Autumn Hoover

Therapy isn't a straight path. It's a trail through wild terrain, where we read our emotional compass, patch the backpack of self-worth, and maybe even dance in the rain.

I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, chronic illness, disability, questions of identity, major life transitions, and the many complexities that come with being human. This space is especially affirming of LGBTQIA+ folks and neurodivergent minds.

My background in Rehabilitation Counseling continues to inform my work with individuals navigating disability, chronic illness, life transitions, and the many ways people adapt to change throughout life.

I believe therapy should be a place where authenticity is welcome and there is no pressure to be anything other than yourself. I welcome quirky, quiet, questioning, overwhelmed, curious, and complex humans alike. Humor can be healing, and meaningful change often begins with curiosity, self-compassion, and the courage to show up as you are.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and consent-first. Sessions focus on facilitating change, improving communication, and navigating central ideas about ourselves, others, and the world.

I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Mind-Body Bridging, mindfulness-based approaches, and mindful somatic practices. Together, we'll explore experiences with curiosity and honesty, build on existing strengths, and create space for greater self-understanding, regulation, resilience, and meaningful change.

Sometimes that means talking things through. Sometimes it means slowing down enough to notice what your thoughts, emotions, and body may be trying to communicate. The work is guided by curiosity, collaboration, and respect for each person's pace and lived experience.

Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, and you don't need to have everything figured out before getting started.

Our first session is a chance to get to know one another, explore what brings you to therapy, and discuss what you're hoping for from the process. Together, we'll begin identifying strengths, challenges, and goals while creating a space that feels safe, collaborative, and tailored to your needs.

I welcome all kinds of personalities and situations. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, curious, questioning, or simply ready for something to change, we'll start where you are. I believe humor can be healing, and meaningful change often begins with curiosity, self-compassion, and the courage to show up as you are.