Life Restoration Center

Life Restoration Center LRC is a mental health facility founded by Samantha Graham-Douglas, MSEd, LPC in 2012.

In 1993, my husband and I opened a teen center on Main Street in Troy, MO. When we opened it, we thought that we were providing a place for our church youth group to hang out. We didn’t expect to receive an invasion of teens who were drug addicted, teens who were struggling, those who had been assaulted, those in poverty, and those who did not have a safe place to go. What happened in that place not only changed the lives of those who came in, but also planted a seed inside of me to learn how to help them more. This teen center was the root system of what we have now in Life Restoration Center. Some of our board members and supporters of this non profit are former teen center kids who have benefited from the past work of the teen center and recognize the importance of reaching into the lives of others who are currently struggling, through Life Restoration Center. In 2012, we took a 25 year old tractor mechanic shop that belonged to my father and created a safe place for families, individuals, teens, and children who have suffered from trauma, abuse, violence, rejection, depression, addiction, anxiety and other life controlling problems. Since it’s opening, we have steadily assisted and reached thousands in the Lincoln County area, with our current numbers reaching around 400 yearly. Life Restoration Center is a non-profit outpatient behavioral health counseling center in Troy, MO. We offer individual counseling, family counseling, and marriage counseling. We also facilitate separate group counseling sessions for teens’ trauma and relationships, children’s trauma, and men’s sexual addictions. Life Restoration Center counselors are trained and competent in many areas of mental health including trauma, depression, anxiety, addictions, co occurring diagnosis, and others. Our Mission: to provide respect, safety and comfort to those coming from hopeless situations and to help in the work of restoring individuals and families with life-controlling problems. Our Vision: to see individuals and families restored, thriving, and making a positive impact on other members of the community.

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09/04/2025

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A groundbreaking study using brain scans has revealed a disturbing parallel: children exposed to intense family conflict show brain changes similar to those found in combat veterans. That’s right — the emotional warfare inside a home can mimic the neurological toll of literal battlefield trauma.

Researchers found that kids who witness chronic yelling, aggressive arguments, or domestic tension have altered brain activity in areas linked to fear, stress, and emotional regulation. These are the same brain regions often affected in soldiers returning from war zones.

The amygdala, a part of the brain responsible for processing threats and fear, becomes hypersensitive, constantly on alert. Meanwhile, the prefrontal cortex, which helps manage emotions and make rational decisions, often becomes underdeveloped or impaired. This combination can lead to long-term emotional difficulties, anxiety, or even PTSD-like symptoms later in life.

What makes this even more alarming is that many families underestimate the impact of loud fights or emotional tension on children. But the science is clear: a child's brain is shaped by the emotional climate they grow up in.

This discovery highlights the urgent need for family therapy, safe environments, and emotional education to protect developing minds. Just because there are no visible bruises doesn’t mean the damage isn’t real.

08/23/2025
06/18/2024

Note from one of my clients ❤

Thank you for helping me through the toughest season of my life. 🩷I will be forever grateful.

05/31/2024

Satan loves to accuse, intimidate, and make us feel like we are nothing. God speaks a different story over us. He sings over us. He tells us that we are His child, that we are His treasure, that we can't imagine the plans that He has for us, that we are chosen by Him. Satan is threatened by these things and tries to convince us otherwise. Remember Satan is a puny snake and Jesus stepped on his head.

08/03/2023

Agreed

02/05/2023

We hope knowing our own self-care and growth will reap rewards with our own children empowers you to move towards healing and growth not only as a parent but also as a human being. Thank you for sharing this quote from .

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681 S Lincoln Drive Suite 3
Troy, MO
63379

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 8pm
Tuesday 7am - 8pm
Wednesday 7am - 8pm
Thursday 7am - 8pm
Friday 7am - 8pm

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+16365284333

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