5 Ways to Revitalize Your Relationship Routine

By William Goodwin, MA, LAPC

With the beginning of a new year well underway and the somewhat cliché mantra of “New year, new you!” still ringing in the air, many of us are starting to look around and wonder what has really changed. The problem with this phrase is that it often implies that there must be a complete and total change whether in our habits, work, or even in our relationships.

But the truth is: you may not need a complete relationship renovation. Instead, perhaps a simple “refreshing” in some areas that have grown stagnant or mundane might be the appropriate course to take. Just like the warmth and satisfaction that can come from simply rearranging or reorganizing a space, your relationship can be revitalized as well...

Are you concerned about your loved one’s alcohol or drug use?

Join our Family Support group for parents and partners of someone struggling with an unhealthy relationship with alcohol or drugs. Learn what helps and how to empower yourself and your loved one toward healthier behaviors. 

The Will To Live Foundation's Where There's A Will There's A Way 5K

Saturday, February 4th

9:00 AM

River Trail Middle School - Shakerag Park

10945 Rogers Cir, Johns Creek

The Where There's A Will There's A Way 5K is a Fun Run For Hope. It was created, owned, and implemented by teenagers 13 years ago as part of the birth of The Will To Live Foundation, a non-profit organization created by kids to increase the Will To Live of teenagers and young adults everywhere.

Join us on this fun run for a great cause!

The 8th Annual Summit Gala: A Hope Full Experience

Saturday, March 25th

6:00 PM

The Hotel At Avalon

You're invited to sponsor or attend our 8th annual Summit Gala! Event attendance and support opportunities for the March 25th event start at $1,000, and a portion of each donation is tax-deductible. Additional support opportunities include in-kind donations to our silent auction, such as stays at hotels or vacation homes, sports or concert tickets, themed baskets, bottles of wine, and beyond. 

To gain further info on the various support levels, the 2023 keynote speaker, and other information, click the link below. Contact Rachel Newcomer, Director of Development, for commitments or questions at rnewcomer@summitcounseling.org or (770) 605-4504. We look forward to you joining us for this evening to remember!

Troy Law, M.A.



Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Troy works primarily with teenagers, adults, couples, and families. Some of his areas of concentration and competence include working with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger management, suicide ideation, men’s issues, family conflict, family separation and divorce, grief and loss, interpersonal relationships, spiritual issues, and coping with ADHD.

Troy desires to supply individuals, couples and families with the needed tools and support to help facilitate peace and structure within themselves and the family, to provide for healthy and successful growth and development, and long-lasting relationships. He believes is that this approach helps clients better engage in therapy while having their values, identity, and strengths validated.

Kate enjoys working with children ages 5 to 18 using play and art therapy. She works from a Systemic and Cognitive-Behavioral approach, keeping in mind children exist within a family, therefore the family must be part of the child’s therapeutic process. Kate works with children on the idea of how thoughts and feelings effect behaviors, and the control children can have on those behaviors. Kate focuses on appropriate levels of accountability and responsibility and the choices we can make when we acknowledge our roles. 

Take A Free Mental Health Screening!

Behavioral health – which includes mental health, substance use, and more – is a key part of your overall well-being. Brief screenings are the quickest way to determine if you or someone you care about should connect with a behavioral health professional.

Think of these as a checkup from your neck up! This program is completely anonymous and confidential, and immediately following the brief questionnaire you will see your results, recommendations, and key resources.