Just as there are many different styles of talk-based therapy, there are also many different styles of creative arts therapy. What differentiates one facilitator from another will be their influences, personal practice, and the modalities they have trained in.

My background is in health and fitness, with a bachelor's degree in contemporary dance and performance. I am also trained in yoga therapy, pranayama (breathwork), meditation, and yogic philosophy. In more recent years, I have studied trauma theory, neuroscience, movement-based expressive arts, psychology, and dance movement therapy (DMT). My approach to healing and wellbeing is comprehensive, holistic, and integrated.

Drawing from trauma theory, I recognize the impact of past traumatic experiences on our bodies and minds. I do my utmost to work respectfully alongside you as we create a safe, supportive environment for you to explore your emotions, movements, thoughts, and varied forms of expression while fostering empowerment and control over your healing process. Insights from neuroscience help us acknowledge the intricate connections between the brain, nervous system, and bodily responses so we can build regulation, resilience, and neuroplasticity.

Psychological principles underpin the therapeutic process and help guide us through self-exploration and emotional processing. The integration of expressive arts allows for a non-verbal and creative exploration of one's inner world, offering a unique avenue for communication, integration, and healing. Incorporating yogic philosophy further enhances our explorations by emphasizing mindfulness, breath awareness, and the mind-body connection. This holistic approach includes mindful movement, breathwork, and creative practices, and facilitates a deeper understanding of our physical, mental, relational, and emotional states.

By synthesizing these disciplines, my unique version of movement-based expressive arts therapy becomes a transformative journey, offering a pathway to integrate and heal trauma, cultivate resilience, and rediscover a sense of wholeness and sustainable wellbeing.