Holistic Therapy

I integrate more traditional forms of therapy, including psychodynamic therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, with breath work, mindfulness, somatic experiencing and EMDR. I believe that increasing awareness of our physical, mental and emotional experiences helps us to heal and cultivate self-compassion.

Washington Psychological Wellness is proud to provide an integrative & holistic approach to treatment. Holistic mental health emphasizes the entire person (bio-psycho-socio-spiritual model) and not just on their symptoms or presenting problems. It reaffirms the importance of the relationship between clinician and client, is informed by scientific evidence, and uses all appropriate therapeutic approaches, healthcare professionals, and disciplines to achieve optimal health and healing.

As an expert in Holistic Therapy, my qualifications and expertise have been forged through years of specialized training and hands-on experience. My commitment to holistic approaches originates from a deep understanding that mental well-being is interconnected with physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. In my practice, I consistently apply the principles of holistic therapy, which entails treating the person as a whole - body, mind, and spirit.

Holistic Therapy is important because it incorporates our whole-person (i.e. body, mind, spirit) needs into the healing process. For example, the unmet needs of our creative spirit can negatively impact our sense of self-worth or how stretching in the morning can relax our minds. It's all connected!

Holistic therapy utilizes a range of techniques to help individuals understand their symptoms. In addition, such strategies are designed to foster a greater sense of self-awareness to better understand the connections between their body, mind, and relationships and how these elements play a role in mental health. Mindfulness practices are utilized as well as learning how to self-regulate emotions and nervous system. Walk & Talk therapy would be a great option for this approach.

Holistic therapy recognizes the profound connection between the mind, body, and spirit, considering them integral parts of the whole person. With the support of a holistic therapist, clients embark on a journey of deepening awareness and acceptance, embracing the complete self. This approach emphasizes the importance of listening to both the mind and body, fostering a spiritual understanding that promotes holistic well-being.

Holistic therapy aims to integrate all facets of your being - mind, body, spirit - in order to achieve overall wellness. Rather than being symptom-focused, holistic therapy takes into account what makes up the whole-person.

I work with a professional and empathetic approach. I consider all behavioral changes that might disrupt the wellbeing process. This session utilizes an integrative blend of psychotherapeutic modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and interpersonal solution-focused therapy curtailed to meet the individual's unique needs.

I find the holistic approach complimentary in working with life transitions which can be a change in the body, mind, or spirit. My education and experience in hospice and palliative care and specializing with adults and aging have lead me to assess and treat people with a biopsychosocial and spiritual model taking into consideration the entire human being and their life experiences that will guide discovery, transformation and the willingness to thrive.

I have received a graduate certificate in Holistic Health from Saint Catherine University and have completed a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional training

I utilize a holistic, mind-body-spirit approach in my work, which means I draw from a variety of western and eastern practices to help you find the peace and happiness you are seeking. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I believe in the power of meditation and eastern philosophy and enjoy sharing these holistic approaches with those interested.

In having a holistic approach I acknowledge that people have a whole environment of different factors, some helpful and some harmful.

Mental health doesn't exist in a vacuum. All parts of who you are as a person can affect (and be affected by) your mental state. I encourage people to examine what they notice in their mind, heart, body, and all different aspects of their life. This allows us to feel more whole as human beings, and can improve our relationships with all different pieces of our lives.

I believe that the body is connected to the mind and the mind is connected to the body. In addition to being a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am also a Certified Yoga Instructor, Meditation Instructor, and Peristeam Hydrotherapist in training. I have also traveled internationally to certify in traditional Mayan healing practices and Caribbean herbalism.

I empower women to cultivate a profound connection with their bodies. I take a holistic approach to therapy... it's not all talk...but rather, it's an embodied, spiritual experience. I honor all aspects of the human experience...so whether you're a little witchy, a little woo, want to dive deep into ancestral work, or want to talk about plant medicine. I'm here for it all! You are a dynamic being...so I want to honor all of you In our sessions together!

I have been especially drawn to holistic therapy since I worked in early childhood development and watched as bodyworkers unwind trauma and tension in little ones' bodies, without using words. Since then I have certified in infant massage instruction, taken five multi-day courses in cranio-sacral therapy, and trained as a Reiki Master. Since 2018 have been immersed in personal study of herbalism and the work of Medical Medium Anthony William for addressing chronic illness.

Somatic or body-based therapies are a bottom-up approach to treatment. Our group specializes in somatic therapies (EMDR, yoga therapy, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, and Mindfulness) that help people cope with raw emotions and reactions that show up in their bodies. These tools help take the body from feeling like it's in a place of danger or fight and flight and move it into a place of safety by regulating the nervous system and creating a safe space in therapy for processing.

In my sessions I have the option to incorporate Reiki, Hilot, movement, and/or tarot as supplemental modalities to traditional psychotherapy.