Elevate Counseling Services

01/29/2026

This year, what if you focused on self-worth, not just self-improvement?

It’s easy to set goals from a place of pressure. But lasting change starts with how you see yourself.

Our course, Challenge Yourself to Better Self-Esteem, helps you:

🧠 Reframe negative self-talk
💬 Understand how social media affects confidence
💛 Build practical self-esteem skills for everyday life
🤝 Strengthen your support network

Start today with our free access option—no pressure, just real tools.

👉 https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/courses/challenge-yourself-to-better-self-esteem–3fed1b19-e25f-4e2f-b6f6-6c2b143215fc/salespage?priceId=price-cwqelxZQMOik7iptE9Ye4g

📞 508-297-1491 | 📧 intake@elevate-counseling.com

📍 Franklin, Easton, Raynham, Hopkinton, Lakeville, Seekonk

💻 Virtual access available statewide

01/29/2026

January is Mental Wellness Month, and for good reason.

It’s cold. It’s dark. The holidays are over.
And if you’re in Massachusetts, it can feel especially heavy.

The pressure to “start strong” with resolutions can feel discouraging when you’re emotionally drained, still recovering from holiday chaos, or just trying to get through the day.

But here’s the truth:

✨ Mental wellness is where sustainable change begins.
When your mind is supported, everything else — your health, your relationships, your goals — becomes more manageable.

If you’re struggling this month, you’re not failing.
You might just need a reset that starts inside.

Curious about working with a therapist? We’re here when you’re ready.

📞 508-297-1491 | intake@elevate-counseling.com
📍 Franklin, Easton, Raynham, Hopkinton, Lakeville, Seekonk
💻 Telehealth available statewide in Massachusetts

01/28/2026

Struggling with self-esteem rarely comes from nowhere.

It’s often shaped over time — by criticism, comparison, trauma, or environments where you learned that love or approval had to be earned.

If you constantly feel like you’re too much, not enough, or somehow falling short, that isn’t a personal failure. It’s a signal that your nervous system learned to stay on high alert for judgment or rejection.

Therapy can help you gently untangle those beliefs and build a sense of self-worth that isn’t dependent on productivity, perfection, or other people’s opinions. You don’t need to become someone new to deserve care — you already do.

📞 508-297-1491
📧 intake@elevate-counseling.com
📍 Franklin, Easton, Raynham, Hopkinton, Lakeville, Seekonk
💻 Telehealth available across Massachusetts

01/27/2026

Some kids melt down. Others shut down. Either way, they’re overwhelmed — and they need more than just reminders to “use their words.”

If your 7–9 year old is struggling with frustration, friendship, or focus, Creative Explorers could be the gentle reset they need.

This 3-day art therapy group uses play, creativity, and emotional coaching to help kids build the tools they need to thrive — all in a safe, encouraging environment with peers.

Led by licensed art therapist Sharon Fortier-O’Dea, LMHC, ATR, this group is designed to help kids:
• Express themselves when words fall short
• Learn calming and coping strategies for big feelings
• Build social skills and emotional confidence
• Feel safe, seen, and supported

🗓 Feb 17–19 (Mon–Wed)
🕙 10:00–11:30 AM | In-person at our Easton, MA office
💵 $35/session | Most commercial insurance accepted
📞 Call Sharon at 508-202-1811 x22 or email sharonf@elevate-counseling.com for more information
🗓 Registration deadline: February 11, 2026

💡 Want to try an art therapy exercise at home?
Invite your child to draw their “calm-down space” — real or imaginary. Is it a treehouse? A tent? A blanket fort? This gives insight into what safety and comfort look like for them.

01/27/2026

Dry January is almost over, but the benefits don’t have to be.

If you've decided to skip alcohol for January, you might be noticing:

✨ Clearer thoughts
✨ Fewer mood swings
✨ Better sleep
✨ More energy
✨ A deeper awareness of how you actually feel

These aren’t just temporary perks — they’re insights.

Stepping away from alcohol, even briefly, can shine a light on what your mind and body truly need to thrive.

Whether you plan to return to drinking, stay alcohol-free, or land somewhere in between — therapy can help you explore it with care, curiosity, and no judgment.

Curious about exploring your relationship with alcohol with a therapist?
We’re here when you’re ready.

📞 508-297-1491 | 📧 intake@elevate-counseling.com
📍 Franklin | Easton | Raynham | Hopkinton | Lakeville | Seekonk
💻 Telehealth available across Massachusetts

01/25/2026

Gratitude is one of the fastest ways to welcome more joy into your life.

It lowers stress, boosts resilience, and helps you stay present—even when things are hard.

But it’s not just about writing in a journal.
It’s about learning how to live in appreciation, every day.

Our new course, Gratitude Mastery: Cultivating Joy Through Daily Appreciation, teaches you:

🌱 How gratitude impacts your brain and emotions
🧠 How to overcome blocks like negativity bias and burnout
💬 Simple ways to make gratitude part of your daily rhythm

✨ For a limited time, you can start this course completely free.

👉 https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/courses/gratitude-mastery-cultivating-joy-through-daily-appreciation–2b28d257-8ae2-43ff-91b0-165599235043/salespage?priceId=price-LwzeGNxbevMF3N1rQX5q9g

📞 508-297-1491 | 📧 intake@elevate-counseling.com

📍 Franklin, Easton, Raynham, Hopkinton, Lakeville, Seekonk

💻 Virtual learning and therapy across Massachusetts

01/25/2026

Ever wish your child had better tools for frustration, friendship, or focus?

Ages 7 to 9 are full of big emotions — but most kids this age haven’t yet learned how to manage them. That’s where art therapy can make a big difference.

Creative Explorers is a 3-day art therapy group that helps young kids build emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and social confidence — all through hands-on creativity and gentle group support.

🎨 Led by licensed art therapist Sharon Fortier-O’Dea, LMHC, ATR, this group is ideal for kids who:
• Have trouble managing frustration or calming down
• Struggle with friendships, social rules, or emotional sensitivity
• Would thrive in a playful, low-pressure space to learn new tools

🗓 Feb 17–19 (Mon–Wed)
🕙 10:00–11:30 AM | In-person at our Easton, MA office
💵 $35/session | Most commercial insurance accepted
📞 Call Sharon at 508-202-1811 x22 or email sharonf@elevate-counseling.com for more information
🗓 Registration deadline: February 11, 2026

💡 Want to try an art therapy exercise at home?
Try the “color my day” challenge — have your child draw three colored shapes: one for the best part of their day, one for the hardest part, and one for something they’re looking forward to. You’ll learn a lot without asking a single question.

01/24/2026

I am interviewing for a "mothers hours" virtual assistant. Must 1) love google workplace 2) love scheduling clients 3) love talking with people kindly but efficiently 3) tolerate spending hours on the phone with insurance companies and 4) find detective work and 'sleuthing' with problem solving in the context of billing and insurance enjoyable. This role is client facing, insurance facing and staff facing. You must be able to multi-task and be kind to the therapists you will be billing for and scheduling for. We are a trauma informed practice which requires emotional regulation with insurance companies, with staff and with client interactions. We value being communicative and collaborative. Thank you for considering a position with Elevate Counseling Services. You can read about us here: www.elevate-counseling.com Please forward resumes and cover letters to oliviab@elevate-counseling.com. We are hoping to have you working by February 16th.

Welcome At ELEVATE COUNSELING, we are committed to meeting you exactly where you are on life’s journey, offering a welcoming and authentic space for all people, regardless of race, gender, identity, or background. We believe that everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and supported, and

01/22/2026

If you’re constantly saying yes while quietly falling apart, this is for you.

When you’re the one people count on, it’s easy to lose sight of your own limits. Until you crash. Until you’re exhausted. Until you don’t even know what you need anymore.

Better Boundaries for a Better Life is a self-paced course that helps you:

🧠 Understand the 6 types of boundaries
💬 Communicate clearly and assertively
💛 Reclaim your time, energy, and peace
🌱 Create space for the version of you that’s been buried under “yes” for too long

Start for free today.
Small steps. Big shifts.

👉 https://courses.elevate-counseling.com/courses/better-boundaries-better-life–35c7d780-d3c5-4a33-8212-575e39498322/salespage

📞 508-297-1491 | 📧 intake@elevate-counseling.com

📍 Franklin, Easton, Raynham, Hopkinton, Lakeville, Seekonk

💻 Virtual courses and telehealth available across Massachusetts

01/22/2026

If you grew up feeling responsible for other people’s emotions, setting boundaries as an adult can feel confusing, even scary.

But the truth is: boundaries aren’t about controlling others, they’re about clearly stating what you need to feel safe, respected, and well.

When you begin to hold those lines — gently and consistently — your nervous system begins to relax.
Your relationships become clearer. And you stop abandoning yourself to keep the peace.

If you’re in a season where you’re learning how to say no (or say yes differently), therapy can offer support, language, and reassurance along the way.

📞 Call 508-297-1491 | 📧 intake@elevate-counseling.com
📍 Franklin, Easton, Raynham, Hopkinton, Lakeville, Seekonk
💻 Telehealth available statewide in Massachusetts

01/21/2026

Boundaries aren’t walls; they’re bridges to safer, more authentic connection.

If you’ve been feeling drained, resentful, or constantly overwhelmed, your nervous system might be asking for more space, more clarity, or more you.

Here are some signs a boundary might be needed:
🛑 You agree to things out of guilt
🛑 You leave conversations feeling small or misunderstood
🛑 You feel like you’re disappearing in your relationships

At Elevate Counseling, we help clients set boundaries with clarity and compassion—so they can stay connected without abandoning themselves.

📞 508-297-1491
📧 intake@elevate-counseling.com
📍 Franklin, Easton, Raynham, Hopkinton, Lakeville, Seekonk
💻 Virtual therapy available across Massachusetts

01/20/2026

📣 Last chance to register!
If your middle schooler has been extra quiet, moody, or overwhelmed lately, it might not just be “growing pains.”

Artful Minds is a 4-week art therapy group for kids ages 10–14 who need a safe, supportive space to express what’s going on — especially when they don’t have the words for it yet.

🎨 This group is a powerful fit for kids who:
• Struggle with anxiety or low self-esteem
• Are navigating friendship challenges or social changes
• Keep big emotions bottled up
• Need gentle, creative ways to connect and communicate

Each session is guided by licensed art therapist Sharon Fortier-O’Dea, LMHC, ATR, and designed to help kids build confidence, manage emotions, and form real connections with peers.

🗓 Mondays: Jan 26, Feb 2, Feb 9, Feb 16
🕕 6:15–7:45 PM | In-person at our Easton, MA office
💵 $35/session | Most commercial insurance accepted
📞 Call Sharon at 508-202-1811 x22 or email sharonf@elevate-counseling.com for more information
🗓 Registration closes: Wednesday, January 22, 2026

💡 Want to try an art therapy exercise at home?
Have your child decorate a paper mask — one side showing what they let others see, the other side showing what’s really going on underneath. You might be surprised what shows up.