Dance Movement Therapy in Waelder, TX

I am passionate about helping people deepen their mind/body connection and using creativity for healing. Since graduating from Pratt Institute with a Master of Science in Dance/Movement Therapy in 2011, I have had the opportunity to work with all kinds of people in a variety of settings. As a board certified dance/movement therapist I offer individual therapy, group therapy, and supervise other clinicians.

Feelings and sensations are housed in our bodies. This is why the body in motion is our best tool to process life experiences, relieve stress, gain clarity and connect to your authentic self. If you are looking to develop a relationship with yourself and understand your own patterns as they show up in your life, I can help. Our bodies are wise and through movement, one can access parts of themselves that simply cannot be accessed verbally alone.

If you are looking for an easy to access location surrounded by beautiful trees and flowers for individual, group, family or couples therapy, I am here to serve you. I offer appointments inside or outside. Appointments can be relaxed sitting down or include movement if you are interested. I enjoy working with people of all ages. I specialize in working with people on boundaries, goal-setting, assertiveness, communication skills, changing thoughts and behaviors. I provide support when you are in crisis, need help with parenting and work with you to reduce symptoms that affect your everyday life.

Sometimes people are not sure what they need to help them live a productive, mentally healthy and happy life. That could be from issues of the past or present difficulties they are facing. My goal is to assist them to find the solutions they need to continue on in a healthy manner discovering how to face and conquer the issues of the past and/or of the present and future.

I believe therapy can be the greatest gift one can give themselves. It is an intentional time for personal growth. As humans we all find ourselves at some point feeling stuck and without choice. As a holistic centered therapist I believe that innate wholeness lives within us all and that wholeness is accessible through meaningful, supportive, connection. Together we will create a safe space that you can explore and ignite the parts of yourself that will guide you toward your values and creating a vital and full life. I'm committed to serving anyone curious and open to change.

Hello! I am so proud of you for looking for and reaching out for support. It would be an honor to step into your life with you. My approach is very relational, I seek to take a posture of curiosity as we explore whatever areas you may be looking for help or clarity in. I am an LPC-A, a registered Dance/Movement therapist as well as being trained in Biblical Counseling. These three different avenues provide flexibility in the way sessions are structured and can be adapted based on your needs and preferences.

As a mental health counselor, I love working with kids, teens, and young adults to develop practical and effective skills to help them navigate an ever-complicated world. Whether you have been in treatment before or are seeking therapy for the first time, I would be honored to provide a safe and comforting space that promotes understanding and growth. I firmly believe that every individual is going to need something different, and utilize my education and experience to support your growth!

People and their stories have always inspired and humbled me. Helping others to walk through their shadows and experience the light is a true gift. Earlier in my life I went through some difficult experiences. The wilderness, music, art, and movement helped me to feel and learn to move through those hardships. My connection with the natural world has revealed my inner potential and helped me to heal from traumas. I am dedicated to incorporating my knowledge of therapy, relationship to the natural world, yoga and expressive arts for each person I work with. I believe in feeling all of the human emotions with balance and intention.

Psychotherapy is an opportunity to engage in a supportive, collaborative, and dynamic partnership. Therapy is a creative process of self-exploration, self-discovery and self-understanding. With my clients' goals and needs always leading the work, I draw from my expertise in psychodynamic models of "talk therapy," dance/movement therapy, EMDR Therapy, and experiential mindfulness practices, to help my clients become unstuck and embody health, growth, and change.

28 year old Eliza, is the mother of 3. At 8 weeks postpartum, she is feeling overwhelmed. Her 4 year old was diagnosed with autism, and doesn’t dress or eat independently. This bright child is prone to meltdown or run-off in public places, and just when it’s time to go somewhere. His aversion to food, movement and clothing are sensitivities she experiences to a lessor degree. She’s exhausted, and needs to return to work soon. She’s concerned about the leaking of urine and pressure she feels in her pelvis. Jim, her husband wants their intimacy back, but she’s not ready. She wants to restore balance and ease to her life, and her body.

You are the expert on your life, and I'm here to offer new perspectives. I provide a safe space with unconditional, non-judgmental, and collaborative support during our work together. I can help craft personalized goals for a life full of all the things you feel might be missing. Let's find the life you want by healing the traumas of the past and freeing you to be your genuine self. Develop your ability to recognizing, name, and express your needs in a manner that affirms self respect and maintains the integrity of your relationships. You can heal and grow and feel better. I want to help you do just that!

Do you struggle in your personal relationships? Have you been in multiple relationships that went a little too quickly? Are you looking for external gratification instead of working from within? Have you experienced a car accident, being domestically abused, and or anything that was traumatic for YOU? If any of these questions resonated with you give me a call. I specialize in anxiety, borderline personality disorder, and trauma. We live in a world full of invalidation and sometimes all it takes to feel better is to be validated. Giving yourself one hour per week or per month will give you the ability to look within.

Welcome! I firmly believe that true and lasting healing and well being is achieved from within, as our bodies contain the wisdom needed to move beyond the behaviors, beliefs, and patterns that keep us stuck, preventing us from the fullest expression of ourselves. I will provide a warm, supportive, and safe space for you to develop a deep level of self-awareness, allowing freedom and possibility to emerge, so you may move confidently and purposefully into the life you desire. I would be honored to have the opportunity to partner with you at this time on your life's journey.

Do you keep recycling the same issues in relationships? Can't seem to move forward or achieve your heart's desire in life/career? Do you long for deeper connection with others but feel blocked by heart wounds and limiting beliefs? Building a relationship with someone who truly cares and believes in your healing is an important first step. Armed with a gentle presence and a ready laugh, I strive to create an environment where clients can get excited about the process and the change it creates!

Austin Trauma Therapy Center understands the ranges of psychotherapeutic approaches in use today and will integrate them as necessary. Often people struggle with utilizing unhealthy, adaptive coping skills to address symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other mood disorders. We can assist you with identifying strategies that will work for you to identify and modify maladaptive patterns that no longer serve you. Austin Trauma Therapy Center remains flexible, open and non-judgmental in an effort to cater to your unique needs while ensuring a high standard of quality care. Our approach is to meet you where you are in an authentic way.

Finding a counselor you trust can be challenging. My goal as a therapist is to help clients thrive: to gain clearer self-insight and discover how to gain their fullest potential, wellness, and satisfaction in their lives. I am dedicated to providing evidence-based, empathetic, and individualized counseling that empowers clients with the tools and skills they need to become their best, most balanced selves. In these uncertain and stressful times, self-care and mental wellness are more important than ever.

When seeking care, nothing is scarier to transgender and non binary folx than winding up with a provider who is poorly informed about the issues that face our community. From understanding discrimination and harassment and the various intersectionalities of our personhood to the process of transitioning and navigating this process, having a mental health provider who is affirming and competent makes a huge difference, whether your current mental health concerns are or aren't related to your gender.

Accepting New Clients! Creating a friendly, down-to-earth, and no-nonsense space for healing, I believe that authenticity is an essential component to the therapeutic relationship. Every small action has the potential to create big change.

A heart without fear speaks the truth. Here at Moonlit path counseling I believe in providing my clients with a safe space to express their concerns without fear of judgement. It is my goal to make sure my clients and I work in collaboration to identify core issues, and develop coping strategies that work best for them. We all walk down our paths in life, and at moonlit path my goal is to empower my clients to work through the obstacles that may arise along the way. I work with children, adolescents, couples and adults. I use an eclectic treatment plan specific to each client's individual need.