approach
In our sessions, you’ll find a safe, calming space where you can explore your inner world with confidence. My integrative approach blends mind-body awareness, emotional support, and practical strategies, empowering you to navigate life’s challenges effectively.
Enter a space of healing where mind, body, and spirit align to promote growth, connection, and resilience.
As a licensed professional counselor and somatic psychotherapist my approach is to help you make connections between the information your body is giving you (tension in the neck and shoulders, shortness of breath, bellyaches) and what you are thinking and feeling. Culturally, in North America we have been taught to bypass our physical experience and focus on cognitive development, but what we think is often the source of our suffering.
Creating Safety and Regulating the Nervous System
You don’t have to believe everything you think, and you don’t have to be in a state of hyperarousal, or completely shut down. These are workable issues and my intention is to empower you to change your experience in the moment. Using a combination of simple somatic techniques (orienting to your environment, becoming aware of breath and slowly, safely adjusting it), the Safe and Sound Protocol, or Brainspotting we will practice living in the Ventral Vagal part of your nervous system, the part that is designed to eat and digest food, to socialize, to trust, to feel safe and available for connection.
My therapeutic approach is filled with compassion and understanding for why you may have developed strong coping mechanisms (disordered eating, over-identifying work as identity, being defensive, fill in the blank) that are no longer serving you; there is no judgment in this space. There is endless opportunity when you show up and desire change. I believe that you can live a more expansive and embodied life and I have the tools to share with you to help you achieve your goals.
My therapeutic approach is filled with compassion and understanding, traits we often struggle to apply to our own challenges. I am passionate about my evolution as a psychotherapist and devote time and energy to continuing education in neuroscience and psychology. There is such an opportunity for empowerment through psychotherapy; I hope you will allow yourself the opportunity to learn and grow in this way.
Theoretical Underpinnings
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A powerful tool for accessing and processing emotional pain and trauma.
Focuses on the mind-body connection to enhance awareness and promote healing.
Offers a structured framework for exploring thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Examines how early relationships influence current interactions and emotional well-being.
Encourages self-compassion to combat negative self-perceptions and promote healing.
Identifies and builds upon your inherent strengths and resources.
Explores the spiritual aspects of your experience to foster deeper understanding and growth.
Provides guidance and support for professionals in the field.
Offers practical strategies and support to help you achieve personal and professional goals.
What to Expect
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Free 20-Minute Consultation
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Collaborative Goal Setting
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Personalized Assessment
My Process
Begin with a complimentary consultation to discuss your needs, goals, and any questions you may have about the therapeutic process. This is an opportunity for us to see if we’re a good fit for each other.
Together, we’ll establish meaningful goals and a roadmap for your healing journey. This collaborative process ensures that you feel empowered and engaged as we work toward achieving your desired outcomes.
During our first full session, we’ll conduct a thorough assessment to understand your unique experiences and challenges. This will help us identify the best approaches and techniques tailored specifically for you.
Ready to take the first step?
I offer a free 20-minute consultation to help you explore how I can support your journey. Together, we can begin the process of moving from feeling overwhelmed to flourishing.
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