest.

12/23/2025

✨ Holiday Hours Update ✨

As we head into the holiday season, we want to share a quick update about our office hours.

Our administrative team will be out starting today and will return on 1/2. During this time, if you have questions or need support, please feel free to reach out directly to your provider.

Any calls or emails received while our admin team is away will be returned when we’re back in the office on January 2nd. We appreciate your patience and understanding as our team takes time to rest and recharge.

Wishing everyone a warm, peaceful holiday season filled with care and connection ❤️

12/18/2025

Anxiety, depression, fears/phobias and other mental health struggles are often tied to or may be impacting our thought life. Our thoughts may not be what is causing a mental health struggle, but the battle of our mind and thought life is often the arena it plays out in. Learning how to either navigate or even replace negative or unhelpful thoughts with guiding and grounding ones is sometimes the most crucial work we do in counseling. And that can be hard to do on our own. Counselors are trained to partner with you in helping replace hindering or even hurtful thoughts with ones that make managing our mental health hopeful and helpful. If you're looking for some help in improving some unhelpful thoughts that may be tied to a mental health struggle, get started right here: https://reallifecounseling.us

Real Life Counseling in Vancouver, WA serves adults, couples, teens & children with mental health counselors for depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief & loss.

12/08/2025

As we head into the holidays, family (or the lack thereof) becomes a significant part of the experience. Families have the potential to be both the most enriching part of our lives as well as our greatest sources of stress, grief or conflict. They can be a strength and joy, or, a reminder of loneliness, loss or abandonment. Families, good or bad, natural or adopted, are a powerful force in our lives that enrich and wound. As we head into the holidays, if you are looking for ways to either enrich the family you have, or, identify a community that can fill the family gap, reach out. Counselors understand the value & significance of family - when you have one and when you don't - and how to strengthen those connections and improve the life they create in yours. And for those who may not have family, finding your own or new ways to celebrate holidays becomes important. Holidays are a significant part of the human experience, not only in what we receive, but often more special in what we give, invest into and whose lives are enriched by our own. https://reallifecounseling.us

Real Life Counseling in Vancouver, WA serves adults, couples, teens & children with mental health counselors for depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief & loss.

12/07/2025

At Real Life Counseling, our mission is to provide compassionate, strengths-based, and client-centered mental health services that honor the dignity of every individual. We are committed to making care accessible and personalized, supporting individuals across Washington in their journey toward healing and growth. We also foster a supportive and collaborative environment for our clinicians and interns, empowering them to develop their skills and thrive in their careers.

Our vision is to build a community where mental health care is universally accessible, stigma-free, and integrated with vital resources—creating a world where everyone has the support they need to live fulfilling, resilient lives. https://reallifecounseling.us

Real Life Counseling in Vancouver, WA serves adults, couples, teens & children with mental health counselors for depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief & loss.

12/02/2025

🎁 Holiday Gift Drive 2025 🎁
We’re excited to kick off our annual Gift Drive to help bring joy to those in our community this holiday season!

From now through December 19th, we’re collecting new, unwrapped gifts at all three of our locations. Every donation—big or small—helps make the holidays a little brighter for a child who could use some extra cheer.

Whether you drop off a favorite childhood classic, a cozy gift, or something fun and creative, your kindness will make a real impact.

Swing by an office if you want more information or just send us a message.

Thank you for helping us give back.
Community matters. ❤️✨

11/27/2025

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from Real Life Counseling! 🦃

This Thanksgiving, we pause to reflect on gratitude — for our families, our communities, and the moments of connection that bring meaning to our lives. 💛

We also recognize that the holidays can be challenging for those who may feel lonely or isolated. It’s okay to acknowledge those feelings, and reaching out for support is a sign of strength. Practicing gratitude, even in small ways, and connecting with others — friends, loved ones, or a counselor — can help bring comfort and hope.

From all of us at RLC, thank you for letting us be part of your journey toward mental wellness. May your day be filled with warmth, kindness, and connection — and remember, you are never truly alone. 💚

11/26/2025

📣 Thanksgiving Office Hours Update

As we head into the holiday, we encourage you to take a moment for your mental well-being—whether that means setting boundaries, slowing down, or finding a quiet space to breathe. 🧡🍂

For those looking to begin care with RLC or who are actively working with us, please note that our administrative office will be closed starting Wednesday, 11/26 at 1 PM. We will reopen on Monday, 12/1 at 9 AM. If you’re hoping to start care during this time, you can still begin the process here → https://hubs.li/Q03VJkqY0

We are thankful for each and every one of you. Please remember: you matter, your well-being matters, and the world is better with you in it.

Wishing you a grounded, peaceful, and restorative Thanksgiving. 🧡🍁

11/20/2025

🌟 Happy Children’s Day! 🌟

Today, we celebrate children everywhere — their curiosity, creativity, and resilience. But beyond the smiles and laughter, it’s crucial to recognize the importance of supporting children’s mental health. 💛

Early mental health care helps children understand their emotions, cope with stress, and develop skills that last a lifetime. Addressing challenges early can prevent struggles from growing into bigger issues later. Every child deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported.

At RLC, we are committed to providing compassionate, child-focused care that empowers young minds and nurtures emotional well-being. Let’s prioritize children’s mental health — because when children thrive emotionally, they thrive in every part of life. 💚

Real Life Counseling in Vancouver, WA serves adults, couples, teens & children with mental health counselors for depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief & loss.

11/13/2025

🌎💛 Happy World Kindness Day from Real Life Counseling! 💛🌎

At RLC, we know that kindness is more than just a feeling — it’s a powerful tool for connection, healing, and growth. Whether it’s offering a smile, listening with empathy, or showing compassion to yourself, small acts of kindness can make a big difference. ✨

Today (and every day), let’s choose kindness — in our communities, in our relationships, and in our own hearts. 💚