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NAVIGATING THROUGH THE REALM OF PAIN; YOU ARE NOT ALONE HERE.
I firmly believe that healing manifests within the framework of relationships—with ourselves, others, and the world. By embracing our genuine, unfiltered selves, complete with imperfections, we uncover a profound sense of belonging, security, and centeredness.
A SECURE BEGINNING FOR YOU AS YOUR POWER IN RESILIENCE IS REVEALED.
I extend an invitation to join a space where your authentic self can find expression. There are no expectations on how you should present yourself, and there’s no ‘right’ way to exist in this space. Be yourself. Your presence here is a journey toward healing.
EMBRACING TRAUMA AND/OR GRIEF AS A TRANSFORMATIVE CHAPTER; BUILDING CONNECTIONS, MAKING PROGRESS.
I thrive in engaging with clients actively pursuing a richer life; possessing drive and motivation, aspiring to enduring transformations. Your willingness to embrace discomfort at the edges of your individual limits demonstrates your commitment to exploring the unfamiliar in the pursuit of creating the life you aspire to live.
I integrate EMDR therapy, Brainspotting, somatic approaches, and attachment principles to facilitate your work. Through somatic-based therapy and a focus on attachment, we will collaborate to unveil your power, strength, and healing capacity, emphasizing the intricate connection between the mind and body. This approach enables us to delve into emotions and experiences that may elude verbal expression but have profoundly influenced you.
Recognizing that the healing process is intricate and unique to each individual, I’ll partner with you to establish a space and relationship tailored to your specific needs, where curiosity and challenges intertwine. Together, we’ll craft reparative and healing experiences, whether through traditional weekly sessions, half-day or full-day intensives, or as an adjunct therapist for EMDR.
NURTURING YOUR CONNECTION TO THE LIFE YOU ASPIRE TO LIVE IS PARAMOUNT.
Sitting across from me, you will encounter my humanity. I embrace a relational, straightforward approach, valuing authenticity and honesty. I invite you to reciprocate by being authentically human and honest. I will never ask anything from you that I’m not currently practicing or haven’t done before. In fact, I also participate in therapy!
Being a counselor is a mid-life career shift for me; I was a teacher for many years before transitioning to counseling. Finding passion and satisfaction as a therapist-healer, I am trained in Brainspotting and I am a Certified EMDR therapist and EMDRIA Approved Consultant. It’s an honor to walk alongside colleagues growing in their healing work.
While all this is admirable, my greatest successes, delights, and joys are my four adult children and their families. Being a grandparent is surreal. However, sharing in the most incredible parts is my husband of 30 years; we have been in full-time ministry together for over 3 decades.
ME AS THE CLINICIAN.
My clinical training encompasses interpersonal neurobiology (IPNB), attachment, and family systems. I’m trained in Polyvagal Theory and Somatic integration, frequently weaving these modalities into Brainspotting and EMDR treatment to further reduce and resolve symptoms. I’ve completed numerous advanced training sessions in EMDR and Brainspotting, specifically for trauma and grief. I’m passionate about the intersection of psychology and theology.
It’s an honor to journey with individuals for a brief period in their life journey as I live out my mission of supporting change makers—those who decide to live out their dreams and the potential of who they were created to be. You are invited to contact me; Use the link to email or call 512-661-2912 and leave a text or voice mail with your name and some convenient times over the next week that offer you the privacy you may need for me to reach you and I WILL get back to you as soon as possible.
