Tribal Drum Recovery and Healing. 

We live in a world where the human spirit is often tested—by loss and longing, fractured relationships, unhealed wounds, the grip of addiction, the ache of cultural dissonance, the weight of financial strain, and the quiet storms within our families. These challenges can wear us down, quietly eroding our self-esteem, our confidence, and our sense of belonging. Many of us were never taught how to navigate the storms of life. My name is Silvia Atim, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in the state of Texas. My journey began in the heart of Africa, among the Acholi tribe, where we stayed anchored to our emotions and community through song, dance, and the rhythmic beat of drums. These traditions continue to shape my work today in my private practice, Tribal Drum Healing and Recovery, where the drum symbolizes rhythm, connection, and authentic expression. I take an integrative approach to emotional healing and personal growth, blending modern therapeutic techniques with ancestral wisdom. Through expressive arts and narrative therapy, I invite clients to explore and rewrite their stories in a way that honors their truth and resilience. I also incorporate Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) to challenge limiting beliefs and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to support the path toward meaningful and lasting change. To me, the drum symbolizes a return to self—a call back to our humanity, our wholeness, and the sacred essence of being alive. Expressive arts can take many forms: drumming, painting, storytelling, movement, singing, poetry, even cooking or weaving. Whatever form of creative expression feels natural and meaningful to you is welcome here. I believe that healing flows through creativity, and no form of expression is too small or too unconventional. Each one carries its own wisdom—but all echo an ancient truth: healing begins when we learn to listen to our own rhythm.