It is life’s nature to hold both opportunity and challenge. In response to our history, circumstances and gifts, we create ways of living, thinking, reacting and relating that helps us live life in the best ways we can manage at the time. At some point, we may come to the recognition that we are struggling with a life issue that we cannot resolve or an awareness that beliefs upon which we have based our life have shifted. We may want to manage our emotional discomfort or notice a desire to re-examine life goals. We may long for a deeper connection with ourselves and others. But our past experiences, habitual thinking and behaviors may keep us hooked and we cycle back into unhelpful patterns even though some part of us desires to create change and a life that is contented and joyful.
I offer Counseling, Psychotherapy and other healing modalities rooted in a Transpersonal philosophical approach. Transpersonal Psychology is a psychology of health and human potential. Its focus is on wellness rather than pathology and is based on the belief that we are born intrinsically Whole.
Transpersonal Psychotherapy acknowledges life is a developmental process and our work begins “where you are.” Insight into unhelpful mental, emotional or physical habits can be a place to initiate change in our life. To strengthen new responses, action must follow insight. I may offer you a variety of life enrichment strategies to help you manage distressing emotions and gain skills to feel more self assured and confident as you create new life opportunities.
Exploring if your current beliefs support creation of the life you desire is another pathway toward new life choices made with integrity and in alignment with your personal goals. Mindfulness and Contemplative Practices support learning to treat yourself with compassion, encourages releasing the past, comfort with the present and commitment to intentional action. Reiki and Energetic Medicines may restore and balance the personal energy system fostering relaxation and healing. Shamanic Practices can empower and enhance connection with personal sources of wisdom and healing. These modalities may be accessed individually or integrated. Together we create a helping plan that best supports your personal goals.
“The most precious opportunity presents itself when we come to the place where we think we can’t handle whatever is happening.”
- Pema Chodron
