Iris Marie Blanchard is a highly experienced and empathetic Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the child welfare field. She offers a holistic therapeutic approach within a supportive, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment. Iris integrates the mind, body, and spirit in her practice, working collaboratively with individuals to discard their unconscious, inauthentic selves and empowering them towards balance and fulfillment. Her focus is on the developmental impacts of generational trauma, cultural and systemic oppression, and environmental interactions on the emotional well-being of children, adolescents, and adults. Iris specializes in addressing trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationship issues, utilizing various therapy types including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and more. She is certified as a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) and provides services to individuals in DOT-related industries, helping them safely return to duty while ensuring public safety.