Introduction to the Internal Family Systems Model by Richard Schwartz covers the basics of the therapeutic model that works with our internal parts. Schwartz developed the model to help us understand our inner workings better and as a way to “be curious” about all of our parts instead of judging and shaming. This concept ofContinue reading “Katie’s Bookshelf: Introduction to the Internal Family Systems Model by Richard Schwartz”
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Restorative Yoga for Families
***Restorative Yoga for Families is suspended currently*** Beginning February 1, 2018, Katie will offer 60-minute Restorative Yoga classes for parents and children/teens conveniently located near Park Road Shopping Center at Innergy Works. This class focuses on relaxing the body and mind, enhancing attachment and connection, and developing healthy coping skills. Inspired by Bessel Van DerContinue reading “Restorative Yoga for Families”
Katie’s Bookshelf: It Didn’t Start with You by Mark Wolynn
It Didn’t Start With You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle is a book that explores this concept of epigenetics and how we may carry our ancestors stressors and traumas in our genes. The book does a good job of explaining how this happens and provides someContinue reading “Katie’s Bookshelf: It Didn’t Start with You by Mark Wolynn”
Post Partum in Dads?
A study was done recently that reported 40% of dads who spank their 1 year olds are depressed. This brings light to a relatively new concept; post partum depression in dads. It is reported that more dads are feeling low after the birth of their child because of unemployment rates and increased time at home. Continue reading “Post Partum in Dads?”