Empowering others has always been a driving force in my life. My outlook is rooted in research-based knowledge as well as careful listening and compassion — always custom fit to each client.
whole person approach
By paying attention to our needs, strengths, and resources, we can harness the power within our very own body, mind, and emotions to learn and grow in the ways we need to.
My goal is to provide the right tools and approaches needed to resolve negative thought patterns, beliefs, and the resulting behaviors.
With a strong grounding, we can get to a place of mastering the challenges inherent with living, working, and thriving in Silicon Valley. We can get to a place of empowerment and confidence.
COMMON STRUGGLES
HOLISTIC PERSPECTIVE
EMDR & NEURO
Neuroplasticity results in our ability to change and grow. EMDR, CBT, and other approaches I use are effective in facilitating lasting change
business minded
Having spent 15 years in corporate & consulting settings, I have a deep empathy for the challenges inherent in high-powered environments
cultural outlook
Having lived in Germany, Australia, Canada, France, England, and multiple regions in the US has given me a great respect for different outlooks
mind & body
Passionate about mindfulness and taking care of our bodies, I am a certified yoga teacher (RYT-200). I teach in person and online.
coaching
I believe that during and at the end of therapy clients should have a practical, personalized toolkit to help them handle future challenges
health & wellness
As a certified sports nutrition coach (Pn-1), I fully believe that food can play a role in how we heal and care for ourselves
EXPERIENCE
education
MBA - University of Regensburg / Oxford Brookes University
Masters in Social Work - University of Missouri
EMDRIA Certified EMDR therapist and Consultant-in-Training
EMDRIA Conference Paper Reviewer
Other trainings including Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1, IFS for EMDR, and more
Certified Yoga Teacher (RYT-200)
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (Polaris Insight Center)
President ASKP3 Therapist Advisory Panel (2022)
Trial therapist for FDA approved psychedelic trials (5-MeO-DMT and Psilocybin), sponsored by Usona 2022/23
MAPS - MDMA-assisted therapy - 2022 cohort
Mindfulness and Meditation Teacher (Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield MMTCP training - 2023) - For classes and workshops please see the News page and subscribe to my newsletter
teaching & speaking engagements
I am a frequent conference speaker, workshop teacher, and podcast guest on topics such as empathy, joy, emotions at work, emotional wellbeing, and work-life balance and involved in organizations focused on female leadership and empowerment. I have taught at Stephen’s College and William James College and ran a popular InTouch Networks online webinar called The Confident Woman Director in the UK and the US.
additional information
YouTube Channel - mindfulness, yoga, befriending emotions, and more
“We are not survival of the fittest, we are the survival of the nurtured.”
-Dr. Lou Cozolino, Clinical Psychologist