Hope Connection Counseling & Therapy

Hope Connection Counseling & Therapy A Cognitive Therapy Strength-based agency specializing in Christian counseling serving children, adu

Our mission is to help people find hope, healing and freedom in order to discover their God-given value and purpose. Common Issues:
Abuse and Neglect
Adjustment Problems
Anger Management
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit Disorders
Child and Adolescent Challenges
Communication
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Domestic Violence
Family Conflict
Grief and Loss
Inner Healing
Interracial Relationship Issues
Multicultural Issues
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
Parenting
Personal/Professional Growth and Development
Phobias
Post-Traumatic Stress
Self-Esteem
Sexual Addictions
Social Skills
Stress Management
Visioning

Doubt. Fear. Temptation. Weariness. These aren’t signs that you’ve failed God — they’re reminders that you need Him. 🚑Go...
02/23/2026

Doubt. Fear. Temptation. Weariness. These aren’t signs that you’ve failed God — they’re reminders that you need Him. 🚑

God isn’t waiting for a polished, perfect version of you. He meets you in the raw prayers, the messy questions, the “I don’t understand” moments.

Honesty is not rebellion. It’s relationship. ❤️✨

To schedule a counseling appointment, call us!

📞 (319) 504-6388
💌 contact@hopeconnectiontherapy.com
🌐 www.hopeconnectiontherapy.com





Your mind shapes how you see the world, how you handle stress, and how you show up in your relationships. When your ment...
02/22/2026

Your mind shapes how you see the world, how you handle stress, and how you show up in your relationships. When your mental health is strong, life feels more manageable. When it’s overwhelmed, even small things can feel heavy. 🧠

Rest isn’t laziness — it’s necessary. Your mind needs time to reset, recharge, and think clearly. ☺️

To schedule a counseling appointment, call us!

📞 (319) 504-6388
💌 contact@hopeconnectiontherapy.com
🌐 www.hopeconnectiontherapy.com





02/21/2026

When something hits you hard, it’s often pointing to a place inside that needs attention and healing. 🫀

Triggers can reveal:
🫣Unmet needs
🫣Old wounds
🫣Limiting beliefs
🫣Weak or missing boundaries

Instead of judging the reaction, get curious about.

To schedule a counseling appointment, call us!

📞 (319) 504-6388
💌 contact@hopeconnectiontherapy.com
🌐 www.hopeconnectiontherapy.com





Healthy love is a two-way flow. 🎈Give:🔑Listen with presence.🔑Speak kindly and honestly.🔑Show appreciation often.🔑Respect...
02/20/2026

Healthy love is a two-way flow. 🎈

Give:
🔑Listen with presence.
🔑Speak kindly and honestly.
🔑Show appreciation often.
🔑Respect boundaries.

Receive:
🎀Accept love without shrinking.
🎀Ask for what you need.
🎀Let yourself be supported.
🎀Stay open to growth.

Balance isn’t 50/50 every day — it’s mutual care over time.

To schedule a counseling appointment, call us!

📞 (319) 504-6388
💌 contact@hopeconnectiontherapy.com
🌐 www.hopeconnectiontherapy.com





Love isn’t about your intention — it’s about their experience.Here are 3 ways to change that:💗Learn their love language ...
02/19/2026

Love isn’t about your intention — it’s about their experience.

Here are 3 ways to change that:
💗Learn their love language (a concept by Gary Chapman) and express love the way they receive it.
💗Ask what makes them feel valued instead of assuming.
💗Be consistent — love feels real when it feels safe and steady.

To schedule a counseling appointment, call us!

📞 (319) 504-6388
💌 contact@hopeconnectiontherapy.com
🌐 www.hopeconnectiontherapy.com





Unconstructive traits can quietly damage a relationship over time. They create distance, resentment, and emotional insec...
02/17/2026

Unconstructive traits can quietly damage a relationship over time. They create distance, resentment, and emotional insecurity if left unaddressed. 🎭

Top 5 Unconstructive Traits:
🥺Poor Communication – Avoiding honest conversations.
🥺Constant Criticism – Attacking character instead of addressing behavior.
🥺Defensiveness – Refusing accountability.
🥺Contempt – Disrespect, sarcasm, or belittling.
🥺Emotional Unavailability – Withholding vulnerability and connection.

Healthy relationships require self-awareness, respect, and willingness to grow.

To schedule a counseling appointment, call us!

📞 (319) 504-6388
💌 contact@hopeconnectiontherapy.com
🌐 www.hopeconnectiontherapy.com





02/16/2026

our self-talk is powerful. 💪

If it’s harsh, you feel heavy.
If it’s kind, you feel capable.

👄Speak to yourself like someone worth supporting — because you are.

To schedule a counseling appointment, call us!

📞 (319) 504-6388
💌 contact@hopeconnectiontherapy.com
🌐 www.hopeconnectiontherapy.com





Peace isn’t hiding in the past, and it’s not waiting in the future. It lives here — in this breath, in this moment. 🕊️We...
02/15/2026

Peace isn’t hiding in the past, and it’s not waiting in the future. It lives here — in this breath, in this moment. 🕊️

We often replay old conversations or rehearse tomorrow’s worries, thinking that will give us control. But calm doesn’t come from control. It comes from presence.

Right now, ask yourself:
☀️What can I hear?
☀️What can I feel?
☀️What can I let go of, just for today?

To schedule a counseling appointment, call us!

📞 (319) 504-6388
💌 contact@hopeconnectiontherapy.com
🌐 www.hopeconnectiontherapy.com





Love isn’t just a feeling—it’s sacrifice.👩If you’re single, it’s sacrificing fear to stay open, pride to stay teachable,...
02/14/2026

Love isn’t just a feeling—it’s sacrifice.

👩If you’re single, it’s sacrificing fear to stay open, pride to stay teachable, and comfort to grow.

👩‍❤️‍👨If you’re married, it’s sacrificing ego to choose peace, being right to protect connection, and convenience to show up daily.

Real love doesn’t erase you—it refines you.

To schedule a counseling appointment, call us!

📞 (319) 504-6388
💌 contact@hopeconnectiontherapy.com
🌐 www.hopeconnectiontherapy.com





A healthy relationship isn’t just about love — it’s about maintenance. Just like we check in on our physical health, we ...
02/13/2026

A healthy relationship isn’t just about love — it’s about maintenance. Just like we check in on our physical health, we need regular relationship check-ins to stay connected, aligned, and emotionally safe.

Why Relationship Check-Ins Matter:
❤️Prevents small issues from becoming big resentments
❤️Strengthens emotional intimacy
❤️Encourages honest communication
❤️Reinforces appreciation and reassurance
❤️Keeps both partners feeling seen and heard

Even strong relationships need intentional space to pause and ask: How are we really doing?

To schedule a counseling appointment, call us!

📞 (319) 504-6388
💌 contact@hopeconnectiontherapy.com
🌐 www.hopeconnectiontherapy.com





Failure isn’t the opposite of success—it’s part of the process. Every setback teaches, reshapes, and strengthens you. Wh...
02/11/2026

Failure isn’t the opposite of success—it’s part of the process. Every setback teaches, reshapes, and strengthens you. What truly holds us back isn’t falling down; it’s standing still. Growth happens when we try, stumble, learn, and try again. 🔂

To schedule a counseling appointment, call us!

📞 (319) 504-6388
💌 contact@hopeconnectiontherapy.com
🌐 www.hopeconnectiontherapy.com

Address

515 Beech Street
Waterloo, IA
50703

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Monday 8am - 2pm
Tuesday 8am - 2pm
Wednesday 8am - 2pm
Thursday 8am - 2pm
Friday 8am - 2pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

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