Her goal is to create a safe and collaborative space that allows the client to freely express themselves without judgment. Amber has experienced and overcome many hardships in her own life, including divorce. She feels that her purpose is to help others find their own unique path and flow. Amber enjoys guiding clients towards discovery of their inner strength through providing insight, awareness, and support.
Amber’s hope is that you leave the counseling session feeling lighter than you did when you first walked in. Releasing your thoughts and negative energy allows your body and mind to begin to heal. Change does not happen overnight, but if you invest in the journey instead of the end result, you will begin positive transformations little by little.
Amber earned her undergraduate degree in Elementary Education in 2006 and earned her Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in December 2023 from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. She was approved for her Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC) credential January 2024, and has begun the post-graduate school licensure process with the Louisiana Licensed Professional Counselor’s Board of Examiners. In addition, Amber is also in the process of becoming a certified Ecotherapist from the Earthbody Institute of California.
Outside of work, Amber enjoys connecting with nature! You will find her hiking, kayaking, doing yoga, cooking, fishing, traveling, camping and reading! She loves spending time with her family and coming home to her three big dogs! Amber is a Cajun girl from Louisiana and her heritage is important to her. She is always ready to cook a warm meal for others!
Amber is allied with the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities and culturally diverse populations. She makes a vigorous effort to continue building upon her knowledge of equity, inclusion, and diversity. She works with clients of diverse cultural, religious and spiritual backgrounds, incorporating the client’s unique values and practices upon request.
Amber primarily works with adolescents (13 years of age and up), adults, and couples within a holistic framework in the areas of anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, divorce, inner child healing, self-empowerment, trauma, and spirituality. Amber is enthusiastic about guiding her clients toward self-love and discovering their inner strength. She uses ecotherapy techniques to influence a connection between the client and the outdoors. Amber also helps the client to pursue the power of the present moment through meditation and looking inward. Her goal is to create a safe space that allows the client to find inner peace and clarity. Amber also has play therapy training and will often use unique interventions and sand tray techniques to help the client find new ways to understand and express themselves. She even finds this helpful with adults! Amber’s therapeutic approaches usually center around existentialism, person-centered, strength-based, and Jungian modalities.
Introductory and advanced clinical ecotherapy training retreats; mindfulness in nature walks and retreats; nature writing
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Ecotherapy, Dharma and Nature Based Walks and Immersion Experiences, Mindful Eating Training, Mindful Eating Coaching, Well Nourished Life Coaching, Mindful Eating Professional Certification Programs, Well Nourished Coach Certification Training
On the surface, the natural world gives humans breath, bacteria that acts as an anti-depressant, and chemicals that decrease systematic inflammation. Digging a little deeper, the natural world provides opportunities for reflection, insight, and intuitive answers. As a practioner of Ecotherapy, I try to facilitate opportunities for my clients to receive these gifts. My current offerings include therapeutic gardening, connection walks, and talk-and-walk therapy.
As a spiritual companion, I seek to accompany others on their unique spiritual journeys through the art and practice of deep listening and compassionate presence. I offer both one-on-one and small group companioning within my home and virtually, with the option of meeting outdoors as well.