Open Doors Counseling Center

09/23/2025

🌿 Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month 🌿

At Open Doors Counseling Center, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and rich traditions of the Hispanic and Latino community.

Mental health is an important part of overall wellness, and we are here to provide a safe and supportive space for healing, growth, and connection. 💛

09/09/2025

💚 September is Su***de Prevention Month 💚
This month, we come together to spread hope, raise awareness, and remind everyone that you are never alone. Talking about su***de can feel hard, but every conversation matters—and it can save a life.
✨ You are not a burden.
✨ Your story is not over.
✨ Support is always available.
If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline—free, confidential, and available 24/7.
🌿 And remember—you don’t have to walk this journey by yourself. If you need someone to talk to, our office is here to listen and support you.
Together, we can break the stigma, build community, and create a world where mental health is supported and lives are saved. 💙

08/27/2025

🎓✨ Starting college can feel exciting but it can also bring stress and big changes—especially when it comes to big questions like, “What’s my career path?” or “Am I choosing the right major?”

Here are some tips on staying balanced, connected, and supported during this new chapter. And remember—you don’t have to do it alone. Our counseling team is here to help. 💙

08/25/2025

“The Sunday Scaries are real 😰 but here are 3 quick tips to ease them:
1️⃣ Plan something small to look forward to on Monday.
2️⃣ Do a calming activity tonight (read, stretch, journal).
3️⃣ Remember—rest is productive too. 💙
You’ve got this!

08/21/2025

Back-to-school season is here, and we want to thank all the incredible teachers for the love and dedication you pour into your students. 🍎✨ Remember—your well-being matters too. Take time for self-care, you deserve it! 💛

Some self-care ideas:

🧘‍♀️ Mindful moments – even 5 minutes of deep breathing or meditation between classes.
🚶‍♂️ Movement breaks – short walks, stretching, or chair yoga during planning periods.
📖 Personal reading – something fun and unrelated to teaching.
💤 Protect your rest – set boundaries for grading/planning to allow enough sleep.
🎶 Unwind with music – play a favorite playlist on the drive home.
📅 Set work-life boundaries – designate “no school talk” times at home.
🍎 Healthy snacks handy – keep nourishing snacks in your desk for energy.
🤝 Lean on support – connect with fellow teachers or a counselor when feeling overwhelmed.
🌿 Do something joyful – gardening, painting, journaling, or any hobby that recharges you.

08/14/2025

Happiest of birthdays to Ben, our co-founder and co-owner! Thank you for your leadership, guidance, and faithfulness in roles as co-owner of Open Doors, supervisor, and therapist. We hope you have a wonderful birthday!

08/13/2025

Happy Birthday Gary! We're so grateful for your kind and caring presence, the way you serve your clients, and the joy you bring to our team! Wishing you the happiest of birthdays.

06/02/2025

Happy birthday Sarah! We hope you have a beautiful birthday filled with joy & fun! We feel incredibly blessed to have you on the Open Doors team. Enjoy your special day!

06/01/2025

Lathamani is here ! I believe in the healing power of stories right ? So.... I wrote this one

The book is about a little bird who overcame Unkindness due to the way she looks and as a way to heal
She tried to bring " togetherness" into her community 🙈

launching on June 8 from 4 - 6:30 🚀

400 Maitland Ave
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
United States

RSVP By email me : cristinacarmona20019@gmail.com

You can also find it on Lulu bookstore

https://www.lulu.com/shop and type “ Lathamani” on the search tab ❤️🧡

Thanks in advance for all your support and kindness

05/20/2025

☀️ Summer break = sunshine, sticky popsicles… and big emotions.
Feeling the pressure to make it "perfect"? You’re not alone.

As a play therapist, I’ve seen how summer can be a season of deep connection and overwhelm. This gentle guide offers mindful, playful ways to stay present, ditch the pressure, and reconnect with your child (and yourself). 💛 - Meredith Snelson

✨ If you're craving more calm and joy this summer—this one's for you.

Parenting Through the Summer: A Play Therapist’s Mindful Guide to Connection & Joy Summer break. Just reading those words can bring up a mix of excitement and… anxiety. As a play therapist, I know how powerful this season can be—not just for children, but for the whole family. It’s a time to...

05/03/2025

Who knew chocolates could be so therapeutic?
We have these on our bulletin board in our break room 😊. Have you opened a "therapeutic" Dove chocolate?

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04/30/2025

Happy Birthday Jami! We're so thankful to have you on our team at Open Doors. Have a wonderful birthday filled with joy, fun, and blessings!