As we approach the Solstice we are not only reminded of the beginning of winter but the depth that winter holds for us. The solstice is a gentle reminder of rebirth in the midst of darkness. That we are granted this offering each and every year, and that this year our ritual holds a little […]

Whether we are conscious of them or not, there are parts of ourselves still hurting and unhealed, buried deep within our hearts. Some of these self-parts may still be very young, originating from our childhoods. Some of these wounded self-parts, in a very real sense, are still stuck in the past, trapped in their own […]

During the fall and winter season, there is nothing sweeter than the aroma of freshly baked goods wafting from the oven. I have a bit of an obsession with baking, obviously because of the delicious payoff.  It’s also such a relaxing activity and a great opportunity to continually practice mindfulness in our downtime. These apple […]

Working out. Exercise. Some people live for these very words. They live for the sweat dripping down their neck, the refreshing taste of water after a long set, the satisfying ache in your muscles as the day comes to a close. For other people, working out is definitely not on the top of their to-do-list. […]

There are two aspects of the self: the Silent Witness, and the “stuff” (thoughts, feelings, sensations, memories, fantasies, impulses, etc) that is witnessed by the Silent Witness. This witnessing self is neutral, objective, calm, unchanging, and peaceful. The Silent Witness always exists in the present moment (the “Eternal Now”). The mental, emotional, and physical activity […]

Sunlight filled days in summer spent lounging by the pool and drinking iced tea are perhaps some of the fondest memories of the year. Summer and sunlight seem to go hand in hand, so it’s no surprise that most seem happier in June, July, and August. In fact, studies show that on sunny days the […]

As a therapist who is invested in learning about the many ways to hold space for my clients to explore their own path to healing, I began to search for therapeutic tools that not only honored the mind’s role in healing but also supported one’s experience of their body. In my search, I came across […]

I’d like to take a moment to introduce you to my fur-baby, Bambi. She is an 8-year-old, Sharpei-Lab mix who I’ve been blessed to care for the past four years. I adopted her while living in Montana. From the second day I brought her home, she came to work with me and has been a part of my therapy sessions with […]

Easter can mean many different things to different people. Whether you celebrate with religious meaning, or just a spiritual connection, Easter can teach us about finding our purpose through re-alignment and connection, especially in the society we are living in today. Many holidays, especially religious ones, are celebrated at the change of the season, and […]