Emergent Hope Counseling

23/09/2025

💜Happy Recovery Month! 💜

Recovery Month is celebrated in September to educate the public that addiction and mental health treatment are effective, promote the message that recovery is possible for everyone, and celebrate the contributions of people in recovery and the service providers who support them. The month serves to foster a sense of community, highlight available resources, advocate for policy changes to support recovery, and dismantle the stigma associated with addiction and mental health challenges.

If you struggling with substance abuse & addiction please reach out. Treatment works. Recovery is possible. Sobriety is achievable.

21/09/2025

⭐️Ofher forms that abuse shows up. Have a read 👇🏽

Stay away from the men that make it their duty to humble you or remind you of your flaws. You think jealousy is bad coming from a woman? A jealous woman ain't got nothing on a jealous man. Men who feel the need to belittle or demean others, especially those they claim to care about, often do so out of their own deep-seated insecurities.

These men may use criticism, condescension, or even subtle put-downs to make themselves feel more powerful or superior. However, this behavior can be incredibly damaging to those on the receiving end, eroding confidence, self-esteem, and emotional well-being.

Jealousy in men can manifest differently than in women, often masquerading as possessiveness, control, or aggression. When a man is driven by jealousy, he may become overly critical, accusatory, or even violent, using his emotions to manipulate and dominate those around him.

It's essential to recognize the signs of jealousy and controlling behavior in men, such as:

- Constant criticism or belittling
- Possessiveness or controlling behavior
- Accusations of flirting or attention-seeking
- Emotional manipulation or guilt-tripping
- Anger or aggression when boundaries are set

If you find yourself in a situation with someone who consistently makes you feel bad about yourself or tries to control your behavior, it's crucial to prioritize your own emotional safety. Set clear boundaries, seek support from trusted friends or family, and consider distancing yourself from the toxic dynamic.

Your emotional well-being is worth more than any relationship. Don't settle for someone who makes you feel small, insignificant, or unworthy. You deserve to be treated with respect, kindness, and compassion.

21/09/2025

⭐️Abusive relationship. No, you are not making it up or the one causing the issue. Have a read 👇

I don't know who needs to hear this right now, but if you're in a relationship with someone who picks fights with you right before deadlines, interviews, birthdays, tests, or before going out with friends, you are in an abusive relationship with someone who is sabotaging you.

That is not coincidence. That is not just “bad timing.” That is calculated control. When someone knows you have something important ahead and chooses that exact moment to create drama, arguments, or emotional chaos, it’s because they want to weaken you. They want you distracted, drained, and emotionally shaken so that you can’t show up as your best self. They are not just ruining a day, they are intentionally stealing your moments, your confidence, and your joy.

Real love doesn’t compete with your happiness. A healthy partner doesn’t feel threatened by your success or your celebrations. They cheer you on, they calm your nerves, they reassure you when you doubt yourself. They want to see you smile, not cry. They want you to win, not crumble.

Pay close attention to the patterns:

If the fights always show up right before your important events, it’s not random.

If your joy is constantly overshadowed by their anger, it’s not love.

If you feel like you’re walking on eggshells every time something good is about to happen for you, that’s control.

You deserve a partner who celebrates you, not one who sabotages you. Someone who brings peace, not chaos. Someone who protects your mind, not one who tries to break it.

If this feels familiar, please don’t minimize it. Don’t excuse it. Don’t keep telling yourself, “Maybe it’s just stress” or “Maybe I’m overreacting.” No. This is emotional abuse, and abuse doesn’t always come in bruises or yelling—it often comes in silence, manipulation, and perfectly timed sabotage.

Protect your energy. Guard your spirit. Your life moments are too valuable to let someone else destroy them. Real love will feel like safety, encouragement, and freedom—not sabotage.

18/09/2025

⭐️ It is okay to talk to your child about their diagnoses. See great these great tips by neurodivergent_insights on the benefits.

Talking to your kid about their diagnosis isn't just important, it's also a way to help them feel more in control. It gives them the language to understand themselves and tools to support themselves:

💬 Language to describe their experiences without shame or defaulting to character-based labels.
💛 A foundation to support self-compassion
📢 A framework for self-advocacy
💞 New opportunities for belonging and connection
✨ Basic respect for who they are

Talking openly about a diagnosis is about giving kids the knowledge, language, and confidence to understand themselves and navigate the world with more support and clarity.

To learn more about this you can read our full article guest written by Dr. Donna Henderson: https://neurodivergentinsights.com/do-i-tell-my-child-about-their-diagnosis/

17/09/2025

⭐️ Gaslighting is a real thing. You can feel confused and doubting yourself, but the person knows exactly what they are doing.
Here are the 6 types of gaslighting. Know that you are not going crazy.

6 Types Of Gaslighting

02/09/2025

⭐️ Let’s protect green open spaces that are highly beneficial for everyone’s mental and physical health.


Thank you for this reminder BEST! 💚

30/08/2025

🌻 National Grief Awareness Day is observed annually on August 30th to raise awareness about the reality of grief, support those who are grieving, and educate the public on how to help individuals and families navigate loss. Founded by Angie Cartwright in 2014, the day encourages open conversations about loss, normalizes the diverse ways people experience and cope with grief, and provides resources for those who need them.

14/08/2025

⭐️ Yes 🙌🏽 We need more of this!
Men showing other men that it is okay to show emotions. That it is okay to want to be with family. That it is okay to cry. That it is okay being you.
Well done young man! You have done more than some of us therapists could help other young men realize what real and normal manhood is about 💙

09/08/2025

💔International news
So tragic 😥. Please, please if you have signs of an abusive partner seek help and support.
If you know if you are in an abusive relationship and are afraid to get out, please seek support. Many times this person will not chance on their own, until it is too late and cost you your life. 😔

She was only 20 years old… and now she’s gone forever.

Yesterday morning in Tennessee Colony, Kia-Patrick Roushelle Walker was found lifeless in a parking lot—police say her ex-boyfriend, Cyrus Johnson, shot and killed her. He’s now charged with murder.

A passerby found her body and called for help… but it was already too late.

She was young. She was loved. She should still be here.
How many more times do we have to read a story like this before it stops? 💔

17/06/2025

Watch on Channel 82. “Men have scars too”.
June 17th

8:00 PM

06/06/2025

This how we still role in life despite the sudden hiccups or the punches! 👏👏👏