Cognitive-behavioral therapy, often simply referred to as CBT, is an evidence based approach that involves the practice of examining your thoughts and noticing how your interpretations of situations influence your reactions. First, you notice your regular cognitive distortions, and then you begin to challenge them. As you challenge what you once assumed to be true, your perceptions will begin to shift, and with these shifts, your reactions will change, with the result being a targeted change in behavior.
Mindfulness is the act of being present in the moment and noticing what is going on both within you and around you. You will be introduced to several exercises and be encouraged to practice daily. These meditative exercises will train your mind to notice your thought patterns, as well as associated emotions and physical sensations. With this attention, your thought habits will naturally change, as will your emotional reactions. |
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Inclusive TherapyWe all have many different parts to our personalities. Some parts appear to be functional and healthy, while some seem destructive or self-sabotaging. Most people want to deny, let go of, or banish these "dysfunctional" parts. What if we look at it differently? What if we see every part as serving some sort of purpose? These shadow parts will not stop what they are doing until we stop and recognize them. They have something to share. Maybe the message appears painful or destructive at first, but let’s listen more deeply. What’s underneath that? And what’s underneath the next layer? And the next? Eventually, you’ll find it: the message that unaccepted part of you has to share, and it will almost certainly be of great value. Oftentimes, what we are missing in life is simply a lack of connection. In our busy lives filled with constant distractions, we can lose touch with what is real and important. If this is the case with you, I will work with you to physically plug yourself back in and reconnect with yourself. From this connection, we will then work on cultivating your connection to your community and to the natural world. |
Somatic TherapyI am a Certified Yoga Instructor and a yoga practitioner for over 25 years. I also have specialized training in Trauma Sensitive Yoga, Yoga for Mental Health, and Yoga Nidra. I incorporate simple, restorative yoga practices (stretching, breath work, meditation, chakra work) into my work with clients as is appropriate and desired. The body holds keys to unlocking emotional pain, while the mind sometimes spins us in circles. Relaxing the body can relax the mind. Our physical self also reminds us of our place in the world, of our connection to ourselves and to all life.
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HoursM-F: 9am - 7pm
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Telephone831-566-9976
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