Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. Oklahoma City

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Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. Oklahoma City

Psychotherapy/Counseling Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services - Social Skills If you think you might need help, you probably do. Call us today.

Whether it is a broken relationship, stress, or depression, we can help you break through to the new life that is waiting for you. We are here for you - ready to listen, roll up our sleeves, and help you solve the problems in your life. Anger Management
Adjustment Disorder
Parenting Issues
ADHD
Anxiety Disorders/Phobias
Asperger's Syndrome
Cognitive Disorders
Communication Disorders
Depression
Divorce/Dissolution
Grief/Loss
Impulse Control Disorders
Learning Disabilities
Life Transitions
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Personal Growth
Relationship Issues
Self-esteem
Spirituality
Stress Management

Age Specialties:
Children
Adolescents
Adults
Elders

Session Formats:
Individual
Couples
Family

Treatment Approaches:
Art Therapy
Behavioral
Christian
Cognitive/Cognitive-Behavioral
Reality

Insurance and Billing Instructions: We accept Soonercare and Medicaid, Medicare, and Most Major Insurances! Call us to check your coverage. Sliding Fee Scale applications also available!

04/01/2026

Sometimes the signs are not loud, but they are persistent.

When your thoughts feel constant and hard to turn off, your energy feels drained, or restful sleep becomes difficult, it may be your mind and body asking for support.

Many people try to push through or minimize what they are feeling, but you do not have to wait until things feel overwhelming to reach out. Counseling can provide a space to process what is going on and help you find ways to move forward with more clarity and support.

You don’t have to go through this alone.

03/30/2026

March 30 is World Bipolar Day, a time to increase awareness and understanding of bipolar disorder.

Bipolar disorder affects millions of people worldwide and involves significant shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels. These changes can include periods of elevated mood or energy and periods of depression that go beyond typical emotional ups and downs.

With the right support, treatment, and understanding, many individuals living with bipolar disorder can lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. Education and open conversations help reduce stigma and encourage people to seek the care they deserve.

If you or someone you know is navigating mood changes that feel overwhelming, professional support can make a meaningful difference.

03/27/2026

Many people carry invisible wounds from trauma, loss, or overwhelming life experiences. Healing does not mean forgetting what happened. It means finding safety, understanding, and support as you move forward.

Sally T.W., LCSW, brings both professional expertise and personal insight into recovery. She works with children, teens, adults, and older adults facing trauma, severe mental illness, depression, and life transitions, helping clients rebuild resilience and rediscover hope at their own pace.

🕒 Availability: AM & PM Slots
📍Sapulpa & Online

03/25/2026

Many people can listen while you talk. But truly feeling heard is something different.

Being heard means someone is present with you. They are not rushing to give advice or change the subject. They are listening with the intention to understand what you are going through.

That kind of space can be powerful. When people feel heard, they often feel less alone, more supported, and more able to work through difficult emotions.

Therapy provides a place where your experiences, thoughts, and feelings can be shared openly and taken seriously. You deserve a space where your voice matters.

If you are ready to talk, support is here.

03/23/2026

Some seasons feel heavy. Like you are stuck, repeating the same thoughts, the same patterns, the same days. But progress does not always look dramatic. Sometimes it starts quietly. A small decision. A new perspective. One step forward.

If the beginning of your year felt stuck, it does not mean the rest has to. Change is possible, even if it feels slow.

Moving forward does not mean everything is perfect. It means you kept going.

03/20/2026

Mistakes can feel heavy, especially when we carry them longer than we need to.

But mistakes do not define who you are. They are part of the process of learning, growing, and becoming more aware of yourself. Growth often comes from trying again, even after things did not go as planned.

Therapy can help you move through guilt, self doubt, and setbacks with more compassion for yourself. You deserve the space to learn without being defined by your past.

Jose M., LPC Candidate, supports individuals working through life transitions, stress, self esteem challenges, and emotional growth with a compassionate and understanding approach.

You are allowed to keep growing.

🕒 Availability: AM & PM Slots
📍Oklahoma City & Online

03/18/2026

Happiness does not mean everything in life is perfect. It often grows from the small ways we care for ourselves each day.

Choosing rest when you are tired.
Setting boundaries when you need space.
Allowing yourself time to heal and grow.

These moments of self care may seem small, but over time they help build emotional strength, resilience, and a healthier relationship with yourself.

On the International Day of Happiness, it is a good reminder that caring for your mental health is an important part of building a fulfilling life. Therapy can help you develop the tools and support needed to care for yourself while navigating life’s challenges.

Small steps toward self care can lead to meaningful change.

03/17/2026

Healing does not always look dramatic or obvious. Sometimes progress is quiet. It can look like choosing to rest, setting a boundary for the first time, or simply deciding to keep going even when things feel difficult.

Therapy can help you understand these small but meaningful steps and turn them into lasting growth. When people are given the space to process their experiences, especially trauma and anxiety, they often discover strength and clarity they did not realize they had.

Kristy C., LPC Candidate, provides a supportive and collaborative environment where clients can safely explore challenges and build healthier ways of coping. She has completed EMDR training approved by EMDRIA, a well known evidence based approach that helps individuals process difficult experiences and move toward healing. With a background as a licensed educator in Oklahoma, she also brings valuable insight into working with children, adolescents, and families.

You do not have to navigate difficult seasons alone. Support is available.

🕒 Availability: AM & PM Slots
📍 Virtual

03/16/2026

You may feel calm and in control during the day. Work gets done. Conversations happen. Responsibilities are handled.

But when night comes and everything gets quiet, your thoughts can suddenly feel overwhelming. Worries, overthinking, and anxious thoughts often show up when there are fewer distractions.

This experience is more common than many people realize. Our minds finally have space to process everything we pushed aside throughout the day.

Therapy can help you understand these thought patterns, learn ways to calm your mind, and develop healthier coping strategies so nighttime does not feel so heavy.

You do not have to manage racing thoughts alone. Support is available.

If nights feel harder than days, it may be time to talk with someone who can help.

03/11/2026

Not every victory looks the way we expect it to.

For someone navigating stress, depression, grief, or burnout, everyday tasks can take real effort. Getting out of bed, eating a meal, or responding to someone can be meaningful steps forward.

At Improving Lives Counseling Services, we believe progress happens one small step at a time. Support can help turn small wins into lasting change.

03/09/2026

Many people carry harsh inner thoughts they would never say to someone else.

Therapy often begins by noticing those patterns and gently challenging them. When self criticism turns into curiosity and compassion, real change can begin.

A small shift in how you speak to yourself can create space for confidence, resilience, and healing.

03/06/2026

Healing does not have to happen all at once.

Recovery is not about rushing forward or pretending everything is okay. It is about taking steady steps, learning healthier coping skills, and giving yourself the patience you deserve along the way. Sustainable change happens when you allow growth at your own pace.

Pleasure D., LADC Candidate, provides compassionate, evidence based addiction counseling and support for individuals working through substance use and co occurring mental health challenges.

🕒 Availability: AM & PM Slots
📍Tulsa Main, Broken Arrow, & Virtual

Address

4917 N. Portland Avenue Ste. 150
Oklahoma City, OK
73112

Telephone

+19189607852

Website

http://www.ImprovingLivesCounseling.com/, https://improvinglivescounseling.com/new-client-services-request/?%3Futm_sourc

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