Soul Healing Counseling
I view the soul as your mind, will, and emotions—the essence of who you are. Trauma can leave wounds that shape your view of yourself and the world, leaving fractures in your soul. Healing to me is not about ‘fixing,’ but about meeting yourself with compassion, understanding the protective patterns that once kept you safe, and reconnecting with the authentic self beneath them. I believe that every person carries an innate capacity for healing, even when pain and shame feel overwhelming. I trust that our wounds, when met with love and grace, can become openings to deeper wisdom, resilience, and growth. I also believe that healing is not a linear path—it unfolds gently, at your own pace, when safety and compassion are present. My work is rooted in the belief that wholeness is possible. "Grace softens the pain, love holds the wound, and compassion leads the healing.”
The approaches I use are grounded in years of experience walking alongside survivors of trauma. Together, we’ll work with tools that go beyond surface-level coping and actually reach the root of what’s happening in your body and brain. Through Brainspotting, we can access and release the deep, unprocessed experiences that often drive anxiety and overwhelm. With trauma-informed DBT skills, you’ll learn practical ways to manage emotions, reduce shame, and build resilience. Using somatic approaches, we’ll gently reconnect with your body’s wisdom so that you feel more grounded and safe in your own skin. All of this work is held within a compassion-centered framework—because healing isn’t about fixing what’s ‘broken,’ it’s about meeting yourself with kindness and learning to trust your own inner strength. My goal is for you to leave therapy with tools you can carry with you anywhere—simple, effective practices that help calm your body, quiet your mind, and create space for peace.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Divorce Family Conflict Grief and Loss Identity Development Life Transitions Perfectionism Race Based Trauma Racial Identity Relationship Issues Religion or Spirituality Self-esteem Sexual Abuse Sexual Assault Sexual Health Social Anxiety Social Isolation Stress Stress from Academics Trauma & PTSDInsurance & Payment
In-Network Insurance Plans
NPI Number
1417778614Rates
| First session | $165 |
| Ongoing sessions | $165 |
Locations
Treatment Approaches
Brainspotting Compassion Focused Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Emotionally Focused Therapy Humanistic Internal Family Systems (IFS) Mind-Body Mindfulness Narrative Somatic Trauma FocusedModalities
Family Groups IndividualsAge Groups
Adolescents (13-17) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64) Seniors (65+)Communities
People of ColorMeeting Options
Qualifications
- Supervisor(s): Dionne Patterson-Smith
- Supervisor License(s): GA-LPC0008012
More About Me
- Languages Spoken: English
- Race(s): Black or African American
- Gender(s): Cisgender, Woman
- Sexual Orientation(s): Straight
- Religion(s): Christian