Somatic Therapists in Pawtucket, RI

Offering Walk Therapy: outdoors, in-person, year round, dogs invited. I’m licensed in MA & RI & will consider well-aligned virtual clients as well. My current practice is very queer/trans, multi-racial, poly, neurodivergent, spiritual, artistic, working in helping professions, embodied, & politically-engaged. Folks who thrive with me appreciate direct feedback, authenticity, & strengths-based ways of building safety & courage to go after the lives they want, relationally & professionally. I find that the walking modality, in combination with EMDR & somatic practices, are a trustworthy resource for addressing complex trauma.

Life is heavy right now and you don't have to carry it all alone. At the heart of my work is the belief that your relationship to yourself serves as the foundation for meaningful and intimate connection with others and the world around you. Using a holistic approach we'll explore the barriers that keep you from the life you truly desire and deserve.

We all benefit from a place where we can go to get wisdom, guidance, and support for our transformation, a place that nourishes and nurtures our soul and spirit. There are times in our lives when this becomes an imperative, when we are looking to breakthrough a major block or navigate an intensive period of transformation and want to dive deep beyond what we access in our everyday. Other times we are simply inspired by some inner calling to reach towards something more. Learning how to engage in this courageous work is the key to creating what we want and loving what we have. This is what I offer.

I offer a safe and confidential space where you can begin or continue your journey to wellness, empowerment, self-acceptance and peace of mind. You will have access to proven therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT and the innovative Lifebook Technique that I developed over 25 years in practice. Lifebook facilitates and enhances negotiation skills for achieving reciprocal relationships through proactive communication, self-advocacy, emotional regulation and empowerment. Experiencing positive outcomes, a safe and nurturing internal dialogue replaces self doubt while experiencing internal validation independent of external validation

Minds think just like lungs breathe. Bodies feel what is happening in and around us. Actions are always happening. These three events are interwoven and part of our human experience. Sometimes though, these events cause more stress than we want and know what to do with. Sometimes we have have habits that were helpful in certain situations but are no longer serving a positive purpose, and others we care about are telling us this. If you are struggling with thoughts and emotions that have become difficult to be with and/or with behaviors that are taking you away from living your healthiest self, I would enjoy talking with you,

I work with people who want to improve the quality of their life. Whether it is a mood disorder, traumatic experiences, PTSD, relationship issues, medical illness, performance enhancement, or stress management, therapy can be an opportunity to put your life in order and to learn life sustaining skills. My style is supportive and collaborative. I am trained in EMDR, Marriage and Family Therapy and as a Medical Psychotherapist. I have extensive experience working with people who have medical issues that impact the quality of their life.