Renewed Hopes Counseling

04/19/2026

This is spot on! Below is a Ted Talk by Brene Brown addressing the difference between shame and guilt.

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04/02/2026

https://voyagepennsylvania.com/interview/community-highlights-meet-ina-gould-ms-lpc-cctp-of-renewed-hopes-counseling

Today we’d like to introduce you to Ina Gould MS, LPC, CCTP. Hi Ina, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.My professional career began as a teacher in Bronx, New York. I taught elementary and middle school for seven years before moving to Pennsylvania in 20...

03/15/2026

Healing the effects of trauma includes identifying triggers and how they impact your life. This brings us to increased self awareness. But sometimes we are so focused on the triggers, we forget to notice the “glimmers.” Glimmers help us embrace gratitude and operate in joy. What were your glimmers today?

02/08/2026

Although we cannot contol the thoughts that come Into our minds, we give power to what we reflect on. Shifting our mindset to accepting those things outside of our control and focusing on those things we can control empowers us to cope with and challenge negative thought processes.

11/12/2025

09/24/2025

Too many times we become reactive when we feel emotionally disconnected from our partner and what ensues is a disagreement What would it look like to use “I” statements instead, express your need, and skip the disagreement? Emotionally connected relationships grow through vulnerability and courageously sharing needs with one another.

09/14/2025

Beautiful sunny day celebrating the staff and families at Renewed Hopes Counseling at the Reading Phils Game Today! Specil guest appearance from Audra Smallwood founder and CEO of Leave the Light on Counseling and her wonderful
Family.

09/13/2025

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You can be firm without being harsh. Your words and tone can protect both your boundaries and your relationships. Make sure your message lands the way you intend.

Comment “TONE” for a resource to help you say what you mean without being hurtful.

06/02/2025

This is a great article that reminds us to check in on our relationships. Emotional connection is vitally important in a healthy relationship. A lack of emotional bonding can cause distance and loneliness for each partner in the relationship. Changing this harmful pattern can be done by intentionally choosing to reconnect with your partner, recognizing the red flags, and communicating needs to one another.

Emotional neglect in a marriage is the absence of emotional attunement and connection. How can you see what's not there? Here are 10 signs to look for.

05/26/2025

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/psychiatrys-think-tank/202305/not-just-bbqs-and-parades-memorial-day-can-be-painful/amp

As many across the U.S. celebrate Memorial Day this weekend, let us also remember how the holiday impacts the mental health of service members, veterans, and their families.