Dedicated to the freedom to explore and express the authentic self
Our natural state is a quiet peace that is free from unreasonable worry and strife. There is an ease in being with others that is neither strained nor contrived. Our connections are naturally fulfilling and give us a sense of belonging. Ordinary life is a joy.
Over time, we develop patterns of relating to people that are not fulfilling and even become detrimental. We develop self-limiting beliefs that deprive us of the fullness of life. We develop coping habits that may give us temporary relief but ultimately keep us trapped. The past dominates our lives.
We all have the natural ability and desire to heal. Just as the body has the innate ability to heal abrasions, our minds and spirits have similar abilities. We crave deep human connection because this is how we heal. By being present with another person and allowing them to become the compassionate witness to our troubles, and trusted collaborator in our search for solutions we begin to find that our habits and expectations shift. The therapeutic relationship becomes a vehicle for healing.
This work must be done gently. You will need the guidance of someone who will keep you on task but at the same time allow you to go at a pace that feels safe. You need someone you can learn to trust. We enter into a collaboration that is itself a form of meditation. By learning to be present to each other in the therapeutic setting a new possibility for being in the world emerges.