The Mind-Body Alchemy
Welcome to Mind-Body Alchemy, where I believe deeply in the power of integrating mental, emotional, and physical well-being. As a licensed body-centered psychotherapist and embodiment coach, I blend experiential talk therapy, body-awareness exercises, and professional coaching to help clients and clinicians achieve balance, self-understanding, and lasting growth. I offer psychotherapy infused with the wisdom of the body. I provide embodiment training and consulting for therapists and coaches to elevate body-centered practices.
In our complex, fast-paced world, it’s easy to lose connection with ourselves—disconnecting from the wisdom of the body or ignoring signals of brewing imbalance. The Mind-Body Alchemy blog aims to provide a deeper understanding of the mind-body connection and how it can be harnessed to enhance your mental and emotional well-being through a blend of insightful articles, personal stories, expert interviews, and practical tips. Whether you are a therapist, someone seeking healing and self-discovery, or simply curious about the power of embodied therapy, this blog is your guide to a more integrated and balanced life. Join me as we transmute struggles into growth through the alchemy of therapeutic bodywork and reflection. With compassion as our guide, we’ll tap into the mind-body connection’s remarkable power to heal.
- Dr. Monique Rodríquez
Transformative Recovery: The Potential of Adjunct Gestalt Therapy Intensives for Substance Use"
Discover the transformative power of adjunct Gestalt therapy intensives in substance use recovery. This innovative approach combines embodied healing techniques with collaborative care to offer a holistic path to recovery. Learn how these short-term, focused therapeutic experiences can complement your ongoing treatment, helping to break through stagnation and unlock new possibilities. Whether you're a therapist seeking additional support for your clients or an individual looking for a more intensive recovery journey, adjunct therapy intensives could be the key to achieving lasting change and embodied awareness in the fight against substance use disorders.
The Harm in Substance Use: A Therapist's Perspective
A compassionate, harm reduction approach to substance use treatment - meeting clients where they're at and supporting incremental changes without judgment.
Finding Balance: Integrating Conceptual and Embodied Self-Awareness
True self-awareness requires integrating conceptual reflection and embodied presence - being attuned to your thoughts and bodily sensations.
The Power of Embodied Self-Awareness in Embodied Therapy
Embodied therapy utilizes mindfulness, movement, and somatic practices to help you tune into the wisdom of your body. By cultivating embodied self-awareness, you can learn to pick up on subtle bodily sensations and unmet needs.