I am passionate about helping people heal and grow from their past and live an authentic life. I help adults navigate life transitions (e.g. college, perimenopause & menopause) and childhood trauma. My work includes helping people navigate relationships with emotionally unavailable/immature parents and adults. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with a background in higher education and career counseling.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, we will explore what brings you to therapy now, and see if we're a good fit to work together. Since I believe in addressing mind and body, we will also discuss your current health status (e.g. sleep, diet, chronic issues, medications). I strive to make the first session feel more like a relaxed conversation than an intake interview.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
People feel at ease talking with me, comfortable enough to disclose things they haven’t shared before. I am skilled at creating a supportive space where clients feel understood and affirmed. I believe in honest and compassionate communication—telling the truth with kindness—especially when addressing difficult subjects.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
Many of my clients desire to feel less anxious and overwhelmed, more self-accepting, more energized and empowered to achieve their goals. Many are the first in their family to acknowledge and tend to their mental health. They see personal and family patterns, as well as cultural legacies that they want to change.
Integrative
I believe in addressing mind, body and soul in therapy. We'll explore how your feelings and experiences, as well as, your eating and sleeping habits, contribute to your overall well-being. I’m passionate about helping clients (re)discover and tune into their truest selves—to live a life that feels good and right for them.
Eclectic
I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches to help clients better understand themselves and their experiences: CBT, ACT, mindfulness, somatic, narrative, feminist therapy and Brainspotting. Sessions consist of talk therapy with some mindfulness and somatic practices.
Humanistic
I view therapy as a healing journey: an opportunity to cultivate greater awareness, understanding and compassion for yourself and others. This aligns with Humanistic therapy, which emphasizes everyone’s capacity for self-discovery and personal growth.
5 ratings with written reviews
December 3, 2025
Working with Ms. Council has been an absolute pleasure. She brings a holistic approach that truly honors the mind, body and soul connection. Her warm presence makes me feel safe, seen and supported. She creates an environment where I can show up as myself and do meaningful work toward healing. I'm grateful for the opportunity to work with her.
July 17, 2025
Renee holds space for me to authentically share because she shows up in her authenticity. I value having her as someone to talk through things.
March 26, 2025
Renée is thought provoking in her strategy, non-judgmental and informative. It is a plus that she has a historical point of reference to universal circumstances. I leave every session with a little more understanding of myself.