“Loss of self is the essence of trauma” - Gabor Mate
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Services available in español / Servicios disponibles en español
Under the guidance and supervision of Alessandra Tantawi, LCSW, M. Ed, I work as an individual and group psychotherapist for Metamorphosis Psychotherapy, a group practice rooted in liberation, safety, empowerment, sexuality, and women’s issues.
My approach is warm, empathetic, anti-oppressive, strengths based, and culturally responsive. Through my experiences working in diverse settings and countries, I recognize that each individual's healing journey is just as unique as they are. I acknowledge that some folks might be called to talk therapy, while others may find movement or attention to breath therapeutic.
Firstly, as a trauma informed provider, my work follows a trauma informed care (TIC) framework. I strive to support your mental health while acknowledging intersectional identities and how systems of oppression perpetuate inequity.
I offer choices and actively strive to dismantle power dynamics in the therapeutic relationship, helping you to be the guide of your own growth and transformation.
As an integrative therapist and trauma sensitive yoga teacher, my work is rooted in Western interventions such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral (Theory), Dialectical Behavioral Theory (DBT), and motivational interviewing (MI), with a focus of incorporating holistic practices of somatic and energetic work, acupressure, EFT, and meditation.
For many survivors it seems that living in the body is in the aftermath of trauma is incredibly difficult.
Rather it be from anxiety, addiction, trauma, transition,or daily struggles - I am here to support you to find what works best for you to feel safe to be in your mind and body.
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Starting the process of finding a new mental health provider can feel intimidating and overwhelming. I honor your courage for taking the time to connect with your mind and body. Some days, finding gratitude and embracing growth may feel easier than others. I`m here you help to you heal at your own pace, in your own way.
Feel free to reach out.
