Frequently Asked Questions about my practice

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CBT is a type of therapy that helps you notice the connections between your thoughts, feelings, and actions. It’s like learning how your mind “talks” to you, and finding ways to shift that inner voice so you can feel and act differently in daily life.

In CBT, the therapist and client work together in a structured way. This often includes:

• Talking through specific situations that caused stress or strong emotions.
• Identifying the automatic thoughts or beliefs that came up in those moments 
• Exploring whether those thoughts are realistic or helpful.
• Practicing new ways of thinking and responding.
• Using between-session “home practice” (like journaling, thought logs, or trying new skills) to reinforce progress. 

The goal of CBT is to give you practical tools you can use outside of therapy to feel more in control of your thoughts and emotions.

SPI is a gentle kind of therapy that helps you pay attention not just to your thoughts and feelings, but also to what your body is doing. Trauma and stress often get “stored” in the body — like tension, feeling frozen, or shutting down. SPI helps you notice these patterns and gently shift them, so you can feel safer, calmer, and more connected.

• You and your therapist talk at your pace, without being pushed into painful memories before you’re ready.
• You may be asked to notice body sensations, posture, or small movements.
• Together, you’ll explore how the body and mind interact and practice new ways of responding.
• The focus is on creating safety, grounding, and healing from the inside out.

MI is a style of therapy where the therapist helps you explore what you want for yourself — not what others think you should do. Instead of telling you what to change, the therapist listens closely, asks guiding questions, and helps you discover your own reasons and confidence for making changes.

• The therapist listens with empathy and avoids judgment.
• They ask open-ended questions to help you talk about your goals, values, and concerns.
• Together, you explore what changes might feel right for you, and what steps you’re ready (or not ready) to take.
• The focus is on building motivation and self-confidence, not pressure.

Reiki is a calming practice where the therapist lightly places their hands on or near you to help your body relax and restore balance. Many people describe it as a warm, peaceful feeling that reduces stress and promotes healing. Reiki can also be offered as distance healing, which means it doesn’t require physical presence.

For in person Reiki healings:

• You remain fully clothed, sitting or lying down in a comfortable space.
• The therapist gently places their hands above or lightly on the body 
• Many clients notice warmth, tingling, or deep relaxation.
• Sessions may bring emotional release, physical comfort, or a sense of inner peace.

For Distance Reiki

• You and your therapist agree on a set time for the session.
• You find a quiet, comfortable place to sit or lie down at home.
• The therapist connects with you energetically from a distance (no physical contact needed) 
• You may be guided through relaxation, breathing, or visualization to help you receive.
• Many clients notice sensations such as warmth, tingling, calm, or emotional release.
• Afterward, you may share reflections with your therapist or receive intuitive feedback about the session.

Energetic Healing practices, including Reiki, offer supportive modalities for all belief systems. Intuitive and Channeled Guidance can further enrich the healing process. Spirituality, in its various forms, is embraced as a neutral aspect of healing that supports diverse belief systems.