Amy Grinnell
Feel seen heard and supported through compassion and a safe space. Through substance use/other addictive behaviors and struggling and trying to cope with mental health diagnoses - anxiety, depression, ptsd, bi-polar and BPD, I have found my purpose in creating positive, trusting, non-judgmental and supportive spaces with those seeking connection as they navigate addictive behaviors, mental health disorders, difficult emotions, trauma, and life challenges. My approach centers on empowering others and providing hope. My own journey is lived experience with childhood trauma, ptsd, mental health conditions, substance use, domestic violence and toxic relationships. My joy is being a mom to two boys, three cats and my bird. I love the city but I am a country girl by heart delighted to have lived next to a farm growing up. This shaped my love of all animals. Musical theater and music are my passion. I am a Haunt actor at Legends of Fear and play a different witch every year. Definitely typecast lol. My dream job is to be a Panda Nanny. I am an introvert who wears a mask as an extrovert. It’s very hard for me to escape childhood trauma and to trust but I am learning and healing one minute at a time.
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What I Hope to Share
I would be honored to learn about your experiences and challenges and to walk alongside you as you discover your own path toward healing. I hope to establish connections where trust is significant, and relationships are meaningful and fun and provide purpose where everyone involved can freely express themselves in a safe, loving and non-judgmental space.
What Brought Me to ShareWell
The path has not always been easy. My healing has involved soul-searching, changing unhealthy behaviors, developing coping skills, strengthening my self-worth, and learning to regulate my emotions and body. Mindfulness, breathing, movement, meditation, affirmations, and other wellness tools continue to support my growth and recovery. I have found that peer support is amazing and has helped me emerge from very dark places and to discover that hope is possible. I would like to empower others to recognize their strengths, find meaning, and know that they are worthy of healing, love, connection, and joy. My groups involve a dash of enchantment and whimsical moments to encourage nurturing of our inner child, self care and play.
Host Reviews
"What an amazing way to end the day and prepare for a bright new day tomorrow. We couldn’t have done it without our wonderful leader, Amy! Thank you!"
"thank you amy for support and encouragement, and for the groups wisdom when i needed support. this was so good, and went by so fast!"
"Such a welcoming and loving host and group members. I will come back!"
"I absolutely love this host. She always makes me feel so safe. I highly recommend her for anything and everything that you need support of or that you would like to work on Amy you are person I felt like I knew in the past life thank you for being a part of my world"
"Amy is so creative with her groups! I always enjoy them. Thank you, Amy!"
"Amy is multifaceted and I really like that about her! Warm, welcoming and understanding. Thank you, Amy!"
Hosted Groups
Belladonna
A caring space to connect, feel seen, and be heard.
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Being childlike in a safe space letting go of adulting
Belladonna
Being childlike in a safe space letting go of adulting
Belladonna
Spirituality as a source of meaning, healing, hope & connect
Belladonna
Being childlike in a safe space letting go of afulting
Belladonna
Being childlike in a safe space letting go of adulting
Belladonna
Turning Sunday Night Dread into a Gentler Monday
Belladonna
Being childlike in a safe place letting go of adulting
Belladonna
A caring space to connect, feel seen, and be heard.
Belladonna
Being childlike in a safe space letting go of adulting
Belladonna
Being childlike in a safe space letting go of adulting
Belladonna
Spirituality as a source of meaning, healing, hope & connect