Anchor of Hope Counseling

09/08/2026

Can Christians Go to Therapy? 🤍

Faith and therapy don’t have to be at odds.

For many Christians, the decision to see a therapist can come with questions: Does needing therapy mean I’m not trusting God? Shouldn’t prayer be enough? Can faith and professional counseling really work together?

These are honest questions and they deserve an honest, compassionate conversation.

In Jason’s newest blog, “Can Christians Go to Therapy? Faith and Counseling,” he explores how faith and professional counseling can work together, what Scripture says about seeking wise counsel, and how therapy can be one of the ways God provides support and restoration.

Therapy isn’t a replacement for faith. It can be a resource God uses along the way.

Read the new blog and start the conversation. 🤍🔗 in Bio!

https://anchorofhopecounselingllc.com/can-christians-go-to-therapy-faith-and-counseling/

08/25/2026

Please join us in welcoming Wyatt Marr, our newest Counseling Intern, to Anchor of Hope Counseling! 🤍

We’re so excited to have Wyatt join our team and look forward to the heart, passion, and support he’ll bring.

Welcome to the Anchor of Hope family, Wyatt! ✨

Learn more about Wyatt here! 🔗 in Bio!

https://anchorofhopecounselingllc.com/about-us/wyatt-marr/

08/19/2026

🤏🩷Why is your child OBSESSED with squishies?! 💚🤏

You know the scene…

They’ve squeezed the SAME squishy toy 10 times in a row. 😆
You’ve watched it happen.
You’ve wondered, “Okay… but WHY?” 👀

💡 There’s actually a fascinating answer!

That squishy obsession isn’t just a phase or a quirky little habit. 🧠💛 It’s connected to sensory science, proprioception, and emotional regulation.

Every squeeze.
Every stretch.
Every satisfying slooooow rise. 🤏➡️😌

Those little hands may actually be helping their nervous system do some important work. 🧠✨

Our latest blog breaks down:

🖐️ Why touch is so powerful for developing brains
🐌 What that slow-rise factor can do for attention
🩵How squishy play can support emotional regulation
🏫 Why sensory needs matter both at home AND at school

Because sometimes what looks like “just playing with a squishy” is actually your child’s nervous system saying, “This helps me feel good, focused, and regulated.” 🧠💕

✨ Your child’s sensory needs are real. Understanding them is a great place to start.

📖 Read the full blog here:
https://anchorofhopecounselingllc.com/why-kids-are-obsessed-with-squishies-and-what-it-means/

08/11/2026

📚✨ BACK TO SCHOOL, BACK TO ROUTINE! ✨📚

Our offices are ready for your kiddos! 💛
Sand Tray Therapy, cozy spaces, and ALL the squishies are waiting! 🧸🫶🏼

Let’s make this school year a great one! 🌈

08/10/2026

We’re honored to be part of such an amazing community here in Southlake and to have the opportunity to support local families with meaningful resources and encouragement. 💜💙

Join us at Fusion Academy for “Teen Stress, Parent Burnout & the School Year Ahead” an evening designed to help parents navigate the pressures of a new school year while supporting their teens’ mental and emotional well-being.

We’d love to see you there! Come connect, learn, and leave with practical tools to help your family start the school year feeling more prepared and supported.

📍 Fusion Academy | Southlake

07/21/2026

Mental Health Tip of the Day:
A small pause can change everything.
Breathe, reset, and choose your response with intention. 🌿

07/15/2026

Healing isn't about eliminating these responses, it's about learning when they're helping you and when they're keeping you stuck.

Therapy can help you understand your nervous system and build healthier responses.

We're here to help you move from surviving to thriving.

07/13/2026

Your relationship doesn't have to feel this hard. Couples counseling can help you reconnect, communicate, and break the cycles keeping you stuck.

Kelli Nary, MS, LMFT-A
📞 (214) 494-9779
🌐 anchorofhopecounselingllc.com

07/08/2026

🤐 The silent treatment isn’t just silence, it hurts. ❤️‍🩹

Being intentionally ignored during conflict can cause real psychological pain, even activating the same areas of the brain as physical pain.

A healthy timeout says, “I need a break, but we’ll talk.”
The silent treatment says nothing at all.

These patterns often run deeper than the current conflict, but they don’t have to define your relationship. Couples counseling can help you understand the cycle, communicate more effectively, and reconnect in healthier ways.

✨ Read our latest blog by Kelli Nary, LMFT-A.

🔗 https://anchorofhopecounselingllc.com/the-silent-treatment-why-it-hurts-how-to-break-it/

Anchor of Hope Counseling offers compassionate therapy for anxiety, depression, and trauma in Southlake, TX. Start your healing today.