About
I began my humble journey as a therapist by being a client first. As a teen I struggled with anxiety but didn't quite have the words or insight to name it for what it was. I moved through the world in a semi disassociated state with a deep longing and hope that there was more to life than this.
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Along my journey I met people who touched my life in meaningful ways, therapists, healers, teachers and bodyworkers who helped me find what I was looking for deep inside; the words to bridge my inner and outer worlds, the resiliency to bounce back from challenges and the strength to create the community and life I longed for. Out of this experience emerged a powerful longing to be of similar service in the world, to support others in their healing journey back to themselves and their communities so we can create a better world together.
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My professional experience crosses a broad range of contexts including: community mental health services, crisis hotlines, clinical services for adolescents, teaching and running workshops for the broader community, as well as private practice for the past 16 years. I have taught principles of Core Energetics at The Institute of Core Energetics, New York and The Institute of Bodypsychotherapy, Australia. I am currently a 3rd Year teacher at the Barbara Brennan School of Healing in Florida and Sydney, Australia.
On a personal note, I am an avid traveler who has visited and lived in many parts of the world. I speak both Swedish and English. I currently reside in Jersey City, with my partner and our young son.
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Qualifications
2023- 2024 Teacher Training, Barbara Brennan School of Healing, USA
2021- 2023 Advanced Studies Brennan Integration Work
2020-2022 Diploma in Somatic Psychotherapy
2014- 2018 Bachelor of Science in Psychology, University of Southern Queensland, Australia
2014-2015 Teacher Training, Institute of Core Energetics, New York
2013 - 2014 Postgraduate Diploma, Institute of Core Energetics, New York
2007 -2011 Diploma Barbara Brennan School of Healing, Japan/USA
2006 -2010 Diploma Core Energetics, Australia
2001- 2002 USUI/KARUNA/SEICHIM Reiki level 2 practitioner
Additional Trainings
Stronghold Anti-racist practice graduate (1 + 2)
Diploma in ASIST (Suicide Crisis Intervention)
Mental Health First Aid (Adolescents & Adults),
Senior Drumbeat Facilitator
Diploma in Crisis Phone Counseling
Diploma in Mental Health & Addictions
Diploma in Trans-cultural Mental Health
Vipassana Meditation
Findhorn Foundation ex-member (2002-2004).
I am also a registered USABP Practitioner level member and incorporate USABP Ethical Guidelines in my practice.
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For further information about these trainings:
https://www.coreenergetics.org/
https://somaticstudies.com/ruella-frank/
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