Summerlane Counseling

It’s the little things that make people feel seen. 🤎

Welcoming a new client into Summerlane isn’t just about getting them on the schedule and through the door. Mendy has always had such a heart for making people feel celebrated, cared for, and genuinely welcome from the very beginning.

Sometimes that looks like a listening ear. Sometimes it’s remembering the little things. And sometimes it’s a special gift bag waiting for you at your first visit. 🥹

Because at Summerlane, you’re never just another name on the calendar. You’re a person we’re really glad is here.

Recovery has a rhythm, but it doesn’t have a timeline. 🤍

This National Recovery Month, we’re celebrating every step forward, every new beginning, and every person finding their way at their own pace.

It all counts. Keep going.

You don’t have to be in crisis to know something needs to change.

Maybe you’ve been feeling disconnected from yourself.

Maybe you keep falling into the same patterns, even though you know they aren’t serving you anymore.

Maybe you know what you want your life to feel like…you just can’t seem to figure out how to get from here to there.

Or maybe you’re simply tired of feeling stuck.

That’s why Unstuck & Unstoppable exists.

It’s a space to slow down, look at what’s keeping you where you are, build practical tools, and begin taking intentional steps toward what’s next, alongside other women doing the same.

You don’t need to have it all figured out before you walk through the door.

You just have to be ready to start. 🤍

Unstuck & Unstoppable begins this Friday! More details in “Events Highlight” on our page.

Sometimes behavior IS the message.

A meltdown, shutting down, arguing, clinging, or refusing to cooperate can be frustrating in the moment. But before focusing only on stopping the behavior, it can help to get curious about what might be underneath it.

Try the PAUSE check-in:
P — Pause before reacting. Give yourself a second before jumping straight to correction.
A — Ask what changed. Are they hungry? Tired? Overstimulated? Disappointed? Anxious? Out of routine?
U — Understand the need. They may be looking for connection, reassurance, space, control, or help regulating.
S — Say what you notice: “You seem really frustrated right now...That didn’t go the way you wanted it to...It looks like today feels like a lot."
E — Engage from there. Once they feel seen, you can work together on what happens next.

Understanding a behavior doesn’t mean there aren’t boundaries or consequences. It simply gives us more information about what a child may need in that moment.

Save this for the next time you find yourself wondering, “Why are they acting like this?” 🤍

In July, Summerlane’s owner, Memendra, had the honor of serving on the Mental Health Care Providers Panel at the BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Summit. 🤎

Opportunities like this are especially meaningful to us because they reflect so much of what Summerlane stands for: creating conversations, building connections, and making mental health support more accessible within our communities.

The work doesn’t stop inside the therapy room. Showing up, sharing knowledge, and being part of important conversations like these are all ways we can continue supporting meaningful change beyond our walls.

We’re so grateful for events like this and for the opportunity to have a seat at the table. 🌿

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.