Reflect. Restore. Rise.

Life moves fast. We help you slow down and heal.

In a world filled with pressure and constant motion, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, stretched thin, or disconnected from your true self. At Rising Hope, we believe no one should have to navigate life’s challenges alone. Whether you’re facing emotional pain, relational strain, or simply feeling like you’ve lost your footing, we’re here to walk with you — offering grace, guidance, and space to grow.

Through faith-informed care and compassionate support, we help you take each step with purpose, as you rise toward renewal.

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Elevate your well-being with Rising Hope Counseling Services

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Rooted in faith and guided by compassion, Rising Hope offers years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families. With a heart for healing and a commitment to excellence, Rising Hope integrates evidence-based approaches with the wisdom of grace. Whether navigating anxiety, grief, life transitions, or relational challenges, each strategy is tailored to honor the uniqueness of every story—believing that through faith, renewal is always possible.

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Elisha Drake, LPC, EMDR trained

Founder & Therapist at Rising Hope PLLC

With years of experience in education as a teacher and counselor, as well as private practice, Elisha brings a wealth of insight into the emotional journeys of both adolescents and adults.

Now, as the founder of Rising Hope PLLC, she offers a place of grace, growth, and renewal. Her practice blends clinical expertise with a faith-informed approach, creating a space where healing can unfold in powerful and meaningful ways.

At the heart of Elisha’s work is a deep belief in the power of transformation. She walks alongside her clients with grace, empathy, and unwavering hope — helping each one rise into the life they were meant to live.

    • Licensed Professional Counselor

    • EMDR trained (trauma therapy)

    • Masters in Counseling, Tarleton State University 2015

    • Bachelor of Education, Tarleton State University 2003

    • Anxiety

    • Boundaries

    • Burnout

    • Co-dependency

    • Conflict

    • Depression

    • Grief

    • Identity

    • Learning Disabilities

    • Life Balance

    • Parenting

    • Perfectionism

    • Perimenopause/Menopause counseling

    • Self-worth

    • Stress

    • Trauma

Testimonials

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Elisha is a compassionate and fearless advocate who provides unwavering support to students and families, addressing mental health. Her impact goes beyond her professional role, as she also offers deep personal support to those around her with kindness and strength. Families and colleagues alike are deeply grateful for the heart, grit, and care she brings to every situation.

Datra Lonon, Leonard Middle School Assistant Principal

Elisha has been more than a counselor to my family. She has helped us understand our part to play in working through problems, given us tools to walk in freedom, and provided a safe place for our teenagers. She is honest, thoughtful, and considerate in every way and we are grateful to her.

Erika Anderson

Elisha has incredible knowledge and wisdom in counseling adults to children. She is a woman who believes in speaking truth in love.

Kim Hoffman

Rates

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  • $250

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Reach out to schedule an appointment and discover how our counseling services can support your journey forward.