We recently had the chance to connect with Staci Morey and have shared our conversation below.
Good morning Staci, it’s such a great way to kick off the day – I think our readers will love hearing your stories, experiences and about how you think about life and work. Let’s jump right in? Are you walking a path—or wandering?
I think I’m both walking a path and wandering at the same time. The path represents the direction and purpose I’ve chosen, the work I’m deeply called to do. The wandering is where curiosity and growth live. I’ve learned that being too rigid can close us off from what’s meant for us, so I try to stay grounded in my values while also open to redirection. Sometimes the most meaningful parts of the journey aren’t the ones we plan, but the ones we stumble into when we allow ourselves to explore.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker certified in Perinatal Mental Health and trained in EMDR and Parts Work. My primary focus is supporting women who are navigating the heavy stuff: trauma, identity shifts, overwhelm, and the “doing it all” fatigue that so many of us carry. My practice is rooted in creating a space where women feel deeply seen, heard, and safe, a place where they can finally exhale and be their full, unfiltered selves. While I primarily work with women, I also work with men who are ready to better understand themselves and heal from their own experiences.
Right now, I’m continuing to deepen my trauma, somatic, and nervous system work, refining how I integrate it all into the therapy room. I’m also beginning training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to expand my knowledge of OCD and its intersection with trauma and anxiety. Early next year, I’ll be attending a training in Bali, which I’m incredibly excited about as it’s an opportunity to immerse myself in a setting that nurtures both personal and professional growth while continuing to expand my understanding of trauma and healing.
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. What relationship most shaped how you see yourself?
Becoming a mother has been the relationship that’s most shaped how I see myself. It’s softened the way I relate to who I am. Through motherhood, I’ve learned to extend the same patience and compassion to myself that I so easily give to others. I’m more honest with myself, less judgmental, and far more accepting of being a whole human — flaws and all. It’s taught me that growth isn’t about perfection, but about allowing yourself to be fully seen, even in the messy moments.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
I’d tell her to soften. To trust that she doesn’t need to earn her place in the world by being perfect or strong all the time. The parts of you that you think make you “too much” or “not enough” are the same parts that will one day make you deeply human, deeply loved, and capable of showing greater compassion, empathy, and understanding toward others.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. Is the public version of you the real you?
Yes, the public version of me is very much who I really am. Over time I’ve worked hard to let go of worrying about what others think of me (though, like anyone, I’m not perfect at it all the time). My goal is to show up authentically and honestly, while still being respectful and mindful of others. I think that’s where real connection happens — when you can be yourself and still hold space for the people around you.
Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I hope people remember me as someone who helped them feel truly seen and heard. I hope my life sets an example of how to be compassionate with yourself — to soften, let go, and breathe. And I also hope they remember my sense of humor. Laughter has always been one of my favorite ways to connect with people, and I’d like to be remembered not just for the support I offered, but for the joy and lightness I brought into the room.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.stacimoreylcsw.com
- Instagram: stacimoreylcsw
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stacimoreylcsw/
- Other: https://www.psidirectory.com/listing/staci-morey-lcsw-pmh-c.html
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Amanda Martin and Jena Langer
