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The_Mindful_Sistah_Counseling Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Holistic Wellness Practitioner

09/11/2026

Sometimes people tell us they’re struggling without ever saying the words, “I’m thinking about su***de.”

Pay attention to the changes. The withdrawal. The hopelessness. The “I’m tired” that feels different. The feeling that everyone would be better off without them.

And when someone does let you in, you don’t need the perfect response.

Take them seriously.
Ask the question.
Listen without judgment.
Stay connected.
Help them get support.

Talking about su***de does not cause su***de. Silence, shame and fear can keep people from getting the help they need.

On World Su***de Prevention Day, let’s be willing to have the conversations that are difficult—but may save a life.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

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05/26/2026

A couple Saturdays ago, I brought together the TMS Wellness & Counseling Services team for collaboration, connection, and continued growth as clinicians. 🤍

This gathering was more than a team meeting—it was an opportunity to introduce our staff to sound healing and holistic nervous system support as an extension of the therapeutic work we already do every day.

As therapists, we are highly skilled in the power of conversation, reflection, and evidence-based treatment. But healing is not always verbal. Sometimes the body needs support too.

For many clients navigating anxiety, ADHD/ADD, depression, burnout, chronic stress, grief, and trauma, traditional talk therapy alone may not fully address the nervous system dysregulation they experience daily.

That’s why I believe it’s important for clinicians to understand and personally experience additional supportive modalities that can help clients:
✨ feel safer in their bodies
✨ regulate emotional overwhelm
✨ reconnect with calm
✨ and create balance beyond survival mode

At TMS, we believe therapy can be both clinically grounded and holistically supportive.

We are committed to continuing to grow as practitioners so we can better support the whole person—mind, body, and nervous system. 🌿

If you’ve been looking for therapy support that considers both the mind and nervous system, we’d love to support you.
✨ Now accepting new clients for in-person and telehealth therapy.

05/26/2026

A couple Saturdays ago, I brought together the TMS Wellness & Counseling Services team to the Restore Her Wellness Studio for collaboration, connection, and continued growth as clinicians. 🤍

This gathering was more than a team meeting—it was an opportunity to introduce our staff to sound healing and holistic nervous system support as an extension of the therapeutic work we already do every day.

As therapists, we are highly skilled in the power of conversation, reflection, and evidence-based treatment. But healing is not always verbal. Sometimes the body needs support too.

For many clients navigating anxiety, ADHD/ADD, depression, burnout, chronic stress, grief, and trauma, traditional talk therapy alone may not fully address the nervous system dysregulation they experience daily.

That’s why I believe it’s important for clinicians to understand and personally experience additional supportive modalities that can help clients:
✨ feel safer in their bodies
✨ regulate emotional overwhelm
✨ reconnect with calm
✨ and create balance beyond survival mode

At TMS, we believe therapy can be both clinically grounded and holistically supportive.

We are committed to continuing to grow as practitioners so we can better support the whole person—mind, body, and nervous system. 🌿

If you’ve been looking for therapy support that considers both the mind and nervous system, we’d love to support you. Now accepting new clients for in-person and telehealth therapy.

02/27/2026

A real therapy room moment:

During an adolescent session, a teen disclosed suicidal thoughts. To ensure safety and support, I invited their parent into the session and gently shared what their child had been carrying alone.

Instantly, the parent’s nervous system activated. Their face began to sweat. Their body froze. Words wouldn’t come. Moments later they shifted to, “Call your other parent. I can’t deal with this.”

Right there, in real time, I explained softly:

“This isn’t you not caring. Your nervous system just registered this as a threat and moved into survival mode — first freeze, then flight.”

The next day, the parent contacted me and said:
“I’ve been thinking about what you explained… and I realized this is a pattern for me. I just never had language for what was happening in my body.”

That moment is why understanding the nervous system is powerful. When we have language for our reactions, shame softens, awareness grows, and we gain the ability to respond — not just react.

Psychoeducation isn’t just education. It’s empowerment.

— TMS Wellness & Counseling Services

01/25/2026

What once protected you may now be what’s holding you back.

Trauma can explain how we learned to survive—but healing asks us to decide whether those survival patterns still serve us.

Growth requires work.
It requires honesty.
It requires the courage to release old versions of ourselves—even when they feel familiar.

If you’re ready to shed the skin and do the work, you don’t have to do it alone.

The Mindful Sistah Wellness & Counseling Services offers culturally responsive, trauma-informed therapy to support you through the process of change—at your pace, with care and accountability.

✨ Healing is possible.
✨ Change is supported.
✨ You are not broken—you are becoming.

📍 Link in bio to get started.

Meet the TMS Counseling & Wellness Services Team We are so proud to introduce the full team supporting our clients at TM...
12/11/2025

Meet the TMS Counseling & Wellness Services Team

We are so proud to introduce the full team supporting our clients at TMS Counseling and Wellness Services. Our practice continues to grow, and with growth comes more ways to support you, your family, and your healing journey.

Clinical Team (Residents in Training, supervised by Toyia Miller-Peters, LCSW)

Each clinician is completing supervised clinical training and brings a heart for service, cultural awareness, and dedication to helping clients navigate life’s challenges with compassion and skill.

Together, we support:
✔ Adolescents
✔ Adults
✔ Women’s issues
✔ Men’s issues
✔ Couples
✔ Neurodivergent clients
✔ Emotional wellness, trauma, and life transitions

Administrative + Billing Team

Behind every session, assessment, and new client onboarding is our amazing admin team — ensuring your experience is smooth, supportive, and seamless from start to finish.

Our Mission

At TMS Counseling, we provide culturally rooted, trauma-informed, whole-person care. From your first phone call to your ongoing sessions, our team is here to make sure you feel seen, supported, and empowered.

We are now accepting new clients for therapy.
🟣 Click the link in our bio to get started.

My colleague got me to dress up for Halloween this year — and every department was encouraged to participate.We decided ...
10/31/2025

My colleague got me to dress up for Halloween this year — and every department was encouraged to participate.

We decided to show up as ‘The Cookout’ 🍗🔥💃🏾 — because what’s more classic than good vibes, laughter, and community?

Do you think we’ll take home the win? 👀
Either way, we definitely brought the flavor!

On Tuesdays, we wear our college gear to encourage students to ask us about our college journeys. 🎓The last few weeks I’...
10/29/2025

On Tuesdays, we wear our college gear to encourage students to ask us about our college journeys. 🎓

The last few weeks I’ve been rocking my SIUC (Saluki) gear, but today I finally pulled out my Loyola sweatshirt — and wouldn’t you know it, a couple of the newbies did too! 🙌🏾

We instantly spotted each other, smiled, and had to grab a picture.
That’s the beauty of it — no matter where I go, I can always find a Saluki and a Rambler. ❤️💛

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Grateful to (Save the World from A to Z – Students Take Action Right Now) for inviting me to serve as a guest panelist ...
10/26/2025

Grateful to (Save the World from A to Z – Students Take Action Right Now) for inviting me to serve as a guest panelist for their Violence Prevention Day of Impact. From the street to inside the church, the energy was high, the dialogue was real, and every age—from students to adult members—leaned in.

With 25+ years serving youth in child welfare, hospitals, and schools, I know our young people carry so much. Today, we named not only violence but the full spectrum of ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences), talked openly about mental health, and centered solutions that heal.

Seeing these youth in action was refreshing and deeply inspiring. Thank you for including me in the conversation—and for the work you do every day. Let’s keep building safe, loving, and resilient communities together.

🌿 Mindful Escapes: Your Monthly Sanctuary for Relaxation & Renewal 🌿Escape the noise of daily life and step into a space...
02/21/2025

🌿 Mindful Escapes: Your Monthly Sanctuary for Relaxation & Renewal 🌿

Escape the noise of daily life and step into a space of deep relaxation, healing, and connection. Our Mindful Escape sessions are designed to help you pause, breathe, and reset.

What is a Mindful Escape?
A Mindful Escape is a curated wellness experience that may include meditation, breathwork, gratitude circles and sound healing to help you:
✅ Reduce stress & tension
✅ Cultivate inner peace & clarity
✅ Reignite emotional and energetic balance
✅ Enhance connection with yourself or others
✅ Leave feeling refreshed, grounded, and renewed

Who Is This For?
✨ Anyone feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or needing a reset
✨ Anyone wanting to immerse in self-care & holistic healing

📍 Where? Hosted in a tranquil private setting.

📅 Stay tuned for more information and upcoming dates.

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Alsip, IL
60803

Opening Hours

Monday 4:15pm - 8pm
Wednesday 4:15pm - 7pm
Thursday 5pm - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 1pm

Telephone

+17088247225

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