Dream Integration

What it is

Explore a dream or nightmare that has stuck with you to uncover its meaning and significance in your life through Implicit Dreamwork, a new somatic method for working with dreams by engaging active imagination and the embodied experience.

This is a specialization that builds on Somatic Experiencing, incorporating the latest in Implicit Psychotherapy research and findings based on the work of Dr. Abi Blakeslee, a Senior Faculty member for Somatic Experiencing International. As one of only 35 people worldwide trained in this very new modality, Kelly is one of the rare few who is skilled at facilitating clients in exploring creative and visual realms in this way.

How it works

Together we will explore a combination of dream archetypes, dream characters, shadow work, symbols and metaphors as well as your body’s physiological reactions and the emotions tied to them. We’re aiming to create space for you to discover layers of meaning beyond the obvious, to process survival responses, and to facilitate conversation between opposing elements to solidify a conversation between the subconscious and the conscious mind.

What is it best for?

  • There may be a message your subconscious is trying to get to you that hasn’t met a successful breakthrough up to this point. Together we can see what dots there might be to connect or meaning there may be to make.

  • Even if it was a one-time dream, if it made an impression on you that you haven’t been fully able to shake, or if you feel like it could be powerful enough to explore further, this would be a great opportunity to work with that content.

  • If you’re generally a curious and imaginative person who would love to see what messages may come through for a recent dream, no matter how small, this is a great opportunity to learn from your own inner wisdom.

What to expect

Just like Somatic Experiencing, sessions can take place virtually or in-person, seated across from each other. In-person sessions can also easily be adapted to the massage table, given Kelly’s background in bodywork.

“Kelly is astonishing! As she guided me through my dreams and asked me those deep rooted questions, I was able to fully relax my nervous system and tap into myself. The space that Kelly holds is so safe and nurturing that I could really open myself up and heal deep rooted memories from the past. With her gentle touch and soul, Kelly was truly a source of love and light in my journey. Truly an amazing woman and healer!”

- Sarah, Ventura, CA