Choices For Life Counseling

Choices For Life Counseling Mental Health Counseling for Adults, Couples, Families, Children and Adolescents

Some of the heaviest things people carry are the ones they carry alone. This September 10th is World Su***de Prevention ...
09/10/2026

Some of the heaviest things people carry are the ones they carry alone. This September 10th is World Su***de Prevention Day, a reminder that showing up for the people around us can matter more than we realize. A phone call. A text that says "thinking of you." Sitting with someone in a hard moment instead of trying to fix it.

At Choices For Life, we see it every day: connection is protective. It's part of why our support doesn't stop at 5pm β€” our team is here for the families and young people we serve, even after hours, because crisis doesn't run on a schedule.

If you or someone you love is struggling, you don't have to navigate it alone - πŸ“ž 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline β€” available 24/7.

Every life matters. Every story matters. Every voice deserves to be heard. At Choices For Life, we’re here to walk with ...
09/08/2026

Every life matters. Every story matters. Every voice deserves to be heard. At Choices For Life, we’re here to walk with you through the darkest momentsβ€”with hope, support, and professional care for you, your child and your family. Whether you're struggling or know someone who is, you are not alone. πŸ’¬ Our licensed counselors are here to help you and your child with trauma, depression, anxiety, and more. You don’t have to face it alone.

πŸ“ž If you or someone you love is in crisis, call or text 988β€”the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. Help is available 24/7.

Choices For Life celebrates the strength, dedication, and heart of those who work every day to make a difference. Especi...
09/07/2026

Choices For Life celebrates the strength, dedication, and heart of those who work every day to make a difference. Especially the counselors, caseworkers, foster families, and support staff who pour into the lives of others. Thank you for showing up and standing strong! πŸ’š

Signs that go beyond normal adjustment: sleep that stays disrupted past the first couple weeks, a sudden drop-off in app...
09/04/2026

Signs that go beyond normal adjustment: sleep that stays disrupted past the first couple weeks, a sudden drop-off in appetite, withdrawing from things they used to enjoy, or a return of behaviors you thought you'd moved past. None of these mean something is wrong with your child, they're often the nervous system's way of processing a change before words catch up.

The first few weeks of school are behind you, and now comes the part nobody warns foster parents about: the routine eith...
09/02/2026

The first few weeks of school are behind you, and now comes the part nobody warns foster parents about: the routine either sticks, or it slips. New teachers, new schedules, and a kid who's still figuring out where they fit can bring old anxieties back up right when things are starting to feel steady.

A few things that help: keep morning and evening routines as predictable as possible, even on hard days. Give advance notice before any schedule change, even small ones. And check in about school β€” not just "how was it," but specific, low-pressure questions about lunch, recess, or a teacher's name.

Consistency is the thing kids in placement can hold onto when everything else has changed. You don't have to get it perfect. You just have to keep showing up the same way, day after day. πŸ’š

Questions about a specific transition you're navigating? Our team is here. πŸ“± - 405-751-0800

LGBTQ+ teens deserve counseling that sees them fully β€” no judgment, no pressure to explain themselves twice. Our team pr...
08/31/2026

LGBTQ+ teens deserve counseling that sees them fully β€” no judgment, no pressure to explain themselves twice. Our team provides a safe, supportive space for kids and teens navigating identity, mental health, and everything in between. πŸ’š

πŸ“ž 405-751-0800

Choices For Life Counseling has an array of therapists that work with a diverse list of specialties which allows us to f...
08/26/2026

Choices For Life Counseling has an array of therapists that work with a diverse list of specialties which allows us to find the best fit for you or your family’s needs.

πŸ’š Our therapists have the ability to provide customized services to meet each client’s needs.
πŸ’š Our therapist are supportive, non-judgmental and can provide the resources to help you succeed.
πŸ’š Our therapists strive to schedule you and your family as quickly as possible with little to no waiting list time.
πŸ’š Our therapists will meet you where you are, whether that is in the privacy of your own home, a confidential location in the community or in an office-based setting. These services help clients by allowing them to feel most comfortable in whichever environment they choose.

Learn more about our outpatient services:
https://www.choicesforlifecfc.com/oklahoma/outpatient/

Self Care Sunday Tip! πŸ’š Ask, β€œDo you want to talk about it, or do you want a distraction?” One question. It hands the ch...
08/24/2026

Self Care Sunday Tip! πŸ’š Ask, β€œDo you want to talk about it, or do you want a distraction?” One question. It hands the choice back to the kid instead of assuming what they need, and that small bit of control can make all the difference after a hard day.

Making friends at a new school is hard for any kid. For a child who's also processing a new home, it can feel like one m...
08/21/2026

Making friends at a new school is hard for any kid. For a child who's also processing a new home, it can feel like one more thing to figure out alone. A few ways foster parents can help without hovering:

πŸ§ƒ Practice simple conversation starters together before the first day.
🎨 Help them find one low-pressure way in β€” clubs, art, sports, lunch groups.
πŸ‘‚ Ask open questions after school ("Who'd you sit with today?") instead of "Did you make friends?"
πŸ•°οΈ Give it weeks, not days. Friendships take time to build, especially with trust still forming!

Connection at school is one more form of stability. It's worth the patience it takes. πŸ’š

The goals of our outpatient program are to:πŸ’š Support the recovery of clients and their family members, and to reduce the...
08/18/2026

The goals of our outpatient program are to:

πŸ’š Support the recovery of clients and their family members, and to reduce the symptoms that are related to mental health issues, substance use issues or co-occurring issues.
πŸ’š Enhance the quality of physical, emotional, cognitive, social and spiritual well-being of persons served.
πŸ’š Aid our clients in experiencing success in their community with the knowledge and tools necessary to lead a fulfilling life.

https://www.choicesforlifecfc.com/oklahoma/outpatient/

Address

4911 N. Portland
Oklahoma City, OK
73112

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+14057510800

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