WELCOME
At Authentic Wellness & Empowerment, we believe true healing begins with support, self-discovery, and empowerment. Our mission is to provide compassionate, holistic mental health care through individual and couples counseling, group therapy, wellness workshops, and personal growth programs.
Whether navigating life’s challenges, seeking more profound emotional well-being, or striving for personal transformation, we are here to guide you every step of the way.
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Explore our services, connect with a supportive community, and take the first step toward a healthier, more empowered you. Your journey starts here.
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Meet Dr. Curtis Lee Taylor
Dr. Curtis Taylor, PhD, LPC, LPCC, NCC, is a licensed professional counselor, educator, and visionary leader dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and communities heal, grow, and thrive. As the founder of Authentic Wellness & Empowerment, he has built a practice rooted in compassion, authenticity, and holistic wellness, providing a safe space where people can break barriers, process past wounds, and reclaim their strength.
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With a deep belief that mental, emotional, and financial well-being are interconnected, Dr. Taylor integrates evidence-based therapy, trauma-informed care, and empowerment strategies to help clients confidently navigate life’s challenges. His expertise includes trauma recovery, relationship counseling, and personal development coaching, equipping individuals with the tools to achieve lasting transformation and self-sufficiency.
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Beyond his work as a therapist, Dr. Taylor is a mentor, speaker, and advocate for mental health awareness and community-based healing. His long-term vision for Authentic Wellness & Empowerment extends beyond private practice—he is actively working to build a group counseling center, a graduate training program for future therapists, and a network of wellness facilities that integrate mental health, fitness, and financial empowerment.
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Guiding Philosophy:
"True empowerment comes from within. When we heal our minds, strengthen our relationships, and gain financial freedom, we create lasting change—not just for ourselves, but for generations to come." – Dr. Curtis Taylor
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Through his leadership, expertise, and unwavering commitment to helping others, Dr. Taylor continues to inspire individuals and communities to embrace authentic wellness, self-discovery, and personal empowerment.
Education
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PhD, Counselor Education & Supervision, Duquesne University
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MS, Clinical Mental Health Counseling,
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MEd, Middle & Secondary Education Instruction, Edinboro University
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BA, Political Science,
Slippery Rock University
Our Services
At Authentic Wellness & Empowerment, we provide comprehensive mental health and wellness services designed to support individuals, couples, and communities on their journey toward healing, growth, and self-empowerment. Our offerings include individual counseling for those navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions; couples counseling to strengthen relationships and communication; and teen counseling to help young people build resilience and confidence. We also offer group therapy, providing a supportive environment for shared healing, as well as EMDR therapy, an evidence-based approach for processing trauma. Beyond traditional therapy, our wellness workshops and retreats focus on holistic well-being, integrating mindfulness, self-care, and financial empowerment. Whether you're seeking personal transformation, relationship support, or community connection, we are here to help you thrive in every aspect of life.
My Techniques
At Authentic Wellness & Empowerment, we use a comprehensive blend of evidence-based, holistic, and empowerment-driven therapeutic techniques to support our clients in their healing journey. Our approach is tailored to each individual's unique needs, integrating a combination of traditional psychotherapy, trauma-informed care, and holistic wellness practices to promote deep and lasting transformation.
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✔ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps individuals reframe negative thoughts, develop healthier behaviors, and manage anxiety, depression, and stress.
✔ Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): A powerful, research-backed technique for trauma recovery, PTSD, and emotional distress processing.
✔ Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Strengthens relationships by improving emotional connection, trust, and communication for couples and families.
✔ Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR): Encourages present-moment awareness, emotional regulation, and self-compassion for improved mental clarity.
✔ Solution-Focused Therapy: Helps clients develop practical, goal-oriented strategies for overcoming obstacles and achieving personal growth.
✔ Holistic Wellness Coaching: Integrates mental, physical, and financial well-being, empowering individuals to achieve balance and self-sufficiency.
✔ Somatic Therapy Techniques: Encourages healing through body awareness, breathwork, and movement-based practices, ideal for trauma recovery and emotional resilience.
✔ Narrative Therapy: Helps clients reframe and rewrite their personal stories to develop a stronger sense of self, purpose, and empowerment.
✔ Strength-Based & Culturally Responsive Therapy: Honors the unique identities, strengths, and lived experiences of each client, fostering a personalized healing journey.
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By integrating scientifically proven techniques with holistic and empowerment-focused practices, we create a personalized path for healing, self-discovery, and emotional resilience. Whether you're seeking individual counseling, relationship support, trauma recovery, or overall wellness, our goal is to help you reclaim your strength and thrive in every aspect of life.
My Approach
At Authentic Wellness & Empowerment, our approach is rooted in the belief that true healing extends beyond just mental health—it encompasses emotional, relational, physical, and financial well-being. Led by Dr. Curtis Taylor, PhD, LPC, LPCC, NCC, our work is guided by a holistic, client-centered, and empowerment-focused philosophy that honors each individual’s unique journey.
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✔ Trauma-Informed & Culturally Responsive Care – We recognize the impact of past experiences and create a safe, supportive space that fosters healing, trust, and self-discovery.
✔ Strength-Based & Collaborative Approach – Instead of focusing solely on problems, we help clients recognize their inner strengths and resilience to create lasting transformation.
✔ Evidence-Based & Holistic Techniques – We integrate CBT, EMDR, EFT, mindfulness, and wellness coaching to promote comprehensive healing and balance.
✔ Personalized & Client-Centered Growth – Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. We tailor every session to each client’s individual needs, values, and aspirations.
✔ Empowerment as a Core Principle – Our goal is to help clients cope and equip them with the tools to thrive—emotionally, relationally, and financially.
✔ A Whole-Person Healing Model – Mental health is deeply connected to other areas of life. We incorporate self-care, wellness, and financial empowerment to ensure sustainable success.
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Through this integrative and empowerment-driven approach, we help individuals, couples, and communities break barriers, rewrite their stories, and create a life of fulfillment, balance, and well-being.
What We Offer
Challenges and Concerns
These are just some of the areas I can help you with
Adjustments
You have never experienced what you are experiencing here and now. This can be daunting.
Anger
Too often, others do not believe, think, or behave as we know “they should.”
Anxiety
We can be good at considering the “what ifs,” maybe too good.
Executive Function
Making plans, carrying out a plan, adjusting. Some people make it look so easy.
Disappointment
Seeing our expectations go unrealized can be dizzying and demoralizing.
Discouragement
When what we want seems out of reach, it is painful to think about coming up short again.
Depression
When our self-talk is filled with thoughts of “I should” or “I should not,” it will likely feel very heavy.
Excuse Making
We can explain what happened, and we can decide if we are going to change what happens next.
Relationships
I hurt, you hurt, how can I listen to you, and you listen to me? How can I help myself, help you, and help us?
Fear
Tell me what or who upsets you, and I will tell you what you fear.
Disrespect
Sometimes, we and others can be so unkind.
Shame
That moment can become a memory you move past.
Grief and Loss
Ouch. I’m sorry. How do we move forward now that things are different?
Responsibility
Blaming, complaining, and criticizing others will never resolve your issue.
Spirituality
Faith can sometimes make situations easier or more difficult to understand.
Stress
Feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or pulled in too many directions is unsustainable.
Time Management
Who sets your schedule, and how do you make sure you are doing what you want to be doing?
Trauma
When it is too much to process or unclear how to process it, it will continue to affect you.
