OUR APPROACH

Therapy, whether individually or as a couple, is ultimately a moment to say yes to a greater understanding of you. It is a place to come back to the truth of you who are, who you were, before all the “stuff” got in the way. 

Rarely do we take the time to really focus on ourselves in this busy world we live in. Rarely do we slow down enough to feel what we are feeling or fully embrace the moment we are in.

When we are moving so fast, it can be difficult to see what is causing our distress and we start blaming it on our external circumstances, such as our jobs, relationships, family circumstances, etc. We can find a million reasons outside of ourselves that are in our way of getting what we want or living the life we have imagined.

Walking through our door means you are ready to look within yourself for the answers.

Not to blame yourself, but to slow down and thank yourself for taking care of you in whatever way is needed, and then moving forward. 

We work from a truly integrative model of care. What does that mean? It means that sometimes there are physical components adding to symptoms of stress, anxiety, or depression, such as vitamin deficiencies. It means that sometimes there are spiritual or energetic components that are making us sick- emotionally or physically ill. It means that treating YOU, means treating the entirety of you, and that doesn’t mean JUST talk therapy. It means that your inner child may need support. It means that your lifestyle may be adding to your distress. It means that we are going to leave no stone unturned until you are in a place of thriving, not just surviving. 

We use nature metaphors a lot. With backgrounds of growing up in the woods, experience as wilderness guides, and training as wilderness therapists, it comes naturally. Our logo speaks to the depth of our relationship to nature as well- when we are rooted, we can expand. And, just as the seasons change, we change. We have daily, weekly, monthly, and seasonal changes in our lives. Our fast-tracked lives often disconnect us from the more subtle and powerful messages we receive, which often inform us what we need to be the healthiest versions of ourselves we can be. Expanding Roots will support you in unraveling the mysteries of you- your unique identity, blueprint, and what you need to root down, and expand up. It’s time.

Congratulations on taking this huge first step

When we get to this point of reaching out for help, it can be daunting and can also elicit shame. Shame is an experience that we can work with too- just like all the rest of your bodies wise messages. It is brilliant what you are doing. You are being honest with yourself about something needing to change, and you are trying to find out how to do that. 

Therapy is ultimately a place to uncover the patterns that are no longer serving you so you can step into a more wise and authentic version of yourself. The uncomfortable symptoms you are experiencing, whether it has to do with anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, low self esteem, failed relationships, or any other number of things, are signs that something wants to change. We can uncover the true source, instead of covering it up with a Band-Aid. Together we will add lightness and love where there has been shadow and pain.

We use many techniques during our work to create an individualized support plan that will meet your specific needs. This isn’t cookie cutter therapy. We use compassionate, yet directive approaches that will really help you reach outside of your comfort zone and push your edges. Outside of your comfort zone is where the magic happens, and we will offer you a safe and nonjudgmental place to explore your highest highs and lowest lows, and everything in between.

You will leave therapy with a greater sense of peace, control over your life, and the resources to take care of yourself outside of the office. You will build your capacity for love and you will know your dark places intimately, so they are no longer scary and have control over you. Welcome!

“The primary responsibility for happiness or lack of it remains with the self.” 

- Roberta Gilbert

create your own eco journey today
 

What is an “Eco Journey?” Let’s start with the definition of ecology. e·col·o·gy: The interrelationship, totality, or pattern of relations between people and their environments. 

We interact with our environment every day. Our ecological relationships include our relationship to where we live, where we work, whom we spend our time with, our relationship with ourselves, and our relationship with the earth. All of these ecological relationships deserve our attention and care. Which ecological relationships do you focus on? Are there ones that you have never considered? 

Our ecological identities are vast, yet most of us do not take the time to see these interrelationships or attend to them accordingly. 

In order to gain balance in our lives, we need to look at all facets of our ecological identities and bring harmony to those relationships.

Your Eco Journey is unlimited and can include more traditional forms of psychotherapy, wilderness therapy, dream work, creative arts, and Reiki energy work, all of which we are passionate about sharing with you. We’ll create your Eco Journey together, to address exactly what will serve you most in reaching your goals. 

We also implement various nature-based interventions into our therapeutic relationship throughout our work together as is appropriate and desired. 

Current Groups

Live Your Magic! A nature-based group for women. This powerful women’s therapy group meets outside when the weather permits and meets in the office during the cooler months. This group nurtures the soul in so many ways... It will help you find your voice, gain confidence, build community, and reduce stress, all while in communion with women in the natural world. Some things women have said about this group: "I have found safety with women here." "I always leave feeling so hopeful." "I feel at peace with myself now." "I feel so supported and seen." Are you ready? It's time to get the support you have been waiting for! Meets monthly.

Mastermind Consultation Group! This group meets twice a year in person as well as one time per year remotely. This is a 5 month group to help new private practice owners grow their businesses. Are you interested in joining a consultation group to help you grow a successful, abundant, and heart-centered practice?  This group will support you in getting exactly where you want to get with your business. This group was born from the request of many people asking to pick my brain about how we did it, and we want to share! Whether you're just getting started or you're ready to enter the next phase of your practice, this collective will help bring you to the next level. Bring your questions, areas of struggle, and times of victory in your journey thus far and we will bring our tool kit! 

Clinical Supervision with Angela

Angela offers clinical supervision as well as consultation groups to support other practitioners in their journeys as therapists. Individual supervision is offered for LPC’s and/or LPC candidates.

The Mastermind Consultation Group is for new practitioners wanting to start a private practice or those still in the beginning stages of private practice. This group will support you to grow your business to the next level and grow your network at the same time!