The Refuge Center for Counseling

10/19/2026

Did you know these forms of domestic violence? 💜

Abuse can take many forms, and the signs aren’t always obvious. In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the eight forms of abuse outlined in the Power and Control Wheel, a tool that helps us better understand the patterns of control that can exist in abusive relationships.

Our Co-Founder and CEO, Amy Alexander, recently shared the importance of recognizing these patterns with a class at Trevecca

Swipe through to learn more. Awareness is the first step toward recognizing abuse, supporting others, and creating safer relationships.

10/16/2026

We have 8 spots left for our Grief Intensive next Saturday! Register at refugecenter.org/groups or hit the “groups” button at the link in bio.

10/16/2026

So grateful for the Rotary Club of Brentwood for their contribution to our clients healing and mental and emotional wellbeing through supporting our services.

Thanks to community members like them, ANYONE can receive the care they deserve through affordable, excellent, and accessible counseling services.

10/15/2026

Through counseling at Refuge, Matty Mullins learned to listen to the “false alarms” his body and mind were giving to him, and overcome his struggles with panic attacks and anxiety disorder.

Listen to his new song TRENCHES, out now with anberlin and SWITCHFOOT.

10/15/2026

Check out Matty’s new song with Anberlin featuring Switchfoot, “TRENCHES.”

“I've been there before
So maybe I can help you
Standing on a floor
That I already fell through
I can lift you up
If you feel defenseless
And when you're fighting for your life
I will meet you in the trenches
I will meet you in the trenches”

10/15/2026

We’re excited to be part of Franklin Connects Community Fair!

Come discover local organizations, explore opportunities, and find new ways to connect and build a sense of belonging. Join us Saturday, October 17, from 10 AM–1 PM at Bicentennial Park Pavilion. It’s free and open to the community!

10/15/2026

10/14/2026

Swipe to learn 3 things that the Refuge Center was able to do because of YOUR generosity!🙌

Offer free counseling services to officers and their families at the Franklin Police Department

Be a part of The Village at Church of the City Franklin and serve clients through two dedicated offices over there.

Alongside Find Hope Franklin and Franklin Connects, place 8 “Happy to Chat” benches throughout Franklin, including one right here on our campus!

10/09/2026

Our annual impact report is here and we are grateful to share some statistics with what hope has looked like over the past fiscal year at The Refuge Center: 🤎

- 3,952 people found a place to begin healing
- 42,543 sessions of counseling and care
- $72 average session fee paid
- $130 actual cost per session
- $58 average gap per session filled through your generosity
- 98.8% of clients utilized sliding scale
- 20% under the poverty line

Please swipe for a message of appreciation from our CEO/Co-Founder, Amy Alexander. 🙏

10/08/2026

Who can relate?🤎

A breakup, friendship breakup and/or experiencing grief bring complex emotions that ask for a safe space to “have all the feelings at once and let yourself feel it.”

We are here to navigate significant life changes alongside you… You don’t have to walk this road alone.

If Riley’s story speaks to you, visit refugecenter.org to learn more and begin your healing journey.🤎