Restorative Alternative Wellness

04/28/2026

04/26/2026

What a beautiful day of community, wellness, laughter, and connection!

Our Community Wellness Event and Grand Opening was such a success. Even with a misty morning, the rain held off, the weather stayed cool, and people came out to eat, laugh, dance, play, tour our new facility, meet our team, and learn more about Restorative Alternative Wellness, Inc.

We loved watching children and families enjoy the bounce house, coloring table, games, food, music, and activities. We also introduced some of our healing-centered activities, including “Pop Your Greatest Fears” and “Breaking Free,” where people could symbolically release stress, fear, worry, and life’s heavy concerns in a fun and meaningful way.

One of the most special parts of the day was seeing people from every walk of life come together—young and old, families, neighbors, vendors, sponsors, team members, and friends. It was colorful, joyful, diverse, and full of heart.

Many people shared that they did not know there was a behavioral and mental health agency right here on the southwest side of Oklahoma City. We are so grateful we had the chance to open our doors, share our mission, introduce our affordable wellness and behavioral health packages, and let the community know we are here.

A huge thank-you to our amazing RAW team, volunteers, family members, vendors, sponsors, and everyone who helped make this day possible. We could not have done it without you.

We are honored to serve this community—body, soul, spirit, mind, and heart.

03/16/2026

Don’t get your panties in a wad. 😄

Sometimes life feels so tangled up that you just want to throw the whole pile away and give up. Problems stack on top of each other, emotions get twisted, and nothing seems easy to fix. But before you toss everything out, stop for a minute. Take a breath.

Not every knot means the whole thing is ruined.
Sometimes you just need to slow down long enough to unravel one string at a time. When you do, you might realize some things can be saved, some things just need straightening out, and some old worn-out stuff can finally be thrown away for good.

And honestly… some of that old stuff you don’t even want anymore anyway.

Give yourself time to untangle, keep what still works, let go of what doesn’t, and start fresh without the mess weighing you down.

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03/12/2026

new location at:
📍 2310 SW 89th St., Oklahoma City, OK 73159

Come see our beautiful new office! Our space is designed not only for healing but also as a training center for future therapists, including our candidates and interns who are learning to serve the community with excellence.

We’ll be hosting an Open House soon, and we’re planning some fun activities for the community. 🎉 Stay tuned for more details — we can’t wait to welcome you!

03/03/2026

New location, Same amazing people!

12/21/2025

Failure to Thrive in a Chaotic World (and the humility I’m learning)

I’ll be honest: I’ve caught myself judging Gen Z and Gen Alpha—lazy, entitled, don’t want to work.
But the longer I watch the world around families and communities, the more I realize something sobering:

A lot of our youth aren’t “lazy.” They’re living in a future that feels unstable, unpredictable, and hard to map.

Historically, kids grew up inside structures that quietly answered big questions:
• What’s expected of me?
• What do I work toward?
• If I try, will it pay off?
• What does “success” even look like?

Families, schools, neighborhoods, faith communities—these were the scaffolding. They provided boundaries, rhythm, and a sense of “You’ll be okay if you keep going.”

But right now? Many kids are watching adults look anxious too:
• Jobs shifting or disappearing
• Entire career paths changing faster than guidance counselors can update the pamphlets
• Technology evolving so quickly it’s hard to know what skills will still matter in 5–10 years
• Parents saying, “I’m not sure what’s stable anymore.”

So where do kids go for predictability?

Often, into digital worlds—because games are honest:
There are rules. Buttons do something. Effort leads to a level-up. Progress is visible.

But in real life, how do they “level up” when the system feels like it’s changing mid-game?

Here’s what I keep coming back to:

One thing never goes out of style—character.
Faith. Identity. Integrity. Emotional strength. Curiosity. Grit. The ability to adapt. The capacity to love and be loved. The courage to try again.

So parents, mentors, and communities—maybe our biggest job right now is this:

Let’s secure the internal world of the child and teen,
so they can ride the waves of the external world without losing themselves.

Because when the outside is uncertain, the inside has to become anchored.

If you’re raising teens right now, you’re not just raising a student—you’re raising a navigator.

Let’s build the kind of support system that makes it possible for them to thrive.

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04/14/2025

Tired of Being Just a Disgruntled Student, Intern, or Candidate?

Join a Team That Sees Your Value from Day One!

At Restorative Alternative Wellness, we’re not just offering positions — we’re building futures. Whether you’re a student looking for purpose, an intern craving meaningful mentorship, or a candidate tired of feeling overlooked, it’s time to level up.

What You’ll Find Here:

Real opportunities to grow and be seen

Clinical supervision that inspires, not just checks boxes

A team that’s passionate, innovative, and purpose-driven

Space for your voice, your vision, and your career

You’re not just a number here. You’re the next generation of changemakers.

Apply today and let your purpose meet our passion.

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