Community Newsletter
September 2024 at Tree of Hope Counseling
September is here and things again are changing. It is time to let go of summer and lean into fall and into what’s next, whatever that may be. Each change of seasons reminds us that we must always let go of something familiar or enjoyable to embrace the unknown of what’s next. We call that “Radical Acceptance." As we let go of summer and embrace the fall season we need to do that work. As I have come to understand Radical Acceptance, it is the practice of making a conscious effort to acknowledge and honor situations that we must contend with and managing the accompanying emotions. There is a need to do the work of letting go of hope or wishing things will be different than what they are. In other words, it is a process of accepting the “what is” of life. Fully accepting “what is” and leaning into things as they are can be a crucial step in moving through change or a difficult experience. Practicing radical acceptance can be very helpful on a path towards transformation, growth and healing as we work towards achieving a deeper sense of meaning in our lives. As we embrace the change in seasons and let go of summer, I would invite you to consider if there are other areas in your life that this practice could benefit you?
September is Suicide Prevention Month
We at Tree of Hope would like to remind everyone that September is Suicide Prevention Month. This is a time to raise awareness about this urgently important crisis. Please join us in shifting public perception, spread hope and share vital information to people affected by suicide. We want to ensure that individuals, friends and families impacted by this critical issue have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide, prevent suicide and to know that help is available.
More information on Suicide Prevention Month
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Please join us in welcoming our newest affiliate to the Tree of Hope Counseling community - Shawn James, LCSW!
Shawn James, LCSW, P.C., is a wise and compassionate psychotherapist who has dedicated over 20 years of her life to serving others. For the past 15 years, Shawn's heart-centered work has been focused on the powerful and transformative field of psychotherapy. Shawn approaches her work with a deep relational understanding, walking alongside adults aged 25 and up - individuals, couples, and families alike. Shawn also offers invaluable mediation and reconciliation services to communities, drawing from evidence-based modalities like CBT, DBT, EMDR, and Schema Therapy. What truly sets Shawn apart is her specialization in healing deep wounds - trauma, attachment issues, depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. Through it all, Shawn brings her genuine humor, vulnerability, and unwavering belief in the emotional freedom of each person she serves.
