We spend a lot of time during this time of the year thinking about gifts and giving. A classic text read by most therapists in graduate school is The Gift of Therapy by Irwin Yalom.

In this book, Yalom describes the unique opportunities presented to those participating in therapy as “the gift of therapy.” He talks about the therapeutic relationship as a sacred space that creates the possibility of change for the client. This relationship becomes a gift creating a ripple effect and influencing not only the client but all of those they touch in life.

Fuller Life takes this ripple effect to heart in that we are not just another counseling agency. Your support of Fuller Life creates a ripple effect as we train therapists through our intensive postgraduate training program. Our graduates go out to heal those they touch throughout their professional lives. We are simultaneously meeting a real need in the community for affordable mental healthcare and family therapy.

So far in 2023, we have provided over 3000 hours of therapy to 464 individuals or families at rates specific to each person or family. We also graduated 6 top-notch students or master’s level therapists from our intensive training program.

To sustain our training program which provides therapy for those who may struggle to afford it, we rely on a generous community of givers who care that everyone has access to affordable mental health care. As we enter our 12th year of service, we are hoping to raise $25,000 to continue our work in 2024 and beyond.

We would greatly appreciate any gift you could offer to help us continue meeting our mission.