I know I can trust myself and my gut

From the first virtual consultation with Dorie, I felt her warmth and kindness. I could sense with her tone and smile that she cared deeply for her clients. I let her know that I had tried other therapy modalities in the past and while they had helped for a short time, I was still experiencing daily headaches and stomachaches along with debilitating migraines once or twice a month. I would also experience bouts of sciatica and pelvic pain that were not responding to physical therapy treatments prescribed by my primary care physician. In addition to these physical symptoms, I was able to voice my concerns about feeling overwhelmed with life, anxiety in social settings and struggling with knowing what I need and asking for it. I struggled with setting boundaries and saying no. Dorie instilled confidence that she could help me from that first meeting and let me know what to expect in our following sessions. We took time to map out my nervous system early in the process and this was a completely new technique for me. After our work together, I am finally free from the cycling of headache/migraine/stomachache. I am not experiencing sciatica or pelvic pain. I have developed an inner knowing of when my nervous system is becoming activated and how to make decisions to prioritize myself and my needs. I have learned to ask my partner and family members for what I need which has ultimately helped those relationships as well. I am taking time to slow down, notice my emotions, and prioritize self-care. I am no longer scared of making decisions because I know I can trust myself and my gut. The guilt I had felt as a child and always stuck with me has melted away and everything feels more balanced. I am truly experiencing more joy and playfulness in my life. I feel grateful to have worked with Dorie and I feel much lighter than before.

With love and gratitude,
Catherine