Four Directions Counseling & Recovery Center

Four Directions Counseling & Recovery Center Four Directions Counseling & Recovery Center

Animals have an incredible way of bringing comfort and calm — often when we need it most. Whether it’s a loyal dog, a pl...
10/10/2025

Animals have an incredible way of bringing comfort and calm — often when we need it most. Whether it’s a loyal dog, a playful cat, or simply the peace of watching birds outside, animals remind us to slow down, breathe, and connect.

Spending time with animals has been shown to:
✨ Lower stress and anxiety
💬 Ease loneliness
❤️ Boost mood and emotional healing
🏃‍♀️ Encourage healthy routines and movement
🕊️ Help us stay mindful and present

At Four Directions Counseling and Recovery Center, we believe healing happens in many ways — and sometimes, it comes with fur, feathers, or four paws. 💚

10/09/2025

We all love a good laugh from Reno 911 — but in real life, a DWI isn’t funny🚫 What seems like a silly mistake on screen can have real consequences off screen. If alcohol or substance use is starting to cause problems, it’s never too late to make a change. We’re here to help you take that next step toward recovery and balance. 💛

Life is like riding a bicycle: to keep your balance, you must keep moving. Even small steps forward matter, and balance ...
10/08/2025

Life is like riding a bicycle: to keep your balance, you must keep moving. Even small steps forward matter, and balance comes from caring for your mind, body, and spirit. Take time for self-care, stay connected with supportive people, and give yourself permission to rest when needed.

Practicing mindfulness can also help you regain stability—notice your breath, the world around you, or the sensations in your body. These small pauses reduce stress, increase awareness, and help you make intentional choices. Balance isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up for yourself, one moment at a time.

Being gentle with yourself is key. Life is full of ups and downs, and it’s okay to not have all the answers. Journaling your thoughts, celebrating small wins, or speaking kindly to yourself when challenges arise strengthens resilience and helps you move forward with clarity.

Staying connected with friends, family, or a therapist can also help you navigate life’s challenges. Healthy connections are like a steady bike frame—they help keep you upright when the path gets bumpy.

Finally, small, consistent habits build balance over time: prioritize sleep, nourish your body, move regularly, and schedule time for relaxation and reflection. Just like learning to ride a bike, it takes practice, patience, and persistence—but every effort counts. 🌿💛

There’s a special kind of strength that comes from speaking your truth out loud.As a therapist, I’m constantly reminded ...
10/07/2025

There’s a special kind of strength that comes from speaking your truth out loud.
As a therapist, I’m constantly reminded that empowerment often begins with expression — when we stop silencing our stories and start sharing them.
Spending time with so many strong, genuine women reminded me how powerful it is when we lift each other up and create space for every voice to be heard.
Healing and confidence grow in those moments of connection. 💛


🌟 The Healing Power of CreativityCreativity isn’t just about making art—it’s about finding new ways to express, explore,...
10/02/2025

🌟 The Healing Power of Creativity
Creativity isn’t just about making art—it’s about finding new ways to express, explore, and heal. In recovery, creative activities can be powerful tools: they help regulate emotions, reduce stress, and even boost the brain’s natural “feel-good” chemicals.

Whether it’s journaling, painting, music, cooking, or simply trying something new, creativity offers a safe outlet for emotions and a healthy way to reconnect with yourself. You don’t have to be an artist—every act of creation is an act of healing.

Recovery isn’t only about letting go of what no longer serves you—it’s also about creating space for something new. 🌱✨

💭 What’s something creative that helps you feel calm or connected?

This weekend, I watched my grandson cross the finish line of his very first 5K. He wasn’t the fastest. At times he slowe...
10/01/2025

This weekend, I watched my grandson cross the finish line of his very first 5K. He wasn’t the fastest. At times he slowed down, walked, even looked like he might stop altogether. But he kept going. One step at a time. And when he finally crossed that finish line, the look on his face said it all — not pride in perfection, but pride in not giving up.

It reminded me so much of the recovery journey. As an addiction counselor, I see that same kind of perseverance in the people I work with. Recovery isn’t a sprint. It’s not about how fast you go or how flawless your progress is. It’s about choosing — every single day — to keep moving forward, even when it’s hard, even when it hurts.

Like my grandson in the 5K, you might slow down, take breaks, or stumble. But what matters most is that you don’t quit. Perseverance isn’t about perfection. It’s about continuing the race, one step at a time.

To anyone fighting for their recovery right now — keep going. Your finish line is real, and every step counts❤️

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Practicing daily gratitude increases happiness and decreases stress. What is something that you are grateful for today?
09/30/2025

Practicing daily gratitude increases happiness and decreases stress. What is something that you are grateful for today?

Address

9 West 3rd Street
Lexington, NC
27292

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+13362240867

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