Hesed Counseling, PLLC

04/24/2026

Prior to the DSM-V, Asperger’s used to be a separate diagnoses from Autism. This change is part of a shift to recognize Autism as a range of neurological differences. We recognize that how an individual chooses to identify with their neurotype is a personal choice and respect their chosen language.

So, whether you use the term "Autistic", "Aspie", or just want to use the umbrella term of "neurodiverse" or "neurospicy" it is completely up to you! But what we do want you to know is no matter how you identify, there are parts of your diagnosis that make you unique.

At Hesed Counseling, we work with clients and families to better understand their diagnosis and feel empowered to embrace parts of them which may have previously led them to feel shame, guilt, or even being bullied. Instead, we focus on a strengths-based approach in which we work on self-esteem, self-worth, and value. Allowing for us to get to a place where we can MARVEL our Autism.

Marvel (v): to be filled with admiration and surprise.

04/23/2026

Changing our mindset from an awareness to acceptance requires consistent intentionality of the heart to want to allow Autistic individuals to feel seen, heard, understood, and accepted. How are you already practicing some of these mindset shifts? What areas might there be room for growth?

04/22/2026

While originally coined Autism Awareness Month, we at Hesed Counseling, believe that everyone is uniquely made on purpose and for purpose (Eph 2:10; Psalm 139:13-14; Jer 1:5). Therefore, we ask you to join us this April as we celebrate and honor Autism ACCEPTANCE month!

02/17/2026

Continuing in our month of love we want to take time this week to focus on teen health and safety.

Main takeaways: Conversations around safe s*x education actually increase the chances of teens using condoms and decrease risks of s*xual risk behaviors!

Education supports safety.

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02/14/2026

Love isn't about grand gestures, but consistency in the little things.

Love languages are about showing love in ways the individual feels loved.

This Valentine's Day we encourage you to ask your loved ones how they feel most loved by you.

01/01/2026

New Year doesn't have to mean "new you". Societal pressures can be heavy and sometimes make us feel like we aren't good enough. Maybe the you that you have been working on is the exact version of you who needs grace and continual investment.

For 2026, we at Hesed Counseling want to encourage you to practice "Progress over Perfection" and giving yourself grace.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from our team at Hesed Counseling!! 🦃🍂💛

This year we have so much extra to be thankful for as we get to celebrate our SECOND LOCATION and expansion in Brunswick County!! We are so excited to be able to reach our friends over the bridge to help so many more children, teens, families, and young adults!! God is so good and we are so grateful for this opportunity.

If you are a fully licensed clinician with experience working with neurodivergent children and teens and are looking to make the jump to private practice send us an email at kayla.brooke@hesedcounseling.org to start the conversation and see if you could be a good fit at our practice as we are officially hiring!

11/26/2025

Only 1 day left until our big secret is out 😉

Any guesses? Drop them below and check in tomorrow to see if you were right!

11/19/2025

Thank you to for hosting your Fall Family Festival again this year! Hesed is proud to support such a wonderful organization who has so much love, care, and resources for our littles 💛

So many fantastic business came out to support and educate. We are grateful to be a part of the list that Smart Start recognizes as making meaningful contributions to the socioemotional development of littles in the greater Wilmington area.

And special congratulations to the winner of our “Family Night In” giveaway basket! We hope you and your family enjoy spending intentional quality time together.

11/18/2025

We had so much fun getting to meet more families in Brunswick County thanks to the hosting their first ever Leland Fall Festival!

We’re to “infinity and beyond” excited to be able to offer more accessibility to services for our friends over the bridge... stay tuned for more details coming soon 😉

11/17/2025

October flew by with rocket speed but we couldn't go any further without thanking .wellness.collective for hosting an outstanding Magnetic Marketing Workshop in one of the most beautiful cities! Laura, Samantha, and Jenna have built an absolutely incredible business and are the epitome of women supporting women! 💛

10/10 Recommend attending their workshops if you are a woman business owner in the health or mental health field. You will learn so much; feel inspired; and build not only a network, but community.

Shout out to .bee.photographee for all the amazing 📸 You have such a beautifully infectious personality and made what is typically uncomfortable, fun and exciting.

11/08/2025