Today we’d like to introduce you to Zachariah Crooks.

Hi Zachariah, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?

Absolutely! My journey into the world of mental health and healing started long before I became a professional counselor. From a young age, I found myself naturally drawn to listening, supporting, and holding space for others. It wasn’t just a skill—it felt like part of my soul’s purpose.

I pursued my MA in Counseling and became a Certified Gestalt Therapist, an Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist, a Holy Fire Reiki Master, a Transpersonal Life Coach, and an Energy Psychologist. But beyond formal training, my own deep healing work shaped the way I connect with clients today. Through years of personal growth, I’ve come to believe that every individual holds the answers within them—it’s just about creating a loving, supportive space to help them uncover their authentic self.

Over the past 15 years, I’ve specialized in trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, always integrating holistic and spiritual elements into my work. My practice isn’t just about symptom management—it’s about deep transformation. I use techniques like hypnotherapy, guided imagery, Reiki, and energy work to help individuals heal at the root level.

I’ve also felt called to expand beyond one-on-one work. I’m currently growing my business to reach more people, envisioning a future where I lead group healing sessions, retreats, and immersive experiences that blend sound, color, and sacred elements into transformative healing.

Through all of this, the most important thing I’ve learned is that healing happens in a space of love. Whether I’m working with a client in a session, writing, or sharing my work online, my goal is always the same—to help people remember who they truly are and step into their power.

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?

It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road, but I’ve come to see the struggles as part of the journey—necessary steps in my own healing and evolution as a practitioner.

One of the biggest challenges was breaking away from traditional counseling models and fully embracing my holistic, spiritual, and energy-based approach. Early on, I felt a pull to integrate hypnotherapy, Reiki, and other deep healing modalities, but the mental health field often leans heavily on conventional methods. I had to overcome self-doubt and trust that my unique approach was just as valuable—if not more so—for the people I’m meant to help.

Another struggle has been building a sustainable business while staying true to my purpose. Running a private practice means wearing many hats—counselor, marketer, business owner—and finding the right balance between serving my clients and growing my reach hasn’t always been easy. There were times when I felt stuck, unsure of how to expand, or questioned whether I was doing enough. I’ve had to continuously learn, adapt, and step out of my comfort zone, especially when it comes to promoting my work and being more visible.

Personally, my own healing journey has played a huge role in shaping how I show up for others. I’ve had to do the deep inner work—facing my own wounds, fears, and limitations—so I could guide others through theirs. That’s been both a challenge and a gift because every struggle has strengthened my ability to hold space for others in a deeply authentic way.

Ultimately, every obstacle has led me closer to my true path. I’ve learned to trust my intuition, lean into my unique gifts, and embrace the flow of where my work is meant to go. Looking back, I wouldn’t change a thing because the struggles have helped me grow into the healer I am today.

We’ve been impressed with Inner Harmony , but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?

My business is more than just a counseling or hypnotherapy practice—it’s a space for deep healing, transformation, and self-discovery. I specialize in helping individuals heal trauma, overcome anxiety and depression, and navigate relationship challenges by getting to the root of their struggles, not just managing symptoms. Through hypnotherapy, Gestalt therapy, Reiki, and energy psychology, I guide people into reconnecting with their authentic selves, helping them heal at a core level.

What sets my work apart is the holistic and spiritual approach I bring to every session. I don’t just focus on the mind—I integrate the body, emotions, and spirit, recognizing that true healing happens on multiple levels. I believe that every individual already holds the answers within them, and my role is to create a space of love, support, and attunement where those answers can surface.

One thing I’m most proud of brand-wise is the depth of transformation my clients experience. This isn’t surface-level work—it’s deep, life-changing healing. My clients often come to me after years of struggle, feeling stuck in patterns they can’t break. Seeing them finally release old wounds, reconnect with their true selves, and step into a new way of being is incredibly fulfilling.

For those looking to go beyond traditional talk therapy and explore powerful healing modalities, I offer private hypnotherapy sessions, Reiki healing, energy work, and transformational coaching. I’m also expanding my offerings to include group healing sessions, retreats, and immersive experiences incorporating sound, sacred elements, and intuitive guidance.

Above all, my business is rooted in love. Healing isn’t just about fixing something—it’s about remembering who you truly are. If you’re ready to heal, evolve, and reconnect with your authentic self, this is the space for you.

What was your favorite childhood memory?

One of my favorite childhood memories is spending time near water—whether it was creeks, ponds, or lakes, I always felt a deep sense of peace and connection there. I remember wading through streams, feeling the cool water rush over my hands, and just being fully present in the moment. There was something almost magical about it, like the water carried a wisdom that I intuitively understood even as a child.

Looking back, I realize those moments were my earliest experiences with mindfulness and energy attunement. I didn’t have words for it then, but I was already sensing the healing power of nature, the rhythm of the Earth, and the importance of stillness. It’s no surprise that, as an adult, I’ve been drawn to energy work, deep healing, and guiding others into a space of inner calm and transformation.

That childhood connection to water still influences me today. I often see whales and dolphins in my spiritual visions, and I feel a strong link to ancient wisdom from ancient cultures. Water has always been a source of clarity, healing, and renewal for me, and in many ways, it mirrors the work I do with clients—helping them flow past blockages and return to their natural, authentic state.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://mycounselinggym.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sacredhealingwithzach/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083536967161