OVERVIEW

 At Seeds of Hope, we provide therapies that are holistic or helpful for the mind, body and spirit.  Interventions focusing on the whole person have proven effective in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, low self-esteem, family relationship issues and other childhood disorders. Integrating both secular and Christian counseling techniques creates a solid foundation for personal growth and healing.

PRE-MARITAL & MARRIAGE COUNSELING
Help for your marriage before it starts or before it ends.  Co-parenting counseling also offered for divorced parents.

COACHING WITH CHRIS..
A NEW MEN'S PROGRAM!

COME SIT AND TALK, FIND DIRECTION AND LEARN WAYS TO GROW YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILLS IN YOUR HOME, MARRIAGE AND DAILY LIFE.

WOMEN'S PROGRAMS
​CHRISTIAN COUNSELING
HELP WITH PARENTING
DISCIPLESHIP  
​For women of all ages, including college age!  
​Personal and parenting guidance given through individual and group sessions.

PLAY THERAPY

Playing isn’t just fun, it is also very therapeutic.  Play is the language children use to express their feelings, explore relationships and find self-fulfillment.  Just as adults use words to communicate, children use play.  Play builds trust and mastery.  It fosters learning and acceptable behaviors.  It regulates emotions and reduces anxieties.  Playing promotes creative thinking and problem-solving.  It also encourages open communication while improving self-esteem.  With all of these benefits, it makes sense to use play in therapy for kids.  In fact, research suggests play therapy is an effective mental health approach for all ages and problems!
What is play based therapy?
In play based therapy, play is purposeful! That means everything we say and do has meaning.  Play based therapy is also child-led.  It provides opportunities for us to build on the child's interests as they explore their environment.  It also allows us to meet the child on his/her developmental level.  Play based therapy is just plain fun!

CREATIVE INTERVENTIONS

Sometimes it takes a creative approach or a fun project to spark the interest of a child. Likewise, lessons can more easily be remembered when they are taught in creative ways. Creative arts therapies can help therapists  better connect with clients. Drawing, writing, painting, coloring — all of these activities can be useful interventions. The same goes for singing, writing songs/raps, playing instruments and games.  If a child loves to be outside in nature, outdoor learning activities or ones using rocks, sticks, leaves, wood or even living creatures are effective.  All interventions are guided by the interests and direction of each child.

SAND TRAY THERAPY

Each therapy room at Seeds of Hope is filled with little miniature figures.  Disney characters, people, bridges, rocks, fish, and many other things are displayed for kids to use in their sand worlds.  Clients are encouraged to let their imaginations flow as they create worlds in the sand.  This process creates a bridge between the conscious and the unconscious.  Sand tray therapy is actually a very deep kind of therapy.  The conscious mind relaxes its control, allowing penetration to the unconscious material lying beneath the surface.  This makes possible a completely new outlook on life.  Psychological maturation occurs within the child as a result of sand tray therapy and the child does this all on his own.  Progress becomes evident in sand pictures.  Conflict turns into resolution as chaos becomes ordered.  This technique is based on the thought that all children have within them the ability to heal, to know what they need on their own.  This type of symbolic and creative play has been proven to enable healing.

MUSIC THERAPY

So what is music therapy? Music therapy is the individualized and evidence-based use of music interventions to address social, emotional, developmental, communication, and cognitive goals with a wide variety of ages and diagnoses. Music therapy utilizes the elements of music, such as rhythm, melody, and tempo to activate different areas of the brain involved in learning and speech. Music therapy focuses on the relationship between the client, therapist, and the music itself to address goals. 
Here are just a few ways a music therapist might work with an individual:
- Use songs about specific academic concepts to help a kiddo who has a difficult time learning in school
- Utilize music as a way to cope with challenging emotions
- Use preferred songs and instruments to motivate an individual to verbally request their wants, needs, or preferences
- Use instruments and age-appropriate toys and props to develop fine and gross motor skills -Use the elements of music, such as rhythm, melody, and lyrics to connect with teens and adults and help them express their thoughts, beliefs, and emotions
- Utilize preferred songs and instruments to increase attention span, follow directions, and improve sequencing skills
- Use music to improve and maintain wellness, connectivity to others, and social skills

Music for kids/teens with Autism
Music therapy intervention and ASD is one of the most researched areas in this field. Numerous research studies have shown the benefits of using music therapy to address communication, interpersonal skills, play, cognitive function, activities of daily living, sensory processing, and fine/gross motor skills. Music activates many different areas in the brain, which may increase attention and aid in learning and retaining new skills/information. In addition, consistent music therapy sessions help individuals with ASD develop a sense of routine and predictability, which is very important for these individuals. Active music making, social story songs, music and movement, and music for relaxation are just a few ways to utilize music to address coping skills, attention span, cognition, and social skills. By creating individualized goals and interventions, individuals with ASD have the means to express themselves, learn new skills in a safe environment, and be successful in making music and connecting with others.
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RATES

INITIAL CONSULT

Free phone consultation given to determine if the services Seeds of Hope provides are a fit for you! Feel free to call us!

PARENT INTAKE/ INDIVIDUAL INTAKE

First session for gathering of information. (child does not come to this first one if he/she is the client, just for parents)
$75-$85 | Session 

CHILD OR PARENT/FAMILY/INDIVIDUAL SESSION

$75-$85 depending on your therapist

GROUP COUNSELING  

$10-$25 | Session depending on the number attending

IN HOME OR SCHOOL VISIT

$85 | Session- for crisis intervention

PRE-MARITAL & MARRIAGE COUNSELING OR CO-PARENTING

$85 | Session


Insurance is not accepted at this time. However, you may receive reimbursement from your insurance company depending on your insurance policy and therapist. Payment by cash, check or credit card (with a $5 additional fee).​