I help individuals with multiple roles find peace without letting go of what they value. To the women trying to do it all, do you always come last and feel constantly overwhelmed by your endless to-do list? You feel everyone’s needs HAVE TO come first or else it will all fall apart. Life feels like it’s on fast forward. You will not ask for help because, gosh darnit, you SHOULD be able to just do it all. I got you. I also support clients who lived as cross-cultural kids to find meaning in their experiences so they can release anger, hurt and letdown without losing the unique identity they have developed. Straddling two worlds is tricky work. You are connected to your family but struggle with resent and unforgiveness due to heavy expectations. You felt you had to lie or hide your true self; perhaps you are left wondering if you will ever be enough for either of the worlds you exist in. My name is Atara and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am currently seeing clients all over the state of California virtually. I specialize in clients looking to work on developing a deeper understanding between the mind and body connection. I love to support clients in creating a sustainable vision. The goal in my work is to empower clients on gaining clarity to obtain holistic balance in mind, body, and soul. I believe that a strong therapeutic connection is vital and progress can be limited when a client doesn’t feel understood. My aim is to align with my clients so that they can feel understood and seen but also unravel the beliefs that no longer serve them.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session, we will discuss what brings you into this space, dive into some background and history as well as collaborate on goals you wish to set for our time together. We will begin building safety in connection and understanding so that the isolation you have felt is not longer a suppressor.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I have great success with supporting clients overcome depression and anxiety symptoms by utilizing lifestyle shifts, nutrition, supplementation and mindfulness. When the mind is supported it can allow the body to heal and vise versa. It’s so powerful to watch clients cease their struggles with chronic illness and find freedom again. One of my favorite populations to work with are moms. Burnt out, exhausted, and stressed? I’d love to help you cope and heal your body, especially in the postpartum stages. Motherhood does not have to be a marathon of trials. Lastly, I utilize somatic techniques that engage the brain and nervous system in a different way than talk therapy. In my opinion, having the body support the healing mind is essential.

About Atara Parkinson

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