Reclaiming Futures Counseling, LLC

10/30/2025

“Self-care for myself means remembering to take a moment, just because you can.” Chrissie Jostock, LPC

Chrissie reminds us that sometimes self-care doesn’t have to be complicated. It can be as simple as pausing, breathing, and noticing the world around you.
Whether it’s taking a quiet moment outdoors or finding stillness between sessions, Chrissie models the kind of gentle presence she encourages in her clients.

10/23/2025

Meet Christina Arsenault, LPC from our Grand Blanc office! She’s sharing one of her favorite ways to practice self-care and mindfulness. 😌

Self-care means finding ways to ground myself. I love to spend time snuggled up with my dog and a good book, focusing on my five senses to ground myself back into the present moment.

✋🏼 My mini dachshund has the absolute softest and silkiest fur. I love the weight of his warm body on my lap or next to me.

😋 I will never turn down a hot cup of coffee… pumpkin right now!

👃 I smell my favorite pumpkin apple scented candle burning on the side table.

👂 I hear birds chirping and leaves blowing outside the window.

👀 I look around and see my Fall decor which always makes me so happy.

Take a few minutes and walk through your five senses to ground yourself back into the present moment today.

10/14/2025

Slippers, sunshine, and a little fall therapy ☀️

Sometimes grounding looks like soft clothes, sunlight through the window, and permission to just be.

This season, I’m reminding myself (and maybe you too) that self-care doesn’t have to be fancy. It’s about finding comfort, presence, and the simple things that bring peace. 🧘‍♀️

What small rituals help you feel grounded lately? 🍂

09/29/2025

09/28/2025

In the wake of today’s tragic events in Grand Blanc, our hearts are with the victims, their families, and the entire community.

We know that events like this can bring up many emotions including fear, grief, anger, and uncertainty. You don’t have to carry these feelings alone. At Reclaiming Futures Counseling, we are here to provide support, whether you have been directly impacted or are struggling with the weight of this news.

If you or someone you know needs a safe space to talk, process, and find grounding, please reach out.

Note: We are offering free short-term support for those impacted and facing barriers to care.

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09/06/2025

Being highly sensitive means processing the world more deeply, both the beauty and the heaviness. As a therapist and Owner of Reclaiming Futures Counseling, I (Krystin Sankey, LPC) experience this every day. Recently, on a trip to the vet, I witnessed a man being rough with his dog and a couple tearfully leaving without theirs. These moments would be heavy on anyone’s heart, but for me they linger & are felt in my body and emotions long after. It also shows up in smaller ways, like noticing subtle shifts in someone’s tone or picking up on details others might miss.

While it can be overwhelming at times, high sensitivity is also what allows for deep empathy, creativity, and connection. About 15–20% of people share this trait! It isn’t “too much,” it’s simply a different way of processing the world.

If you identify as highly sensitive, know that you’re not alone in carrying both the beauty and the heaviness of life so intensely. ❣️

07/19/2025

Lunch with this amazing crew from our Midland office today! 🥰

We’re so lucky to have such a thoughtful, compassionate, and talented group of therapists supporting our clients and each other. It’s not often we get to slow down and share a meal together so today was extra special.

Grateful for this team and all the heart they bring to Reclaiming Futures Counseling. 💚

07/17/2025

As of today (July 17), the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline has discontinued its dedicated LGBTQ+ Youth & Young Adult subnetwork (formerly the "Press 3" option). This change is incredibly disappointing, especially for those who found comfort in that affirming, specialized support.

To the LGBTQ+ youth in our community: we see you, we support you, and we want you to know that you are not alone. Your mental health matters. You matter.

While 988 remains a general resource for anyone in crisis, there are still LGBTQ+ specific support lines available:

🌈 **The Trevor Project**
24/7 crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth
📞 1-866-488-7386
💬 https://www.thetrevorproject.org/Get-Help
📱 Text START to 678678

🌈 **Trans Lifeline**
Peer support from trans volunteers, for trans people
🌐 https://translifeline.org/hotline/

Please share this with anyone who might need to hear it today. If you or someone you love is struggling, help is still here. And so are we.

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06/19/2025

Today, we honor Juneteenth: a powerful reminder of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of justice.

At Reclaiming Futures Counseling, we recognize that healing happens not only in individuals but also in communities and systems. Juneteenth is a celebration of liberation, but also a call to continue the work of dismantling inequities that still exist.

We stand in solidarity with Black communities and affirm our commitment to equity, inclusion, and the healing of historical and generational trauma.

Let us honor the past, reflect on the present, and work together toward a more just future.

06/15/2025

💙 Honoring all experiences this Father’s Day.

At Reclaiming Futures Counseling, we know this day can hold many emotions, including joy, grief, gratitude, or even pain. However you’re feeling today, we want you to know:

✨ Your feelings are valid
✨ Your experience matters
✨ You don’t have to navigate it alone

If today feels heavy or complicated, we’re here to hold space for you. 💛

06/02/2025

This June, we honor and celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community. At Reclaiming Futures, we believe that every person deserves to be seen, heard, and supported in living their truth.

Mental health care should be affirming, inclusive, and safe- for everyone. Whether you're exploring your identity, seeking support, or simply needing someone to talk to, we’re here to walk alongside you with compassion and respect.

You are valid. You are worthy. You are not alone. 🏳️‍🌈💛

05/25/2025

At Reclaiming Futures Counseling, we know that healing isn't linear and you don't have to do it alone.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, or life transitions, our team of compassionate, experienced therapists is here to support you every step of the way.

With three Michigan locations and virtual sessions available statewide, we offer flexible, client-centered care that fits your life.

*Now accepting new clients.*
Let’s reclaim your future, together.

Learn more or request an appointment:
www.reclaimingfuturescounseling.com

Reclaiming Futures Counseling (RFC) offers individualized, trauma-informed counseling services to adolescents and adults. You are the expert in your own life. Collaboration within the therapeutic relationship is key.