Business Details
18 Years
experience
Professional Home Organizing Services
Founded in 2008, we have been dedicated to helping residents of Fairfield County, Connecticut, achieve organized, clutter-free living spaces. Our approach combines practical home organization techniques with mindfulness practices, recognizing the emotional connection people have with their possessions. With over 12 years of experience in decluttering, downsizing, and home organization, we bring a unique perspective shaped by our founder's background in yoga and meditation. Our services cater to diverse needs, from post-loss organizing to preparing homes for sale. We specialize in creating customized solutions that address each client's specific challenges, whether it's managing chronic disorganization, preparing for a move, or simply creating a more functional living space.Our team's expertise extends to paper management, storage solutions, and virtual consultations, making organized living accessible to everyone. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, as evidenced by our membership in the National Association of Professional Organizers and our affiliations with reputable real estate agencies. Our track record of positive client testimonials reflects our dedication to improving lives through organized spaces.
Services
Home Organization
Decluttering Services
Downsizing Assistance
Real Estate Staging
Move Management
Paper Management
Closet Organization
Estate Organization
Space Planning
Mindfulness Coaching
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We combine home organization with mindfulness techniques for lasting results
- Our founder is certified in both professional organizing and yoga instruction
- We offer customized solutions for downsizing, moving, and estate organization
- Our team has over 10 years of experience in home staging and real estate
- We provide both in-person and virtual organizing consultations
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Professional Organizers
What people say
Helped me focus
Warmth and compassion
Amazing talent
Transformed him
Functional, organized, beautiful
Services
Home Organization
Our home organization service helps clients create functional living spaces by sorting, purging, and organizing belongings. We develop customized systems tailored to individual lifestyles and needs. Our approach combines practical organizing techniques with mindfulness practices to ensure lasting results.
Decluttering Services
We specialize in helping clients eliminate excess belongings to create more spacious, peaceful living environments. Our decluttering process focuses on identifying what to keep, donate, or discard based on what clients truly need, love, and use.
Downsizing Assistance
Our downsizing service supports clients transitioning to smaller living spaces, particularly seniors moving to assisted living facilities. We provide comprehensive support including space planning, purging, packing, and coordinating moves with professional movers.
Real Estate Staging
We prepare homes for sale by creating organized, appealing spaces that attract potential buyers. Our staging service includes decluttering, minor repairs, and arranging furnishings to highlight a home's best features and maximize its marketability.
Move Management
Our move management service coordinates all aspects of residential relocations. We help clients organize belongings, pack efficiently, and schedule movers while ensuring a smooth transition to new living spaces with minimal stress and disruption.
People
Amy van Arsdale
Owner and Certified Home Organizer
Amy van Arsdale founded Cleared Spaces in 2008 after discovering the benefits of organized living while downsizing her family home. Certified as both a professional organizer and yoga instructor, she brings a unique perspective to home organization. With over 15 years of experience in decluttering and downsizing, Amy helps clients create functional spaces that promote mental well-being. She also works as a real estate agent with Luxe Latitudes, providing valuable insights into preparing homes for sale. Amy's approach combines practical organizing techniques with mindfulness practices to help clients achieve lasting results.
Questions
What is a professional organizer, and how can one help me?
A professional organizer helps clients take control of their environment by designing customized organizing systems. We can help you sort, purge, and organize belongings to create functional living spaces that reflect your needs and lifestyle.
Will my sessions with an organizer be confidential?
Yes, all our organizing sessions are completely confidential. We respect your privacy and maintain strict confidentiality about your personal belongings and living situation.
Does the organizer do the work or just explain how to do it?
We adapt to your preferences. Some clients prefer we handle all the work, while others benefit from working alongside us. We can also provide consultations to teach you organizing strategies.
How long does a typical organizing session take?
Sessions typically last 2-4 hours, depending on the area being organized and the level of intervention required. We'll provide an accurate estimate after assessing your specific needs.
Once I get organized, how can I stay organized?
We teach you organizing skills and create customized systems based on your lifestyle. We can also provide periodic maintenance visits to help you stay organized and reinforce good habits.
Should I buy organizing items before working with an organizer?
We recommend waiting until after your initial consultation. Often people already have too many organizing items that are being used inefficiently or for storing unnecessary items.
