Seasons of Life Counseling, LLC

08/20/2026

Deadline for Registration is September 1, 2026

Get out and create some intentional time before winter comes !

Please join us in a beautiful setting enjoying a Lake Side Sauna, A Fire by the Lake, Disc Golf, Hiking Nearby or just a fun weekend with your Partner or Spouse. This is fun weekend to re-connect with your person and learn some new tools on how to better communicate and take intentional time in our busy world.

Join us for the Roots & Renewal Fall Couples Retreat, a weekend designed to help couples reconnect, strengthen communication, and deepen their emotional connection using research-based relationship tools inspired by the work of John Gottman. The retreat is led by experienced relationship professional Dara Harrel, LPC-S. (Seasons of Life Counseling⁠)
Date: October 2–4, 2026
Where: Meier Lake, Hatcher Pass, Alaska
https://www.meierlake.com/
Cost -$1,575.00 Per couple
Limited to 8 couples
During this retreat, you will:
• Learn practical tools to improve communication
• Manage conflict more effectively
• Strengthen friendship and emotional intimacy
• Reconnect as partners and teammates
• Leave with a clear plan for continued growth together
Your registration includes:
Two nights of lodging
Dinner Friday evening
Meals throughout Saturday Breakfast Sunday morning
Retreat materials and relationship resources
Whether you are newly married, preparing for marriage, or have been together for decades, this retreat offers a meaningful opportunity to renew your relationship and invest in your future together.
Space is limited and registration closes September 1, 2026.
Learn more and reserve your spot: https://seasonsoflifecounselingllc.com/couples-retreat/
Or contact [email protected] 907-313-7537 for more information

08/20/2026

✨Therapist Thursday✨

Today we're excited to spotlight SLC clinician, Lou Lou!

Lou is a Licensed Professional Counselor with an Art Therapy license (ATR) committed to supporting individuals as they navigate their unique challenges. She specializes in identity issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, and personal growth.

We love having Lou on our team!

A few fun facts about Lou:

🎨Favorite hobbies: Starting new crafts, permaculture gardening, weight-lifting, baking

📚Favorite shows & books: "Antonia's Line", Books: Informative: "All About Love: New Visions" by Bell Hooks, Poetic: "Milk and Honey" by Rupi Kaur, Children: "A is for Activist" by Innosanto Nagara

🇮🇹Dream vacation: Italian countryside. Eat gelato and roam the hills.

🐱Spirit animal: Cat: adaptable, creative, enjoys the fine things in life, independent, curious, intuitive

🌲Favorite color: A deep, dark spruce green like a coniferous forest.

💫Favorite life advice: "Everyone has their own unique perspective and intersectional identity and this is our beauty. Through expanding our perspective, we can expand our capacity to understand one another. Through understanding we can move more closely towards healing and self actualization."

08/14/2026

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Here's a reminder that even superheroes could use a helping hand sometimes. 🕷️

08/06/2026

✨ Therapist Spotlight ✨

We're excited to spotlight our other amazing co-owner, Dara Harrel! 💚

Dara is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Approved Supervisor. She is passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges. Dara is a joy to be around and brings valuable insight to our team!

A few fun facts to help you get to know Dara:

🥾 Favorite hobbies: Hiking, camping, fishing, adventuring with my family, gardening, going to concerts or live music shows, paint nights, diamond art, and reading

🎬 Favorite shows & books: Top Gun, Step Up Movies, any movies with dancing or music. Favorite Show: Gilmore Girls, One Tree Hill, Army Wives. Favorite books that I love reading in the morning; any non-fiction psychology books. Fiction at night--Kristin Hannah, Danielle Steel, John Grisham

✈️ Dream vacation: Backpacking in Europe, visiting Greece and Bali. Anywhere I can hike with beautiful views and where I can try new foods!

🐅 Spirit animal: A tiger—they symbolize courage, strength and independence. I have always loved the beauty of tigers and how they trust their intuition, they are determined, and they have courage to live boldly.

💙 Favorite colors: Teal, blue, and green

✨ Favorite life advice: "Live life to its fullest! Be excited about life! Take the chances, travel, dream, do the thing that scares you as you only have this one life to live!"

08/05/2026

Roots & Renewal: Why Every Relationship Deserves Time Away to Reconnect

Facilitated by Dara Harrel, LPC-S

October 2–4, 2026 | Meier Lake, Hatcher Pass, Alaska

In the midst of work schedules, parenting, endless to-do lists, and life’s daily demands, it’s easy for couples to unintentionally drift apart. Relationships rarely struggle because of one single event—they often become strained through the gradual accumulation of stress, missed conversations, and a lack of intentional time together.

Nestled among the breathtaking mountains of Hatcher Pass, surrounded by the peaceful beauty of Meier Lake, the Roots & Renewal Couples Retreat offers couples an opportunity to pause, reconnect, and intentionally invest in the relationship that matters most. The retreat is held at Meier Lake, a private lakeside retreat surrounded by Alaskan wilderness, creating a peaceful setting with minimal distractions.

Why Couples Retreats Matter

Research consistently shows that healthy relationships don’t happen by accident—they are built through intentional investment.

Many couples leave a retreat with:

* Stronger communication skills
* Greater understanding of one another’s needs
* Renewed friendship and emotional connection
* Practical tools for managing conflict
* Increased hope and confidence in their future together
* Lasting memories created through shared experiences

More Than a Weekend Away

Roots & Renewal is more than a getaway—it’s an investment in your future together.

Throughout the weekend, couples will learn evidence-based relationship skills grounded in the work of Dr. John Gottman while participating in engaging discussions, practical exercises, and meaningful conversations. The goal isn’t perfection; it’s building a stronger foundation that continues long after the weekend ends. (Seasons of Life Counseling⁠)

Whether you’ve been together for two years or thirty, every relationship benefits from intentional care. Healthy marriages aren’t built by avoiding challenges—they’re strengthened by learning how to face them
Your relationship is worth investing in.

*I want to emphasize this is not couples therapy but an opportunity to learn some interactive tools and skills to strengthen your relationship!

Join us for the Roots & Renewal Couples Retreat at Meier Lake in beautiful Hatcher Pass October 2nd-4th and discover what can happen when you intentionally make time for one another.

You can Register at Couples Retreat - Seasons of Life Counseling

Please reach out with any questions 907-313-7537
Or info@ seasonsoflifecounselingllc.com

07/23/2026

✨ Therapist Thursday ✨

Today we're excited to spotlight SLC's co-owner, Brittany Oaks! 💜

Brittany is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor who is especially passionate about perinatal mental health. Inspired by her own experience with postpartum depression and anxiety, she's dedicated to providing compassionate, judgment-free support through conception, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.

Brittany brings the best energy into every room, and we’re grateful for the joy, laughter, and kindness she brings to our team each day.

A few fun facts about Brittany:

🌿 Favorite hobbies: Caring for plants, watercolor painting, crafting, spending time outdoors, and making memories with her family, friends, and kids.

📚 Favorite shows & books: Gilmore Girls, The Andy Griffith Show, and just about any romantasy novel.

✈️ Dream vacation: Greece! She's always been fascinated by Greek mythology and history and would love to experience its incredible historical sites in person.

🦉 Spirit animal: Owl! She's a "night owl" and not at all a morning person. She enjoys quietly observing before jumping in, values quiet moments alone, and has always found owls fascinating.

💜 Favorite color: Purple! Not bright purple, more of a plum or eggplant color.

✨ Favorite life advice: "It is ok to take time to make big decisions. There are very few things that are emergencies. It is better to take the time you need then to make quick decisions that you later regret."

07/10/2026

🎉 Please join us in welcoming the newest members of the Seasons of Life Counseling team! 💚

We are excited to welcome Laura Condon, LPC-S, NCC and Halie Sosa, Pre-Licensed Mental Health Counselor!

✨ Laura brings over 11 years of experience helping adolescents (12+), adults, and families through life's challenges using evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Brainspotting. She also specializes in bereavement and adoption-related support.

✨ Halie works with children, adolescents, and adults, offering a compassionate, holistic approach to healing. With a background in education and yoga, she helps clients navigate trauma, life transitions, and everyday stressors while fostering growth and resilience.

We're thrilled to have Laura and Halie on our team and can't wait for our community to get to know them!

Laura Condon, LPC-S, NCC

07/09/2026

🎉 Please help us welcome Hannah to the Seasons of Life Counseling team! 💙

Hannah joins our administrative team with a background in healthcare administration and a passion for helping others navigate the often confusing world of healthcare and insurance. She is committed to making each client's experience as smooth and supportive as possible through patience, kindness, and clear communication.

Originally from Anchorage, Hannah enjoys knitting, crocheting, sewing, and taking advantage of all Alaska has to offer through hiking, camping, biking, and skiing.

We're excited to have Hannah on our team and know you'll enjoy working with her. If you call, email, or stop by the office, be sure to say hello and help us give her a warm welcome! 👋

06/29/2026

Mark your calendars for October 2-4, 2026, and join us for a very special Couples Retreat facilitated by Dara Harrel, LPC-S! 🙌

This is a multi-day retreat for couples looking to reconnect, repair, and create real change in their relationships. Learn how to:

🍂Talk through hard things without escalating
🍂Rediscover what brought you together
🍂Manage disagreements as a team
🍂Replace tension with intention

Between work, parenting, responsibilities, and stress, true connection can slowly be replaced with distance or routine.

⬇️Register online for the Roots & Renewal Fall Couples Retreat and reconnect with your partner using research-backed tools that lead to lasting change.

🔗Link in bio, more details online!

06/19/2026

“Sun is shining. Weather is sweet. Make you wanna move your dancing feet.” - Bob Marley

One of our favorite things about summer in Alaska is the incredible Midnight Sun. The extra daylight gives us more time to be outside and enjoy all the adventures this season has to offer.

Whether you're hiking with friends, spending a day at the lake, paddleboarding, playing pickleball, gardening, traveling, ATVing, fishing, or taking an evening bike ride, summer invites us to get outside and live in the present.

Sunshine does more than brighten our days—it can brighten our minds, too.

This summer, make time for the activities that bring you joy, connection, and peace. Your mind, body, and soul will thank you. 🌼🚴‍♀️🎣🏔️🛶🌻

What is your favorite way to enjoy an Alaskan summer? Tell us below! ⬇️