Sankofa Family Counseling & Wellness

10/11/2026

Your mental health matters.

On World Mental Health Day, we’re reminded that caring for yourself is not selfish. Sometimes it looks like resting. Sometimes it means asking for help, setting a boundary, reconnecting with someone you love, or simply giving yourself permission to slow down.

You don’t have to have everything figured out to deserve support.
Take a moment today to check in with yourself:
How am I really feeling? What do I need right now?
Be gentle with yourself. Your wellbeing matters.

10/08/2026

Being a family therapist means seeing beyond the behaviour.

It means understanding the patterns, the emotions, the relationships, and the stories that shape a family.

Because sometimes, the person who looks like “the problem” is simply the one showing us where the family needs support.

10/06/2026

What a beautiful season of becoming, growth, and answered prayers.

Today, I’m celebrating not just two professional milestones, but the journey it took to get here. Completing two years of supervision and earning my LPC, while also passing my LMFT exam and becoming an LMFT Associate, is a reminder that every step, every challenge, and every season has been preparing me for what’s next.

I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve as a therapist, advocate, educator, and changemaker. My heart is full knowing that the work I’m doing is helping individuals and families heal, grow, and thrive together.

I’m proud of how far I’ve come, grateful for everyone who supported me along the way, and excited for everything that is still unfolding.

What God has for me, it is for me.

Grateful. Purposed. Still becoming.

10/06/2026

Happy Teacher’s Day to the teachers who do so much more than teach.
You inspire curiosity, build confidence, offer encouragement, and create spaces where children feel seen, supported, and capable.
Behind every lesson is a teacher who can shape how a child sees themselves and their future.
Today, we celebrate your patience, your care, your dedication, and the lasting impact you make every day.
Thank you for helping our children grow, learn, and believe in themselves.

10/03/2026

10/03/2026

A few weeks filled with meaningful connections, learning, and community!

From the One Love Marriage Retreat in Greenville, SC, to the SCAPT Play Therapy Fall Conference in Clemson, SC, we’re grateful for the opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, share experiences, and continue learning together.

Every gathering is a reminder of the importance of building stronger relationships, supporting families, and nurturing the wellbeing of children.

Thank you to everyone who made these events so special. We look forward to more opportunities to connect and grow together.

Stay connected with Queen/Sankofa for more updates!

09/30/2026

Parenting was never meant to happen alone. 💜

Introducing Sankofa Virtual Village, a free, twice monthly virtual workshop series created to support parents, caregivers, and families with practical, trauma informed tools and real conversations that matter.

Join us this October for two powerful conversations:

October 3 | Parenting on Empty
When you’re trying to parent without enough left to give. Explore stress, burnout, emotional depletion, and realistic ways to care for yourself while caring for your family.

October 17 | Behind the Behavior
What is your child really communicating? Learn how to look beyond challenging behavior and respond with connection, boundaries, and support.

Each 45 minute virtual workshop is FREE with registration and designed to give you practical tools you can use right away.

No judgment. No perfection. Just support, connection, and a village that understands.

Register now and join the Sankofa Virtual Village.

09/27/2026

A little support can make a big difference in how we show up as parents. 💛

You don't have to have all the answers or navigate parenting challenges alone. Sometimes, having a safe space to talk, reflect, and learn new ways to connect with your child is exactly what you need.

Your growth as a parent matters, too.

Sample client experience for illustrative purposes.

09/24/2026

Sometimes the child who seems to “act out” the most with you is the child who feels safest with you.

Big emotions, frustration, and challenging behavior can be a child’s way of communicating what they don’t yet know how to say.

You’re not failing. They may be asking for connection.

If you’re struggling to understand your child’s behavior, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Reach out to Sankofa Family Counseling & Wellness.