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Kristen Pesature-Olds

Somatic Therapist

Elle Word: Triumphant

Who inspires me:

I am inspired most by the cultures and individuals who live in deep connection with the rhythms of the natural world. Much of my personal power and inspiration stem from a close observation of the seasons, the ebb and flow of plants and animals, and the eternal ongoing cycle of life and death. I believe that it’s essential to develop an awareness of how these occurrences shape our daily lives, as well as cultivate a kinship with the ways in which these realities exist within ourselves.

Credentials:

Masters in Counseling - Somatic Emphasis
Pending: Licensed Professional Counselor in Training

MindBody Therapy Facilitator Training - Embodied Philosophy
Restorative Yoga Teacher Training - Das Atemhaus
Certified Yoga Instructor (CYT) - Loom Yoga
Wild Woman Circle Leader Training - The Wild Woman Project

Specialty:

Kristen is a somatic therapist who specializes in trauma, mood disorders, physical health concerns, and ADD/ADHD. She cultivates a space of belonging for all layers of identity, especially for those who belong to groups such as LGBTQIA2S+; Black, Indigenous, and People of Color; Latinx; American Aisian and Pacific Islanders; as well as the fluid nuance of identity as defined by the individual themselves. I aim to support this claim through consistent efforts of education and action that center around environmental, social, and economic justice.

Approach:

Kristen has an eclectic approach to therapy that draws upon her extensive background in somatic therapy and yoga and mindfulness experience. She is trained in Internal Family Systems and Brainspotting.