More than just therapy
It might be tempting to assume that therapists have it all figured out, but if you knew my story, you'd see that's not true. Just like many other helping professionals, my journey began with personal challenges in the realm of mental health. As I worked with numerous individuals, I recognized a universal longing for connection and understanding. This realization inspired the creation of Hold My Hope—a way to nurture the belief in a brighter future, even during times when envisioning it feels daunting.
It all started with a box..
When I was 15 years old, I started the hope box. It was (and still is) a small wooden box I would use to store my deepest desires. When I was in the midst of despair or in the trenches of my depression, I would write down on a brightly colored sticky note what I was longing for. I would fold it up, put it in the box, and trust that it would come to pass at some point down the road.
Most of it came to fruition. A lot of it didn't. But when I looked back at what I had really wanted, it made more sense as to why it didn't work out a certain way. What's ahead, has always been in my case, better than what's been left behind.
I started doing this exercise with my clients when I first became a therapist. I'd have them write down what they want out of therapy (more so- what they wanted for themselves, their lives, their healing). Even if they couldn't see anything beyond their current situation, I would ask them to be curious for a moment about what's in store and write about that.
My offer was simple: I'll hold this for you. I'll believe in this for you until you feel capable of believing in it for yourself.
What Hold My Hope represents
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Hope
We believe in the profound significance of hope in our lives. Our philosophy and vision revolve around the understanding that hope is a precious and transformative force that we carry with us throughout our journey, leading us to greater heights than we had imagined for ourselves. It is our purpose to hold that hope for others when they find themselves in a place of despair or uncertainty.
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Belief
Throughout our lifetime, we encounter moments when hope may wane. In these times, our team can serve as a guiding presence, holding that hope on behalf of our clients until they are ready to reclaim it themselves. We firmly believe in the power of believing in someone before they believe in themselves, and we strive to be the beacon of light that encourages the spark of hope that still resides within YOU.
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Strength
As individuals regain their strength and resilience, they are able to carry their hope once again. But the journey doesn't end there. We have the capacity to hold not only our own hope but also the hope of others when they find themselves in need. It is a cyclical process of support, compassion, and encouragement, where we hold space for one another, nurturing the seeds of hope that reside within us all.
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Empowerment
We see the deep roots that connect us all, recognizing the inherent beauty and strength in each person. We embrace the belief that hope is a fundamental aspect of the human experience, and through our therapeutic work, we strive to inspire, empower, and facilitate the journey of reclaiming and sharing hope—ultimately fostering a world where hope flourishes, and all individuals can thrive.