West L.A. Psychotherapy and Neurofeedback

Our bodies store a lot of stress, both physically and mentally. Setting periodic reminders to scan and release tension can replenish your reserves, leading to more clarity of focus, reduced fatigue, and better performance.

This morning I got an early start presenting to a great group of dance educators about communication in the classroom. We covered a variety of topics aimed at how to shift from a traditional or historical model of communication and values in the classroom to one that is based on sport psychology.

If you missed the talk you can still access the recording through by clicking the link below.

Learn more about Danscend's Council for Educators here: https://lnkd.in/gA6HKfpv

I'm excited to have the opportunity to speak with dance educators through  about effective communication in the dance studios. We will be addressing issues surrounding traditional communication styles when teaching, and how they can impact the dancers' well being and development.

Join us on Monday July 10 at 8:15 PST

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Setbacks are part of recovery from any mental health disorder. Whether you are struggling with Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Depression, Addiction, Eating Disorders, or any other symptoms, it's important to remember that progress is not linear.

When my patients experience a setback, I remind them to take a breath and reassess. How frequently are they feeling the symptoms? How intensely do they feel it? How are they coping with it? When they compare to how it was before we started working together, they can gain insight into how much progress they have made. Doing this helps to motivate and empower you to keep working on yourself.

Like Alice famously says “It's no use going back to yesterday, because I was a different person then.” We are constantly changing through every experience. Challenging or traumatic experiences may feel like a huge setback, but how we integrate what we learn from them and how we choose to reshape ourselves is what builds a resilient mind.

I just returned from an amazing psychophysiology workshop in Napa. It was wonderful meeting and reconnecting with colleagues in the field. Learning about and experiencing neuromodulation from some of the top of the field, and how it can benefit my patients was very exciting. And of course, got to fit in a wine tasting or two!!!

Why do I incorporate Neurofeedback into my therapy sessions? Sometimes we are so overwhelmed that we aren't able to get in touch with our deepest feelings. When we work on self-regulation, that's when the real work begins in terms of gaining insight and making changes. When we quiet the mind and body, we are able to be more present and immersed in the moment, leading to better focus and performance.

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Technically these were my second professional headshots. I'll need to find the first set taken by Paul Kolnik when I was fifteen. These were taken by Roy Round, when I was about 18.

I sometimes listen to my own advice! Taking a day off for self care after working almost nonstop for weeks.

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.whittle , the former children's ballet mistress for New York City Ballet, shared this recently. It's such an amazing memory from one of the best times of my life.

Training to be a professional ballerina from a young age, definitely left lasting impressions on me and shaped my life.

From this group, 5 of us went on to have professional careers of varying lengths in ballet.

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Wishing a Happy Easter to all who celebrate. I hope you are all taking time for self-care today!

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What do all elite athletes and performers have in common? They all take personal accountability in their daily actions. They strive for daily excellence rather than perfection. If you are looking to elevate your game with an elite mindset, check out my website and contact me for details.
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When things feel overwhelming, it's normal to feel like you need to fix everything all at once. Taking a step back, take a breath, and focus on what's right in front of you. Take it one step at a time, focusing on what you can control in the moment.

Remember if you are looking too far ahead, you will miss what's right in front of you.

Forgiveness is a topic that comes up a lot in my work. It's important to determine what boundaries you want to set up and enforce in order to protect yourself, your integrity, and your peace of mind. Forgiveness is letting go of your attachment to the action, behavior, or event, without invalidating it.