My background is based in Mindfullness training and Soto Zen. I am both an ordained Buddhist and practicing house holder. This foundational practice of meditation and insight, helps me work with clients in the moment, working with breath and mind to let a new language arise.
Spirituality can mean so many things to so many different people. What does it mean to you? Sometimes we feel like we can't talk about it with our therapist, however for many of us spiritually is a core element of our being and it is ok to bring it up. I welcome incorporating spirituality into therapy, no matter what your spiritual or religious beliefs are, as well as for atheists and agnostics. As an ordained minister in the Buddhist faith, I have my own commitment to a spiritual path and knowledge of many other spiritual traditions. I also have specialized training in contemplative practices such as mindfulness and self-compassion.
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MFT #123769, CPT
Spirituality means something different to everyone. Some like the word, some dont. Either way, we all need meaning to move forward. I'm well educated and practiced in
Psychologist, Past Life Regression, Energetic Management, Holistic Psychology, Coaching, Inner Space Therapy (IST)
Spirituality is a deeply personal experience. One of the many challenges that spiritual seekers often experience is loneliness. When we first start on a spiritual journey there is often an experience of our inner world not being in balance with the outside world. Our values and beliefs undergo a series of reevaluations. We often experience a feeling of no longer belonging in our social groups, outgrowing our relationships and past choices that no longer feel true. This is often accompanied by a process of grief, emotional reactivity and self-judgement, this is often referred to as purging . All these experiences while common and necessary on the path of awakening, can be quite intense and disorienting. I help my clients go through this process of purging and reestablishing the new self-identity by systematically exploring and integrating the light and shadow parts. This facilitates a sense of greater clarity and alignment, which honors the client's own unique journey.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LAADC-S, MAC, CCMHC
I have a deep value in spsirituality, and for those clients that feel it is appropriate to them, they can feel safe discussing spiritual issues with a therapsit who has years of experience with spiritual and transpersonal counseling.
With a background in the arts, trauma-informed yoga, and working with non-ordinary states of consciousness, I believe creativity, somatic awareness, spirituality, and transcendent experiences can greatly inform mental health and well-being. I welcome the exploration of these experiences in our work together, as I help you move toward a life of greater fulfillment, meaning, and joy.
I am a deeply spiritual person and love supporting clients in discovering and incorporating into their lives their own relationship with spirituality. Spirituality can be a big support to us in our lives.
Pre-Licensed Professional, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (103346), Certified Yoga & Meditation Instructor
I have experience working with clients who have deep spiritual and existential questions. I am not only trained in somatic psychology, but I am also a Certified Yoga and Meditation Instructor. I appreciate bringing in ancient yogic practices, buddhist tenants, mindfulness practices and also encourage clients to identify what their spiritual beliefs and values are; I encourage clients to explore their higher purpose and define their idea of a higher power and what they believe spiritually.