Testimonials
Jess possesses an extraordinary ability to foster an environment where I feel genuinely seen, valued, and understood. She is warm and welcoming, allowing me to hold space for emotions, without the fear of being a burden.
Her approach to integrating body and mind has helped me become more attuned to my emotions and their physical sensations. Through our sessions, I am gaining a deeper understanding of myself, developing greater self-compassion, and learning the importance of establishing healthy boundaries.
I feel as though I am gradually dismantling the emotional barriers that have haunted me for so long, all within a safe and nurturing space. I wholeheartedly recommend Jess to anyone seeking a compassionate and insightful guide on their healing journey. Her presence is truly a source of light and support in my life.
Thank you, Jess, for your passion, commitment, and care!
Emilee
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Jess has been helping me unravel the layers of my soul and understanding it. Bridging the soul and the nervous system has been very healing for me while also providing growth. She has a gentle kindness while also being very insightful and providing a safe environment. I highly recommend her to anyone who is interested in soul searching, healing, or personal growth.
Sheree
Testimonials
I came into this work feeling stuck. Anxious, disconnected, and tired of repeating the same patterns. This somatic depth container with Jess has offered something profoundly different. It’s not just talking about issues..it’s feeling them, slowly and safely, through the body and nervous system.
The space feels steady and deeply respectful. We've explored dreams, early wounds, shadow material. Things I didn’t even realize were shaping my life. It’s not always easy, but I feel more connected, more resourced, and more me than I have in a long time.
If you're ready to go beneath the surface, to meet yourself in a real and embodied way, this work is something rare and powerful.
Jen
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This is a Return.
To your body.
Your appetite.
Your boundaries.
Your embodiment.
To the well-spring reservoir that holds the whole of who you are.
This is a Return.
To your body.
Your appetite.
Your boundaries.
Your embodiment.
To the well-spring reservoir that holds the whole of who you are.
"To find the bones of the wild self, and sing her back to life"
Clarissa Pinkola Estes
1:1 Somatic Depth Medicine
1:1 Somatic Depth
Medicine
You're not broken.
This isn't the end,
this is your beginning.
You're returning, emerging.
To the mythic nature of who you are that lives in your bones.
This is not another to do list or mindset shift.
This is descending.
This container is for you if you're ready to put down the performance masks for what's underneath it all.
If you're ready to take a slow, methodical, and self-paced dip into your unconscious through nervous system-oriented depth psychological exploration, archetypal dream tending, and symbolic discovery.
Storytelling
Oral Storytelling
Oral Storytelling for Healers & Circle Holders:
Are you a healer, women's circle facilitator, retreat leader, or workshop guide seeking to bring depth, magic, and ancestral connection into your space? This oral storytelling offering is designed for you.
Rooted in the old ways, this is a living, breathing tradition where story becomes ritual and voice becomes vessel. These tales aren’t read; they’re remembered, spoken aloud in the ancient rhythm of the fire circle, awakening archetypes, emotions, and deep soul memory.
Invite me to hold a sacred storytelling container within your retreat or gathering; a space of enchantment, resonance, and timeless wisdom. Together, we’ll invoke the stories that want to be heard.
Ceremony
Ceremony
For anyone navigating change, healing, or deep inner work; ceremony can be the bridge. These offerings are for retreat leaders, circle facilitators, and for those simply longing to feel more rooted, more real, more whole.
In these ceremonial spaces, we slow down and listen. We honor what’s ending, what’s emerging, and what needs tending. Through earth based ritual, story, song, and guided presence, I hold space for you to integrate, embody, and remember.
Whether you’re closing a chapter, reclaiming a part of yourself, or simply needing to feel held in a sacred way; this is a return to the old ways of being with life. Ceremony for healing. For remembering. For coming home to yourself. For being.
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To find the bones of the wild self, and sing her back to life~
Clarissa Pinkola Estes
Areas of Focus
Nervous System Awareness and Regulation, Dream Tending/Exploration, Stress Management, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness, Mythology, Storytelling, Ceremony, Deep Imagery, Soul Loss/Recovery, Self-discovery, Ritual/Ceremony, Storytelling, Mythology
Hi there, welcome to my website.
Around here we start small, rest often, lovingly encourage, listen compassionately without judgement, and value the slow movement of soul over the fast-paced lifestyle we're all accustomed to; I hold space for you to explore your own inner processes and the possibly distant but not lost, home of your soul, your body.
In working with me we'll always start where you are, wherever that may be, I'm radically committed to meeting you there.
The truth is the journey inward takes heart, audacity and a hell of a lot of courage; it will crack you open and when it does or if it already has, we'll equip you with resource and support within the well held container we've created together.
My holistic approach is rooted in rekindling the relationship between your body and soul. What is hidden between realms is a trove of life force energy patiently waiting for you to re-negotiate your relationship to it.
I stoke inspiration from a blend of wisdom traditions. Imagine a map guiding you through the hidden realms of your mind and body. This map is woven from threads of Jungian psychology, Somatic Psychology, Somatic Experiencing (Peter Levine's work), Internal Family Systems, and the insights of other brilliant minds like Marian Dunlea and Bill Plotkin. We'll explore these realms together, paying close attention to your nervous system and the wisdom held within your body and dreams.
My background is diverse, weaving together my training as a yoga teacher (Iyengar method), a former Midwives Apprentice, and my own deep personal healing journey over the years with a Jungian Analyst-in-training and Somatic Experiencing practitioner. I believe in the power of gentle guidance, honoring your unique path, and attuning to the landscape of your inner world.
Finally, I am a passionate wife to a loving soul seeker himself and a momma to our son Rio, who together, have really been a River of renewal to my wild instinctual nature and therefore connection to myself, them, others, and the earth.
You can learn more about my personal story, here.
What is Depth Psychology?
Think of your mind like an iceberg. The part you see above the water is your conscious mind – the thoughts you're aware of. But there's a much bigger part below the surface – your unconscious. Depth psychology is like taking a slow and methodical dip down to explore that hidden part, where you can find valuable insights and healing.
You can learn more about my process and methodology by clicking, here.
Exploring the Intertwined Worlds of Trauma, Stress, and Soul Loss
Life's challenges can leave deep imprints, sometimes more than we realize. Beyond the everyday stresses, there lie deeper experiences – trauma, chronic stress, and a pervasive sense of disconnect, often described as "soul loss." These aren't just abstract concepts; they're deeply interwoven, impacting us on every level.
The Body's Silent Story: Trauma and chronic stress hijack our nervous system, leaving us feeling constantly on edge, exhausted, or numb. Our bodies become storehouses of unexpressed emotions, manifesting as physical aches, digestive issues, sleep disturbances, and a weakened immune system. It's as if our very cells are whispering stories of past hurts, impacting our present well-being.
The Unseen Wounds of the Soul: Beyond the physical, trauma and stress can erode our sense of self. We may feel disconnected from our passions, our purpose, and even our own bodies. This "soul loss" can manifest as a feeling of emptiness, meaninglessness, or a sense of being adrift. It's a dimming of our inner light, a disconnect from the vibrant core of who we are.
Reclaiming Your Wholeness: By understanding the intricate connection between our bodies, minds, and soul, we can begin to reclaim our wholeness. Somatic practices, mindful awareness, and depth psychology can help us gently unravel the layers of trauma and stress, reconnect with our bodies' wisdom, and rediscover the spark of our souls.
If you travel far enough, one day you will recognize yourself coming down to meet yourself.
And you will say
– yes
Marion Woodman, Jungian Analyst