You’ve experienced traumas
my goal is to walk alongside you,
to create space for compassion,
and to explore and process them.
Rarely, if ever, are any of us healed in isolation.
Healing is an act of
communion.
communion.
communion.
BELL HOOKS
Hello there
I am Stevie Ekkelkamp // Counselor
By you being here right now, you are deciding for yourself. You are choosing that you are ready to change. How wonderful!
My goal is to accompany you on that journey, to create a safe space for you, to give you the intrinsic value you deserve, which is
to be seen,
to be heard,
to be understood.
My role is to give you support, guidance, and tools to empower life-affirming choices that help your emotional wellness.
THERAPY PHILOSOPHY
THERAPY PHILOSOPHY
As a holistic therapist, my therapy philosophy is rooted in the belief that our experiences, whether chosen or not, shape and define us. Some of these experiences are traumatic, especially when we are vulnerable or silenced. By exploring our stories and the narratives we tell ourselves, we gain the power to choose our responses, reclaiming our sense of control and empowerment.
Areas of Speciality
ADHD
// Understanding neuro-diversity can be challenging. As someone with ADHD, I've experienced the difficulties of growing up feeling isolated within the only community I knew. The disconnect between family, authority figures, and education can leave you feeling fractured. I believe these are traumas we've faced, and recognizing them as such is crucial for finding self-compassion and fostering personal growth. ADHD means excelling in certain areas while encountering challenges in others. My goal is to help you recognize these strengths, building your identity and self-confidence.
Spirituality/Church Trauma
// As someone who has been deeply immersed in religion from an academic and practical perspective, I'm dedicated to helping individuals and groups grapple with spiritual challenges and church-related trauma. Religious environments can bring about diverse pressures and social norms that may lead to challenging situations and mixed emotions. I'm here to support you in processing these experiences, whether they're from your past or ongoing. I also provide trauma-informed therapy for organizations in the form of group therapy, mediation, and guest speaking.
Trauma and PTSD
// The challenges faced in these situations are profound. How does one persevere when their voice remains unheard, or when the experience becomes nearly insurmountable? The emotional journey through PTSD and its triggers is daunting, ethically complex, and often deeply isolating. My approach centers on supporting individuals as they navigate this trauma, utilizing diverse therapeutic modalities and emphasizing empathy at every step of the process.
Anxiety and Depression
// Understanding neuro-diversity can be challenging. As someone with ADHD, I've experienced the difficulties of growing up feeling isolated within the only community I knew. The disconnect between family, authority figures, and education can leave you feeling fractured. I believe these are traumas we've faced, and recognizing them as such is crucial for finding self-compassion and fostering personal growth. ADHD means excelling in certain areas while encountering challenges in others. My goal is to help you recognize these strengths, building your identity and self-confidence.
Let’s get in touch
Interested in working together? Feel free to reach out, I give a free 15 minute complimentary phone consultation to see if we are a good fit. I would love to hear from you.