The Healing Cottage, 119 N. Belair Road, Evans, GA (2025)

09/21/2025

Amanda Hullum from The Walking Free Foundation has sessions available.

From Amanda,
Hey Facebook fam,

I have some space open right now for new clients, and I’d love to share my heart with you.

So much of my passion is for women and children…helping you know you’re not alone, understanding identity, that your story matters, and that there is hope even in the middle of hard seasons. 💛

Sometimes what’s needed is Biblical counseling: a safe place to work through pain, struggles, or emotions that feel heavy. Other times it’s coaching: having someone come alongside you to set goals, gain clarity, and move forward into the life you long for.

Both are about walking with you, right where you are, with grace and encouragement.

If you’ve been thinking about counseling or coaching for yourself or your child, I’d love to connect.
I’m located on N. Belair Rd in Evans, GA, and it would be an honor to walk this journey with you.

📝 Send me a message if you’d like more info or to schedule a time, or send me a text: (706) 564-7827.

I lead a womens group for women healing from betrayal every other Tuesday, and a group for teenage girls on Monday’s that I’d love to have you join!

You don’t have to walk alone. 🤟🏽

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09/13/2025

Can you imagine—
the breath knocked right out of your chest when you see a grainy video and realize the face the world is searching for… is your own child?

Can you imagine the shaking hands,
the way a phone becomes a weight in your palm, when you dial the number that could hand your son over to a fate worse than you can bear to name?

This is the world:
where one son is buried, and another son’s life unravels under the weight of his own hands.

The grief of the Kirk family is an ocean of tears we all wade into but mercy means we weep not only for the loss of Charlie Kirk, and the pain of his family but also for the 22-year-old who took Kirk’s life, and the parents who are left to cradle the unbearable weight of both love and horror.

This is what it means to be human in a broken world: To pray with tears for every aching family, to lament the fracture of every heart, to hold space for the truth that every soul is important.

Because every mother’s heart,
every father’s trembling hands,
are caught up in the same story of sons and daughters who are all in need of grace deeper than the grave.

So we hold both families in the whispers of our prayers.

We whisper the only hope we have:
Please, comfort and heal, Holy Spirit.

09/11/2025

"If I die?? I want to be remembered for courage for my faith." Charlie Kirk

Hate is a poison. It does not just wound the person it’s aimed at it seeps back into the one who carries it or supports it , destroying soul, spirit, and even body.

No one deserves to die for their opinions on faith, liberty, or morals. Our differences are meant to be wrestled with in dialogue, not silenced with violence. To take a life because of a belief is not only sick, it is a betrayal of our shared humanity.

A martyr is someone who suffers or dies for their beliefs and their faith. In that sense, Charlie Kirk has become a martyr, his life taken because he dared to stand boldly for what he believed in, Jesus Christ.

On this date in 2001, hate also killed thousands of innocent men, women, and children in the attacks of September 11. The same poison that fueled that evil act is the same poison that fuels violence today.
Hate may seem powerful in the moment, but it always leaves devastation in its wake.

If you hate anyone please seek help to heal.

Love, mercy, and truth these are the only forces that can heal and sustain both individuals and nations.

Our hearts ache over the murder of Charlie Kirk and we still remember and mourn the devastation of 9-11-2001.

" All death can do to the believer is deliver him to God."-- Charlie Kirk

09/08/2025

Only a couple more spots left !
Hurry, class starts tonight! Family discounts and hardship/sliding scale scholarships available.

🌸 🌸Limited spots available for our upcoming girls’ class!

✨ Spoken & Set Apart:
A Poetry Journey to Purity, Confidence & Wholeness ✨

This 6-week class is designed for girls ages 12–16 and offers a safe, uplifting space to explore emotional health, purity, and confidence through poetry, Scripture, and connection.

🗓 Starts August 25, 2025
🕡 Mondays | 6:30–7:30 PM
📍 The Healing Cottage | 119 N Belair Rd, Evans, GA

💜 Tuition: $250
(Family discounts available)
📦 All materials included
🌟 Presentation for family:
October 6th

This is more than a class—it's a soul-nourishing experience where young hearts will be encouraged, inspired, and reminded of their worth in Christ. 💖

📲 To register or learn more, call/text Amanda (706) 564-7827 Amanda Hullum

Let’s raise girls who know they are chosen, spoken over, and set apart. 🌷

09/04/2025

Breaking the Cycle of Shame:
You’re Not Alone
The Conquer Program- Begins Sept 22

Feeling trapped in cycles of guilt and shame over p**n use? You’re far from alone. Even among those sitting quietly in church pews every week.

According to a recent Barna study:
54% of practicing Christians struggle with p**nography at least occasionally, while 22% view it weekly or daily

Alarmingly, only 10% of churches currently offer any programming to support those dealing with p**n use

Pastors aren’t exempt either:
Two out of three U.S. pastors (67%) have dealt with p**nography struggles, and nearly one in five (18%) say it’s a current battle Yet, most recognize that the issue is widespread among congregants—75% of Christian men and 40% of Christian women report consuming p**nography

This silent epidemic grows in isolation and secrecy, fueling shame and distancing many from God and community.
But there is hope.

The Conquer Program
September 22, 2025 6:30 pm

What to expect:
Holistic, shame-free support using scientific facts, cinematic visuals, therapeutic guidance, and spiritual strategies.

Bi-weekly meetings on Mondays at 6:30 PM, all materials provided.

Located at 119 N Belair Rd, Evans, GA 30809

Just $50 per session
accessible, practical, and purpose-driven.

Let’s not wait until it’s too late. Join us and build a path forward toward integrity, healing, and healthy relationships.

If you or someone you know needs this, please share or reach out today.
To Register:
✉️ Email: thehealingcottagecsra@gmail.com
📱 Call or Text: (706) 339-1020
You don’t have to walk through this alone. Hope to see you soon.
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09/03/2025

Is your phone rewiring your brain?

A recent study from Germany (Heidelberg & Cologne Universities) found that after just 72 hours of smartphone restriction, people’s brains showed clear shifts in areas linked to reward, craving, and attention.
Reward-related regions like the nucleus accumbens and anterior cingulate cortex lit up more strongly to smartphone cues after the break.

This is similar to what happens in studies of substance cravings. 😬

The parietal cortex showed activity tied to craving, while attention-grabbing regions became less reactive to smartphone images, suggesting even a short reset can weaken the pull. 💪🏼

These changes were linked to the brain’s dopamine and serotonin systems, which regulate mood and motivation.

Think about that: our phones can trigger the same mesmerizing, hypnotic brain loops that addictive substances do.

That trance like “doom scrolling” isn’t just a metaphor, it’s your brain’s reward system being hijacked.

The good news: stepping back, even briefly, helps break the spell. 😵‍💫

Our phones aren’t going away, but awareness is power. When you catch yourself in that hypnotized state, remember you can choose to step out of the loop and back into life.

Want to try it?
• Leave your phone out of sight for a few hours each day.
• Notice when you're compelled to check it and interrupt the urge instead of giving in.
• Ask yourself: am I scrolling out of habit, or to avoid a feeling?

Taking small, intentional breaks might just help undo some of the smartphone’s hold on our attention—and give us back a bit of mental freedom.

What have you noticed about your screen usage?
Let me know if you want tips on making this digital reset stick!

08/19/2025

😔 Shame is a silent captor.
It convinces you to hide.
To numb.
To pretend you’re fine.
And it keeps you locked in cycles that feel impossible to break.
But here’s the truth:
You don’t have to stay there.
There is healing—and it happens in safe, judgment-free spaces where you’re not alone in your struggle.
🌿 The Healing Cottage is offering two powerful groups this fall:
💥 The Conquer Program (for men)
Many men trapped in sexual integrity battles have carried shame since childhood.
“I just need to try harder” becomes the mantra—until failure strikes again and shame tightens its grip.
This group breaks that cycle by going deeper than willpower.
You’ll experience scientific insights, cinematic visuals, spiritual strategies, and therapeutic support to help you reclaim integrity and wholeness.
🗓 Starts: September 22, 2025 @ 6:30pm
📍 119 N Belair Rd, Evans, GA
💲 $50/session | Biweekly on Mondays
📩 Register: thehealingcottagecsra@gmail.com | 📱(706) 339-1020

🔥 Up From the Ashes (for women)
Infidelity and betrayal trauma can bury women in shame that says,
“This is my fault.”
“I should’ve seen it coming.”
“I’m not enough.”
This group helps you rise again—with the tools and support to set healthy boundaries, rebuild your self-worth, and discover what healing looks like after deep hurt.
🗓 Starts: August 26th, 5:30–6:30pm
📍 119 N Belair Rd, Evans, GA
💲 $40/session | Biweekly
📩 Register: walkingfreefoundation@gmail.com | 📱(706) 564-7827
🤍 Shame isolates. Healing connects.
If you’re tired of pretending and ready to live in freedom, these groups are for you.
📸 [Include flyers for both groups]

08/17/2025

Only a couple more spots left ! Hurry!

🌸 Enrolling! 🌸
Limited spots available for our upcoming girls’ class!

✨ Spoken & Set Apart:
A Poetry Journey to Purity, Confidence & Wholeness ✨

This 6-week class is designed for girls ages 12–16 and offers a safe, uplifting space to explore emotional health, purity, and confidence through poetry, Scripture, and connection.

🗓 Starts August 25, 2025
🕡 Mondays | 6:30–7:30 PM
📍 The Healing Cottage | 119 N Belair Rd, Evans, GA

💜 Tuition: $250
(Family discounts available)
📦 All materials included
🌟 Presentation for family:
October 6th

This is more than a class—it's a soul-nourishing experience where young hearts will be encouraged, inspired, and reminded of their worth in Christ. 💖

📲 To register or learn more, call/text Amanda (706) 564-7827

Let’s raise girls who know they are chosen, spoken over, and set apart. 🌷

07/31/2025

🧵 CONTEMPLATIVE CRAFTERS CLUB (for women)
A quiet, soul-nourishing space to slow down, stitch, paint, knit, or collage—with guided reflection and optional prompts for emotional growth and grounding.
✨ No crafting skills required
🗓️ August 24th

If you're longing for deeper connection

Let’s grow together. 🌱

07/28/2025

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, nearly 1 in 4 children now live without a biological, step, or adoptive father in the home. And even in intact families, emotional disconnection is on the rise.

We are living in a time where distractions are abundant, and connection is rare, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. Seeking support, education, and community isn’t a sign of failure...it’s a sign of wisdom and strength.

- A father’s eyes brimmed with tears. A man who fiercely loves his children yet couldn't understand why they didn’t respect him. He was present...an incredible provider and protector...but despite all of that, the connection with his kid's lacked depth.

The love was there. That much was clear. But the relationships were strained, falling apart really, and it was breaking his heart.

He didn’t feel respected.
They didn’t feel important.

At home, the atmosphere had grown tense. Everyone retreated to their devices, bickering had become the norm, and when it came time for Dad to step in and correct behavior, he was met with eye rolls, resistance, and contempt.

The power struggle had begun.

Frustration overwhelmed him. His attempts to lead were met with opposition, and in moments of feeling disrespected, his own emotions took control. The cycle was becoming volatile, with no one really winning...only hurting.

So much confusion and pain.

He believed that being their dad automatically meant they should respect him.

Respect isn’t automatically given because of a title. It’s built through consistent connection, safe communication, and a parent’s willingness to lead with empathy and integrity.

Respect cannot be demanded; it must be cultivated.

Here’s the truth: without genuine connection, correction feels like rejection.

When children hear from us in moments of discipline more than anything else, they begin to believe:
"I’m only noticed when I’m in trouble."
That mindset creates a desperate pursuit of attention, often through negative behavior, because it’s the only way they know how to get it.

Connection is not a luxury.
It’s a necessity.

A secure, emotionally attuned bond with your children is the foundation for healthy discipline, mutual respect, and lifelong relationship.

However, It’s never too late to course-correct, to change patterns, and to learn how to truly connect with your children, beyond the surface.

This isn’t about perfection. It’s about intentional presence...and healing begins with connection.

Unfortunately, this story is becoming more and more common. Today’s parents are stretched thin by economic pressure, the constant presence of screens, and a lack of access to clear, effective guidance on emotional connection and communication within families.

If you're struggling to connect with your children, you are not alone. Let's create your path forward.

From Amanda
Reach out or request an appointment here.
https://walkingfreefoundation.org/appointments/

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07/27/2025

🌸 Now Enrolling! 🌸
Limited spots available for our upcoming girls’ class!

✨ Spoken & Set Apart:
A Poetry Journey to Purity, Confidence & Wholeness ✨

This 6-week class is designed for girls ages 12–16 and offers a safe, uplifting space to explore emotional health, purity, and confidence through poetry, Scripture, and connection.

🗓 Starts August 25, 2025
🕡 Mondays | 6:30–7:30 PM
📍 The Healing Cottage | 119 N Belair Rd, Evans, GA

💜 Tuition: $250
(Family discounts available)
📦 All materials included
🌟 Presentation for family:
October 6th

This is more than a class—it's a soul-nourishing experience where young hearts will be encouraged, inspired, and reminded of their worth in Christ. 💖

📲 To register or learn more, call/text Amanda (706) 564-7827

Let’s raise girls who know they are chosen, spoken over, and set apart. 🌷

07/25/2025

Sometimes we cry out for the heavens to open and we seek continual spiritual
deliverance from many sources but what if you’re not demonically oppressed , what if you’re just carrying what your soul was never meant to hold alone?

We gather at the altar, week after week, hoping for a pouring out but sometimes the healing comes not with oil on the forehead, but with a tear-streaked face in the safety of a quiet room, across from a caring counselor who helps you heal your heart, piece by piece.

Yes, there is a time for deliverance.
Yes, there are demons that flee and chains that break and prayers that shake the floorboards.
However, there is also trauma that lingers, childhoods that still echo in adult souls, grief that clings like heavy fog, and nervous systems that don’t know how to rest. There is pain in the body, not just the spirit.

Too often, we stay stuck in spiritual striving, doing all the right things while never sitting still long enough to ask,
"What happened to me?"
"What needs tending?"

Your pastor is precious, but he is not your therapist.
Your prayer warrior is fierce, but she is not your counselor.
Your prophet may see things, but they cannot fix what your nervous system has buried.

There is no shame in needing help.
No shame in calling a counselor.

There is no shame in saying, “I need more than words prayed, I need a hand to hold as I journey back to the place where I first forgot I was beloved. I need someone to help me find the way back to who I was before the breaking.”

Jesus never said healing would only come from pulpits and platforms.
He didn’t only preach from mountaintops
He stooped low in the dust where pain had fallen.
He reached out, unflinching, to touch the untouchable.
He didn’t avoid the ones who were unwell—He made a home with them.

He touched the l***r before the skin was clean.
He wept beside graves before the resurrection came.
He let the bleeding woman interrupt His walk.
He knelt beside the broken and didn’t rush their stories.
He didn't just cast out demons—He restored dignity.

So no, healing doesn’t only come through sermons, and deliverance, sometimes it comes through sacred silence, through tears and pain finally named, through hands that help you hold what once shattered you.

Body, soul, spirit- all need healing.
And He’s never shamed a single one who said, “I need help."

So go ahead and please keep your faith and prayers but also keep your appointments.
Keep your journals.
Keep that therapist’s number.
And know this:

Sometimes the miracle isn’t in the shout or the oil or the laying on of hands, it’s in the quiet, unseen work of the soul in healing in holistic counseling .

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