My path wasn’t always clear. It began in darkness and addiction, followed by a traumatic brain injury, marked by uncertainty and disconnection. Yet this path ultimately led me to profound healing, transformation, and a deep awakening to life's beauty in recovery. Through this journey, I discovered a unique way to get to the root of trauma and unresolved pain—a way that became essential to my own recovery and has now become the heart of my practice. My journey taught me firsthand about the powerful connection between mind, body, and spirit, revealing the extraordinary resilience of the human heart. I still vividly remember the quiet moment when, barefoot on the earth, I felt the gentle pulse of nature’s rhythm align with my own heartbeat, bringing me fully back into my body, awakening my soul, and guiding me home to myself—awakening a deeper sense of vitality, presence, and wholeness.

I'm Carissa Lane, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, and with intuitive compassion and genuine warmth, I create sacred spaces that invite profound self-discovery and emotional freedom. My approach is deeply rooted in neuroscience, nervous system regulation, and enriched by over six years of training in the shamanic arts, where I learned to bridge ancient wisdom with modern healing practices. This training shapes my ability to help clients reconnect with their bodies and their spiritual essence in a way that feels approachable, safe, and transformative. I thoughtfully integrate Somatic Experiencing® (currently in a three-year training program, Intermediate I), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Polyvagal Theory, mindfulness practices, energy medicine, and Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy, guided by my training through Natural Lifemanship. Inspired by my love of nature and ritual, each session, retreat, or ceremony gently reconnects you with your innate intuition and true self.

I specialize in helping individuals and couples heal from trauma—including PTSD and CPTSD—and navigate challenges like addiction recovery, relationship issues, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and major life transitions. Clients working with me often experience greater emotional resilience, improved nervous system regulation, deeper clarity, and a renewed connection to their inner wisdom.

It’s my hope to offer a sanctuary of healing and transformation where individuals find solace, support, and empowerment on their unique journey. Are you ready to reclaim your power and begin your journey home? I understand firsthand the challenges and complexities of the healing process, and I am here to offer you the guidance and tools you need to reclaim your life and step into your fullest potential. Whether you're new to this kind of healing or have walked this path before, I create a space that makes the work feel approachable, safe, and even enjoyable, guiding you with compassion and respect. Healing, to me, is about moving from surviving to thriving—rediscovering your true essence and crafting a life filled with vibrant emotional wellness.

At Paradigm Wellness Collective, I'm honored to practice under the supervision of Chrissy Powers, LMFT, contributing to a nurturing, collaborative, holistic healing environment. Beyond traditional therapy, I offer transformative nature-based therapy, retreats, immersive workshops, and sacred ceremonies designed to reconnect you with your inner wisdom and guide you toward your highest potential.

If your heart is ready, I warmly invite you to reach out. Together, we can walk this beautiful path toward deep, meaningful healing—one step at a time.

Supervised by Chrissy Powers, LMFT #84340

For inquiries email me at carissa@paradigmwellnesscollective.com.