Somatic Attachment Therapy
My philosophy
I believe we each have within us an innate ability to heal ourselves and our relationships. My job is to help create the conditions for my clients’ own inner healers to take over and direct the healing process. I do this by using somatic (body-based) techniques alongside traditional talk therapy to provide my clients a richer therapeutic experience.
My approach
I guide my clients to expand their awareness into the sensory input that the body is constantly sending to the brain as a way to access previously hidden insights and safety. When we learn how to find safety and connection within us, we can then learn how to connect with others more authentically.
My Story
I am a first-and-a-half generation Indian-American immigrant (born in India but moved to the US as a young child) that loves basketball, nature, dogs, and the occasional video game.
My own personal therapy journey was my first introduction to the world of mental health, but my experiences working with kids and teenagers with emotional and behavioral difficulties inspired me to pursue a career of my own as a therapist. Witnessing the healing impact of the connections I made with these young people led me to the conclusion that relationships are the key to living a good life, and my training in Marriage and Family Therapy during graduate school served to reiterate this truth.
My greatest skill as a therapist is the grounding influence of my presence, cultivated through over 15 years of meditative and yogic practices. My sincerest hope is that upon first meeting me and throughout our time together, my presence, my training, and my relationship with you will help you get the most out of this work.