Transpersonal Psychotherapy
My psychotherapy practice is rooted in the theory of transpersonal psychology. Transpersonal psychology is an innovative field that includes the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of being human, and also embraces our more universal identities and our spirituality. In my work, I carry such beliefs and intentions as unconditional acceptance, compassion, and the idea that we all intrinsically move toward health and wholeness. My strength-based approach focuses on psychological wellness rather than on pathology. I consider symptoms to be messengers, directing needed attention toward areas of imbalance in our lives. I work from a holistic model, employing a variety of techniques such as guided visualization, dream work, mindfulness meditation, art therapy, and energy work. I view my therapist role as being a witness, a guide, and an authentic presence to accompany you along your healing path.
Web Sites:
- Association for Transpersonal Psychology
- Transpersonal Psychotherapy Dept at Naropa University
- Institute of Transpersonal Psychology
- Association for Holotropic Breathwork
- Grof & Holotropic Breathwork
- Shambhala – meditation & contemplative practice
- Contemplative Psychotherapy
- Integral Institute – Ken Wilber
- The Institute for authentic process healing – NYC
Selected Texts for Recommended Reading:
- Psychotherapy and spirit. Brant Cortright
- Paths beyond ego: The transpersonal vision. Roger Walsh & Frances Vaughn (Eds.)
- Textbook of transpersonal psychology. Scotton/Chinen/Battissta (Eds.)
- Toward a psychology of awakening: Buddhism, psychotherapy, & the path of personal & spiritual transformation. John Welwood
- Ordinary magic: Everyday life as spiritual path. John Welwood (Ed.)
- Sacred world: The Shambhala way to gentleness, bravery, & power. Jeremy & Karen Haywood
- Care of the soul: A guide for cultivating depth and sacredness in everyday life. Thomas Moore
- Essential spirituality: The 7 central practices to awaken heart & mind. Roger Walsh
- Everyday Zen: Love & work. Charlotte Joko Beck
- Contemplative prayer. Thomas Merton
- Zen mind, beginner’s mind. Shunryu Suzuki
- When things fall apart. Pema Chodron
- The places that scare you. Pema Chodron
- Start where you are. Pema Chodron
- Comfortable with uncertainty. Pema Chodron
- The adventure of self-discovery: Dimensions of consciousness and new perspectives in psychotherapy & inner exploration. Stanislav Grof
- The holotropic mind. Stanislav Grof
- The spectrum of consciousness. Ken Wilber
- The thirst for wholeness: Attachment, addiction, & the spiritual path. Christina Grof
