Ancora Compassionate Care Counseling Center

06/09/2026

Summer break can be a great time for students to focus on their mental and emotional well-being.

Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD symptoms, self-esteem, stress, or simply adjusting to changes in routine, therapy offers a supportive space to build skills, gain confidence, and feel more prepared for the future.

Reach out today to learn more about how working with a therapist can be helpful for your child.
(336) 427-9022
www.ancoracc.org/counseling-center
[email protected]

06/08/2026

What if you treated summer as a time for a mental health checkup?

As we reach the middle of the year, it's a great opportunity to pause and ask: How am I really doing?

Our latest blog post offers an invitation to reflect on your emotional well-being, celebrate your growth, and consider what support you may need moving forward.

Your Mid-Year Mental Health Checkup By Megan Cole, MSW, LCSW Director of Counseling Services Ancora Compassionate Care Counseling Center ...

06/08/2026

As the school year comes to a close, many teachers have found themselves carrying more than just lesson plans and grading responsibilities. Months of supporting students, managing challenges, meeting expectations, and showing up day after day can take a heavy toll on you: mind, body, and spirit.

Summer offers you more than a break from the classroom: it can also be an opportunity to rest, recharge, and reconnect with yourself. Whether that means slowing down, setting boundaries, prioritizing your own needs, processing a difficult school year, or seeking support for stress and burnout, investing in your well-being matters. Taking care of yourself isn't selfish; it's essential.

You deserve the same compassion, patience, and care that you pour into your students every day. If you're ready to focus on your own well-being this summer, therapy can provide a supportive space to reflect, heal, and prepare for the season ahead.

Reach out today, and let's help you make the most of your summer break!
(336) 427-9022
www.ancoracc.org/counseling-center
[email protected]

06/03/2026

Starting therapy can feel like a big step! You may have questions about the process, wonder what therapy is really like, or simply want to know if a therapist feels like the right fit before scheduling an appointment.

That's why we offer free 15-minute phone or Zoom consultations. This is a relaxed, no-pressure opportunity to connect with Megan or Kristi, ask questions, and learn more about how we work. Whether you're considering therapy for the first time, or returning after some time away, we're happy to help you explore your options.

You don't have to have everything figured out before reaching out. Sometimes a brief conversation is all it takes to make that first step feel a little easier.

Contact us today to schedule your free consultation:
Call: (336) 427-9022
Visit: www.ancoracc.org/counseling-center
Or email our director, Megan Cole, LCSW, at [email protected]

05/29/2026

05/27/2026

So many people move through life in survival mode, carrying stress, anxiety, heartbreak, trauma, burnout, and/ or exhaustion while trying to keep everything together.

From the outside, it may look like you’re functioning. Inside, you may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck, or simply tired of carrying it all alone.

Therapy creates space to slow down, breathe, process, and heal. A space where you don’t have to pretend you’re okay. A space where your thoughts, feelings, and experiences can be met with support instead of judgment.

Healing doesn’t mean life suddenly becomes perfect. It means learning how to cope, grow, set boundaries, understand yourself more deeply, and move through life with greater peace and clarity.

You deserve more than just getting through the day.
You deserve support. You deserve healing.

We are here for you. Reach out today. (336) 427-9022/ www.ancoracc.org/counseling-center

05/22/2026

Wishing everyone a safe, peaceful, and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

The Counseling Center will be closed Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call or text 988, the crisis mental health lifeline, or go to the nearest emergency department or behavioral health urgent care for support.