Peace in the Home. Peace in the Community. Peace in the World.

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Welcome!

We are a small non-profit agency whose mission statement is to create peace in the home, peace in the community, and peace in the world through our mental health services. We believe that the only way to move forward in life is to heal the wounds of the past. This is true in our own lives, within our families, in our community, and in the world. Life Counseling is committed to help people heal, embrace and face their lives with confidence, and live more peaceful lives.

Counseling Services
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Peace in the Home

From healing past traumas, to working through anxiety, depression, or relationships in the home, we are committed to helping you be more at peace with yourself and with others around you. We fully recognize that if we want a more peaceful world, it starts in the home on a small scale. If you have been haunted by bad memories, hurt by loved ones or have been desperate to be at peace with yourself, you are at the right place. Let us help you heal the wounds to that you can experience all that life has to offer you.

Counseling Services
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Peace in the Community

We also specialize in helping people solve problems between one another. Whether it is a neighborhood disagreement, a bar conversation that got too heated and ended in blows, or a family that is fighting, we are here to help. We have groups that you can join including anger management and violence intervention programs. Call today to start your journey to end the conflict in your life.

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Peace in the World

Our counselors have traveled to Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of Congo to teach lay leaders and counselors about the importance of mental health in healing the wounds of the past. We have also developed a longer-term partnership with THARS (Trauma Healing and Reconciliation Services) in Burundi. Their founder, Dr. David Niyonzima, provided a series trainings for Oregon-based counselors on collective trauma and collective healing in October 2024. We are excited to see where this partnership will take us!

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Available Group Support Series

  • 4-Week Parent Support Series for Families with Teens

    Life Counseling is offering a free 4-week parent support series in Spanish and English, led by Licensed Professional Counselors Sandra Lucas and Rony Lucas. Parents and guardians will gain practical tools to strengthen communication, support mental wellness, and confidently navigate the teen years.

    Free dinner provided. Attend one session or all four.

    Location: At McMinnville High School Library

    Topics and Dates:
    February 25 | 7:00–8:15 PM -     Improving Communication with Your Teen

    March 4 | 7:00–8:15 PM - Managing Stress

    March 11 | 7:00–8:15 PM - Supporting Teens with Anxiety

    March 18 | 7:00–8:15 PM - Understanding Teen Depression

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  • Serie de Apoyo para Padres de 4 Semanas para Familias con Adolescentes

    Life Counseling frece una serie gratuita de 4 semanas de apoyo para padres, en español e inglés, dirigida por los consejeros licenciados Sandra Lucas y Rony Lucas. Los padres y tutores obtendrán herramientas prácticas para mejorar la comunicación, apoyar la salud mental y guiar a sus adolescentes con confianza.

    Cena gratuita incluida. Puede asistir a una sesión o a las cuatro.

    Lugar: Biblioteca de McMinnville High School

    Temas y fechas:

    25 de febrero | 7:00–8:15 PM – Mejorando la comunicación con su adolescente

    4 de marzo | 7:00–8:15 PM – Manejo del estrés

    11 de marzo | 7:00–8:15 PM – Apoyo a adolescentes con ansiedad

    18 de marzo | 7:00–8:15 PM – Comprendiendo la depresión en adolescentes

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  • The Life Lab - MHS Student Support Group

    Every Thursday @ 11:15 AM -12:15 PM

    At the McMinnville High School Support Center

    A safe and supportive weekly group on helping students build skills to navigate friendships, stress, anxiety, and life changes.

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THARS

Life with THARS

In January of 2020, Sandra visited her long-time professional colleague Dr. David Niyonzima, who is the Founder of the NGO, Trauma Healing and Reconciliation Services (THARS). In 2020, Sandra taught a conference to 20 of their counselors on how to heal violence and promote healthy relationships as well as a section on how to raise children without using violence. Those 20 counselors are now working throughout Burundi healing relationships and promoting peaceful practices.

After the last conference in 2020, Sandra was invited again in January of 2024 by Dr. Niyonzima and his staff to teach more about Positive Parenting.

Click below to learn more about the 2024 Conference!

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