My Blog: 

What Holds Us Back in Therapy and How to Overcome It

Mark Epstein on Mindfulness for Mental Health

Neuroplasticity of the Brain: "Emotions Can Change your DNA"

Signs of Post-Traumatic Stress in Adults

PTSD Symptoms in Children

Marriage and Relationships

Cognitive Therapy: What's in a Thought?

Depression 

Why I Don't Do Talk Therapy

Mindfulness and Radical Acceptance

HeartMath Research: Heart's Intuition

http://heartquestcounseling.blogspot.com

About Leila...

In 1999 when I decided to go back to school for a graduate degree, I chose Naropa University which offers a master's degree in Contemplative Psychotherapy and Buddhist Psychology. I have previously worked as a teacher, social worker, body worker, and business woman.

My work as a psychotherapist is strongly influenced by Buddhist philosophy and meditation practice; the principles of yoga, and the deepest respect for the innate healing power of each individual. Sometimes people ask if I am Buddhist. I do not consider myself to be part of any singular spiritual tradition, though I have benefited from many. I cannot, however, imagine practicing psychotherapy without the principles and practices of Buddhism which have become integral to my view of life and humanness. I also bring to my work an understanding of energetic healing from my background as a Reiki master and teacher of qigong. 

In addition to Level II EMDR, I have completed advanced EMDR training and have been doing EMDR since 2002. 

I balance my work as a therapist with my own inner work and contemplative practices, playing with my grandchildren, spending time in nature, and practicing qigong.