about holistic therapy

Holistic therapy is an approach which goes beyond the conventional talk therapy model.  This approach reflects an understanding that body and mind cannot be separated.  That to do therapy only with the rational, cognitive part of the mind, is much less likely to offer lasting and effective change.  Everyone has had the experience of being able to understand something rationally one way, but find themselves having an emotional or body reaction which was "irrational."  By doing therapy from a holistic approach (that is, seeing the system or person as a whole), we are better able to integrate body, mind and spirit and offer the possibility of true, embodied healing and growth. 

One way of bringing together body and mind is through mindfulness, which is a foundation of my therapeutic approach.  Mindfulness is a gentle, present-moment perspective which allows for the natural unfolding towards health and wholeness.  Mindfulness encourages nonjudgmental curiosity and helps people develop a sense of kindness towards themselves and sense of perspective as well.  It helps to illuminate the interconnections between body and mind (which makes it a great tool for stress management and changing old habits), and often leads to greater ease and self-acceptance. 

My holistic therapy calls on elements of western and eastern psychology, as well as cutting-edge trauma treatment models based on the recent discoveries about how the brain and mind-body systems work.  In addition extensive training in Hakomi Therapy (a mindfulness-based holistic approach) and Re-Creation of the Self (a psycho-spiritual approach which emphasizes choicefulness and wholeness), I have completed the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Trauma Training (a comprehensive mind-body approach) and EMDR Levels 1 & 2.  Each therapy session is uniquely tailored to whatever issues are present as well as the interests and needs of the client, and often moves fluidly between approaches and models, depending on what is appropriate in the given situation.  At times, I may work primarily from a specific modality if it is requested and appropriate.

Rachel Zamore, MA  |  Offices in Brattleboro, Vermont

802-258-7014  |  info@brattleborotherapy.com