Therapy of Life

Counseling, San Francisco

"As in the symbol of the tree, from a tiny seed a human being grows with feet firmly planted on the ground and arms outstretched, reaching toward the light." —Donna Molettiere

Category Archives for Individual Therapy

The Hero’s Journey

“I don’t believe people are looking for the meaning of life as much as they are looking for the experience of being alive!” Joseph Campbell I recently saw a documentary of Joseph Campbell’s work called Finding Joe which inspired me … Continue reading

May 7, 2012 by Donna Molettiere

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What is Somatic Psychotherapy?

I am often asked, what is Somatic Psychotherapy? It’s still a relatively new field that is taking off in psychotherapy practice. Here is my attempt at defining it based on my experience and study over the last 10 years. Somatic … Continue reading

April 28, 2012 by Donna Molettiere

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My Personal Journey

This is a story of my own personal journey into a more intimate connection to myself and others. I worked in management consulting for over 7 years. The firm I worked for was committed to changing how people perform at … Continue reading

October 29, 2011 by Donna Molettiere

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Experiencing Life

This video is about how life is a gift. Nature is beautiful. We are alive. We are nature. Life is beautiful. We just need to learn “how” to be more present and embodied so we can experience life fully and … Continue reading

October 12, 2011 by Donna Molettiere

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Advice from a Tree

  Dear Friend,   Stand Tall and Proud Sink your roots deeply into the Earth Reflect the light of a greater source Think long term Go out on a limb Remember your place among all living beings Embrace with joy … Continue reading

September 16, 2011 by Donna Molettiere

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