My intention is to provide sacred space—physical, psychological, and spiritual—that will support people on their journeys of healing. I believe that our healing comes when we integrate all these aspects of our being, when we come into our bodies, and learn how to be present to all that arises within us.

Physical setting:
I live with my husband on 45 acres of hay fields and woods. Though just six miles from downtown Providence, the land has never been built on. We have been restoring the native habitat and have created a labyrinth in one of the fields. The barn, with a cushioned wooden floor and radiant heat, overlooks the fields and is the setting for yoga and authentic movement classes as well as some workshops and special events.

A healing room in our house, also overlooking the fields, is where I meet with IKH clients.

Background and training:

I began a daily yoga practice in 1987 and found that yoga was the one discipline that relieved me of chronic headaches. In 1992 I completed teacher training at the Kripalu Center in western Massachusetts, and have been teaching yoga classes ever since.

In 1990 I joined a class in Authentic Movement, fell in love it, and have been a devoted practitioner since then. Through Authentic Movement, I have learned to be in my body, to develop a nonjudgmental inner witness, to witness others and be in relationship to them, to hold opposites, and to be comfortable in the unknown. I teach Authentic Movement to individuals and small groups, and participate in peer groups. I was a founder and co-editor of A Moving Journal for the 13 years of its publication.

My work with Janet Adler (a "grandmother" of Authentic Movement) led me to an interest in mystical Judaism and Kabbalah. I participate in a yearly retreat group of women, led by Janet, in which we explore Jewish mysticism and develop our own rituals of chanting, prayer, and movement. That work in turn has led me to study with Jason Shulman and A Society of Souls. I am a 2007 graduate of Integrated Kabbalistic Healing, have completed the fourth year advanced training, and participate in supervision and practice groups.

My IKH training and Authentic Movement practice have strengthened each other. Both emphasize relationship, being in the body, non-duality, and being fully present. The IKH has also added a conceptual framework from the Kabbalistic traditions, including the Tree of Life and ideas about how creation is occurring continuously. I especially appreciate Jason Shulman's way of integrating our egos rather than trying to transcend or deny them. His teachings, practices, and healings are based on a deep understanding of our human condition and an exquisite kindness.

Contact Info:
130 Jacob St
Seekonk, MA 02771
508-336-4244