ABOUT WHITNEY LAWLESS, MA, LMFTA

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I am a lifelong movement enthusiast who has always been curious about how the body speaks and how we have learned to listen to, ignore, or bypass its communication. This curiosity has led me through many lives as a theatrical performer, yoga teacher, massage therapist, movement educator, and parent.

As a neurodivergent, white, non-binary femme from Seattle, currently able-bodied and educated, I am passionate about bridging the healing of the body with the contexts in which we live. Having personally experienced the distress of a hyperactive nervous system for much of my life, I approach my therapy work with deep compassion and humor.

Together, we’ll figure out what matters to you, what keeps getting in the way, and what might bring some relief.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

  • Antioch University, MA, Couples and Family Therapy

    The Evergreen State College, BA, Interdisciplinary Studies

    L’École Internationale de Théâtre Jacques Lecoq, Paris FRANCE

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1 & 2

    Somatic Experiencing - I am currently in the process of completing training for my SEP certification, I have completed Beginning I, II, III

    CBT+ trained through UW

    EMDR trained

  • Child Mental Health Specialist (CMHS) worked with Children, Youth, and Families in community mental health for almost 3 years.

    Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher at the 500 level (E-RYT 500) with Yoga Alliance

    Trained and previously NCMTMB certified Massage Therapist for 8 years