As a Certified Hakomi Therapist my offering is a Somatic Experiential Psychotherapy modality that is gentle, non-judgmental, and compassionate; a form of assisted self-study where the client studies his or her responses to explorations in a mindful state of consciousness. We become aware and touch upon the very organizing experiences that have been a part of our habitual life - the patterns that no long serve us. We increase clarity, creativity, confidence and awareness and break through obstacles towards ease, connection and vitality. I am available for phone or online sessions.
I also offer The Tamalpa Life/Art Process®, a Movement-Based Expressive Arts Therapy model. This multi-modal approach assists in the development of somatic awareness, nurtures creativity, creates change and encourages integration. This process places the individual as the agent of change empowering personal responsibility and integrity.
An underlying metaphor and foundation of my Hakomi Psychotherapy work is the concept of Kintsukuroi, meaning, "To Repair With Gold:" The Japanese art of repairing pottery with gold with the understanding that the piece is more beautiful for having been broken. We don't hide our flaws, we illuminate and celebrate them.