I have limited morning/early afternoon openings for new clients.
Somatic Psychotherapy Online in New York and Massachusetts
Please contact me to schedule an introductory call
I have limited morning/early afternoon openings for new clients.
Please contact me to schedule an introductory call
I am a Licensed Psychotherapist.
I offer therapy online via teletherapy, to residents of New York and Massachusetts.
A creative, kind, and gentle approach to trauma-informed psychotherapy, with an emphasis on mindfulness, body awareness, and somatic practices.
Adults over the age of 18 who wish to heal, grow, and find purpose in life.
My approach to therapy tends to be a great fit for:
Somatic Psychotherapy honors and incorporates the intelligence of both our bodies and minds. By examining the ways in which thoughts and feelings are related to physical sensations, we develop a more nuanced understanding of ourselves in relation to the world around us.
If you're open to it, I'll guide you through simple somatic (body-based) exercises to help increase self awareness, and we'll talk together about how what you feel in your body relates to what's going on in your life.
Chronic health challenges can be so isolating, and can contribute to depression, anxiety, and trauma symptoms. My approach to therapy for pain is multifaceted, including talk therapy, mindfulness, expressive arts, and somatic movement.
I'll help you identify triggers, develop self care skills, and learn how to regulate your nervous system so that pain will be less disruptive.
I will also offer you deep empathy and compassion, and a safe space in which to be honest about your difficulties.
This approach to therapy recognizes that the arts and creativity provide a vehicle for self expression, connection, healing, and meaning when words aren't doing the trick.
Depending on your interests, we can use any creative medium to help you express yourself, including dance/movement, poetry, journaling, music, writing, painting, drawing, collage, and more...
This way of making art is not about creating a "perfect" or "pretty" picture. It's about taking what's on the inside and giving it shape on the outside, so that you can feel seen, understood, and appreciated for who you are.
Authentic Movement is a contemplative practice in which a mover closes her eyes and waits for an inner impulse to move or be still.
Moving freely while following sensations, thoughts, images, and ideas provides a bridge to the unconscious, and through movement, the unknown becomes known.
During the period of movement, a non-judgmental witness holds space, tracks her own responses to what she sees, and provides a silent, attentive presence to the mover.
Following movement, there is a period of time during which the mover may use creative art making to crystallize her discoveries. Dialogue is also an option, with the mover having the opportunity to speak and receive feedback if desired.
In my practice, I make a safe space for women living with Endometriosis. I know how hard it can be to find a helper who really understands what it's like to live with this illness, and I make a special effort to welcome those who are struggling with the mental, emotional, and spiritual impacts of living in a physical body that doesn't always work very well. I will offer you practical, actionable support and guidance to help you heal and create a life you're happy to live.
My Endo story is probably a lot like yours, and I have helped many people like you process the hard feelings and take steps towards feeling well.
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