When people first hear the phrase Essential Soul Care®, they often ask me, “Is it a theory? A therapy? A spiritual practice?” The truth is, it’s all of these in spirit, but most accurately, Essential Soul Care® is a model—a structured, integrative way of approaching personal growth, healing, and transformation. Orientations, Modalities, and Models—What’s the… [Read More]
Holding Space Across Distance: A Neo-Jungian View of Telepresence
While my academic and therapeutic interests have evolved over the years, from 2000 to 2020 I was deeply immersed in the development, teaching, and writing of best practices for online therapy. As co-founder of the Online Therapy Institute, I helped shape early global conversations around the ethics, techniques, and psychodynamics of digital delivery. So this… [Read More]
The Transformative Power of Mentorship for Therapists, Coaches and Healers
In the ever-evolving journey of supporting others, healers often encounter moments that challenge them to grow—not just professionally, but also on a deeply personal and spiritual level. The Psychospiritual Intensive for Therapists, Coaches, and Healers invites practitioners to embark on a transformative journey through mentorship. This program is a sanctuary for those seeking to elevate… [Read More]
Constructs of Time in Therapeutic Relationships
In my most recent session of the Peer Supervision Series: Expanding the Therapist’s Interior Landscape, sponsored by Onlinevents, we discussed “being the time weaver” in the therapy session and how constructs of time are conceptualized. In our workshop today, I asked everyone to think of a recent client session. I had the group engage in contemplative writing,… [Read More]
The Use of Oracle or Tarot Cards in Therapy
In therapy, it’s essential to create a nurturing and accepting environment where clients feel safe to express themselves. This applies to both individual and group therapy settings. When using tools like tarot cards in therapy, oracle cards in therapy, creative expression, or accompanying stories, avoid focusing on the client’s artistic or interpretive skills. These tools… [Read More]
Contemplating the Meaning of a Session as a Therapist
In my most recent session of the Peer Supervision Series: Expanding the Therapist’s Interior Landscape, sponsored by Onlinevents, we discussed “naming and claiming” the therapy session, reviewing a model of dream interpretation that can double as a model for case consultation. In our session today, I asked everyone to think of a recent client session and to… [Read More]
