Marriage & Family Counseling Center

Happy Feel Good Friday! Which affirmation do you need to hear today?

Today is World Emoji Day, let's do a little mental health check-in using emoji's! Drop a heart below to share how you are doing today. No matter which color heart you choose, we are here to support you. Reach out today to get started with our services!

Ashley, one of our fabulous counselors, celebrated a birthday this weekend! Wishing you a very Happy Birthday this weekend!

Contact us today if you are ready to start your healing journey! https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/contact/

Looking to start therapy?
Having a hard time finding an opening?

We're excited to announce that Ashley has immediate openings with an expanded schedule! If you've been on the fence about starting therapy, or if you've been struggling with any of the issues that Ashley has experience working with, reach out today and we can help you connect with Ashley and begin your journey towards healing.

Congratulations to all the 2024 graduates on all your hard work and perseverance! An extra celebratory congrats to two of MFCC's own! Ashley and Conrad both graduated this semester and we're so excited to celebrate their accomplishments!

We're also thrilled to announce that though her internship has ended, Ashley will be staying at MFCC and seeing clients full-time! If you're looking for a counselor who is non-judgemental, trauma-informed, and passionate about helping others, Ashley may be a great fit for you!

Reach out to 573-891-1330, email us at [email protected] or submit a website form https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/contact/ to get started on your counseling journey today.

Is your teen having a hard time with relationships? Struggling with boundaries or how to navigate conflict?

Join our new FREE support groups for pre-teens or teens! The groups will foster safe and nurturing environments to build connections, process conflicts, and learn tangible skills to put into practice right away.

Groups start April 2 and are entirely FREE! For more information or to register:
https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/groups/teen-pre-teen-support-group/

Is your teen having a hard time with relationships? Struggling with boundaries or how to navigate conflict?

Consider our new FREE support group designed specifically to help address these issues. Participants will find a friendly, supportive, and open environment to discuss issues AND learn tangible skills they can use immediately.

Groups start April 2 and are entirely FREE! For more information or to register:
https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/groups/teen-pre-teen-support-group/

Today is National Employee Day! Recognizing the amazing employees and interns of MFCC today and everyday!

We love their commitment and dedication to mental health and everyone around them. We're so thankful for each and every one of you!

💕The true essence of this day is spreading love, kindness, and appreciation to all those who make our lives brighter. Whether you're celebrating with a partner, friends, family, or simply enjoying some self-love, let's cherish the connections that truly matter. Here's to a day filled with warmth, compassion, and countless heartwarming moments. - The MFCC Team

Happy Birthday to the kindest and most patient soul we know! Your compassion and understanding make the world a brighter place. Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, and all the happiness you deserve. Happy Birthday, Michael! 🥳

February is an important month for us here at MFCC. Today, our counseling center turns 6!

As we celebrate the anniversary of our counseling center, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for each and every one of you who has made this journey so incredibly meaningful. Today is not just about the passing of time; it's a reflection of the trust, courage, and resilience you've shown in choosing us to be a part of your lives.

To our amazing team: Thank you for being the heart and soul of MFCC. Your dedication and kindness is unwavering and an example of the difference we want to make in this world.

Remember that making your mental health a priority, creating a safe space for your family, and working towards healthy relationships is how positive change happens.

Happy Birthday, MFCC!

Meet Vana!! Vana works with couples, families and individuals who are looking to heal trauma, address patterns that are holding them back in their lives, or those needing to develop better ways to handle anxiety or depression. Schedule with Vana and get your counseling journey started. https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/contact/

Have you considered counseling? Have fees prohibited your ability to start counseling - or schedule frequently? One of MFCC's newest counseling students, Moriah, is now scheduling new clients at our student counselor rate of just $50! Sliding scale options may be available in addition to the already reduced fee. Don't let finances stand in your way of seeking help. Schedule with Moriah today. https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/contact/

New Student Counselor alert! Meet Genoveva! Genoveva works with families, couples, and children - and has current openings in her schedule! Genoveva is also a native Spanish speaker and offers counseling in both English and Spanish! Schedule with Genoveva here https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/contact/

MFCC has a unique opportunity to offer you another option for affordable, sliding-scale counseling that could provide a solution! Our Masters-level student interns are able to offer affordable counseling at just $50/session. In some cases, there may be the option for sliding scale in addition to the already low rate of $50/session when seeing a student counselor. If interested in more information, please contact our office for more details.

📆 We are now scheduling for individual counseling, family counseling, couples counseling, premarital counseling, and more.

📌 To schedule or learn more click here: https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/

Meet our team: https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/about/our-team/

Thank you for choosing Marriage and Family Counseling Center.

Wishing a very happy birthday to Rachel!! ❤️

Did you know that all of our blogs are written in house by our counselors? We cover a wide range of topics that include navigating through challenges, self-improvement tips, enhancing your mental well-being, and more! Our blogs offer a treasure trove of valuable information. Check them out today!

Half Of The Equation What I often hear from couples, after they have made progress in their goals identified in the counseling process, is that they wish they had learned some of these “basics” sooner. To which, the question normally comes up, “What is ‘basic’ for a relationship?” I am glad you asked. Being ...

💛Affirmations from today's reel. We hope these inspire and help support you on your mental health journey.

Comment below and let us know which we should add!

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Disclaimer: Social Media is not therapy. Any posts made by Marriage and Family Center do not constitute a therapeutic relationship and are not therapy.

THERAPY FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME. 💻📱🏡

✅ Emily Barnes is now accepting clients (in-person & online options available).

Specialty Areas:

-Anxiety
-Depression
-Shame
-Relationship Issues
-Parenting
-Trauma
-Family of Origin Issues
-Spiritual Issues
-Stress
-Attachment
-Transition & Change

"I address all of these aspects of humanity from a compassionate, non-judgmental perspective. I also believe we are who we are today because of where we’ve been – so healing now might mean looking into the past and exploring why we do what we do because of what we’ve experienced earlier in life." - Emily Barnes, PLPC

📌 To schedule your appointment or for questions click here: https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/contact/

We apologize for the inconvenience. Our internet and phones are down at this time.

Our admin team will return calls and emails as soon as possible.

Thank you for your patience.

-MFCC TEAM

We may be biased, but this is a great podcast episode! If you've considered registering for our couples workshop, Hold Me Tight® and would like to know more about Debi Hake, LPC and the work she does - this podcast is it!

"I don’t claim to know all the answers or have all the tools, but I can promise that I will walk with you through your battles, empower you to learn the tools I have gained throughout my journey, and offer you research-based practices to help you move forward in whatever issue you may be facing."- Debi

126. Identifying Underlining Issues with Debi Hake | Shante Francis Debi Hake was drawn to counseling as a profession after working in several non-profit, community and church positions, the education field, and being a foste...

AFFORDABLE COUNSELING OPTIONS

Finding options for affordable counseling can be difficult and at MFCC we strive to make our counseling services affordable for all.

Our Masters-level student counselors are able to offer an affordable, sliding scale option of up to $60/session.

📆To schedule your first appointment with Jake or for more information click here: https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/contact/

✅In-person & Telehealth (virtual) options available

Join us in wishing our fabulous client liaison America a very Happy Birthday! We hope your day is filled with all the love, laughter and fun it can be!

Victoria had a birthday this weekend! Help us wish her the best and happiest of birthdays today!!

Happy May and Happy Mental Health Awareness Month!