“Loved seeing Anne & Elizabeth work together; sharing their love for connection with the group. They presented exactly the right mix of professionalism & personal connection. Clearly, this type of work is a natural fit for both of them!”   -Sarah

“The leaders were warm and welcoming.”  -Julie

“Anne and Elizabeth’s passion is evident in both preparation and delivery. I also appreciate that in a workshop-style online event about slowing down, they did not rush through it.  This was excellent!  Thank you.”  -Trisha

“Presenters were very sincere and engaging.” -Suzanne

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Meet Anne & Elizabeth,
your facilitators.

We are two women who love the Lord and who love seeing other women walk in the fullness and freedom that only He can provide. We are honored to come alongside you during your time of personal transformation.

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  • Licensed Professional Counselor

    With over three decades of experience in the health and wellness industry, Anne Ethier, LPC, has been dedicated to empowering individuals and couples on their journey toward healing and growth. Since 2006, she has operated a private practice in Athens, GA, where her compassionate approach focuses on addiction, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety-issues often rooted in trauma.

    Anne is passionate about helping clients remember that they are a work in progress while discovering more freedom and flourishing in their relationships in a flawed and often weary world. She works not only with individuals but also with couples who long for deeper bonds of trust and emotional safety.

    Her unique blend of body-oriented therapy and cognitive understanding of psychotherapy allows her to address the complex interplay between physical symptoms and emotional well-being.

    Trained early in her career as a massage therapist and fitness instructor, Anne utilizes present-moment awareness as a gateway to deeper psychological understanding, drawing from her studies in Hakomi therapy. She is also trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), the gold standard for couples therapy, whose experiential and attachment-based approach integrates naturally with her body-centered work.

    Since 2014, Anne has been committed to elevating the field of counseling by offering and teaching continuing education courses for fellow counselors, sharing her expertise and insights with others in the profession.

    Anne's holistic approach fosters hope and healing, encouraging clients to embrace their journey toward a more fulfilling life.

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  • Associate Certified Christian Life Coach

    Elizabeth Gaines is passionate about creating spaces where women can slow down, listen deeply, and reconnect with God and themselves.

    Through Rooted & Renewing, she helps guide women toward emotional resilience and spiritual renewal — not by chasing perfection, but by learning to hold both joy and struggle with honesty and grace.

    Drawing on her background in community building and creative communication, Elizabeth designs workshops that are both grounding and practical, blending faith, psychology, and meaningful connection.

    Her hope is that every participant leaves feeling seen, equipped, and reminded that growth doesn’t happen apart from God’s presence — it happens right in the middle of our real, imperfect lives.

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