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Holistic Counseling

Are you ready to let go of the past and live in the present with joy and happiness?

Together we will explore, discover and transform what is most important for you to experience your authentic potential. Whether you are feeling stuck, tired of dealing with challenging emotions and unhealthy habits or you want more happiness, confidence, presence and purpose, holistic counseling offers practical solutions. You will gain the tools you need to access infinite health and happiness.

Healing Approaches

Together we have over 20 certifications in holistic modalities. You may be supported with one or more of the following integrative healing approaches:

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Individual & Couples Counseling

Telephone and Video Sessions

Telephone,Zoom and Facetime sessions are available.

Holistic counseling focuses on engaging your mind, body and spirit so that you can:

Make peace with the past and live fully in the present.

Heal from traumas and learn to forgive

Transform unwanted habits and patterns of self-sabotage

Tap into the mind-body connection and create holistic health

Rewire patterns of stress, anxiety and depression

Increase your emotional intelligence

Learn practical tools to strengthen the habit of happiness

Allow your core values and strengths to guide your decisions

Deepen your spiritual connection

Learn strategies for leveraging your mindset to manifest your goals and dreams

Create loving, conscious and healthy relationships

Identify and align with your purpose

Ignite your natural ability to have FUN

Contact Us to learn more about Holistic Counseling

About the Authors

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Hilary Stokes Phd

Dr. Hilary Stokes is a licensed psychotherapist in private practice in San Diego, California. Dr. Hilary received her PhD in psychology with a specialty in transpersonal psychology from San Diego University for Integrative Studies, a master’s degree in social work from San Diego State University and a master’s degree in Sport Psychology from San Jose State University. She is a certified brainspotting therapist.

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    In addition to her private practice, she has experience working in integrative medical facilities such as the world-renowned healthcare facility Sanoviv Medical Institute, treatment centers for addictions and PTSD including Casa Palmera Treatment Center, psychiatric hospitals, schools and universities, correctional facilities, and business organizations.

    Dr. Hilary specializes in a mind-body approach to healing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, coping skills, self-esteem, addictions, eating disorders, relationship challenges, life transitions, purpose in life, and performance anxiety.

    She has published several articles and co-authored two books, The Happy Map: Your roadmap to the habit of happiness and Manifesting Mindset: The 6-step formula for attracting your goals and dreams. She is currently furthering her knowledge and expertise in attachment focused EMDR and somatic therapy. In addition to a love of learning about neuroscience and mind body healing, Hilary can be found meditating, hiking, surfing, scuba diving, and spending time with her pets, family, and friends.

    Companies and organizations we have worked with:

    Presentations, Doris Howell Foundation, Institute of Functional Medicine, La Jolla Institute for Immunology, Nissan, Compass Real Estate Sharp Health Institute, Mattel, Usana Health Sciences, Youth and Family Assistance, MLK Family, Decorus, Odessy, Ariix, Casa Palmera Treatment Center, EVCI, Interboro, DEMA, GSDBA, LGBTQ Center San Diego

    Websites and social featuring our publications:

    • Mind Body Green
    • Psych Central
    • Cure Joy
    • SD voyager
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Kim Ward Phd

Dr. Kim Ward received her PhD in psychology with a specialty in transpersonal psychology from San Diego University for Integrative Studies. She also holds a master’s degree in transpersonal psychology from John F. Kennedy University in Orinda, California. Dr. Kim is a certified trauma-informed coach and life coach in private practice in San Diego, California. She is a certified brainspotting therapist.

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    In addition to her private practice, she has experience working in integrative medical facilities such as the world-renowned healthcare facility Sanoviv Medical Institute, treatment centers for addictions and PTSD including Casa Palmera Treatment Center, psychiatric hospitals, schools and universities, correctional facilities, and business organizations. Dr. Kim specializes in an integrative approach to dealing with trauma, anxiety, and depression, making peace with the past, transforming stress, healing relationships, living with purpose, and rewiring your brain for happiness.

    She has been featured in several articles and co-authored two books, The Happy Map: Your roadmap to the habit of happiness and Manifesting Mindset: The 6-step formula for attracting your goals and dreams. Given the powerful healing experiences she witnesses with Brainspotting, she is presently advancing and deepening her skills in both Brainspotting and somatic therapy. Outside of her love for helping people, Kim has a passion for exercise, all animals, spending time in nature, meditating, and connecting with her family and friends.

    Companies and organizations we have worked with:

    Presentations, Doris Howell Foundation, Institute of Functional Medicine, La Jolla Institute for Immunology, Nissan, Compass Real Estate Sharp Health Institute, Mattel, Usana Health Sciences, Youth and Family Assistance, MLK Family, Decorus, Odessy, Ariix, Casa Palmera Treatment Center, EVCI, Interboro, DEMA, GSDBA, LGBTQ Center San Diego

    Websites and social featuring our publications:

    • Mind Body Green
    • Psych Central
    • Cure Joy
    • SD voyager
read more
Contact us

Phone/Fax: (619) 819-6841

Email: contact@authenticityassociates.com

Our office is located in Carlsbad, CA 92009

We also do nationwide sessions via Zoom and FaceTime.

Please contact us for an appointment.

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