My therapy approaches are rooted in the unwavering belief that transformation begins in a space of safety and trust. I create a supportive environment – online or in person – where we collaborate as equals. Together, we explore beliefs, patterns, and emotional blocks that may be holding you back from the connection you desire.
I integrate insights from attachment theory, neuroscience, and biopsychology to help you understand your relational challenges. Using psychosomatic practices, we listen to your body’s wisdom and transform reactivity into choice and disconnection into understanding.
I am deeply mindful of the power dynamics within the therapeutic relationship and work to create a true partnership with you, grounded in mutual respect and collaboration. My therapy approaches support you in connecting with your inner wisdom, exploring obstacles and empowering you to move forward with clarity and intention.
This collaborative approach places you at the center of your healing journey, encouraging active engagement and fostering meaningful growth. Together, we untangle the roots of disconnection, creating a foundation for the love, connection, and authenticity you are ready to claim.
Is it your time to embark on this journey?
Credentials and Professional Development
I hold a Special Ed degree and MA in Counseling (Austria, USA) and following certifications:
Certified in Montessori Pedagogy (Germany)
Certified in NVC, Nonviolent Communication
Certified in Hakomi
Level 2 in PACT, Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy
My eclectic background and education includes the following evidence-based-practices and theories: Attachment Theory, Trauma Work, Nonviolent Communication (NVC), Mindfulness, Polyvagal Theory, IFS (Internal Family Systems), Psychosomatic Approach including Hakomi, PACT (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy), Earth based Spiritual Healing, Jungian Flavour.
Attachment Theory
Attachment Theory explores how early relationships with caregivers shape our ability to form connections throughout life, affecting how we trust, feel secure, and relate to others.
Trauma Work
Trauma Work is about healing from past wounds, regardless of their origin, size or impact. It involves acknowledging painful experiences, understanding their influence, and processing them so they no longer dictate our emotions or behaviors.
Nonviolent Communication
Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is a method of speaking and listening that emphasizes empathy and understanding. It encourages clear expression of needs without blame or judgment, promoting more compassionate, respectful, and meaningful connections with others.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness is the practice of fully engaging with the present moment, noticing what is happening right now without judgment or distraction. It helps reduce stress, enhance clarity, and deepen our connection with ourselves, fostering greater emotional awareness and resilience.
Polyvagal Theory
Polyvagal Theory explains how our nervous system responds to feelings of safety and stress. It helps us understand why we react the way we do under pressure and provides insight into how we can regulate our responses, fostering a sense of calm and deeper connection with others.
IFS (Internal Family Systems)
IFS (Internal Family Systems) is based on the understanding that we consist of different parts, each with its own thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, such as the inner critic or the nurturing voice. Healing happens when we acknowledge, understand, and integrate these parts, fostering a deeper sense of internal coherence and a more unified sense of self.
Psychosomatic Approach including Hakomi
The Psychosomatic Approach, including Hakomi, focuses on the connection between the mind and body, using mindfulness to uncover how emotions and past experiences are held in the body and how to release and heal them.
PACT (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy)
PACT (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy) helps couples understand their emotional and nervous system responses. By combining knowledge of attachment, neuroscience, and communication, it helps couples understand and heal their emotional and relational patterns, fostering deeper connection.
Earth-based Spiritual Healing
Earth-based Spiritual Healing blends psychospiritual practices with the rhythms of nature, using rituals, the energy of the earth, and the elements to promote healing. It recognizes the presence of spiritual elements and beings, fostering a deep sense of balance by honoring the natural world and recognizing the interconnectedness of all Life.
Jungian Flavor
Jungian Flavor incorporates Jungian psychology, focusing on the unconscious, archetypes, dreams, and personal growth, helping individuals understand the deeper layers of their psyche and integrate them for greater wholeness.
I am also very inspired by the work and trainings of following fellow practitioners:
With Corinne Diachuk and Katie Spataro I studied the Wheel of Consent.
I really appreciate the work of Akilah Riley Richardson with whom I trained as well as have been in supervision with. One of her focuses is on how to address systemic trauma and relational privilege in therapy.
In addition to Stan Tatkin, I am exploring the work of Jessica Fern and Esther Perel; each of them enriching my work with couples and relationships.
Growing up I was exposed to Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’ work on grief and have since also studied with Julia Samuel and David Kessler.
I extensively studied the Attachment Model throughout my college years and beyond. Later on Diane Poole Heller and Tirzah Firestone, as well as Gabor Mate and Terry Levy informed my work.
Bayo Akomolafe is a Nigerian-born scholar, writer, and social justice activist known for his work in the fields of psychology, trauma, and decolonization. Since participating in his offerings I have been sitting in this question: Whose imagination of therapy am I sitting with (quoted from Akilah Riley-Richardson)? Bayo Akomolafe emphasizes the importance of shifting from traditional, Western ways of thinking about healing and social change, advocating for an approach that integrates indigenous knowledge and practices.
Another person influencing my work is Resmaa Menakem. His approach combines somatic experiencing and trauma healing, emphasizing how individuals and communities can process and release generational trauma through body awareness and understanding. He is widely regarded for his pioneering work on the intersection of race, trauma, and healing in contemporary society.
