Why “Sleep Hygiene” Hasn’t Fixed Your Insomnia
The Most Repeated Sleep Advice on the Internet A sleep‑deprived life is not a happy existence, so if you have …
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Navigating Your Way Through an Unwanted Divorce
Divorce is rarely a decision made lightly—and for many, it is not a decision they wanted at all. As faith‑integrated …
About Me ~ Dorothy Kuo
Hello! My name is Dorothy Kuo, and I am grateful to be returning to the mental health counseling field after …
Breaking the Cycle of Numbing, Avoidance and Silent Struggle
Many people may appear “fine” from the outside. They go to work, show up for their families, spend time with …
Alica Howard
Graduate Student Intern Are you navigating a road that feels less traveled, even at times intimidating? Do you feel like …
Amelia Algood
Graduate Student Intern Life can be overwhelming, and it often feels like there is never a break. We can easily …
Nicholas Bernier, MA, APC
I’m Nicholas, and I am grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside you in your journey toward healing, growth, and …
Braided Resilience: Finding Beauty in the Healing Journey
Redefining What It Means to Be Resilient When we think of resilience, many of us picture strength, perseverance, or the …
Conscious Contact with God
Hey, Charlie. The Restoration Counseling Newsletter printed another article by that old guy who always writes about alcoholics. What do you want …
The Effects of Helicopter Parenting on Kids and Parents
A Christian Perspective Today’s parents face increasing struggles with the pressures and uncertainties of raising children in today’s world, and …
Wisdom That Guards the Heart
Lessons from Proverbs 7 At Restoration Counseling of Atlanta, our mission is to walk with those who are seeking restoration—especially …
How To Get the Most Out Of Therapy
Therapy is an investment. A worthwhile one in my opinion, but an investment, nonetheless. And as I contemplated my article …
What Is Trauma?
I sometimes say that my job is being a “trauma therapist.” What does that mean? I have family members who …
The Ache That Guides Us
It’s difficult to sit in the discomfort of wanting something that feels perpetually out of reach. I want to feel …
Compassion, Faith, and Facts for Suicide Awareness Month
Every September, communities around the world observe Suicide Awareness Month to break the silence, dispel stigma, and bring hope to …
Can We Do EMDR Online?
“Yes! We can do EMDR online. Not only is it helpful, for many people it is an excellent choice!” EMDR …
A Grace-Filled Reset
Prioritizing Yourself This Fall As we gear back up for the beginning of the school year, it is naturally a …
Parenting With Connection Over Correction, Part 2
When we think of the term correction in parenting, we assume we’re just correcting our children. However, there is often …
The Addiction Cycle, Pornography, and Shame
In the fight against addiction, the addiction cycle is one of the most important concepts to understand and apply. Originally …
Running The Race of Grief with Endurance and Faith
Running is one of my favorite hobbies. I’m not an accomplished athlete, just an average runner who enjoys the structure …