is a licensed clinical social worker with forty years of
experience
in
areas related to loss and psychological
trauma. In addition to her work as a
psychotherapist, Marilyn has
practiced Reiki since 1998.
Marilyn uses
some newer psychotherapeutic modalities in which she has trained over
the past decade - such as EMDR
and psychological acupressure
techniques including TAT, TFT, and EFT. These
therapies contribute to a holistic approach, augmenting her foundation
of Mind/Body and Gestalt work, cognitive behavioral and systems theory.
Psychological trauma
may refer to chronic trauma from
early abuse and other family dysfunction, or to an acute
or single-incident trauma experience such as a natural disaster or an act of
violence. It may also include life transitions which bring loss
and grief - such as infertility or the loss of a child,
the divorce or death of a partner, or a
life-threatening illness. In this regard, Marilyn specializes in advanced
cancer issues.
Providing a sanctuary of safety and nonjudgmental respect is at the
heart of Marilyn's therapeutic work. Her compassion and intuitive
ability allow her to recognize and validate both the pain and the
strength in her clients and to inspire them to wholeness. |