The Story

Hills and Valleys Family Coaching and Counseling was born during a pivotal moment in my personal growth journey. There's something about the wide-open landscapes of the West that stirs my soul, encouraging deep self-reflection. In 2022, I found myself resistant to changes I knew I needed to make. So, like anyone in need of clarity, I decided to take a solo 7-hour loop around the Booneville Salt Flats (if you know, you know!).

While driving a straight stretch of desert valley road, with only one tree standing in sight, I noticed a dramatic shift in the landscape ahead. The road disappeared into the distance, revealing snow-capped mountains on the horizon—vastly different from the valley below. As I made my way toward the mountains, I reflected on the challenges both the valley and the mountains face. The valley endures windstorms, droughts, intense heat, and wildfires, while the mountain faces blizzards, bears, isolation, rugged terrain, and blinding fog. Both are hard in their own ways, yet both experience moments of peace—sunrises, sunsets, blooming flowers, clear air, the scent of pine and earth, new life, breath, light, and clarity.

As I took in this scene, the name “Hills and Valleys Family Coaching and Counseling” found a special place in my heart. I prayed for wisdom and guidance, seeking clarity on the next steps I needed to take. I was excited, yet a little nervous, because the changes ahead involved a path I’d never walked, a valley I’d never crossed, and a mountain I’d never climbed. But with the encouragement and wisdom of others, that little thought planted in my heart became a reality.

We all face hills, valleys, mountains, and deserts in our lives. Together, let’s navigate the landscape you or your family find yourselves in right now, moving towards the hope and joy that a new path can bring.

-Brandie