“In the end, it is the reality of personal relationships that saves everything.” – Thomas Merton
Welcome!
We are not born hating our bodies. Body shame, disordered eating, chronic dieting, bingeing and restricting are expressions of a desire to belong, to be seen, to be loved and to feel worthy in a culture and/or a family that devalues you. Instead of fixing the problem, trying to “control yourself” actually makes it worse! Over time, an unrelenting obsession with food and/or your body can rob you of a life, impacting your ability to be in relationship with yourself and with other people. This is painful, exhausting, confusing, and lonely.
I can help you break the cycle, and build a creative, connected, and embodied life.
Working with me is relational, creative, intuitive, deep, and sometimes even fun! Brain science shows that we need to heal in relationship with other people. None of us can do it alone, and none of us can think our way into change. If you could, you would have done that already! I use the power of connection, community, the body, and your own intuitive wisdom to unlock the patterns that keep you stuck.
l would like to offer you hope for freedom in the body, liberation of the mind, and authentic connection with yourself and other people. When we know ourselves, and love ourselves well, we can offer that love to others in healthy ways. Let’s ditch that inner critic that says you aren’t enough, and move towards radical self-love. Reach out today!
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I look forward to connecting with you!
Rachel Smith, MA, LPC, NCC, CAS
