My Approach

I am trained in a somatic mindfulness-based style of therapy. Somatic means “relating to the body.” Mindfulness has several definitions, but I like Jon Kabat Zinn’s phrasing of “paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally.” Essentially, I’ll be inviting you into the present moment exploration of your body sensations, thoughts, memories, impulses, and emotions.

Why take this approach? In my experience, it is the most effective way to learn about ourselves, to befriend what we find, and to move beyond limiting patterns into who we are called to be. Research shows that mindfulness has been linked to reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and stress, and enhancing emotional regulation, attentiveness, and well-being. Somatic therapy has been shown to effectively treat symptoms of trauma, PTSD, attachment wounding, and other stress-related disorders.

Not only is it effective, but it’s a gentle, attuned, and even playful way to engage in therapy. When we work in this way, your immediate experience is our guide. Our bodies contain invaluable wisdom and direction on the healing path, and by trusting what organically emerges in your experience, you come to see for yourself the naturally healing capacity of our bodies and minds.

Although this is my specialty, I aspire to meet every client where they are at. Some days we just need to talk through something, or share memories from our past, or vent about something we’ve held all week. I will meet you there as well. As therapy research shows, what matters most in predicting positive outcomes in therapy is the quality of the therapeutic relationship. So above all, I hope to communicate safety, understanding, realness, and love to my clients.