Tyler
Tyler is originally from Georgia and spends much of her time outdoors with her small family and with animals. You'll find Tyler on a yoga mat, riding horses, hiking, or chasing around her kiddo at a playground or playing with her therapy dog Frankie when she is not in session. Early mornings are a sacred time for Tyler, and she enjoys those on her porch, listening to the birds and windchimes while reading a book and drinking coffee. As a doctoral student, she learns for fun, especially about interpersonal neurobiology, animals, nature, and wellness. Tyler's favorite book is Tuesdays with Morrie; she loves deep questions about life as much as she loves a corny joke. She lives by the words of the one and only witchy queen of rock, Stevie Nicks: "Don't be a lady, be a legend" and the Queen of Country, Reba McEntire herself: "To succeed in life, you only need three things: a wishbone, a backbone, and a funny bone."
As humans...
We are the experts in our lives and experiences, but we long for connection. I believe we can heal our bodies, minds, and souls through movement, a safe place, occasional laughter, nature, music, animals, and sometimes art. I find myself grounded in attachment-based, somatic, trauma-focused care working with ages 3-85+. Interpersonal Neurobiology is a topic I tend to "geek out" on and become excited about. Utilizing mindfulness throughout sessions with adults and as a play therapist, I believe that children communicate and heal through play; I include sensory work, somatic practice, sand tray, attachment-based play, and EMDR to assist children and their families.
I take a collaborative approach when working with individuals from all walks of life. I have experience working with various people, but I am passionate about working with the following: Attachment Disorders, Adoption, Dissociative Disorders, (c)PTSD, Chronic illness and pain, LGBTQ+ issues, Suicidality, Childhood trauma, Adults of Childhood Neglect / Abuse, and Domestic Violence. My approach to treatment includes somatic work, walk-and-talk therapy, animal-assisted yoga, mindfulness, sand tray, expressive modalities, and EMDR.
I know that often, as either a parent or an individual, reaching out for help can be the hardest part. I strive to offer a comfortable, safe, and nonjudgmental environment to explore thoughts, emotions, and feelings. Through our time together, I hope that, as an imperfect, ever-changing person, I have the opportunity to hold the space for you that you need to process life and hopefully share a few laughs with you along the way.
I also offer specialty therapies such as Therapy incorporating Equines (horses) for individuals and groups, walk and talk therapy, somatic work and trauma-informed yoga classes. During a session with me, if you wish, you will have the opportunity to participate in animal-assisted therapy, and you'll get to meet Frankie, my therapy partner, and the best Labradoodle around if you ask me.
Contact
Tyler offers appointments in our Cedar Rapids location and online