You Are Living a Story - And It’s Worth Understanding
From the moment we are born, we live enstoried lives. Some stories from your past linger in your body and memory, often shaped by trauma, loss, or moments where you had to adapt to survive, and they continue to influence how you move through the world. As we gently delve into the narratives of our lives, we begin to recognize how these experiences have shaped us, allowing space for healing, integration, and hope within the remarkable story that God is authoring through us.
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Trauma often shapes our stories beneath conscious awareness—through our bodies, beliefs, and ways of relating. These stories can influence how we move through the world long after the original experience has passed.
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When most of us hear the word trauma we think of the worst cases of harm that we can imagine, and many dismiss the possibility that it—trauma—has touched our life. We tell ourselves we have a good life and come from good families, not perfect but not that bad; so, this is not me; that is not my story.
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You may have experienced trauma and not even know it. When people hear the word trauma, they often hear the word abuse. Abuse is trauma, but trauma lives on a spectrum. It can be as simple as being bullied, your parents getting divorced, having an exacting coach/mentor who shames, having caretakers who didn’t seem to be available, and it can follow the spectrum all the way into abusive experiences.
Individual Storywork Counseling
In one-on-one Storywork, I support you in exploring the stories that have shaped how you see yourself, others, and God. Together, we gently attend to both the pain and goodness of your life so you can move toward greater clarity, freedom, and self-understanding.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT✼ Exploring formative life experiences and core narratives
✼ Space for healing, compassion, and integration
✼ Greater awareness of patterns, coping strategies, and beliefs
“Hannah May was created for this work! She is wise, loving, tender, strong and speaks the truth in love that unites us while breaking us free!”
– Brooke F.
Community Book Club
Through reading, reflection, and conversation, we’ll explore carefully chosen texts that deepen understanding of our stories, emotions, bodies, and relationships. Book Club offers a supportive entry into Storywork and a safe, caring community for anyone on a healing journey.
next book club meeting
September 2026WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT✼ Slow, intentional reading with guided reflection
✼ Connecting story themes to your personal narrative
✼ Meaningful conversation in a contained, supportive space
“I loved being a part of your book club! You created such a safe place for me to bring any questions I had, and share the things I was wrestling with without judgement. I so appreciated the way you navigated the conversations and asked questions that invited me to connect with my body and what I was really feeling. I needed this.”
– LD, participant
Group Storywork
In group Storywork, you are invited into a shared journey of reflection and healing alongside others. In a small, facilitated setting, we explore our stories together—discovering how being seen and heard in community can bring connection, meaning, and hope.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT✼ Guided Storywork practices in a supportive group setting
✼ Opportunities to listen, reflect, and be witnessed
✼ The healing impact of shared humanity and resonance
“In group Storywork, you are invited into a shared journey of reflection and healing alongside others. In a small, facilitated setting, we explore our stories together—discovering how being seen and heard in community can bring connection, meaning, and hope.”
– RM, participant
Ready to take the next step?
If you are interested in learning more or please feel free to send me a note. I would be honored to connect with you and hear more about how this practice may be of service to you.
