We all have an authentic self!  This self-energy is present within all of us, in the now moment.  Think of yourself as the sun shining brightly.  The sun is always there, but over time, clouds form due to our experiences of childhood, trauma, social environment and world environment.  Our perception of ourself is shaped by these experiences.  What happens over time is we think we are the clouds, when actually we are the sun.  The sun shines brightly, even if we can’t feel it or see it through the clouds.

My goal as a therapist is to help my clients awaken to their true nature or their authentic self.  This involves compassionately witnessing those disowned parts or aspects of themselves through a variety of techniques such as mindfulness and somatic practices.  Other techniques include healing from attachment and trauma wounding such as: Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), Grounding and centering techniques, and mindful awareness practices.  This is about healing our traumas, both big and little so we have more meaningful relationships, peace, joy and purpose in our lives.  Most importantly, it’s about being in the present moment and allowing your true knowing to lead your life.