Empowered Wellbeing, Trauma/Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Dissociation and Addiction Recovery Care (She/Her)
Life Coach, view my credentials online at: www.recoveringfromwithin.com/credentialslongform
Online in United Kingdom, California
(Online Only)
We started our practice supporting Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse to recover from the effects of their abuse and complex grief, and continue to center that care. Our practice includes support for trauma, complex trauma, dissociation, associated and co-occurring health and chronic health needs, anxiety, depression, addiction, personality disorders. We also offer integrative mental health care for mold toxin and some other environmental toxin exposure, and some TBI and PCS symptoms, as well as support for folks with chronic health related mental health needs that intersect with the above traumas. We offer intersectional care that is decolonizing, supports those impacted by systemic abuse, and supports affirming neurodiversity. We integrate TIST-- Trauma Informed Stabilization Therapy, DBR -- Deep Brain Reorienting to recover from Shock, IFS-- Internal Family Systems Work, PVT-- Polyvagal Theory, AT -- Attachment Theory, Nonviolent Communication, Inner Child Work, IPNB -- Interpersonal Neurobiology, Bonnie Badenoch's IPNB and dyad work, Memory Reconsolidation, Coherence/Existential Level of Care, BrainSpotting, DARE Attachment Model, CranioSacral (for mind, gut, and acute trauma recovery), Mediation/Relational/Partners/Couples Support, Functional Mental Health Care via Psychiatry Redefined Training and BioIndividual Nutrition, Integrative and CAM Health Care (herbalism, homeopathy, remote Traditional Chinese Medicine and other CAM Care), Student-Directed Learning Pedagogies (from Education), compassionate Parenting and inner Re-parenting, ... and a strong Intersectional and Social Justice Framework to support clients to recover from the debilitating effects of traumas and myriad effects of traumas, facilitate clients being centered in their own sense of self, develop healthier boundaries, cultivate self awareness (mindfulness), understand and parse power structures for healthy discernment ... and move towards more fulfilling self actualization that is compassionate, inclusive and also eco-relationally congruent.
We are a POC/GM Practice with a decolonizing orientation and Intersectional framework. Red lines are red lines -- we don't support abuses of power systemically and culturally. We are supportive of indigenous peoples and other systemically marginalized peoples, and their rights to safety, parity, sovereignty and dignity. If you are interested in support, we'd love to work with you!
Our focus has been on supporting adult survivors of childhood sexual trauma and torture, folks recovering from narcissistic trauma, folks recovering from oppressive hegemonic systemic trauma and/or folks recovering from these traumas along with recovering from toxic mold exposure.
We do work with individuals with other needs who are active and engaged bystanders and activists advocating alongside the most systemically oppressed for systemic change for the greater good of the whole global community, prioritizing care for the most marginalized. We also support those who are actively stopping and recovering from committing moral injury and boundary transgressions and willingly doing the work to repair and become bystanders with their privilege rather than violent enactors. This is a no mass media and state propaganda zone.
If you are interested in support, please ask! We'd love to work with you.
Keywords: Sexual Abuse Survivors Care, DV Care, Trafficking Trauma Care, Colonial Oppression Care, Torture Care, Complex Trauma Care, Dissociation Care, DID, DDNOS, CPTSD, BPD, Narcissistic Abuse and Bullying Trauma Care, Workplace Trauma Care, Mold Recovery Care, Chronic Health Related Care, Integrative, Functional, CAM Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Homeopathy, Flower Essences, Herbalism, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Intersectional, Intersectional Feminism, Progressive Internationalism, Anti-Racist, Anti-Oppression, Inclusive, Mediation, Repair, Attachment, Transformative Justice, Human and Civil Rights Affirming, Honoring International Law; DBR, IFS, TIST, SPI, PVT, SSP, IPNB, RLT, CI, BSP, Inner Child Work, Psychiatry Redefined Fellow, CranioSacral, Zero Balancing, Somatics Lab, Ethno-Traditional, Eco-relational
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Hispanic / Latino, LGBTQ+, Men, Middle Eastern, Native American, Pacific Islander, Persons with Disabilities, Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Biofeedback / Neurofeedback Teaches people to control body or brain activity using real-time monitoring. It’s often used for stress, anxiety, ADHD, and migraines.
- Brainspotting A therapy that uses eye positions to access and process unresolved trauma. It helps release emotional and physical pain held in the body.
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) Builds skills in self-kindness and compassion toward others. It is especially helpful for people who struggle with shame or self-criticism.
- Developmental Therapy Looks at how childhood and developmental experiences affect current challenges. It aims to repair unmet needs and foster healthy growth.
- Eclectic Therapy Draws from different therapeutic methods based on what fits each client best. It is flexible and personalized rather than following one single model.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Feminist Therapy Addresses how gender roles, power, and social inequality affect mental health. It empowers clients to challenge limiting beliefs and systems.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) A short-term approach focused on improving relationships and social support. It is often used for depression and grief.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Neuropsychology Examines how brain function affects thinking, memory, and behavior. It often involves assessment and rehabilitation strategies.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- Sandplay Therapy Uses sand trays and miniature figures to allow symbolic expression. It is especially helpful for children and trauma survivors.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Approach Description: Integrative Practice for Individuals, Partners/Couples, Small Groups, Organizations, and Parents; Integrative, Functional, Intersectional and Holistic Trauma and Addiction Recovery Support; Re-birthing/Birth Trauma, Grief and Loss Recovery Intensives; Western Modalities Integrated Include: TIST Trauma Informed Stabilization Therapy (Janina Fischer Model), DBR Deep Brain Reorienting, Memory Reconsolidation (Frank Corrigan Framework), Internal Family Systems (IFS/IFIO), Coherence/Existential work, Non Dominating Handwriting, SEGAN, Parts Mapping, Mindfulness, Nonviolent Communication (NVC), Polyvagal Theory and Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), Attachment Theory, Neurodevelopmental Models, Inner Child Expressive and Somatic Work, Ancestral Healing, Meditation, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Bonnie Badnenoch's Work, Psychiatry Redefined Functional Mental Health Care Fellowship Certified, Neurodiverse Care Certified, Mold and Environmental Toxin NeuroPsych Functional and Integrative Care Trained, CranioSacral and Zero Balancing Trained, Somatics Lab Certified, Energy Work, Yogic Principles, (RLT) Relational Life Therapy, Simplicity Parenting, (incorporates Gottman Approach/Research)
Education & Credentials
Empowered Wellbeing, Trauma/Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Dissociation and Addiction Recovery Care view my credentials online at: www.recoveringfromwithin.com/credentialslongform
- Female
- Practicing Since 2011
Education: www.recoveringfromwithin.com/credentialslongform
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee Tiered Rates Based on Relative Economic Privilege and Needs; Please ask if you're interested in 12-Week Scholarship Waitlist
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- Sliding scale is available. Please visit my website for details -- will be updated by late September.
- Out of Network
- none at this time; sliding scale waitlist available
Empowered Wellbeing, Trauma/Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Dissociation and Addiction Recovery Care Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of United Kingdom, California
- Online Therapy Details: Zoom, Telehealth or Phone; Can work with folks anywhere nationally and internationally (not just US and UK)
Though we have a waitlist, we try our best to reach out within the same month that the inquiry is made. We will be updating our admin systems through the month of August, so new clients will be onboarded in late August and September. Please check spam folders for my response. I work with Individuals, Partners and Couples, Parents and Groups. Sessions are delivered via Zoom online or phone. We work with people anywhere on the globe. Sessions are typically 1-1.25 hrs and recur once a week. Options to attend multiple times a week are based on scheduling availability and need. Sliding scale is based on need and availability. Scholarship for marginalized community members is offered based on availability and need. Our practice is Decolonizing and Intersectionally focused. It was originally founded to support the most marginalized and activist bystanders -- we are focusing on returning to those roots and will prioritize clients with those needs for support. Contact via my website is preferred. Email and Phone call inquiries have a longer turn around time. We honor you on your journey and look forward to working together if our practice is a right fit.