Services
- Individual
About My Clients
My clients are powerful and big hearted individuals who experienced setbacks that continue to affect their everyday life. They are hard on themselves and struggle with boundaries, but they are committed to work hard to overcome obstacles and make lasting changes. I work well with men and women who experienced childhood neglect and trauma - who lead successful lives but feel a sense of "not belonging" and may struggle to feel connected in relationship.
My Background and Approach
I teach body-centered skills that calm the nervous system so that you can "respond" rather than "react." Trained in a variety of effective modalities, including mindfulness and "Brainspotting," a profound and gentle process, effective via teletherapy. I also lead a 5-week group for adult women struggling with early childhood wounds. I know how painful life can be. Your brain knows how to help you, and I can help you access this inner knowing to live optimally. Focusing on PTSD, childhood wounds and mindfulness coaching, I have been serving clients for over a decade. I invite you to schedule a 20 minute consult to determine how I might be a part of your recovery journey.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I do not perceive the effects of trauma as a "disorder." While I think diagnosis can be helpful in some cases, in many cases it can pigeonhole a person. Symptoms are phenomena. Reactions are physiological, not psychological. Healing is holistic. Also, one of the reasons I appreciate Brainspotting is that it is, what creator Dr. David Grand calls, an "anti-oppression, liberation model." The relationship between me and my client is collaborative. I do guide a client, acting as a midwife of sorts. And then, I follow their lead, using whatever tools apply to the unique individual. I treat people of color and people with a variety of backgrounds and political beliefs. I am here to serve most, depending on the mental health requirements. I have read extensively about anti-racism and the effects of colonialism and I acknowledge my privilege.