Offerings

  • "Dez's ability to see and reflect the big picture of my experience and connect my past experiences and behaviors to my current situation has been transformative."

  • "Through working with Dez for almost two and a half years, I have learned how to practice mindfulness more consistently in my life and how to be more compassionate to myself when I am struggling with a hard life situation. They have helped me see life situations with greater objectivity and clarity, and have also supported me as I’ve made difficult decisions."

  • "I have also experienced several “ah-ha” moments during our sessions, whether it be about how societal norms can influence my perceptions or about how two seemingly different behaviors might be related to one another and connected to something larger going on “behind the scenes”. The key word here is “might”! Dez never overreaches or assumes and allows me to really come to conclusions on my own, which I greatly appreciate."

  • "I greatly appreciate their willingness to illuminate my blind spots, challenge my perceptions and do it all with compassion and kindness. As my work situation became a source of great anxiety and worry, Dez was a solid foundation and reminder of the progress I had made on my healing journey. With Dez's simultaneous understanding of my dedication to my healing process and current level of anxiety, I trusted in them to hold my struggle with tenderness while reminding me to return to my inner wisdom as a guide. "

  • "Dez offers a breath of fresh air to my journey! Dez has a soft, warm demeanor that allows me to get vulnerable and be my authentic self."

  • "They fiercely step outside of the mold to neutralize inherent power dynamics and offer an affirming space that feels nourishing and supportive. Dez continuously returns me to my own intuition and empowerment and consistently meets me where I am."

  • "In our work, Dez provides offerings that have truly helped me traverse trauma by sharing their deep wisdom that brings about transformation. I greatly appreciate the way Dez holds me in session while honoring indigenous traditions - these have been some of the most impactful sessions that are unlike any other work I've experienced before - a way to honor all of me and the parts that have been cut off through history."

  • "With Dez's support, I have really turned corners that have been inaccessible before and I cherish the journey we've had together."

Paths into the wild..

  • Somatic therapy focuses on the connection between physical sensations and emotional experiences, recognizing that the body holds both our pain and our wisdom and, in this way, offers a path towards healing.

    Somatic therapy is right for you if:

    • You want support to work through psychological and emotional distress, process trauma, and/ or relieve anxiety.

    • You are seeking a therapeutic approach that integrates the body and mind.

    • You want to understand and address how emotions are stored in the body by building a relationship with your own.

    • You want to release stored tension and create greater spaciousness within yourself.

    • You want to cultivate greater awareness of your bodily sensations and become more attuned to your physical and emotional states.

    • You want to cultivate deeper self- understanding, compassion, and care.

    • You want to develop tools for relating, expressing, and regulating emotions.

    • You want to access greater connection, vitality, and presence.

    My approach to therapy is non- judgmental, connective, and relational. As a mindfulness and somatic based therapist, I incorporate Gestalt, parts work (IFS), attachment theory, trauma- informed experiences, as well as sociocultural exploration into my work with clients.

    My full specialities include:

    • Mindfulness and Somatic (body) based work

    • Stress and trauma (CPTSD, PTSD, intergenerational, and systemic oppression)

    • Anxiety, negative self- talk and self- esteem

    • Co- dependency, attachment, and relationship issues

    • Grief, loss, and life transitions

    • Women’s issues including pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum

    • Spirituality and transpersonal experiences

    Based on my own life experiences, I have a deep sense of empathy for individuals who have complex identities, as well as those who have experienced trauma, loss, and grief. I am committed to decolonizing therapy by exploring oppression that has been culturally conditioned, resolving and healing personal and intergenerational trauma, and cultivating and strengthening individuals’ sense of sovereignty and resilience.

  • Are you ready to step into your power, embrace your intuition, and cultivate a life that aligns with your deepest desires?

    I offer rewilding as a coaching program designed specifically for women who are dedicated to their growth.

    Coaching is right for you if:

    • You are functioning well (not in crisis or dealing with significant emotional distress and are able to meet your day to day needs

    • You seek to develop new skills, improve certain aspects of your life, and achieve new goals.

    • You have specific aspirations or challenges you want to address.

    • You value a structured, results- oriented approach and would benefit from support, encouragement, and accountability.

    • You are ready to dive deep, make changes, and take action in the direction of your dreams.

    • It feels good for you to work in a flexible and/ or short- term way.

    I honor the wholistic nature of your being, recognizing that true empowerment comes from aligning mind, body, and spirit. Through a blend of mindfulness and somatic- based practices, coaching techniques, and intuitive guidance, we'll embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.

    Please note that coaching is not appropriate for individuals who are dealing with significant psychological or emotional distress, active trauma, or diagnosed mental health conditions. Please do not hesitate to inquire further about whether or not coaching is a good fit for you at this time.

  • Being in front of the lens is an incredibly intimate experience. To be witnessed is to be fully vulnerable.

    I believe that, as social creatures, each of us is hungry to be known, understood, and accepted as we are. My photography is meant to offer this gift, the gift of being safely seen, to those who I create with.

    Intimate portraiture is for you if:

    • You want to connect to yourself, your body, your desires, your boundaries, and your inner power.

    • You want to express yourself in a way that celebrates your body, identity, sexuality, and/or self- perception.

    • You want to boost your self- confidence and self- esteem through an empowering, connected experience.

    • You want to learn to embrace and appreciate your body, especially if you've struggled with it before.

    • You want to commemorate a significant life event or milestone, such as a pregnancy, surgery, birthday, anniversary, or personal transformation.

    • You want images of yourself for your portfolio.

    • You want to create art that explores and captures the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

    • You are hungry to try something new, and having photographs taken of you feels like a vulnerable edge.

    Please note: I shoot exclusively on film and reject any editing and/ or post- processing. My analog work is a commitment to authenticity and the raw, wild beauty of my clients.

    Please inquire further as film materials and costs may vary.

    See some of my work here.

If you are interested in learning more about any of the offerings I provide, please don’t hesitate to reach out via phone or e-mail or by scheduling a complimentary 30 minute consultation below.

At the heart of my practice is a belief in the inherent wisdom and resilience of the human spirit, and a deep commitment to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive space for healing and growth.

Whatever your path may be, I am honored to walk alongside you as you awaken to your true essence and rediscover your sacred inner wild.