about me
i am a somatic coach and integrative bodyworker practicing in the catskills and mid-hudson valley and in virtual sessions around the world. i have a deep passion for guiding individuals towards realizing their full potential through self-inquiry, radical presence, empathy, and somatic insights. my diverse background and experience provide a holistic foundation for helping you embark on a transformative journey of discovery and transformation.
my path to somatic coaching was inspired by a relentless curiosity about the human experience and the potential for personal growth through somatic awareness and engagement. i studied at the embody lab with leaders in the field including richard strozzi-heckler, staci k. haines, dr. rae johnson, kai cheng thom, and licia sky. i developed the skills and knowledge to help individuals explore the intricate connections between mind, body, and emotions and received certification as a mind-body coach.
working for over two decades in corporate and nonprofit leadership roles, i've had the privilege of coaching and mentoring leaders, peers and others in strategic planning, talent building and sourcing, creative ideation, collaborative process and execution, change readiness, conflict resolution, risk and resiliency, and mindful communication. this experience has equipped me with a unique perspective on leadership and professional development and interpersonal dynamics.
in addition to my work as coach and mentor, i am a licensed and board certified massage therapist specializing in integrative body work, and have maintained a private practice in ulster county, ny. i have studied at the hudson valley school of massage, the swedish institute, and in specialized programs and workshops. my training has included swedish massage, shiatsu, lomi lomi, sports massage, and zero balancing energy work, enabling me to personalize therapeutic touch interventions to individual needs. i maintain professional affiliations with the embody lab, the american massage therapy association, and associated bodywork & massage professionals, and pursue continuing education in advanced skills and new developments in somatics and therapeutic touch.
integral to my work as somatic coach and integrative bodyworker is my own journey of personal inquiry and self-development. over a lifetime, i have worked in various modalities, including cbt, ifs, massage and energy work, emdr, meditation, plant medicine, somatic coaching, leadership training, and mentorship. this personal work continually informs and enriches my approach as a coach and body worker.
beyond my professional life, i'm a musician and songwriter, finding creative expression in writing and sharing music. i experience awe and solace in nature–hiking the beautiful trails of the catskill mountains or digging in the dirt in my backyard garden. and my spiritual journey is a lifelong pursuit where i seek wisdom, insight, and radical presence.
home for me is in accord, ny, in the beautiful hudson valley, with my husband neil and friends and colleagues in our creative, professional, and spiritual communities.
