Jamie Krahulec (she/they)

EcoTherapy

The benefits of nature on mental and physical health are well documented and are the reason I offer outdoor therapy. My approach is through a “walk-and-talk" which can mean a stroll through a park, walking a trail, or hiking-- whatever level of comfort a person may have and want to pursue. Incorporating sensory experiences into therapy is a great way to access and integrate languages that are not available with words.

Play Therapy 

I use child-centered play therapy integrated with expressive art therapy because I believe that to help children requires using their own language and taking care to communicate within individual developmental parameters. I’ve had training for children and parents including gender-affirming play therapy, parenting amidst the pandemic, trust based relational intervention, child-parent relationship therapy, trauma-focused CBT and am working towards certification as a Registered Play Therapist.

Expressive Art Therapy

I incorporate sensory experiences into sessions to help people process what’s happening in their world using their own language.

Sand Tray

Incorporating sensory experiences into therapy is a great way to access and integrate languages that are not available with words.

Child or Adolescent Issues

I use child-centered play therapy integrated with expressive art therapy because I believe that to help children requires using their own language and taking care to communicate within individual developmental parameters. I’ve had training for children and parents including trauma-focused CBT, gender-affirming play therapy, parenting amidst the pandemic, trust based relational intervention, child-parent relationship therapy and am working towards certification as a Registered Play Therapist.

Loss or Grief

Grief is deeper than sadness and death is not the only loss that must be experienced in order to grieve. The swirling emotions within "grief" are messy, confusing, frustrating and contradictory. My training has taught me techniques to help people process, acknowledge, and learn ways to adjust to living. One of the most important parts to understand/accept is that every grief experience is unique and no matter the way it shows up in your reactions or behaviors, it is trying to serve a purpose.

Polyamorous and Open Relationships

I have noticed that the biggest reason for relationship distress seems to come from communication and this is not unique to a type of relationship. I can help you learn how to find meaning in the empty spaces. I believe we all have capacity in our hearts to love more than one person and as long as the partnership is consensual then there is no reason why multiple relationships should be an issue for anyone not interested.

LGBTQ Issues

My training in topics related to human growth and development has provided me with physiological knowledge that has helped people learn the language to help them bridge relationship barriers within themselves and with others. Especially for youth the interwoven narratives of identity can be confusing and can cause distress and my role is to help untangle. My lived experience has given me the confidence and awareness of resources to advocate for and support people in whatever capacity is needed.

Depression

Being alive can feel really hard sometimes and it is easy to feel stuck in sadness. I believe that every part of you has validity and worth and that even the most unhealthy moments do not mean you are a failure or lost forever. There are no time-limits or rules when it comes to emotions, especially grief. Our brains are incredibly complex and are experts at hiding and misdirection. Sometimes our “bad” thoughts and behavior occur because our minds are trying to protect us and that is okay.