Discover the magic within you
Welcome to Healing
MIND
EMDR is a revolutionary therapeutic approach that combines elements of psychotherapy with bilateral stimulation techniques, such as eye movements or tapping. It is a bit of a rebel intervention as it breaks from traditional therapy where one just talks about what is upsetting – rather you have a healing experience with the trauma at its core. EMDR therapy activates the brain’s natural healing mechanisms, allowing for the reprocessing of distressing memories and the development of new, adaptive insights. Your own brain holds the wisdom you need to resolve your pain. I’m just a guide with some tools.
BODY
Our body is a fascinating landscape filled with information, wisdom, and truth which leads to liberation from suffering. When we build a relationship with this inner landscape and familiarize ourselves with our body, we build a profound and often surprising relationship with our Self. As human beings of this world we are not body and mind, but bodymind together. The first example of evidence based reasearch for IFS showed that IFS-based interventions had positive effects on patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Since then it has been shown to be effective for PTSD, depression, phobias, grief, substance use, and some physical health conditions.
SOUL
You can grow through your pain by incorporating your spiritual beliefs, values, and deepening your connection to your inner wisdom. Working with a therapist who holds this human experience as a sacred spiritual practice will exponentially support your evolution and growth. IFS emphasizes self-compassion and acceptance, aligning with the principles of holistic wellness that prioritize self-awareness, self-care, root cause healing and personal transformation. I want to support you where the worlds of psychology and spirituality meet.
My resume is listed below, but what I bring to the relationship is so much more.
SELECTED CONTINUING EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
2024 Unburdening your Exiles with Dick Schwartz; retreat in Molokai, HI
2024 Unattached Burdens & Guides in IFS Therapy with Robert Falconer
2024 Consultation Group with Robert Falconer
2023 Externalizing Parts Through Drawing, Multiplicity of the Mind Training Institute
2022 Nonviolent Communication with Leah Boyd & Clarity Services
2022 EMDR 5-Day Intensive through EMDR Consulting
2022 Brainspotting with Tracy Gantlin-Monroy
2021 Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) Practitioner
2021 IFS, Level Three, Richard C. Schwartz & Alexia Rothman
2021 Therapeutic Art Life Coach Certification, Udemy Learning
2021 IFS; Negotiating Relationships with Richard C. Schwartz & Sarah B. Stewart
2020 IFS, Level Two, Deepening & Expanding with Pamela Krause and Jim Andralis
2020 Brianspotting with Katherine Allen
2019 IFS, Level Two, Deepening & Expanding with Kay Gardner & Katelyn Staecker
2019 IFS; Inspired Coaching; Aligning the Inner System, Online course
2018 IFS, Level One, Introduction to IFS with Kay Gardner & Mona Barbera
2018 IFS; Kripalu Program with Richard C. Schwartz & Sarah B. Stewart
2017 Education Technician III, The State of Maine, #91886
2017 IFS; IFS & Meditation with Dick Schwartz & Loch Kelly, Online course
2017 Safety Care, High Severity One & Two, Margaret Murphy Center for Children
PROGRAM ASSISTANT FOR LEVEL 1 & LEVEL 2 TRAININGS FOR THE IFS INSTITUTE
2021-Present:
I assist the Lead and Assistant Trainers in running the trainings and teach the model to participants within the small group practice sessions. I also lead home and practice groups in training while demonstrating the model within those groups, assisting participants in understanding, and implementing the model, while working with an awesome team to create and ensure safety, confidentiality, and community. Trainings I worked at so far:
#676 – 2021, #657 – 2021, # - 2023, #959 - 2024
Let's Connect!
Ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth? Share a bit about yourself, and let's start this exciting adventure together! Looking forward to chatting with you soon!