I’m Allison Ricciardi and I’m the Founder and Director of The Raphael Remedy. I’m on a mission to help you HEAL from the past, THRIVE in the present, and BUILD a God-inspired future.

Let me start by telling you that I’m a believer. That means that I believe in God and that I also believe in the goodness of all of His creation- people especially, being His crowning achievement. I also believe that God put into nature all that we need to be healthy and happy.

I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in practice since 1990- which is a long time! Over the years I’ve worked with many individuals, couples, and families and what I’ve learned is that most people are more normal than they think they are. Really.

The problem is, many people are struggling. They’re depressed. They’re anxious. They’re afraid. They’ve been hurt by family or friends. They’ve been disappointed. They’ve felt abandoned. They’re overwhelmed by life, by the challenges of work and marriage and raising kids and they need help sorting it all out.

When it comes to personal or world affairs it always boils down to people, emotions, and fallen human nature. Original sin explains pretty much everything.

My Guiding Principles:

• Every human life has intrinsic value and goodness.
• God loves us and has a plan for each of our lives. Trust Him.
• The Catholic Church offers the greatest wisdom to understand the human person.
• Faith and prayer are essential ingredients for lasting healing.
• Jesus is the only remedy that can restore our broken lives and world.