We believe the way you live is your most powerful medicine.
But in the rush of daily life, many of us have lost touch with our body’s natural wisdom.
At Fern, we help you reconnect—with yourself, your body, and the natural world—so you can begin to heal from the inside out.
Whether you're navigating stress, chronic pain, emotional overwhelm, or simply feel stuck, our integrative approach brings together the power of mind and body to support lasting transformation.
Your Body Knows the Way.
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Gentle, somatic-based therapy to help you untangle emotional patterns, process trauma, and cultivate self-awareness with compassion.
Mental Health Counseling
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medicine cabinet already growing around you. We create personalized herbal support to nourish your nervous system, immune health, digestion, and more.
Herbal Consultations
Release tension, restore balance, and reconnect with your physical self through intuitive, trauma-informed massage and body-centered practices.
Bodywork
We don’t treat symptoms—we listen to them. Here’s how we help:
A Whole-Body Approach To Healing
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Fern was born from the friendship of two women deeply rooted in holistic wellness—Patti, a bodyworker and herbalist, and Lauren, a licensed mental health counselor,. With complementary skills and a shared belief in the body’s innate wisdom, they created Fern Counseling and Natural Medicine as a space where mind, body, and nature meet.
Together, they offer a calm, compassionate approach that honors each client’s story and supports healing from the inside out.
Meet The Fern Founders
Step inside and you’ll feel it right away—our space isn’t a clinic, it’s a home. Tucked inside a welcoming house, our office was intentionally designed to help you slow down, breathe deeply, and feel safe. Whether you’re here for bodywork, herbal care, or a counseling session, we want every visit to feel like a warm exhale.
Children are always welcome here, whether they’re part of your care journey or simply along for the ride. We’ve made room for little feet, curious minds, and the beautiful messiness of family life.
Come as you are — we welcome noise, laughter, and little ones. This is a space for whole-person healing, and that includes the rhythms of real life.
Welcome in, friends!
At Fern, we don’t offer one-off fixes or quick answers.
We walk alongside you through a season of intentional care, offering tools that help you rebuild trust in your body and create a rhythm that supports your unique healing journey.
Our clients often come to us feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward. They leave with more clarity, groundedness, and a deeper connection to themselves.
Because true healing doesn’t happen in isolation.
It happens when your whole self—mind, body, and spirit—is heard.
More Than Just a Wellness Appointment. This Is a Season of Support.
Katy Johnson | Herbal Consultation
“Working with Patti was an experience like no other. Her attention to detail and ability to pick up on habits and tendencies I had never noticed in my self was truly eye-opening. Having an outside perspective on my life has changed so much and my day-to-day is so much more fulfilling after just one session!”
Darby Campbell| Craniosacral Facia Therapy
I had my first ever CFT session with Patti about a month ago and I was absolutely blown away by the results. I immediately felt so relaxed and the results lasted for weeks! One of the specific things I noticed was how relaxed my forehead and brow area was and also that some of the expression lines on my face smoothed out! Needless to say, I’m hooked and I one thousand percent recommend seeing Patti!!!
Alyssia Bushue | Bodywork with Patti
There aren’t enough words to explain how much we love getting bodywork done by Patty. Our whole family has been seen by her. She has made such a difference in all the tension I’ve had in my body. I’ve adjusted how I carry myself from what she has told me and it has helped me tremendously in preventing tension and discomfort. From the first moment my son met her and talked with her, he immediately grew fond of her. And he’s usually not quick to do so. She respected his boundaries and it showed in his trust. We are so grateful for Patty. The best CFT in north Alabama!
Christina Biggs | Bodywork with Patti
From the moment I arrived at Fern Counseling and Natural Medicine, there was a sense of peace and calm that just eases tension immediately. The environment is warm and inviting and Patti is so welcoming and friendly. Patti has performed both a craniofascial massage and a deep tissue massage on me and both have been amazing! She is professional and listens to your problems to help you decide what is best for you. She also understands the body well and can adjust pressure and tension as needed… and she is GREAT with children. If you have headaches, body aches, or just need stress relief, I highly recommend Patti for your next massage!
Morgan Ardy | Bodywork with Patti
My family and I have been seeing Patti for massage therapy and CFT for a while now. Every time I go to her I feel mentally and physically rejuvenated and usually come away with words of wisdom and helpfulness. She listens well to where my pain is and also makes suggestions to help other issues. She is well versed in herbs and natural living, too! She works wonders with kids; I have a child with a heart defect and every time he sees her he says he feels better and calmer in his “noisy brain” (ADHD) and, he can breathe better! For that, I am eternally grateful. She is warm and welcoming, but also professional and knowledgeable. Patti has healing hands! I recommend her to all my friends and family. We are so blessed by her and the healing she and Lauren provide at Fern is a blessing to our community. It is such a comfortable and cozy environment! Thank you, Fern!
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We’re so glad you found your way here. At Fern Counseling and Natural Medicine, our mission is to help you reconnect with your body through holistic health practices that support healing from the inside out. Whether you’re seeking bodywork therapy, mental health support, or herbal medicine, our integrative approach is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and […]
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