Karen Kirsch is a dedicated Counselor with credentials including an MA, RSMT, and CMA, specializing in Somatic Movement Therapy. She believes that body experience and movement play a vital role in comprehending and transforming human behavior. In her therapy sessions, Karen directs clients' awareness to sensation, impulse, movement, and emotion, supporting physiological and neurological processes. The pace and direction of her sessions are guided by the clients through both verbal and nonverbal feedback. This holistic approach draws upon foundational concepts of developmental therapy, interpersonal neurobiology, and attachment theory. Karen's primary goal is to enhance embodiment by fostering consciousness around sensation and awareness. She particularly resonates with individuals who prefer engaging in emotional exploration through kinesthetic experience. For clients who feel disconnected from their bodies, Karen is committed to helping them develop skills in body awareness and focusing. With a notable interest in assisting individuals coping with chronic pain, she is skilled in aligning body mechanics and customizing exercise routines to fit unique physical needs. Additionally, Karen empowers clients to engage specific muscles to address current emotional challenges, making her sessions uniquely transformative.