What clients experience…

The work is deeply personal, and no two sessions unfold in exactly the same way. Across different ages, circumstances, and life experiences, clients often describe something remarkably similar: less inner conflict, less emotional charge, greater self-trust, and a feeling of returning to themselves.

Profound Shifts

WOW. I’ve done therapy before, but never felt such a deep dive in such a short amount of time as I felt during our session.

I came away with so much clarity, knowing that these two contrasting identities within me have a place to co-exist together.

I took away so much, all of which were already inside me.

I feel that I can now approach scary situations or feelings of unworthiness with more calmness, rather than feeling cluttered, overwhelmed, or panicky. I don’t need to de-value myself any longer; I can just accept myself when talking about what I used to feel was me being “overly emotional.”

Those scary feelings? I can recognize and accept them now as just thoughts, and take a far more aware approach of how to put that in a place that doesn't feel hurtful to me. I feel such a change of perspective on that worthiness, or that level of just not feeling like you're capable…and now, it is a CHOICE that I have.

-AH, Atlanta, Georgia

What’s been so striking is that I’ve tried to heal this same thing before. There were other times when I thought it had shifted, but eventually it would come back. This time feels different. I feel more free, and I don’t have the shame around my past that I used to carry. I can talk about my story openly and honestly without feeling like I need to hide any part of myself.

I feel like I’m back to myself again. There were burdens I didn’t even realize I was carrying, and now they feel gone. I’ve even noticed myself naturally dropping more deeply into meditation and reconnecting with spiritual practices and music that used to mean so much to me. I’m really grateful this healing exists and that I got to experience it.

-JF, Los Angeles, California

I’ve been struggling so much intense hurt, pain, judgement, disappointment…feeling like there’s no way out of it. And the funny thing is, I had been out of prison for a few years. Even though I should be feeling free, I wasn’t. On the outside, I looked fine, but inside, I felt completely imprisoned, just like I felt when I was first incarcerated.

After just sitting down with Peony twice, all that judgement, hurt, and pain was replaced by compassion, love, peace.

I felt so clearly seen and heard by the Divine within me, so clearly valued and uplifted. I was able to return to the me within that is able to choose freely. Since then, whenever those unwanted feelings come back, I can now catch myself quicker, reconciling the younger me that protected me all these years with the me now who is able to release himself from any internal prison he finds himself in.

I have so many more realizations and knowingness within myself that I came away with - they were there all along, but are now unburied.

-IG, Seattle, Washington

After going through a really difficult break up several years ago, I still felt stuck. Certain thoughts about my ex or myself would trigger bad emotional responses that felt like full-blown panic attacks each time.

After working with Peony, I have not had one single bad emotional reaction to those triggers or thoughts. I feel totally neutral! What used to send me into a downward spiral is gone. Now I feel freed from that emotional turmoil. I feel like I can truly move forward in that area of my life!

— MK, Monterey, CA

After my first session, the issue we worked on felt so discharged that I could barely locate it anymore. Peony guided the process with such expertise, thoughtfulness, and compassion. I felt supported every step of the way. Her work asks you to step out of the judging mind and trust what is unfolding - and Peony is deeply worthy of that trust.

— JL, Bay Area, California

I had carried so much self-doubt - always second-guessing myself and waiting for the other shoe to drop. The day after my first session with Peony, I realized that my self-doubt felt almost nonexistent. It was incredible to notice such a clear shift so quickly.

— RB, Seattle, Washington

My sessions brought to the surface a lot of limiting beliefs that I’ve had since I was a kid that have kept me prisoner to being constantly triggered by my situation.

Now, realizing how those beliefs hold me back and knowing I have a choice has brought me a kind of freedom I didn’t think I could have. I could feel my old patterns melting away, and I’m now more aware of the higher consciousness within me. I can just leave behind what doesn’t serve me anymore.

— LS, Brooklyn, New York

The changes I’ve felt since our session have been very strong…the way I view my struggles, the conflicts and issues I’ve had for years with a person has been flipped completely! Namely, this horrible pain I’ve had in my neck for at least 4 months has all but disappeared. You are truly gifted and talented in your work - thank you.

— JT, Seattle, Washington

I’d been going through so many personal and professional transitions in my life lately; been feeling so much disappointment, guilt, doubts, and especially overwhelm. The thought of, “Am I doing something wrong? Why do I keep feeling this way?” kept running through my head.

I walked away from my session feeling so rejuvenated, calm, and centered. I can’t even fully put into words the realizations I had during the process: my awareness of myself was so deep - I am who I am, and everything is within myself…it’s all simply a matter of my own free will. What a difference it is, knowing it in my heart now.

— JO, Seattle, Washington

I’ve been feeling a lot of despondency and having a lot of very dark thoughts as I battle my long-standing physical issues with my body in deep and persistent pain.

My work with Peony made me truly see that I was beating myself up for not being perfect, that I was using combativeness as a tool. Instead of resisting the chaos, I now realize in my heart that embracing it means bringing in joyfulness, peace, and even excitement.

The whole process has made me realize that I was taking away from myself a whole lot more to remain angry. Even days later after my session, I have a better attitude overall, and even when the pain comes back, I can go back into that peaceful, joyful place that Peony helped bring me to.

— MW, Cleveland, Ohio

I was doing just great, and then I had to call my (soon to be) ex-husband and got myself all triggered after a particularly emotional conversation with him. A lot of re-triggered feelings of betrayal, hurt, and mistrust surfaced.

Peony came through for me in the most beautiful, grounding way. Thank you so much! Pure gold. We processed in multiple ways, allowing me to integrate those feelings of betrayal. I don’t feel anything about it anymore that’s going to keep me from moving forward and taking the steps I need to take in my relationship with him.

— IN, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Returning to Yourself

Peony helped me move through emotional patterns I had been repeating for a long, long time. My intuition could finally speak, while my analytical mind released what it thought everything meant. I’ve noticed real changes in my daily life. Peony works from both heart and mind, and her sessions feel both effective and deeply supportive.

— KNT, Denton, Texas

Peony has been nothing short of wonderful to work with. I came to her with concerns about my level of self worth and after two sessions, I can feel my heart opening up to others, which is not what I would have expected.

I didn't connect the dots at first, but now realize that we can only truly open our heart to others when we begin to love ourselves exactly as we are. Since my last session with Peony, I’ve noticed that the emotional blockage inside me no longer seems like a byproduct of my fear around being incapable.

Now, I feel less fear in general, and though I am still facing my usual issues with procrastination, this release from fear has allowed me to chip away the next layer of work I need to do.

I'm really looking forward to digging deeper and doing the work! I feel lucky to have connected with Peony and to have her strength, wisdom and support through this very meaningful journey.

— FD, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I had built a relationship based on misunderstanding between that of myself and my emotions, particularly when it came to being triggered by someone in my life. Unconsciously, I had been bottling up, dismissing, and/or villainizing my emotions all along.

My time with Peony left me with a sense of true understanding of my emotions, the role they play for me, and thus, truly understand myself. I’m not perfect, but I’m now able to process situations that once left me feeling paralyzed with a greater sense of reflection and peace.

— LK, Cambridge, Massachusets

After dealing with my relationship ups and downs with my mom for years, in just one session, I now have so much more empathy on a feeling level for her.

In the past, I’d try so hard to mentally reconcile and analyze the divide and emotional distance between us; it was so painful on an emotional level. But now, I feel more at peace than I ever have with our communication and relationship dynamic, putting my Ego to rest for a bit.

— MC, Madrid, Spain

I came to some very important realizations from my session - that the way I choose to be or the way I am is incredibly different than others. It opened my mind up to new ways of being which I never knew before.

Afterwards, I felt I didn’t need to hold on to the issue any longer - the problem just wasn’t there anymore.

— JC, Seattle, Washington

Working with Peony helped me stop overanalyzing myself and start trusting what was already true underneath the noise. I realized the goal was not to become a completely different person - it was to return to myself with more honesty, more steadiness, and more access to my own clarity.

— MH, Edmonds, Washington

Peony’s work is hard to describe because it is not coaching, and it is not just emotional processing. It feels like she helps you get underneath the pattern and shift it from the inside. I left feeling less tangled in my own head, and more connected to my actual truth.

— TT, Portland, Oregon

Peony is a highly intuitive, multidimensional healer. She guided me into an experience of emotional polarities that gave me powerful inner images I can return to when old stories or fears arise. Her work is deeply empowering!

— LH, Santa Fe, New Mexico

One of the most meaningful parts of my session was reconnecting with a past version of myself I had separated from. Peony helped me experience my relationship to different parts of myself - past, present, and future - in a way that opened new possibilities. I am grateful for the depth and spaciousness of her work.

— Anonymous, Woodinville, Washington

I was finally able to see that I was not lacking empathy or tools. I was carrying a lot of inner debate and pressure around how to handle things perfectly. Our work helped me soften that pressure. I felt more grounded, more present, and more able to meet difficult moments without abandoning myself.

— Anonymous, Des Moines, Washington

Integration Into Everyday Life

The next morning after my session, I was able to get up and go about my day, feeling like my choices are more manageable…it was like I could stay in equanimity for much longer.

That gave me an opportunity to more easily see everything as “choices” rather than as obligations. I felt lighter. I think for me, there’s so much transcendence happening and opportunities for deeper meaning here.

— TP, Seattle, Washington

I am so thankful for Peony. My anxiety around money significantly diminished, and I feel a newfound sense of control and confidence with my financial journey.

The very next day after my first session, I tapped back into my power in recruiting, which is paving the way for a bonus. I also embraced a new opportunity as a fashion consultant on a platform, and today alone earned $$$. I just finished working on my budget for the last 2 hours. I feel POSSIBILITY for my future!

— HA, Denver, Colorado

I wanted to thank you so much, Peony, for leading me through this process of working through the issue I face at work. I’ve been feeling a lot of relief and stillness since then. I am going to go back into work with a renewed spirit.

I’m feeling better. A little anxious still, but also feeling very rested and like I can rest and get relief, which is a feeling that I didn’t or couldn’t have before.

— AN, Burien, WA

Working with Peony created an immediate shift. I felt lighter, more open, more present, and more focused. That night, I slept better. I also found more clarity around tasks that usually overwhelmed me. Even when the overwhelm did not disappear completely, it felt less consuming, and I could approach things little by little instead of feeling constantly behind.

— JMR, Long Beach, California

Peony helped me interrupt old anxiety and resentment patterns in real time. When familiar work stress began to rise, I could let it pass without getting pulled back in. Since then, I’ve felt more oriented toward the future, with greater clarity about what I want to create next.

— RC, Seattle, Washington

I learned to pinpoint exactly what emotion I'm feeling and take a deep dive into both the negative and positive aspects of that emotion. It was definitely a new perspective on how to approach my emotions!

My biggest insight is that these emotions are necessary to get through whatever the case might be. So, I would say, yes, my sessions with Peony definitely made a difference for me - it's my decision on how to act on those emotions…basically, meditating and giving myself time to not act impulsively.

— DB, Shoreline, WA

I can now find all the gold underneath the mud. I came in feeling confused, overwhelmed, and disconnected from myself. I left feeling clearer, more honest, and more able to trust my own inner knowing.

— EH, San Francisco, California

I felt happy, relaxed, and transformed. Peony’s voice and guidance helped me feel nurtured spiritually, emotionally, and even physically. It was such a beautiful way to care for my soul.

— AW, Bellevue, Washington

Young People

Peony helped me understand the different parts of myself without making me feel like something was wrong with me. I could finally see why I would go to extremes or overthink everything. After one session, I felt like I had more space inside. I could pause, check in with my body, and choose what actually felt right instead of just reacting.

— RM, 19, Seattle, Washington

Peony doesn’t talk to you like you’re broken or like you need to be fixed. She helps you understand yourself in a way that actually makes sense. I left feeling lighter, but also stronger - like I could hear my own voice again.

— JY, 12, Seattle, Washington

When I closed my eyes and Peony took me through the process, I started to see myself with way more compassion. She reflected things back to me that I kind of knew deep down but couldn’t fully name yet. I left feeling clearer, more grounded, and less ashamed of where I was in life.

— CM, 20, Seattle, Washington

The biggest thing I got from working with Peony was learning to trust my own choices. Before, I would get really caught up in other people’s energy or drama. Now I can step back and ask, “Is this mine?” I feel calmer in my relationships and more confident leaving situations that don’t feel good for me.

— TH, 17, Seattle, Washington

What I appreciate about working with Peony is that she doesn’t just give advice. She helped me feel what was actually underneath everything. That made the whole situation feel less confusing. I left with more clarity about my patterns, my choices, and the kind of person I want to become.

— JB, 22, Bellevue, Washington

Peony has a way of making you feel really seen without making the conversation feel heavy. She helped me connect the dots between what I was feeling, what I was avoiding, and what I actually wanted. I still feel like myself - just more clear and more steady.

— FM, 20, Bellevue, Washington

I don’t feel judged at all when working with Peony. She made me feel like all the messy parts of me made sense. She helped me understand myself without spiraling into shame. I left feeling like, okay, maybe I can handle my life differently now.

— KD, 15, Bellevue, Washington

After working with Peony, I could finally talk about things I had carried for a long time. It wasn’t about being told what to do. It was about understanding what was happening inside me and realizing I had a choice again.

— NR, 17, Bellevue, Washington

What Parents Notice

Sometimes the shift is visible not only to the person experiencing the work, but to those closest to them.

I’ve watched my child do therapy, tutoring, school support, and many different interventions. Peony’s work felt different. It helped my child integrate what they already understood intellectually and actually live it with more calm, confidence, and self-trust. My child feels happier and lighter.

— CR, parent, Bellevue, Washington

Working with Peony gave my child something I had been hoping for but didn’t know how to give them: a way to pause, listen to themselves, and make choices from a calmer place. I noticed they were not just talking about growth - they were practicing it in real life.

— BK, parent, Seattle, Washington

After working with Peony, my daughter seemed more grounded in who she was. She became better at recognizing what was hers to carry and what wasn’t. She was more aware, more steady, and more herself. It was incredible to witness.

— SH, parent, Seattle, Washington

My child is bright, sensitive, and self-aware, but sometimes that awareness turns into overthinking and doubt. Peony helped them move from analyzing everything to actually listening to themselves. That shift alone was huge.

— CS, parent, Bellevue, Washington