Summer Hawkins M.S., LPC, RPT

05/02/2026

05/01/2026

True health involves your mental health as well! If you’ve never struggled with your mental health, you probably know someone that has. Take some time today to reflect on your own mental health and check-in with those around you!

04/30/2026

Some children do everything “right” - they sit quietly, follow the rules, get through the school day without causing concern. On the surface, they look fine. But what you do not see is the effort it takes to hold it all together.

Many children, especially those who are neurodivergent, spend their day masking. They copy others, rehearse what to say, hide confusion and push through sensory overload just to fit in. By the time they get home, they are exhausted. This is when the overwhelm, meltdowns or shutdowns often appear. It is not bad behaviour - it is the cost of coping all day.

When we only respond to what we see, we risk missing what children actually need. A child who looks like they are coping may be struggling the most. Understanding masking can change how we respond, support and connect with children who are working far harder than we realise.

THE MASKING ICEBERG (CHILDREN)

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02/06/2026

This week is international play therapy week! I truly enjoy working with children and getting to be a part of their story! ❤️

01/21/2026

Telehealth is always an option! Stay safe and warm! ⛄️

We know winter weather in this area brings lots of uncertainty! What IS certain is that we always offer Telehealth options- especially during unpredictable weather. Here are your options for communication:
1.) Call the office 479-226-8403…if you cannot connect with Mary then…
2.) Message your therapist on the Telehealth app you’ve been set up on. If you haven’t set that up…
3.) Email your therapist directly. You can find email addresses on our website www.refreshcounseling.co

Stay safe and warm!

12/16/2025

If the "most wonderful time of the year" feels a little heavy for you, you are not alone. 💙

Between the shorter days and the emotional weight of the holidays, it’s normal to feel a shift in your mood.

If you're feeling low this week, try these three small things:

1️⃣ Sunshine: Get outside for 10 minutes of daylight.
2️⃣ Movement: Even a short walk can reset your nervous system.
3️⃣ Connect: Send a text to one person who makes you feel safe.

Be gentle with yourself. You're doing the best you can. 🤍

12/05/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Re:Fresh!

Merry Christmas from Re:fresh to you! We celebrated together with brunch and laughter at Digs today. We feel blessed to be able to do what we do but even more blessed by getting to do it alongside one another!

11/07/2025

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10/10/2025

Remember to take care of you!

Happy World Mental Health Day! We all have mental health that we need to be aware of and take care of just as much as our physical health. At Re:Fresh, we love the work we get to do every day to help you take care of yours!