Katja Biesanz (503) 703-1262 Movement and Energy Healing Psychotherapy Spiritual Growthwork EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Profile: The Knowledge of Psychology with the Wisdom of Shamanism Philosophy As a therapist and healer I guide clients in uniting their souls with their bodies. My practice includes traditional mental health counseling, shamanic processing, creative expression, and movement healing. I believe that challenges, symptoms and problems themselves contain valuable insights. It is important to listen to the symptom and honor its purpose. The way past is the way through. One becomes richer for the journey. Body, mind, and soul are deeply linked, and one of the most effective places to work is where Story affects that linkage in the subtle body, the vital essence of a person. Every human being possesses the wisdom needed for healing. My job is to provide tools, support, and a safe container for facing anything that may obstruct that wisdom. Specializing in: Supporting transitions & significant life changes Crises of illness, loss, or grief Body issues Healing trauma & abuse Stress, Depression, Anxiety & Dissociation Artist, Performance, & Creativity Spiritual Growth An international upbringing enables me to support people making cultural adjustments. I am fluent in Spanish. Methods Include: Jungian Depth Work & Active Imagination Breath Movement Dreamwork Creative Expression Energy Healing Subtle Energy Exploration EMDR Psycho Education Education M.A. Counseling with an Emphasis in Depth Psychology—Pacifica Graduate Institute B.F.A. Dance —California Institute of the Arts WORKSHOPS: Red Tent QiGong: Women’s Mysteries Three Sundays, October 18 – November 1 To make it more accessible, Red Tent Qigong initiation is now only $ 95. Trade is an option for this series only. Pre-registration required. Call 503-703-1263 or email katja Self-Care Intensive A Seminar for Therapists, Healers, Medical Professionals, and Sensitive People Navigating the World Saturday, November 14, 10 am-4 pm You will learn practical tools to care for your energy levels, avoid burnout, and heal secondary traumatization. These same tools will help you navigate the stresses of the winter holidays, and your personal challenges. Sliding Scale $ 95. -150. Register for location. Call 503-703-1263 or email katja ONE-ON-ONE: Wise Person Counseling™ Support for spiritual growth and right living Classic Therapy: Counseling supplemented by other skills. Mental health challenges (such as Anxiety, Panic, Depression, Self Esteem Issues, Sleep Disorders) especially those stemming from a history of trauma or abuse. Emphasing building on strengths, and on the wisdom hidden in the symptom. EMDR (especially for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Moves reflexive response from unconscious motivations imbedded in the oldest part of the brain, to the parts of the brain capable of conscious choices. Integrates an experience previously frozen in the past with more mature, capable aspects of the present person. Embodiment Therapy™ Counseling, movement and subtle energy work to heal blockages to the integration and harmony of soul, mind, and body GETTING HERE 407 NE 12TH @ Flanders. Room 201 Portland, OR 97232 Workshops, depending on number of registrants, may take place at another location. Map at: www.openingtolife.com