Hopeful Beginnings Counseling Services, led by Lyda Fincham, is dedicated to providing hope for a healthy future for individuals of all ages, including families, couples, teenagers, and children. Specializing in the treatment of various individual and relationship issues, Lyda focuses on areas such as depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, parent-child relationships, couple conflicts, attachment issues, abuse, and trauma. The inviting atmosphere at Hopeful Beginnings is designed to be relaxing and calming, featuring a private waiting room and a fully-equipped playroom to support play therapy. Recently updated, the facility strives to ensure the highest quality of services, reflecting Lyda's commitment to the well-being of her clients.

Julie McShane, LSCSW, is a compassionate therapist who provides care for clients across all age groups, including children, teens, and adults. She specializes in addressing childhood anxiety, depression, neglect, and the emotional challenges faced by children from divorced families or foster care. For adults, Julie utilizes a client-centered and solution-focused approach to tackle symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. Her advanced training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) allows her to effectively support both younger and older clients. Julie focuses on improving overall functioning through behavioral and holistic strategies before considering medicinal solutions. In her work with children, she integrates brain science, mindfulness, conscious discipline, and sensory integration techniques. Additionally, she equips parents with innovative ideas that have proven effective in challenging situations. With a commitment to mindfulness and EMDR, Julie helps clients mitigate symptoms of stress, anxiety, PTSD, and depression effectively, contributing to rapid progress in their wellbeing. Research supports the efficacy of mindfulness practices, showing they can outperform medications in treating PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Julie is dedicated to making therapy accessible, with evening and weekend appointments to accommodate the needs of her clients.