Valarie Olsen Counseling and Wellness

Valarie Olsen Counseling and Wellness Counseling, Yoga & Wellness- Professional Services

Self-care is self-maintenance, self-care allows us to be more present in the world, self-care is NOT selfish!
01/28/2026

Self-care is self-maintenance, self-care allows us to be more present in the world, self-care is NOT selfish!

Listen to your body, to the sensations, to the messages your body is giving you. Sensations such as gut feelings are mes...
01/26/2026

Listen to your body, to the sensations, to the messages your body is giving you. Sensations such as gut feelings are messengers to let us know that we have needs to be met. 💗

01/21/2026

If your nervous system feels overstimulated, try a simple reset:
📵 Delay scrolling for the first 30 minutes of your day
📵 Notice how your mood shifts

Your mind deserves quiet moments before taking in the world. 🤫

Breathe Happy today 🌻Did you know breath awareness, including long slow exhales have a multitude of health benefits?For ...
01/19/2026

Breathe Happy today 🌻

Did you know breath awareness, including long slow exhales have a multitude of health benefits?

For starters:
🌻calms the nervous system
🌻stimulates the vagus nerve (the anti-anxiety nerve)
🌻settles the mind

Want to know more? Contact me- info in bio 🌻

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Sharing some examples of ways to add energizers to your day. So many aspects of our day zap our energy, make sure you’re...
01/14/2026

Sharing some examples of ways to add energizers to your day. So many aspects of our day zap our energy, make sure you’re refreshing and refilling your reserves to prevent stress and burnout. 🙌🌞✨

01/12/2026

If you feel overwhelmed, your nervous system may need care, not correction.

Try this:
Inhale for 4 🫁
Exhale for 6 🫁
Repeat for one minute ⏲️

Longer exhales signal safety and help your body soften. 💜

Join and friends this Saturday 1/10/26 for group walking meditation. Find other likeminded souls to walk with through t...
01/07/2026

Join and friends this Saturday 1/10/26 for group walking meditation. Find other likeminded souls to walk with through the Lakes Park Botanic Gardens. We gather at the Community Gardens sign at 8:45 am and begin our walk at 9am. We end at 9:30 am at the Peace Pole. 🙏 Reach out with questions. Free event! All are welcome!

You’ve heard of glimmers as the opposite of triggers. Here are some useful examples of everyday glimmers that can be not...
01/07/2026

You’ve heard of glimmers as the opposite of triggers. Here are some useful examples of everyday glimmers that can be noticed with intention. Think of them as daily healing moments.

Yoga at the Slough resumes this week! Join us at Six Mile Cypress Slough for yoga with on Tuesdays and on Thursdays. D...
01/05/2026

Yoga at the Slough resumes this week! Join us at Six Mile Cypress Slough for yoga with on Tuesdays and on Thursdays. Drop in or sign up on Lee County Parks and Rec website. Bring your mat and props and meet us out on the covered deck. See you soon!

January doesn’t have to begin with pressure. 💜Instead of big resolutions, try small, meaningful intentions:• Drink more ...
01/05/2026

January doesn’t have to begin with pressure. 💜

Instead of big resolutions, try small, meaningful intentions:
• Drink more water
• Step outside for fresh air
• Pause before reacting

Progress can be quiet. Growth can be gentle.

01/01/2026

As the waves roll in and out, we’re reminded that life moves in cycles -release, renewal, and rest.

May this new year bring moments of calm, clarity, and compassion for yourself. There is no rush. No perfect pace. Just gentle presence.

🌊 Breathe deeply.
🌊 Let go of what no longer serves you.
🌊 Welcome what feels nourishing.

Happy New Year. May you move through it with intention and ease.

Have fun with this! Happy New Year to all! ✨✌️🌞🙏🫶🏽🥳
12/31/2025

Have fun with this! Happy New Year to all! ✨✌️🌞🙏🫶🏽🥳

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Valarie Olsen Counseling and Wellness

Valarie Olsen is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 18 years of experience working with families in Lee County, Florida. Valarie has worked extensively in the fields of trauma, child abuse and neglect, domestic violence and parenting issues. She specializes in stress and anger management, parenting and child development, loss and grief, life transitions and experiences of trauma, including PTSD, anxiety and depression.

She has taught yoga alongside her full time employment with the intention of combining the aspects of yoga with western psychology and mental health counseling. Valarie works with clients using the wisdom traditions of both eastern (Yoga, Mindfulness and Ayurveda) and western (such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused) approaches to health and well-being. Her approach is one of wellness and compassion, keeping the focus on the counseling relationship and encouraging clients to tap into their own inner wisdom and ability to heal.