The concept of the “inner child” represents one of the most powerful frameworks for understanding and healing emotional wounds carried from childhood into adult life. Pioneer John Bradshaw, through his groundbreaking work on family systems and recovery, developed specific meditative approaches for reconnecting with and healing these younger aspects of self. As a Gestalt therapist…
What is Hooponopono Meditation Hooponopono meditation or Ho’oponopono is an ancient Hawaiian technique used to heal and release negative emotions and blockages that affect our psyche, physical health and relationships with others. The word “Ho’oponopono” literally means “to make right what is wrong” and is used to establish harmony and balance in our relationships, both…
How to Overcome Depression: A Complete Guide to Recovery and Bringing Joy Back to Life Depression is one of the most common and serious mental health problems of our time. If you’re currently struggling with depression, you may feel like you’re trapped in a dark tunnel with no end. It’s important that you know –…
How to Overcome Anxiety: A Practical Guide to Conquering Fear and Returning to Balance Anxiety is one of the most common mental health problems faced by people worldwide. If you feel like fear and worry constantly follow you, know that you are not alone. Millions of people experience anxiety daily, and the good news is…
I am free. In the landscape of therapeutic concepts, few ideas hold as much transformative potential as the simple yet profound declaration: “I am free.” This statement, when deeply internalized, represents far more than a philosophical abstraction or positive affirmation. From Gestalt and Somatic Experiencing perspectives, the embodied understanding of personal freedom constitutes a cornerstone…
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects millions of people worldwide, creating significant challenges with attention regulation, executive functioning, emotional regulation, and impulse control. While conventional treatments like stimulant medications and behavioral interventions remain first-line approaches, growing research suggests that certain mushrooms—both psychedelic and non-psychedelic varieties—may offer promising complementary approaches for addressing ADHD symptoms. This article explores the…
Family Constellation work, developed by Bert Hellinger, traditionally takes place in group settings where participants physically represent elements of a person’s family system. However, this powerful approach to systemic healing and insight can be adapted for personal use. As a practitioner trained in both Gestalt therapy and Somatic Experiencing who regularly incorporates constellation principles in…
Family Constellations, developed by German psychotherapist Bert Hellinger, offers a unique therapeutic experience that differs substantially from conventional talk therapy approaches. As both a Gestalt and Somatic Experiencing practitioner, I’ve observed how this powerful modality provides distinctive benefits that address dimensions of human experience often untouched by other therapeutic approaches. This article explores what participants…
Anxiety, in its many manifestations, represents one of the most common challenges to mental wellbeing in contemporary society. While conventional approaches often focus on cognitive aspects of anxiety or biochemical interventions, Somatic Experiencing (SE) offers a distinctive perspective that addresses anxiety through the wisdom and innate healing capacity of the body itself. As a body-oriented…
Morphic Field. The concept of morphic fields represents one of the most intriguing and controversial theories in contemporary science and therapeutic practice. Originally proposed by biologist Rupert Sheldrake in the 1980s, morphic fields offer a compelling framework for understanding phenomena that defy conventional scientific explanation—from the collective behaviors of organisms to the seemingly inexplicable information…