Family Matters Counseling and Psychological Services, Inc.

05/16/2026

May holds two important things for me this year:

Mental Health Awareness Month and the 10-year anniversary of Family Matters Counseling.

Both invite me to pause and reflect.

I think about the vision I had when I started.
I think about the people and families who trusted me.
I think about the growth the, lessons, the challenges, and the quiet moments that reminded me this work matters!

For 10 years, Family Matters Counseling has been part of helping people name what hurts, heal what is heavy, and move towards healthier ways of living and coping.

That is something I don't take lightly.

This month I'm celebrating this milestone with gratitude and continuing to honor the importance of mental health awareness, support, and care.

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11/24/2025

✨ I’m honored, y’all. ✨
Voyage Michigan invited me to share my story as part of their Hidden Gems series, and the interview is officially live!

In it, I talk about how this journey started, what led me to build Family Matters Counseling, and why supporting Strong Black Women in releasing the burden of strength has become my life’s work.

If you’ve ever connected with my workshops, my journal, my posts about vulnerability, or the mission behind my practice, this feature offers a deeper look into the “why” behind it all.

I’m grateful for the chance to uplift our stories and remind Black women everywhere that softness, rest, and joy are not optional… they’re necessary.

💛 Read the full interview here:
https://voyagemichigan.com/interview/hidden-gems-meet-la-toya-s-gaines-of-family-matters-counseling-and-psychological-services-inc

Thank you for celebrating with me. 💛

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