This episode is sponsored by Alma. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private practices. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians who come together for education, training, and events. Sign up today at https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=holisticcounseling How can you begin to integrate astrology and other pagan practices into modern counseling? How can these unconventional tools facilitate healing and growth for your clients? MEET Vanessa Holliman Vanessa is a Rape Survivor Empowerment Coach, Holistic Nutritionist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and trauma survivor who helps her clients by creating a roadmap of success for life after sexual trauma. Each of her individualized packages of guidance and mapping encompasses actionable steps, embodiment practices, nutrition guidance, and flexible, crafted practices that any individual can take on their own journey toward wellness. As she was going through her own healing journey, there wasn't a Spiritual, Bad Bitch, Therapist to guide her, so she created her. Find out more at Being Wholistic and connect with Vanessa on Instagram IN THIS PODCAST: Integrating astrology into therapy 4:39 How do you begin using alternative modalities in practice? 11:16 Integrating Pagan practices in therapy? 29:45 Integrating Astrology Into Therapy The importance of finding out why people are coming to therapy in the first place How to utilize astrology as a blueprint for your life What does it mean to live out of alignment with our values? What does your Venus placement mean? How Do You Begin Using Alternative Modalities In Practice? The importance of making sure you are a good fit with your clients Best practices for introducing your clients to new modalities Techniques for building rapport with your clients What is Buti Yoga? Integrating Pagan Practices In Therapy Understanding how our emotional well-being works with the phases of the moon What is a poverty mindset? What is an abundance mindset? The importance of being intentional with your words when working with clients What are the ethical concerns when using different modalities? Connect With Me Instagram @holisticcounselingpodcast Facebook Join the private Facebook group Sign up for my free email course: www.holisticcounselingpodcast.com The Art of Breath: How to Integrate Breathwork Techniques for Effective Therapy Sessions with Chris McDonald, LCMHCS Rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. Resources Mentioned And Useful Links: Find out more at Being Wholistic and connect with Vanessa on Instagram The Tarot Activity Book: A Collection of Creative and Therapeutic Ideas for the Cards Tarot Activities Workshop With Dreya Blume Resources Mentioned And Useful Links: Find out more at Heather Ivany and connect with Heather on Instagram Psychcraftnetwork The Practice Of Therapy Kindness & Compassion Podcast