psychotherapy.
a time dedicated for you to practice being with you.
Psychotherapy serves as a reflective arena where individuals can engage with and reclaim both parts of their psyche and body that have been relegated to the unconscious through the process of socialization. These disregarded, unacknowledged, and often judged aspects of our inner selves form the unconscious “shadow” each person carries. Each person’s shadow lives within their body, subtly influencing the direction of our lives. Each shadow is unique, encapsulating diverse elements like sexuality, creativity, innate talents, and intense emotions like anger and grief. If you desire to have a greater influence on the trajectory of your life and live in connection with your innate talents and authenticity, you must bring the light of awareness to the unconscious shadow within your body. Building a relationship with your body is how your life changes.
Recognizing and integrating the unconscious shadow held in your body into your conscious awareness diminishes its unseen influence over your life. This is how you live an authentic life as the unconscious shadow is no longer your fate.
individual psychotherapy.
The psychotherapy sessions I offer focus on deepening the synergy between your mind and body, acknowledging that every fibre of your being holds the imprints of your life's experiences. This understanding forms the foundation of our work together as we venture into the realm of your innermost self, guided by the wisdom stored within your body.
As your psychotherapist, I am here to support you in unravelling the unconscious narratives embedded in your physical being, enabling a more profound connection with your most authentic self. This process is essential for empowering you to address and navigate the complexities that have prompted you to seek psychotherapy.
In this therapeutic context, you will be invited to break away from cyclical, detrimental patterns and relational dynamics that hinder a richer, more meaningful flow of life by building a relationship with your body. The unconscious “shadow” material resides within the body; if you are to stop calling the unconscious your “fate” and having it dictate your life, you must connect to your body. The body is our greatest resource and reconnecting to the wisdom of the body is how you stop repeating past patterns of pain.
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Your sessions are designed to fluidly navigate between uncovering these unconscious narratives and grounding the insights derived from them into a renewed perspective so that your life, as it is today, can change. The perspectives you gather by exploring the unconscious material in your body may reshape your understanding of yourself, your relationships, and your past, directly influencing your approach to the current challenges in your life.
Rooted in a client-centred, mindfulness-based, and feminist approach, our therapeutic journey integrates somatic psychology principles supported by contemporary insights from fields like interpersonal neurobiology. This approach ensures that our work is grounded in the long-standing principles of psychoanalysis and blended with more current psychotherapy practices and perspectives.
commitment.
The path of psychotherapy I offer is one of deep, sustained reflection, where you will be invited to examine the intricate patterns and themes that weave through your life's narrative over an extended period. For you to truly benefit from my approach and see significant shifts in your self-perception and life direction, I recommend dedicating at least six months to working together weekly. In my experience, this timeframe is the foundational period necessary to build a relationship with your body, expose and explore your unconscious shadow material, integrate the insights gathered and embody the new wisdom gained in your everyday existence. It is common for individuals to extend their engagement, drawn by the desire for a more in-depth exploration of their inner world. The opportunity for deep, transformative work is precious, and spaces are limited, as they tend to fill quickly. If you resonate with this approach and are curious about how it might illuminate your path, I invite you to schedule an online consultation as openings do arise. During the consultation, we can discuss whether my approach is appropriate for the shifts and changes you desire in your life.