ABOUT FACING EAST THERAPY
About Me
I'm Emmy - I'm an artist and in Carl Jung's words, a wounded healer archetype. I came to counseling through my own pursuit of healing trauma wounds and now use the tools I learned to hold space for others. I'm a licensed professional counselor associate. My undergraduate degree is in Studio Art from The University of Texas at Austin, and I hold a Master's of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University. I completed my practicum and internship hours through Capital Area Counseling. My focus and training include mindfulness, internal family systems, psychedelics and integration, and somatic exploration. I am fortunate to be supervised by Reem Glasco, LPC-S, SEP.
My Approach
I believe that therapy is about creating a safe environment in the presence of another nervous system to explore the wisdom and tools you inherently have and to integrate lived experiences. As the client, you carry the natural longing for healing on your own, therefore you are the guide. Together, we will work to build trust and a relationship that can support inner transformation. More often than not, the patterns and mechanisms that are used in everyday life come up in session - these are moments to observe and explore with curiosity. I will bring compassionate attention to these moments as to learn from them.
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The foundation of my approach is primarily somatic and experiential. What does this mean? It means I will be tuning in to and tracking the body (both of our bodies because we are both present in session, but with a focus on your body) and it will be our gauge and compass to work with and respond to capacity (your ability to stay present with sensation/discomfort). If there is capacity, we will mindfully engage with parts (emotions/thoughts/sensations/memory) in a transliminal space (if comfortable to do so, closing your eyes and taking an inward gaze) to tune into your inner awareness while staying connected to me and my voice in the external space.
This practice is ideal for those looking to expand capacity for big sensations or intrusive thoughts, seeking rest and separation from big emotions, interested in shifting your relationship to your feelings/parts of yourself, or interested in generally exploring your inner landscape/dreams/imagination.
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I also offer psychedelic preparation and integration. I use a harm reduction model to offer you tools and resources for you to make informed decisions for yourself. I also love working with those curious about exploring consciousness work without using psychedelics through tools such as visualization journeying, mindfulness, guided meditation, tea drinking, and more.
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Who Are My Clients
My clients are successful, smart, hardworking adults who have the appearance of a healthy and happy life, but feel like something is missing. Whether it is suffering from relationship/communication issues, perfectionism and negative self-image, overworking, or addictive coping mechanisms, I work with clients who at the core, have a maternal disconnection; biological mother or nature (Mother Earth). As a result, are not functioning in line with their values or ideals. This could be individuals who are adult children of alcoholics, caregivers, wellness industry worker, therapist, or someone seeking a spiritual practice. If any of these things sound like you, you are in the right place. I look forward to connecting.
