Revitalize Counseling

About Your Counselor

Chelsea Pigeon, Practice Owner, Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Although I have many areas of expertise and training, one of my biggest passions is helping survivors of trauma on their healing journey. I started this journey soon after high school when I volunteered at the local ACT shelter for survivors of domestic violence. In 2021, I became a survivor of domestic violence myself, fueling my passion to provide proper care that all survivors deserve, and to help others identify warning signs.

I continued my journey by working with military families, first responders, human trafficking survivors, and those with intense childhood trauma. In 2024, I became certified to work with Firefighters through the University of Central Florida's Redline Rescue program.

Even though I dreamed of working in the mental health field since I was 12, it wasn't until all these experiences that I realized how many people suffer from their past traumas. I knew then how important it was to get specialized training in trauma as it can impact all areas of life, including an increase in common issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, recurring toxic or unhealthy relationships, codependency, and more!

Helping individuals improve symptoms of OCD and tic disorders are some of my other passions! I'm certified in Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) as well as Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD. I'm also trained in Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), which is an effective alternative treatment for OCD.

Today, I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and trauma therapist in Fort Myers, FL. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and offer EMDR therapy to adults and children. Over the past 7 years, I’ve worked in a variety of clinical mental health settings, supporting individuals, couples, and families. I also love incorporating Attachment-Based Therapy to help individuals recognize patterns from childhood that may be repeating in adulthood.

Here's a quick introductory video of how I can help you!

More on Domestic Violence and Abuse

Sometimes abuse and/or domestic violence can be subtle and difficult to pinpoint. If narcissistic abuse or unhealthy relationships feel familiar to you, or you're stuck figuring out what's going on in your relationship(s), you've come to the right place! I specialize in working with people who feel stuck in guilt, shame, and struggle to feel safe with themselves and others. I can also help you gain a better understanding of the cycles and patterns that may be causing you or your family emotional distress and chaos.

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Chelsea's Experience with Mental Health

She has a beautiful soul

Despite what she sees

She has a beautiful mind

Despite what she thinks

Her personality is like no other

And she only strives to get better

She remains calm

In the toughest of weather

She’s understanding

To everyone surrounding

She brings light and laughter

To those who suffer

She is kind

Even amongst feelings of anger

She is confident

In the choices she makes

She is cautious

But doesn’t play it safe

She’s appreciative and thoughtful

Even to those that are undeserving

She’s fun and outgoing

Even when all she wants is to run and hide

She’s a good friend

To those that let her in

She loves

Probably more than she should

She is worthy

Of the life she desires

She is brave

In many different ways

She is simply herself

Every single day

However, she is not perfect…

She is just perfectly imperfect.

She doesn’t always see it

She may not always believe it

She may doubt herself from time to time

And worry about things that are constantly on her mind

But she will continue to work to be everything she wants to be

She will one day see herself for who she truly is

Someone whose light

Will one day outshine

The darkness she wishes to leave behind

-Me, myself, and I

“It took me 23 years to finally write something positive and uplifting about myself. I highly suggest if you like writing and struggle with self-worth or esteem issues, try writing something creative and positive about yourself. Even if you can’t come up with anything you think is true, write about the version of yourself you want to see one day or how you want others to see you. We often forget (or don’t know how) to practice self-love and self-care but it’s absolutely necessary to live a happy and healthy life. (If writing isn’t for you, find out what is!) Especially for anyone dealing with mental health issues or life stressors (as we all do at some time or another).”