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Welcome to Inner Light

Healing Begins With Self-Compassion

At Inner Light Counseling & Wellness, we provide a supportive, client-centered space where healing unfolds with compassion and intention.

Comfortable counseling office at Inner Light Counseling and Wellness

In-Person in 135 Atwood Ave, Cranston Rhode Island

Virtual Across RI & MA

BCBS Accepted Private Pay

  • Individual Counseling

    A trusted practice serving Rhode Island and Massachusetts, blending compassion-centered, evidence-based therapy with holistic support to help you restore balance and reconnect with your inner peace.

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  • Holistic Healing Experience

    Learn how to help your body feel safe again. We use simple tools that help you relax your mind and feel more like yourself.

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  • Reiki Energy Healing

    Experience gentle energy healing designed to help reduce stress, promote relaxation, and support your healing process.

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What We Help With

You're Not Meant to Carry It All Alone

Whether you're navigating anxiety, burnout, life changes, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, you don't have to face it alone. We're here to provide compassionate support and practical tools to help you heal and move forward.

  • Anxiety & Chronic Stress

    Find relief from constant worry, overwhelm, and the pressures of everyday life.

  • Burnout & Emotional Exhaustion

    Reconnect with yourself and find healthy ways to restore your energy, peace, and emotional well-being.

  • Life Transitions

    Navigate change with confidence and support through life's unexpected challenges and new beginnings.

  • Self-Esteem & Confidence

    Build self-compassion, overcome self-doubt, and reconnect with your authentic self.

  • Women's Mental Health

    We create a safe, gentle space where you can explore your story without judgment, honor your emotions, and learn tools that support your mind, body, and spirit.

  • Trauma & Emotional Healing

    Heal from difficult experiences in a safe, supportive environment where your story is honored.

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About Inner Light

HEALING. EMPOWERMENT. SELF-COMPASSION.

At Inner Light Counseling & Wellness, we are dedicated to supporting you on your healing journey.

Empowering you to release what no longer serves you, and step fully into your most authentic life. We embrace the belief that healing and wellness are holistic journeys. 

Our community provides a safe and welcoming environment that fosters self-discovery, personal growth, and uncovering the inner light that shines within.  Compassionate, personalized therapy for individuals seeking deeper support, lasting change, and a space to feel truly understood.

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Testimonials

Experiences working with Inner Light

We're honored to support individuals through life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and personalized care. Here's what some of our clients have shared about their experience at Inner Light Counseling & Wellness.

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  • "Christa absolutely changed my life! I cannot thank her enough for her support, guidance, and calm presence during a very challenging point in my life."

  • "Life changing"

  • "I find the services and Natalie my therapist to be professional, knowledgeable and extremely helpful and supportive "

  • "I have good days and bad days but much more better days. I am so grateful to Inner Light and Lea. Thank you!"

  • "Chantal has been really great to work with. She listens and also provides a perspective that helps me organize my thoughts and overall understanding of myself. She's empowering, empathetic and an overall pleasure to work with."

  • "Christa continues to provide support to the ongoing challenges that I have been facing in my life to help with my personal growth and in my relationships with others. I have been seeing Christa for about 3 years and feel as though I have continued to make progress with setting appropriate boundaries, identifying my triggers, practicing self care and recently began exploring the past of my inner child. Christa is a great listener and challenges me to make positive changes in my life. I feel deeply grateful that she has been a big support in my life! "

  • "I feel like I am getting great care and always look forward to planning and strategizing for a more healthy and independent life."

  • "Therapy at inner light has completely changed my outlook on every aspect of life. I am able to see things through a new lens and work through issues I never thought I'd get past. My communication and boundaries have greatly progressed since starting therapy here. I feel so comfortable, heard and guided through every session."

  • "Megan is very patient, yet focused on getting me to open up. I like that she gives me a "homework" question at the end of each session. "

  • "I have loved my sessions since day one! From going to therapy since a young age, this is the first time I've truly felt like I have made progress and felt supported on my journey. I feel empowered after my sessions and that I am not alone in how I have survived as a woman. I would recommend Inner Light in a heartbeat! (Especially my therapist!)"

  • "Through Inner Light, I have an arsenal of tools that I use to check in with myself before I get to the point of spiraling, speak kinder to myself, and really have the tools to succeed and thrive. Christa and Chantal have both been professional, supportive and have gone above and beyond for me as their client-- always walking me through some of the most grueling and difficult times of my life along with providing me the resources I needed."

  • "Christa is a great listener and can pinpoint moments in my life that I need to reflect on as well as reframing my thoughts differently."

  • "Christa is the best! She has a warm personality and always listens and offers helpful suggestions to help me work through things. She also really ensures a comforting environment. I'm so glad I found her and inner light."

  • “I feel very comfortable both with my provider and in the space. My provider is always attentive and supportive."

  • "My therapist has helped me so much through the most difficult time of my life. She is providing me with the tools I need to improve my mental health. I am so grateful!"

  • "It has been absolutely amazing. I wouldn't want to go anywhere else."

  • "I absolutely love my experience so far with Lauren. I have worked on so much with her in such a short time that I'm starting to regain myself again."

  • "Working with Christa has been life-changing for me. She helped me navigate through several life issues, and I am now in a much better place. She gave me concrete tools to help ease my social anxiety, and increase my confidence. I always felt welcomed and safe there."

  • "Excellent, helpful, knowledgeable and insightful blessing to find Christa"

  • "Christa has been such a great support helping me navigate through my healing journey. She creates a welcoming and safe space, making it easy to open up and share. Christa is compassionate, understanding, patient, and non-judgmental, which are just some of the qualities that contribute to making her so easy to talk to. I highly recommend Christa if you are in need of support, as I am sure she will make you feel heard, understood, and headed on the right path of your own healing journey."

  • "Professional, compassionate counseling with easy to follow advice. I felt better and a bit stronger after every session."

  • "I have had such a positive experience working with Inner Light Counseling. I have had individual counseling as well as joined 3 groups all of which have been excellent as well as a pivotal factor in the progress I have made in my mental health. Christa and Chantal are both so caring, skilled and knowledgeable and will help you get to where you want to be in your life. I highly recommend Inner Light!"

  • "I am amazed at how much my life has changed over the last year and I owe so much of that to Christa. I have felt comfortable with her from the minute I started going to inner light. She listens, she remembers what I say, she's present and she's gentle around sensitive issues. I wouldn't want to go anywhere else!"

  • "Best thing I've ever done in my life. I honestly don't know where I would be without inner light and Christa. I have come such a long way and I owe it all to therapy"

  • "My experience has been great. It is just great to talk with Christa. Each time we meet I feel like I am able to take something out of it and use it in my day to day life."

  • “ I have been at Inner Light with Christa for almost 2 years and absolutely love it and the service she provides! This was my first experience with a therapist, and it has been amazing so far. She truly listens to my issues and provides the best feedback while using the most rational thinking. She always makes time for me, even in the case of last-minute appointments. She is very easy to reach even when out of the office, which I love. I I0/I0 would recommend Inner Light's services to everyone I know!"

  • "At first I was nervous because I don't love sharing myself with people but inner light is wonderful. I feel heard and validated. My virtual experience is just as beneficial as being in office. Alondra gives me her full attention and always makes sure my needs and questions are met during my session."

  • "Chantal works with you to address why you feel the way you do and what is the root cause of the problem. She uses multiple techniques and exercises during sessions to find tools that work best for you. My sessions with her and with group therapy contributed to a healthier mindset."

  • "I have LOVED my experience at Inner Light I finally feel comfortable in a counseling setting that is still doing in person after the pandemic. Christa has always worked to get me in when I need and really has helped me break down some some themes in my life that I didn't recognize. Overall the office is easy to get to, comfortable, inviting and I'm so thankful to have found this practice!"

  • "Christa is absolutely amazing and has been so unbelievably helpful thank you so much beyond words"

  • "She has made me feel extremely comfortable And I was able to open up and fully embrace my healing journey."

  • "Great right from the beginning, comfortable and kind."

  • "Christa is the first therapist I have really connected with and feel like I'm benefiting in such a positive way. She has the amazing ability of gently guiding you to answer the question you're searching for from within."

  • "All of my interactions with Chantal were nothing short of amazing. Chantal works with you to address why you feel the way you do and what is the root cause of the problem. She uses multiple techniques and exercises during sessions to find tools that work best for you. My sessions with her and with group therapy contributed to a healthier mindset."

  • "Christa was a recommendation from my NP I was stuck. And wasn't in a good place mentally. I just needed to talk. To work things out. Christa will ask me questions and let me figure it out. Gentle push me when I'm not getting it. For me it's like spending an hour with one of my girlfriends. I truly enjoy my time with her. I have recommended her to several friends."

  • "I came in when I was in crisis,I now find myself to be resilient, aware and capable of going through the motions of life."

  • "Chantal works with you to address why you feel the way you do and what is the root cause of the problem. She uses multiple techniques and exercises during sessions to find tools that work best for you. My sessions with her and with group therapy contributed to a healthier mindset."

  • "I feel so grateful to be able to work with Christa. I truly feel like I lucked out finding her. I can't imagine a more comfortable and supportive environment. I can definitely see my own progress in the last several months."

  • "Both Chantal and Christa are so kind, caring, and supportive. They are extremely knowledgeable and helpful in giving advice and feedback. I really enjoy working with both of them. I feel so supported and that I have made great progress as a result of working with them."

  • "Finding Inner Light and working with Christa has been one of the best decisions I've made in my entire life! I have been coming to therapy for almost a year now and I can honestly say I feel like a completely different person. I was at a really low point last year and Christa has helped me so much. I've learned to put myself first and set boundaries that I never knew I was able to do."

  • "I love the telehealth because I've been going weekly for the first time in my life. If it were in person, I most likely would've stopped going due to anxiety. This way I'm able to work on myself consistently."

FAQ’s

Frequently Asked Questions

  • To get started on your healing journey with Inner Light please submit an appointment request form. This form will securely allow you to provide us with some initial information for booking. We will be in contact as soon as possible once we receive the form.

  • We currently accept Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance and private pay for individual counseling services. All other services are private pay only and are not insurance based.

  • What Can I Expect During My First Counseling Session?
    Taking the first step toward counseling is a courageous act, and we want you to know that you're not alone on this journey. It's natural to feel a mix of emotions; nervousness, hope, uncertainty, as you begin. Our goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel seen, heard, and respected. At your initial session, you'll meet with the therapist you've been scheduled with. They will have thoughtfully reviewed the intake information you provided, allowing them to understand your background and the reasons you're seeking support. During this session, we will assess if we are a good fit for your goals and invite you to do the same.

    Sharing Your Story
    This session is an opportunity for us to get to know you better: your experiences, challenges, and aspirations. We understand that opening up can be difficult, and there's no pressure to share more than you're comfortable with. Your therapist is here to meet you where you are, honoring your pace and boundaries.

    Setting Goals Together
    Together, you'll discuss what brings you to counseling and explore what you hope to achieve. This collaborative conversation helps determine if our services align with your needs and sets the foundation for a personalized treatment plan. You'll also have the chance to ask questions and address any concerns you might have.

    Planning Ahead
    By the end of the session, you'll have a clearer understanding of the counseling process and the next steps. Whether it's scheduling future sessions or discussing resources, we're here to support you every step of the way. Remember, this is your journey, and we're honored to walk alongside you. Our commitment is to provide a nurturing environment where healing and growth can flourish. If you have any further questions or need assistance with other aspects of your counseling experience, please don't hesitate to reach out.

  • No. Difference Between Coaching & Counseling... Life Coaching is entirely separate from counseling services. Coaching services focus on working with you to create and achieve goals for yourself whether it be in your mindset, career, relationship, self-worth or other areas of your life you wish to work on. During Coaching sessions we dive deep into areas of your life you wish to improve or change and your mindset behind all of that. Coaching emphasizes more creation of what you want in your life and showing up as how you would like to. Coaching supports you with navigating limiting beliefs and the desires you have for your life. Coaching does NOT treat or diagnose mental health issues that you may be struggling with. Coaching services are private pay only and are not covered by insurance. Coaching and counseling cannot be booked simultaneously with the same provider.

  • Please contact your provider directly, Our main line does not receive messages for scheduling and cancellations unless you are a client working with Christa. All provider contact information was provided to you with your initial documentation and can be found on Our Provider page.

  • Client portal can be accessed here

  • We currently provide services to clients located in Rhode Island & Massachusetts (based on provider). Insurance coverage and service are based on provider practice within these states.

  • All referrals can be made securely here

You deserve to feel grounded, seen, and supported.

Begin Your Healing Journey Today.

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