“The question is not why the addiction, but why the pain?”
— Dr. Gabor Maté
We believe that mental health struggles are often the result of unhealed trauma and unprocessed grief. In an effort to survive the pain, we may turn to unhealthy behaviors, coping mechanisms, relationships, and addictions, believing these will protect us, but only find they deepen the wounds.
Our Services
Mental Health Counseling and Coaching
Our Mental Health Counseling and Coaching sessions provide compassionate, trauma-informed support for children, teens, adults, and families navigating life’s challenges. Sessions are strengths-based and personalized to meet each person where they are while creating a safe space to process, heal, and grow. We focus on building practical tools, healthy coping skills, emotional awareness, and resilience. Our goal is to help each person feel supported and empowered as they move toward greater well-being.
Creative Healing
Our Creative Healing sessions use art and creative expression as tools for connection, self-discovery, and emotional well-being. In a supportive, judgment-free environment, participants are encouraged to express feelings, explore their experiences, and build confidence through creativity. No artistic experience is needed—the focus is on the process, not the finished product. Each session creates space to express, process, connect, and grow.
Peer Support
Our Peer Support sessions provide a safe, encouraging space to connect with someone who understands the journey of healing and recovery through lived experience. Peer support focuses on building connection, hope, confidence, and practical skills for navigating life’s challenges. Sessions are person-centered and strengths-based, honoring each individual’s unique story and goals. Together, we create space to feel heard, supported, and empowered to move forward.
Grief Support
Our Grief Support sessions provide a compassionate space to process loss, honor your story, and navigate the many emotions that come with grief. Support is personalized to meet you wherever you are in your journey, without expectations or timelines for healing. Together, we explore healthy ways to cope, find connection, and adjust to life after loss. Our goal is to help you move forward while honoring what—and who—matters to you.
Trauma Recovery
Our Trauma Recovery sessions provide a safe, compassionate space to process difficult experiences and understand how trauma can impact thoughts, emotions, relationships, and everyday life. Using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, we help individuals develop healthy coping skills, build resilience, and reconnect with a sense of safety and empowerment. Healing happens at your own pace, with support tailored to your unique experiences and needs. Our goal is to help you move beyond surviving and toward greater connection, hope, and wholeness.
Addiction Recovery
Our Addiction Recovery sessions provide compassionate, judgment-free support for individuals seeking healing from substance use and addictive patterns. Using a strengths-based and recovery-focused approach, we help individuals explore underlying challenges, develop healthy coping skills, and build a strong foundation for lasting recovery. Each person’s journey is unique, so support is tailored to their individual goals, experiences, and needs. Our goal is to help you find hope, rebuild your life, and move forward with greater confidence and connection.
Stepping into the healing process takes courage. It's normal to experience a mix of thoughts and feelings—fear, anxiety, hope, and anticipation. All emotions you encounter are welcome here.
At Broken Lives Restored, we start with a free 15-20 minute consultation to create a safe and welcoming space for you.
During this time, you’re invited to share your story at your own comfort level. We will also take the time to introduce ourselves and explain the services we offer.
Together, we can determine if working with us feels like the right fit for you.