“Treatment is not just fixing what is broken, it is nurturing what is best within ourselves.” (Seligman)
ABOUT ALCHEMY COUNSELING
Alchemy: "a seemingly magical process of transformation, creation, or combination."
I love metaphors to help describe the indescribable, and I think alchemy is a beautiful metaphor for the therapeutic process. Alchemists believed that materials such as iron could be transformed into gold. That there was a mystical, unexplainable quality within reach that held the power to alter something profoundly. I believe the same is true for people. I have been a licensed counselor and counselor educator for 13 years, and I have seen the powerful transformations that come from the process of bravely examining yourself and digging deep to encounter the truths within. I love bearing witness to this process as people connect with the best of themselves.
I believe in healing. I believe that people hold their own truths and sometimes just need a space to find them. I believe in the beautiful diversity of humanity, and the inherent dignity and worth of all people.
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Please feel free to explore my site to learn a little more about me and my approach. I currently offer limited sessions for in person (in Roanoke, VA) and online (Virginia and Florida). I also offer consultation in the areas of cultural empathy and allyship.
What to expect from counseling...
The most comfortably uncomfortable thing you may ever do
Going to counseling can be overwhelming and intimidating. You might feel all jumbled up and unsure of where to start. You might have no idea how to explain what you are feeling or experiencing, other than to say you need a change. And, it may feel awkward to sit across from a stranger and open up your heart. I get it. In our first visit I will take time to listen to your fears and concerns about the counseling process, as well as to explain what you can expect from our time together. I will always view you as the expert in your own life. It's so hard to get started, but I hope you'll take the leap!