Hi, I’m Hope Venetta, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, and National Certified Counselor. Welcome to my blog – a compassionate and insightful space on the internet crafted with a passion for empowering individuals and families. Here, we delve into the world of mental health, family relationships, Black history and systemic racism’s profound impact, the healing power of Christ, and at times we get into the intriguing connections between mental health, popular culture and current events.
The Money Monster
There is no way I was born to just pay bills and die. Anybody else feel the grind of life trying to tell you that this is all there is? Money can bring up many emotions, both positive and negative. Unfortunately for me, the feelings money brings up...
You cannot escape your calling
God has been leading me through quite a lot of healing and restoration. The things I have uncovered help me understand who I am and why I do the things I do. I have been doing the Making Peace With Your Past program and uncovered why I am now unfulfilled by my...
Epiphanies and Basketball Goals
The law of attraction can put some Christians up in arms, but the idea that you can knowingly or unknowingly put a positive or negative idea or intention out into the universe (asking God) and you will attract that thing to you is compelling. In Luke 11 Christ...
God Answers Prayer
It started with concern for my husband. He'd come home and share with me unbelievable stories about what was happening in the school where he worked. He told me about children who acted out in every conceivable negative way. He told me about teachers...
Family of Origin v/s Family of Choice
I was flipping through the channels and found a gem of a movie that really brings home issues of belonging and identity. I wonder if you have seen it? Muppets From Space. Yes, Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and the crew. If you can look past the...
I don’t even have kids. Why do I care?
Back in 2013 My husband worked for a local middle school and told me many horror stories about what went on in the school on a regular basis. I was angry about what I was hearing and organized some prayer warriors from a local ministry who gathered at the school to...
Me? A Snooty Church Lady?
Have you ever been humbled by how God chose to show you your sin and bless you at the same time? One Sunday after church, my husband and I debated whether it fit into our budget to go out for lunch or cook at home. We were trying to save money and pay down some debt. ...
Epic Pinterest Fail
It pains me that even in areas of personal and professional development, I still experience epic instances of "the Pinterest fail." I have my dearest and best friend to thank for reminding me that in this "greatness is inside of you" kind of world we live in...
Desert Wanderings Part 1
In my last post, some conversation was generated about my comment concerning wandering in a spiritual desert. "For those of us who desire to follow God, but do it on our own terms, we are in for a lot of desert wandering, wondering where He is." While walking through...