Summerlane Counseling

Making it through the busy season and feeling like yourself again aren’t always the same thing.

Sometimes, we need a little time to notice what all that “busy” actually left behind.

Save this as a tool to come back to when you have a quiet moment. Slow down, check in with yourself, and notice what you might need mentally, emotionally, and physically to feel a little more like you again. 🤎

✨ NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! ✨

We’re excited to share that Charlotte Reeves, LPC is now accepting Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) clients at Summerlane Counseling!

Charlotte also offers evening availability, making it easier to prioritize your mental health without disrupting your daytime schedule.

Ready to get started? Call or text Summerlane Counseling today at 📲 (334) 267-7599 to book your appointment.

Create a life you don’t need to escape. 🩵🧡

September can make us want to get organized, get ahead, and get back into a routine. But here’s your reminder that a good routine isn’t just one that makes you productive.

It should support YOU, too. ✨

Maybe that means leaving a little more margin in your mornings. Protecting your evenings. Getting outside. Saying no without over explaining. Making time for therapy, rest, movement, or the people who help you feel like yourself.

As you settle into September, don’t just ask, “How can I get more done?”

Ask, “What would help me feel more supported while I do it?”

Your routine should make space for your mental health, not ask you to sacrifice it.

💜 TODAY IS THE DAY! 💜

The Thrive Series kicks off TODAY, August 31st!

And guess what? It’s NOT too late to sign up!

Tonight we're starting with Thrive Within + Thrive Forward—an interactive evening focused on:
🧠 Mental & Emotional Wellness
💜 Taking care of YOU from the inside out
✨ Purpose & Vision
🎯 Creating meaningful, realistic goals
🌱 Practical tools you can actually use in everyday life

This isn't just another workshop where you sit and listen. Come ready to participate, reflect, connect, and THRIVE!

And did I mention it's FREE?! 🙌🏾

📍 The Pivot Path
5757 Atlanta Hwy., Suite B
Montgomery, AL 36117

🕠 TONIGHT | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
🥤 Refreshments provided
📝 Certificate of completion
👥 Ages 17–65

Haven't registered yet? You still have time!
Grab your spot and meet us there tonight! 💜

🔗 Register link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPlbTRnoNiZndBASvT_4U47RA7ceap-fVbu9XBfxl_GESayw/viewform

Invest in YOU. Empower your life. Thrive every day.

ometimes “stuck” doesn’t look like doing nothing.

Sometimes it looks like doing everything while quietly feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, unsure of what needs to change, or simply tired of carrying it all alone.

Unstuck & Unstoppable is a 6-session support and growth group created for women who are ready for a little more clarity, confidence, connection, and support in their everyday lives.

Together, we’ll create space to talk honestly, build healthier boundaries, learn practical tools for managing stress, and connect with other women who get it.

📍 In-person at our Montgomery office + virtual options available
📅 Begins Friday, September 25 at 6:30 PM
💙 Facilitated by TaWanna Brooks
💲30 per session

You don’t have to have everything figured out to take the next step. Sometimes you just need a safe place to start.

Reach out to us at Summerlane Counseling to learn more or reserve your spot!

Sometimes moving forward starts with taking a little time to check in with yourself first.

On August 31, The Thrive Series kicks off with an evening focused on mental + emotional wellness, purpose, vision, and creating goals that actually fit your life.

It’s practical, interactive, completely FREE, and designed to give you tools you can take with you long after the evening ends.

Swipe for all the details + come THRIVE with us!

More info and to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPlbTRnoNiZndBASvT_4U47RA7ceap-fVbu9XBfxl_GESayw/viewform

Sometimes it sounds more like:

“My stomach hurts.”
“I don't want to go.”
“What if no one sits with me?”
“I can't sleep.”
“Can you stay with me?”
“I hate school.”

A new school year brings a LOT of change, and even kids who are excited can feel overwhelmed by new teachers, routines, expectations and friendships.

A few ways you can help:

→ Keep routines predictable. Knowing what to expect can help school days feel a little less overwhelming.

→ Ask specific questions. Instead of “How was school?” try “What felt easy today?” or “Was there anything that made you nervous?”

→ Validate before you fix. Sometimes “That sounds really hard” is more helpful than immediately trying to solve the problem.

→ Practice the scary parts. Walk through drop-off, talk about what lunchtime might look like, or make a plan for what they can do when they feel nervous.

→ Pay attention when anxiety starts interfering with everyday life. If school worries are consistently affecting sleep, eating, relationships, physical symptoms or their ability to attend school, it may be time for some extra support.

And remember: the goal isn't to make sure your child never feels anxious.

It's to help them learn, “I can feel anxious AND I can handle what comes next.” 💛

That's a skill they'll carry far beyond the classroom.

We're claiming it now... back to balance is kinda chic. ✨💅

August often brings a shift in routines, responsibilities, and expectations. As students head back to school, parents juggle new schedules, educators prepare for a fresh year, and many adults begin refocusing on goals after summer, it's a season of transition.

If things feel a little heavier than usual, you're not imagining it. Back-to-school season can bring excitement, anticipation, stress, and anxiety—all at the same time.

As you move into a new routine this month, remember to extend yourself the same grace you so freely give to others. And if you need a little extra support along the way, know that you don't have to navigate this season alone. 💙