Our Commitments at

Center for Intuitive Practices

  • 01. Client-Centered Care

    At the core of our mission is the well-being of clients. We encourage mental health professionals to place clients at the center of their practice, respecting their unique journeys and empowering them to achieve their fullest potential through intuitive and holistic approaches. Together, we envision a future where mental health care is integrative, client-centered, and holistic, and where every licensed mental health professional is equipped with the skills and knowledge to make this vision a reality. The Center for Intuitive Practices is committed to being a guiding light on this transformative journey, leading the way towards a more compassionate and effective approach to mental health treatment.

  • 02. Education Excellence

    We are committed to delivering top-tier continuing education programs that enrich the knowledge base of mental health professionals. Our courses are designed to equip therapists with practical tools and evidence-based techniques rooted in intuitive and holistic practices, ensuring they can offer comprehensive and effective treatment to their clients.

  • 03. Holistic Integration

    We advocate for the seamless integration of intuitive and holistic approaches into conventional mental health care. Our mission is to bridge the gap between traditional and alternative therapies, enabling therapists to create customized treatment plans that honor the unique needs and values of each individual.

  • 04. Community Building

    We foster a supportive and inclusive community where mental health professionals can connect, share experiences, and collaborate. Through networking events, forums, and collaborative projects, we aim to build a vibrant network of practitioners dedicated to enhancing the well-being of their clients through intuitive practices.

  • 05. Ethical Practice

    We uphold the highest ethical standards in the field of mental health. Our training programs emphasize the importance of ethical guidelines, ensuring that therapists prioritize the safety, confidentiality, and autonomy of their clients while incorporating intuitive and holistic methods.

  • 06. Research and Innovation

    We actively contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of intuitive and holistic mental health practices. Through research initiatives and partnerships with leading experts, we strive to drive innovation and evidence-based approaches, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in mental health care.

Meet our team

Center for Intuitive Practices | Continued Education for Mental health professionals | Continuing Education | Holistic therapeutic work | therapist training

Dr. Francine E. Packard (SHE/HER)

PhD., LPCC-S, LICDC-CS, CAGCS, RMT, RYT-200

Dr. Packard holds a Ph.D. in Psychology, a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, and a bachelor's degree in business administration. For over 23 years Dr. Packard has used intuitive-based practices and conducted research focused on the importance of social support/connection and emotional management.

Dr. Packard has worked in a variety of inpatient and community mental health settings throughout her career. Most recently, Francine has worked with private and state universities such as the University of Mount Union and Youngstown State University in creating, expanding, and supervising clinical mental health services for emerging adults, staff, and faculty. Within these settings, Dr. Packard has also provided quality clinical supervision to master’s level counselors in training and social workers in training.

Dr. Packard is an EMDR Consultant, and an Independent Heartmath® Certified Trainer. She is also certified as an Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist, Koru® Mindfulness Instructor, Expressive Arts Therapist, registered energy worker (i.e., Usui Holy Fire III® Master/Teacher & Holy Fire III Karuma Reiki® Master), spiritual Psychic/Medium, ordained minister, and Registered Yoga Teacher RYT-200.

In addition to her clinical and research background, Dr. Packard was appointed to the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Regulatory Board from 2007-2010. In this capacity, Dr. Packard served as the Chairperson of the Continuing Education Steering Committee, along with creating and overseeing the out-of-state endorsement process.

Dr. Packard strives to provide an all-inclusive safe space for professionals to explore holistic practices, expand their intuitive skills, and grow personally and professionally.

Dr. Rachel Weaver (she/they)

PhD, LISW-S, LICDC-CS, DBTC, REAT, RMT, RYT-200, ASDCS, CIMHP

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Dr. Rachel Weaver graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work. She also received her Doctorate in Psychology from Akamai University. Her dissertation, "The Authentic-Self Reimagined and its Integration into EMDR Therapy: A Scholarly Personal Narrative", was the first of its kind in the intersecting fields of EMDR, Holistic Health, and Integrative Psychology.

Rachel has worked with a wide array of clients representing various ages and populations since 2006. She has been employed as a clinician, supervisor, educator, and clinical director in community mental health agencies, private practices, universities, and substance use agencies. While her main focus is being the owner and CEO of WiseMind Consulting & Wellness, she has worked for and currently contracts with various universities including The Ohio State University, Mount Carmel College of Nursing, and Youngstown State University.

As a social work and chemical dependency supervisor, Rachel provides ongoing guidance and supervision to students, interns, and clinicians; both within and outside of her private practice. Expanding knowledge within the field, she presents continuing education workshops on topics such as DBT, EMDR, supervision, ethics, cultural humility, DSM-5-TR, and many more - in collaboration with The Center for Intuitive Practices as well as The Institute for Creative Mindfulness (both based out of Ohio).

Regarding holistic and healing modalities, Rachel is an ordained minister/reverend through The Church of Radiant Lights and is approved to perform marriages within the state of Ohio. She is also a Reiki Master-Teacher (RMT). She believes that holistic and complementary treatment approaches make for the best outcomes and sustained recovery.

Her certifications, appointments, and training(s) include:

  • First woman in the state of Ohio certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBTC)

  • Certified in EMDR, EMDRIA Approved Consultant, and Practicum Facilitator

  • Certified Dancing Mindfulness Facilitator

  • Registered (Certified) Expressive Arts Therapist (REAT)

  • Registered Yoga Teacher 200hr (RYT-200)

  • Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS)

  • Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP)

  • Independently Licensed in Ohio & Colorado [Social Worker with Clinical Supervisor status] (LISW-S) (LCSW)

  • Independently Licensed in Ohio [Chemical Dependency Counselor with Clinical Supervisor status] (LICDC-CS)

  • Approved Consultant - The Institute for Creative Mindfulness

  • Director of Continuing Education – Center for Intuitive Practices

Rachel's Principles:

Rachel's aim is to create a collaborative, person-centered relationship. In this relationship, you can explore and find your unique tools, techniques, and personal strengths to heal and discover your authentic self. Her intention in all levels of her work is to show up as an actively anti-racist, anti-sexist, anti-oppression, LGBTQIA2S+ affirming, and sex-positive individual. She is dedicated to the continuous engagement–both in her professional and personal life–that this requires.

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