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About
Hi there! My name is Joanie, founder of Alchemy Home Organizing. My team and I are committed to helping people transform their spaces from overwhelming mess to rejuvenating sanctuary. Whether you're struggling with chronic disorganization, an unruly pantry, a whole-home clutter explosion, or a stress-inducing move, it’s our mission to create a space that you love coming home to.
And let's be honest: it can be just plain weird to have a stranger come into your house and help you with your stuff. That's why we lead with our values of compassion, non-judgement, and patience. We take a client-centered approach, knowing that every individual and family has unique needs, and that it's our job to create organizational systems that work for YOU, not anyone else.
So, feeling ready to alchemize your space? Let's talk!
** Please do NOT choose Instant Booking! Choosing the right organizer is important to the success of your project, so I find it best to have a conversation first to confirm that we are a good fit. Please message me or reach out via the contact form on my website. Thank you! **
Overview
Hired 24 times
Serves Santa Fe, NM
Background checked
1 employee
5 years in business
Business hours
SunClosedMon9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Check, Credit card, Stripe, and Venmo.
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2022
Services offered
Type of home organizing service
Areas needing organization
Closets
Bedrooms
Kitchen
In-home office
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Jessica P.
Nov 16, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
We had an excellent experience working with Joanie and would highly recommend her. We had a complicated whole house project that involved getting the house ready for a renovation (by moving most things out of it, including ourselves) and packing for three different temporary living arrangements (that would take us from summer to fall to winter). We had been living in the house for over 20 years so there was a lot of sorting (and discarding) to do.
Joanie sat us down and helped us first think through the whole project and came up with a strategy. Then she worked with us to execute the plan bit by bit over many weeks. She is calm, is able to think big picture and also is very good with details. She was good at gaging where we needed direct help, or just guidance and also was very good at working independently.
Joanie had great ideas on how to pack up various things we would be using for the 4-5 months we were out of the house (like our spices, jewelry, documents, ands so much more). We managed to part with a lot of things, avoiding the expense of having them in storage. We will certainly try to work with Joanie again on any future projects!
I moved here from Austin with my two young kids during a difficult divorce, with no energy to unpack my new apartment. Joan and I worked together over the last couple of months to help me move in and organize, taking into account how things made me feel. She gave me permission to release what didn't serve me or my kids (toys! clothes! papers!), and I learned how to ground myself in my home, by working alongside her and watching her work. Joan gave me style books from her library, gently encouraging me to consider my interests, and discovered some GREAT furniture finds from local buy-nothing groups. She offered wonderful advice when I opined that organizing on my own was emotionally difficult, and brought spirit into our collaboration and into my home. And today, my kids did their laundry with ease because of her encouragement to have a system in place. THANK YOU <3
Details: Space planning • Storage advice • Removal of unwanted items • Paper management • Moving preparation • Closets • Bedrooms • Kitchen • Bathrooms • Storage area • 1,000 - 1,500 sq ft • Very unorganized
Alchemy Home Organizing's reply
Thank you so much Avelynn! It was such a joy to help you set up your new home and create a space to support this new chapter of your life.
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Rixie D.
Sep 9, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Just spent the afternoon with Joanie! She is an amazing, bright shining light ... we tackled all the clothes spaces in my bedroom today. There were at least 7 bags of give away. And, she is doing the drop off at the thrift store for me! She was easy and comfortable to be with - my closets and drawers look wonderful. I would highly recommend her for all your organizing and space clearing needs. I'll be having her back next month for sure!
Details: Removal of unwanted items • Storage advice • Space planning • Closets • Kitchen • 500 - 1,000 sq ft • Moderately organized
Alchemy Home Organizing's reply
Thank you so much Rixie! It was a delight working with you and I look forward to our next session :)
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Summer E.
Dec 3, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Joan was very helpful with decluttering and giving me great organizational ideas. I’ve booked a future session to have her help me with design ideas! Can’t wait to work with her again!
Details: Storage advice • Space planning • Closets • Bedrooms • 500 - 1,000 sq ft • Moderately organized
Alchemy Home Organizing's reply
Thank you so much Summer! Looking forward to working with you again!
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Noah E.
Sep 21, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Joanie was awesome!! She helped us to de-clutter out children’s playroom and basement. She came on time, had great ideas about how to declutter our space and make it more organized and interactive for the kids. She worked non-stop alongside us get the job done. We would highly recommend her for anyone considering organizing, de-cluttering, or decorating their home.
Details: Removal of unwanted items • Space planning • Storage advice • Basement • In-home office • 1,000 - 1,500 sq ft • Moderately organized
Alchemy Home Organizing's reply
Thank you Noah! It was so much fun transforming your space and helping you reclaim it from the overwhelm of the kid’s toys!
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Credentials
Background Check
Joan Atkinson
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Our rate is $80/hr per organizer, with a 5-hour initial session, after which we have a 4-hour minimum on sessions moving forward. There is also a possibility to do prep-work in advance via Zoom so we can hit the ground running when we meet in person.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Whether you just moved or have lived in your home for decades, I work with you to develop a clear, personalized vision of the home you desire. We start by discussing the needs of your project on a phone call. Each project is unique, so I may ask you to send some photos in advance to help me strategize prior to arriving. Once I know more about you and your project, I'll match you with the Alchemy team member that will be the best fit.
From there, we set your first appointment, and the work begins!
With most large projects, we begin with a 5-hour intro session. This serves almost as an in-depth consultation. Your organizer gets to know you, your space, your needs, and will be able to make significant progress decluttering and/or organizing right away.
Packing and unpacking jobs typically require more than 1 organizer at a time and can be scheduled in anywhere from 4-8 hour increments.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Masters Certificate in Interior Design from Heritage School of Interior Design, 2018
8 years of experience as a team member and leader of a small business (2012-2020)
6 years of professional home organization (2018-2024)
