Someone asked me the other day, “so Kitty, what makes you different from other professionals and why should I choose to work with you?” I could just say something like “I like working with people and enjoy helping individuals work through their process” but that isn’t enough and honestly that just doesn’t fit my personality. (footnote: I am a little buddha but I also use humor and a lot of sci-fi references in my work if that helps you make your decision before you read more about me…. ) Here’s a little bit about my training and background. Then you can make an informed decision! This is about choice and making the choice that is right for you!
I came from a place where I felt I like needed to make a difference in the world. I choose to make mental health and personal growth and development not only a career but my life style. My undergraduate degree is in Human Services Management. That degree was a primer for me to acknowledge that I was on the right path to helping and empowering people. It enabled me to gain an overview of how the systems within human services and mental health work together in order to help individuals and communities.
It started to get real for me when I choose my Masters Degree in Counseling. This was amazing and transformative. I was truly learning how theory and practice helps people! A huge step of my journey was complete! From there I began working in settings (forensic therapy settings then private practice) that would set me up for where I am today.
Through this process, I have completed trainings in EMDR/Eye Movement Reprocessing and Desensitization Levels I & II, Sound Therapy, Comprehensive Energy Psychology Level I, Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy Essentials, I-Rest Yoga Nidra Teacher Training, and T.R.Y/Trauma Recovery Yoga Teacher Training.
Currently, I am working towards earning a PhD in Integrative Medicine that is focused in Quantum Biology that combines energy psychology and the mind body connection. Honestly, this integrative medicine program brings together all the energy trainings, meditation, yoga and my personal belief systems together with a big fat bow on top! I couldn’t feel more confident in the knowledge that I am gaining in order to be more helpful to the people that I serve.
So the question is… Do you wanna work with me? Do you find value in all of my experiences and training? I have been called the little buddha and little ninja because of my compassion, empathy, knowledge and style in working with individuals. I hope you allow me to explore your life and bring healing and empowerment into your being.
Namaste and Live Long and Prosper
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