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As a woman navigating the complexities of life, I understand how heavy the societal expectations can be. Whether you’re a mother, planning to be one, or simply embracing your identity as a woman, you’re likely feeling the weight of various roles and pressures. The truth is, we all deserve a space to breathe, heal, and explore our emotions without judgment.  I customize my therapeutic interventions based on your specific needs, drawing from a rich toolkit that includes:

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Bottom Up Therapy: In my therapy practice, I focus on supporting mothers and women through a bottom-up therapy approach. This method emphasizes understanding the physical and emotional experiences that shape your thoughts and behaviors. By exploring your feelings and bodily sensations, we can uncover deeper insights and foster a greater sense of self-awareness. Together, we will navigate the complexities of your experiences, allowing for growth and transformation in a nurturing and affirming environment.

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Brainspotting: This innovative approach taps into the brain’s natural ability to heal by identifying and processing deeply held traumas. For women, especially mothers, who often carry the weight of attachment wounds and emotional burdens, brainspotting offers a gentle yet powerful means of accessing difficult emotions and memories without having to relive them fully. By focusing on specific eye positions that correlate with these feelings, clients can release stored trauma, leading to a profound sense of relief and empowerment.

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Somatic Practices for Self-Regulation: Our bodies hold onto emotions, and for mothers navigating the complexities of parenting and personal identity, somatic practices provide a way to reconnect with the body and its wisdom. Through techniques like breathwork, movement, and mindfulness, women can learn to regulate their emotional states and ground themselves in the present moment. This practice not only alleviates stress but also fosters a deeper understanding of how past experiences, including mother wounds, affect their current lives and parenting.

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Trauma-Informed Care: Recognizing that many women, particularly mothers, have experienced trauma, trauma-informed care is about creating a safe, supportive space for healing. This approach emphasizes understanding the impact of trauma on a woman’s mental health and parenting. By validating their experiences and fostering resilience, mothers can begin to break cycles of trauma and build healthier relationships with themselves and their children, ultimately nurturing a more secure attachment style.

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Mother Wound Work: In my therapy practice, I focus on helping women and mothers address the "mother wound," which refers to the emotional injuries stemming from unmet needs in the mother-daughter relationship. This attachment injury can lead to feelings of inadequacy and difficulties in establishing healthy boundaries. Together, we create a supportive space to explore past experiences and emotions related to their mothers, allowing clients to reframe their narratives and cultivate self-compassion. By addressing these wounds, clients can heal and foster healthier relationships with themselves and others, breaking cycles of pain and empowering their sense of self

 

Memory Reconsolidation: This fascinating process involves updating and changing the emotional charge of distressing memories and core beliefs.  For women and  mothers who may carry guilt or shame from past experiences, memory reconsolidation offers a pathway to reframe these memories, allowing for healing and growth. By working through these memories in therapy, women can transform their narratives, fostering a more compassionate self-view that enhances their capacity for self-love and to also parent with love and awareness.

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Talk Therapy: Sometimes, the simplest approach is the most powerful. Talk therapy provides a welcoming space for mothers to express their thoughts and feelings openly. Here, they can explore the challenges of being a woman, motherhood, the impact of attachment trauma, and the complexities of their emotional lives. With the support of a therapist, women can gain insights, develop coping strategies, and find a sense of community, making the journey of self-discovery feel less isolating.​

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These methods offer more than just tools for healing; they provide a comforting embrace, allowing you to dive deep into the parts of yourself that may have been overlooked. They help us unpack those heavy feelings, especially those tied to attachment trauma and the myriad of expectations placed upon us. My work history reflects a deep commitment to supporting women and mothers in New York City’s syringe exchanges and harm reduction centers, where I have witnessed the resilience and strength of those navigating complex challenges. This experience has fueled my passion for inclusivity and understanding, ensuring that every woman—whether she chooses to have children or not—deserves the chance to reclaim her story, to find strength in vulnerability, and to flourish beyond the limitations imposed by society. Together, let’s embark on this journey of self-discovery and empowerment, because you are worthy of that journey.