Body-centered or Somatic Psychology is a field within psychotherapy. It’s not just taking a yoga class or walking during your psychotherapy session. Those activities, sure can be great too. There’s more to it as it relates to therapy though. In this video I’ll tell you more about Somatic or Body-centered psychotherapy. If the roots and theory are interesting to you, …
Beliefs and Hakomi Body-Centered Therapy
Negative Beliefs = Doorway to Change The Hakomi Method mixes and weaves together the best practices to help you get in touch with yourself. It’s a kind way to explore your inner world so that new choices feel more accessible. It pays attention to limiting beliefs because paying attention to them helps us walk toward change. People are invited to …
Pause for a Mindful Breathing Exercise
Mindful Breathing We are in it now. The busy holiday time, that is. Seems like no matter what, there are moments of too much activity, interaction and stimulus. As soon as you notice that you’d benefit from a break, go ahead and pause. Take a moment to invite mindfulness of body and breath. This short mindful breathing practice of three, …
Self-Care for Me and You
Wonder what keeps me fortified in my work with others? Short answer: self-care. It’s an afternoon like this. Welcome to my “other” office. I’m the spot of blue, hands up, at the edge of the patio. Whenever possible, I find myself tending to the more administrative side of life in a gorgeous setting. Part of what I rely on is …
Control 101: Where You Can Influence Your Life
This graphic pretty much says it all. Let it be a conversation starter about where and how you spend your energy. Ask yourself if you are on track for your best living. Do some adjustments need to be made? If you find that you are getting hung up on matters that are out of your control, pay attention. That is …
3 Q’s to Contemplate Your Entry into Autumn
These days, I’ve been spending as much time as I can manage outside. I’m trying to store up the soft breezes and warmth on my skin. I give myself even more credit if I’m barefoot, because connecting with the ground feels freeing and strong at the same time. Join me on my Mexican blanket to contemplate any of these questions …
3 Things I Love About Teaching at Naropa
Late Wednesday afternoons I teach. At least that’s been true for the past few years. Five years ago, I returned to the Naropa University class room, this time as an adjunct faculty instructor to teach a year long counseling skills class. Of course, when I was a student, working on my Masters degree in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology I was there …
Self-Acceptance Now
Right now, the arrangement of the heavens is in even greater support of self-acceptance. I am no astrologer, and the info is clear, that we are in a time that will support a deeper knowing of our wellness If you’ve been putting off working with your internal negativity, don’t wait. There is extra energetic support now for cultivating more self-care, …
Relationships and Co-Dependency
Relationships as Mirrors Commonly, in our thoughtful moments, we are trying to understand our relationships. In therapeutic work, the aim is to go beyond complaining about how and what your friend or partner does to upset and confuse you. At some point, the relationship must become a mirror reflecting you to yourself. Asking, “what is my role and part?” can …
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