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Lilypad Counseling and Wellness Center
Ivana Ayala-Esslinger, Ed. S, LMHC
Integrative Mental Health Counselor and Akashic Channel


Is Helplessness the Precursor to Surrender? By Ivana Ayala-Esslinger, Ed. S, LMHC, CIMHP, Licensed Therapist in Florida
In September, something happened that made me fear I could lose my son. There are moments in a mother’s life that open a door you pray you’ll never have to walk through — a door into a reality where love and loss sit side by side, breathing the same air. Even though he survived — he is safe, alive, here — my heart walked through that doorway. And once it opened, something in me began to unravel. I found myself asking a question I never wanted to face: Does the possibility of
Ivana Esslinger
Dec 15, 20254 min read
What Is Authenticity? Beyond the Buzzword
“Authenticity” — it’s everywhere these days. A buzzword splashed across social media captions, wellness blogs, and coffee mugs. And yet,...
Ivana Esslinger
Sep 9, 20253 min read
Shine On: How to Share Your Light in a World That Sometimes Wants You Small
There’s a little stardust in us all. In darkness, we shine. Shine on, baby. We each carry a light — a spark that’s uniquely ours. It’s...
Ivana Esslinger
Sep 9, 20253 min read


The Akashic Records: A Journey To Being Mind Blown.
What Is an Akashic Record Reading? A Path to Clarity, Peace, and Soulful Alignment Have you ever felt stuck in a cycle you can't quite explain? Perhaps you’re repeating patterns in relationships or struggling with an unshakable sense of restlessness. Maybe you’re feeling disconnected from your life purpose, confused about your next step, or carrying a deep, inexplicable grief or fear. If any of this resonates, an Akashic Record Reading may offer you insight, healing, and pea
Ivana Esslinger
May 2, 20257 min read
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