Somatic Therapists in 94941

Early experiences result in our developing defensive structures that are meant to protect our vulnerability, but also create restrictions in our capacity to feel or perceive what is happening in the moment. This patterning shapes our perception of others, and also of ourselves. Although traditional insight-oriented talk therapy allows for an understanding which can harmonize our awareness with our everyday life, we embody early experience in ways that limit the power of insight to undo, and restrict our emotional intelligence. My orientation to psychotherapy is to work through emotional and experiential patterning, without bypassing the power of understanding.

My practice invites you to view the therapeutic process as an inquiry into the meanings and behaviors that are impacting your life. Together, we apply creative and somatic (body-sourced) techniques for navigating with awareness daily circumstances and relationships with others. Using a trauma-informed dialogue, we clarify and cultivate a primary relationship to your strengths. Your resilience, then, is directed with a dynamic skill set toward healthy relating and in mindful creating toward the fluid integrity you compose as your life.

I am a relational somatic therapist, which means that being real matters and the relationship that develops between us is important. Part of the process of therapy is buidling trust and cultivating an alliance. The work I will assist you with involves a sincere effort to go inside yourself and uncover what you're actually experiencing, and then communicate that. We can discuss your difficulties and identify how you can influence them.

All of us need support at different times in our lives. And when that time comes, it takes lots of courage to reach out, so welcome. I am a body centered psychotherapist, bringing in tools of trauma re-negotiation and resolution that I gratefully learned through my training in Somatic Experiencing. Together we will discover, through the wisdom of the body, your innate resiliency and capacity. Through my training and experience in Systemic Constellation work we will explore the dynamics of the family in ways that foster a healthy completion your family of origin. I look forward to talking with you.

Welcome, I'm Carter, a somatic therapist passionate about empowering people to discover their distinct voices. Through a holistic approach centered on body awareness and mindful exploration, I create a safe, sensory-sensitive space. Guiding clients in understanding how their bodies hold and express emotions, we uncover pathways to self-expression and healing. Sometimes it can be hard to sift through the noise of our world. By slowing down and tuning into our bodies we can illuminate the parts of ourselves that yearn to be seen and heard. I will support you to identify and honor your values, strengthening your authentic voice.

For over 33 years I have been blessed to work with individuals and couples who put their trust in me to facilitate their own personal healing. Clients have relied on my devotion, warmth, insights and authentic presence to hold them in a safe, sacred space. Through a collaborative exploration, we explore the thoughts, feelings, belief systems that are at the root of life-long patterns. Awareness of these patterns is crucial. However, lasting change requires more than insight. We need to directly experience and release the underlying energies and wounds that block your life force, so you can live and express your authentic gifts.

I am a license psychotherapist, trauma specialist and consultant who has been serving clients in Mill Valley and throughout CA since 2005. I bring 28 years of experience in the fields of body-based healing and psychology and began my somatic-based practice in Mill Valley in 1997. I offer Somatic Experiencing, Brainspotting, and spiritual modalities via tele-health to help people shift from outdated patterns so they can live more fully in 'real time'. Whether supporting individuals, couples, or adult families, I offer steadfast presence, deeply honed intuition, extensive clinical training, and profound love and care for people.

Growing up, we are exposed to many spoken and unspoken messages about our inherent worth, and what it takes to secure love and approval in our families and cultures. These self-beliefs, often unconscious to us, manifest in our nonverbal body language: the way we walk, talk, and own space in the world.

I practice Mindfulness and Somatic based Cognitive Therapy to help treat Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationship, and life's woes. Together we will understand what causes your suffering and create change. Our traumas, difficult relationships, COVID, loss, and heartache, can all be confusing and debilitating and influence us to live patterns of suffering through our behaviors, beliefs, habitual thinking and life circumstances. By discovering and practicing new behaviors you will learn how to relate to your thoughts, emotions, and body in a manner that allows you to live the life that you want to be living.

You're too hard on yourself. Others tell you this and you've thought "it's just how I am." And now you've found yourself caring more for others than yourself and still your inner voice is negative and critical - which causes low mood & motivation, isolation, anxiety, relationship distress, trauma triggering & coping habits that actually worsen things. I would like to introduce you to the kind coach inside yourself. In 15 years of practice it's clear to me: the barriers to healing and happiness are linked to our inner voice. Changing from critical to kind, changes everything. Let's help you uncover and love your best self!

I take a systemic, whole-person in-context view to my work. My approach is not one-size-fits-all, rather, we build our plan of care together. Your input on how we work together and where we go with that work is a huge part of the process. I openly acknowledge the inherent power dynamic in the therapeutic relationship, and work to shift that into true relational work - we work as a team. I strive to help you discover your innate capacity to heal, to grow, and am explicit about the methods I use in session to help bring about this capacity. Consent and open dialogue are essential to our work together.

I'm currently full and opening up my practice again in Fall '24. See link below to join my waitlist or ask me a specific relational question. I have spent over 20 years exploring my own mind/body connection and personal potential through yoga, meditation, hypnosis, triathlon training, rock climbing, cycling, and fire walking. My passion currently is working with couples in varying stages of relationship! I work best with people burdened with ineffectual patterns who know there is more to life than staying stuck! Let me help you transform your relationship to ignite more connection & kindness, playfulness & passion!

Your peace and healing are the focus of my practice. Seeing into people's hearts and watching them grow and strengthen is my greatest joy. Some of the therapeutic tools I use to support you on your journey towards emotional well being include cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, Gestalt and Post-modern therapies, motivational interviewing and somatic experiencing.

Do you feel as though you need tactile ways to manage stress and anxiety related to past traumas, sport performance or burnout? I offer Somatic Experiencing, a mind-body approach to heal trauma, increase emotional regulation and increase inner resiliency to past, current and future stress. I also offer coaching to higher functioning individuals and athletes. If you are a couple, I may be able to help improve your communication and trust. Ideally, after 8-10 sessions, you will be your own coach in stressful times and consult me as an as-needed basis (more cost-effective) as both an individual or as a couple.

Wholeness, Celebration, Joy, Dignity, Compassion are fundamental qualities of a life truly lived. Discovering who we are is our birthright. But we must walk our path to discover ourselves and go on the hero and heroine’s journey that asks us to step into the unknown, relinquish the things we know we must let go of and claim the truth we know is ours. By being our unique selves, our lives flourish and the world is a better place. Making your dreams come alive means being uniquely you. You’ll be able to say, This is my life, I’m taking it seriously and enjoying it! And yes, you can learn to say out loud and mean it: I love myself!

Sometimes anxiety, depression and trauma responses impact your relationships and work. My approach is to provide deep, abiding support to help you come back to center, allowing a more resilient self to emerge. Together we will build on your strengths to address life challenges with the aim that the consultation room is a safe space where actual life strategies are developed. You and I can address issues ranging from phase of life challenges, Work stress, relationship conflicts, trauma resolution, depression and anxiety management or the impacts of addictive processes in your life.

I help individuals and couples move past stuck points, ease anxiety and depression, heal past hurts and trauma, and transform relationship challenges. My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative, reflecting my commitment that therapy be a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel seen and understood. I work relationally, bringing my authentic self to our meetings, and offer gentle yet directive support that can help you address both day-to-day challenges as well as the deeper layers that lead to lasting change.

It takes a brave vulnerability to seek support and to begin understanding ourselves more deeply, but you don't have to do it alone. I believe that what matters most in this work is co-creating a therapeutic relationship based on trust & authenticity. Through undoing "aloneness." in experiencing emotional safety & the basic need of being seen & heard, we can begin to grow & heal. My approach is integrative & collaborative and involves connecting with your emotional & somatic experience as we explore your inner world and past/present life experiences & relationships in order to gain meaningful insight & understand yourself more fully.

Though you may not know how to best move through the hardships you are facing, being willing to meet yourself and being open to support is a powerful and brave starting place. Whether you are in the midst of a major life transition, are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-worth or relationship issues of all kinds, I am excited to be a trusted partner and ally on the path of you knowing yourself, trusting yourself and having greater fulfillment in your life. I offer multiple pathways of support so you can process your emotions in healthy ways and experience lasting positive change.