Chelsea: On Being an Empath, Mindfulness, and the Journey of Therapy
I am a therapist, empath, and intersectional feminist in Atlanta who specializes in working with young adults, the LGBTQIA2+ community, and empaths (otherwise known as the “feelers” of the world.) For some, therapy is helpful to simply to find relief from symptoms and for others it is deeply spiritual work.
Together we’ll use mindfulness practices and therapeutic tools to deepen your understanding of the past, cultivate a relationship with the “here and now,” and guide you toward a future you dream for yourself.
I identify as an empath, meaning I find ease in deeply connecting with myself, other humans, nature, and spirituality. I engage in self-care by creating mindful and intentional spaces for myself to slow down such as: meditation, cooking, writing poetry, and finding swimming holes with my dog Cashew. Part of my passion for becoming a therapist is that being a client led me to the healing journey that transformed my life. In fact, it was my therapist who suggested I explore becoming a therapist myself!
Some reflections I have found to be true on this journey for my clients and myself:
It is ultimately loving to give yourself permission to engage in honest exploration of yourself and your relationships.
The process is the path, the only way is through it, and your intuition is the guide.
In a culture that overemphasizes logic and productivity, spaces to slow down and feel are sacred.
Grounding in your present experience provides an opportunity for deeper connection with everything (including yourself).
Moving from judgement to curiosity is the quickest way to awaken wonder and self- realization.
Your emotions are often the messengers of the parts of you that deserve the most care.
You are the authority of your life—learning to embody that authority is the key to self- empowerment.
Interview your therapist before hiring them. They are a resource in service of YOUR journey.
I believe dedication to individual healing is a powerful facet of anti-racism work and healing our Earth.
I integrate an anti-oppression lens in my work and hold space for folks looking to begin or continue anti-racism work. Part of my current anti-racism work is learning about the Muscogee/Creek Nation; the forcibly displaced indigenous peoples whose land I now inhabit. A beautiful practice was their summer green corn harvest ceremony where each year they absolved every wrongdoing and crime within the nation.
Walking into my (virtual!) office you can know one thing: you will feel an overwhelming acceptance that all of you are welcome here.
May we witness and learn from each of our sufferings and hold dearly this process of ever-awakening to more love in this human experience.
