LifeStream Counseling Inc

08/31/2026

August ends today. And for a lot of families, the hard part is just beginning. 🍂

The backpacks are packed.
The schedules are full.
The first-day pictures have been posted.

But underneath all of that, some families are already feeling it.

A child who suddenly doesn’t want to go to school.
More tears, irritability or arguing at home.
A teenager who seems quieter than usual.
Parents wondering why everyone is exhausted—and it’s only August.

Here’s what I want families to know:

Transitions require more from a child’s nervous system than we sometimes realize.

New teachers. New expectations. Earlier mornings. Social pressures. Homework. Sports. Activities. Less downtime.

Sometimes what looks like defiance, attitude, or “bad behavior” is actually a child saying:

“I’m overwhelmed, and I don’t know how to tell you.”

As we close August and step into September, perhaps the goal doesn’t have to be getting everything right.

Maybe it’s creating a home where children know:

🤍 I belong here.
🤍 My feelings can be talked about.
🤍 Mistakes don’t change how loved I am.
🤍 The adults in my life can help me find calm again.

At LifeStream Counseling, we help children, teens and families when something deeper may be happening.

And through Hope + Home, I help parents understand behavior, strengthen connection, and create greater calm and security at home.

Different kinds of support. One shared goal: helping children and families thrive.

Here’s to closing August with a little more grace—and entering September with a little more hope.

Lisa Duhamell, MA, LMHC
LifeStream Counseling Inc. | Hope + Home Coaching & Consulting

08/29/2026

Looking for a therapist who would love working in a faith-based practice!

LifeStream Counseling in Noblesville is growing, and I’m looking for a child/play therapist who is passionate about working with kids and families and is looking for a practice where Christian faith and strong clinical care work together.

RPT/RPT-track is a plus, but I’m also open to the right clinician who wants to grow in play therapy. LMHCA/LMHC or LMFTA/LMFT.

If this sounds like you—or you know a therapist who might be a great fit—I’d love to connect!
[email protected]

08/20/2026

Coming October 5

HOPE IN ONE HOME

A Private Faith-Centered Parenting Collective

Created for mothers who carry the primary responsibility of raising their children.

When much of the parenting rests with you, the challenges can go far beyond schedules, routines and discipline. You may also be navigating a complicated relationship with your child’s other parent, carrying decisions largely on your own, or trying to protect the peace of your home while honoring your faith.

Hope in One Home is a thoughtful, professionally guided space to talk about all of it.

Together, we’ll explore:

• The C.A.L.M. Method for responding rather than reacting
• Creating emotional security, consistency and connection at home
• Navigating difficult co-parenting relationships with wisdom and grace
• Setting healthy boundaries without living in anger or resentment
• Keeping children out of adult conflict and loyalty struggles
• Understanding forgiveness—what it is, what it isn’t, and what it does and does not require
• Pursuing peace without becoming passive
• Extending grace while maintaining discernment and appropriate boundaries
• Letting go of what you cannot control in another parent or household
• Working through disappointment, grief and the family story you didn’t necessarily expect
• Building meaningful traditions and a strong family identity
• Raising children rooted in faith when much of that responsibility rests with you

This isn’t about defining your family by what’s missing.

It’s about intentionally building what you want to be present—faith, security, connection, healthy boundaries, joy and hope.

Clinically informed. Grounded in Christian faith. Designed for real family life.

One steady home can change a childhood.

Hope in One Home
Presented by LifeStream Counseling + Hope + Home Coaching & Consulting

Intentionally small • Professionally guided • Faith-centered

Email me if interested: [email protected]

08/19/2026

BACK TO SCHOOL CAN BRING BIG FEELINGS. 🍎

Sometimes the signs are obvious and some are not. Here are some you may have seen:

• Tears or meltdowns after school
• “I don’t want to go tomorrow.”
• Worry about grades or making mistakes
• Friendship struggles
• Irritability once they get home
• Trouble adjusting to a new classroom or routine
• A child who seems fine at school—but falls apart at home

LifeStream Counseling is currently accepting a limited number of new child & teen clients, with after-school appointment availability.

We provide experienced, individualized counseling for children, teens, and families in a warm, private setting in Noblesville.

Areas of support include:
Anxiety • OCD • Trauma • Emotional Regulation • Self-Esteem • School Stress • Family Transitions • Parent Support

You don’t have to wait until your child is in crisis to give them a place to talk, build skills, and feel more confident.

After-school openings are limited for the fall.

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A calmer school year can start with the right support.

Discover compassionate, faith-based counseling services for children and families at LifeStream Counseling in Noblesville, Indiana. Support your journey to growth and healing.

08/15/2026

We are praying with all residents of Noblesville right now and surrounding areas in Indiana due to flooding. Please heed to warnings and stay safe.

08/06/2026

Accepting new clients

07/24/2026

The end of summer can bring more than excitement…

It can also bring grief.

For many children, August isn’t just “back to school.” It’s saying goodbye to slower mornings, family time, vacations, and the predictability of home…… ANd World Cup.

And for parents?

You’re juggling school supplies, schedules, sports, homework, work demands, and the quiet hope that this school year will be different.

Here’s what neuroscience reminds us:

🧠 Every transition—even a positive one—is a stressor for the brain.

That means you may see:
• More meltdowns
• Increased anxiety
• Irritability
• Withdrawal
• Trouble sleeping
• Bigger emotions over seemingly small things

It doesn’t mean something is wrong.

It means your child’s nervous system is adjusting.

This week, before asking,
“Are you ready for school?”

Try asking,
“What feels exciting?”
“What feels a little hard?”
“How can I help you feel safe this week?”

Children don’t need perfect parents during transitions.

They mostly need regulated parents.

As summer comes to a close, remember: connection calms the brain before correction ever can.

Here’s to a school year filled with growth, resilience, and moments of hope—one calm connection at a time’!

— Lisa Duhamell, MA, LMHC
Hope + Home | Coaching & Consulting
LifeStream Counseling Inc.

06/23/2026

We’re reminded today that home isn’t just a place—it’s what we build in the middle of uncertainty.

Even when things feel unsettled, we can still choose peace in our words, patience in our responses, and grace in how we show up for others.

Hope doesn’t ask for perfect conditions. It asks for steady hearts.

And home begins there.

05/13/2026

The other day, my son casually informed me that this summer he plans on doing both club swim and soccer. 😅

And in that moment, I realized how quickly summer was already starting to fill up.

Practices. Schedules. Carpools. Late dinners. Trying to balance fun, growth, family time, and rest.

As parents, sometimes the pace picks up before we emotionally catch up to it.

And while sports and activities can be wonderful for kids — building confidence, friendships, discipline, and resilience — it can also quietly create stress for the entire family when life starts moving too fast.

What I’ve noticed as both a parent and someone who works with families is this:

Kids don’t just need opportunities.
They also need margin.

So do parents.

As summer begins, I’m reminding myself:
🤍 Not every moment has to be optimized
🤍 Rest is productive too
🤍 Connection matters more than a packed calendar
🤍 Home should still feel peaceful in the middle of busy seasons

Sometimes the healthiest thing we can do is pause long enough to ask:
“Is our family still breathing well in this season?”

Summer doesn’t need to be perfect to be meaningful.

— Hope + Home Co.

05/01/2026

LMFT + Registered Play Therapist (RPT) – In-Person (W2)
LifeStream Counseling | Noblesville, Indiana

Please Read Before Applying
This is an in-person, private-pay role working primarily with children and families. We are looking for a clinician who is ready to invest in building a meaningful caseload and doing high-quality, relational work over time.

This is not a fit for those seeking remote-only work, minimal schedules, or a high-volume, insurance-based setting.

About LifeStream Counseling
LifeStream Counseling is a boutique practice focused on depth, not volume. We work with children, adolescents (ages 3–18), and families seeking lasting change through intentional, relationship-centered care.

The Role
We are hiring a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT or LMFT-A) who is also a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) (or actively pursuing).

This is a fully in-person position with an emphasis on:
- Play therapy
- Family systems work
- Long-term, relational care

Non-Negotiables
- You are committed to in-person clinical work
- You are willing and able to build toward a full caseload in a private-pay model
- You have a strong work ethic—you follow through, show up consistently, and take ownership of your work
- You value family involvement, not just individual child sessions
- You are aligned with a practice that prioritizes clinical depth over high volume

Strong Fit If You
- Are an LMFT (or LMFT-A) with solid family systems training
- View play therapy as central to your work with children
- Are self-motivated and proactive, not dependent on constant direction
- Want to grow within a boutique, high-quality practice
- Are committed to ongoing learning and clinical excellence

Faith Integration
LifeStream Counseling is rooted in Christian values. You do not need to provide overtly faith-based counseling, but you should be comfortable working in a setting where faith may be integrated thoughtfully and appropriately, based on client preference.

What We Provide
- W2 employment
- Consistent referral flow with support in building a full caseload
- A thoughtfully designed, calm environment for working with children and families
- A practice culture that values excellence, presence, and professionalism

Who This Is Not For
- Clinicians seeking remote or hybrid-only roles
- Those looking for a low-commitment or part-time-only caseload
- Clinicians who prefer minimal parent involvement
- Those who are not aligned with private-pay work

To Apply
Submit your resume and a brief statement outlining:
1. Your experience with play therapy
2. Your approach to family work
3. Why this type of practice is a fit for you
[email protected]

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