Resources and Tips
Welcome and Namaste!
Welcome to my site and my counseling service. Namaste is a Sanskrit term that is used as a greeting and simply means "I bow to you." Some people, particularly in the West, have elevated the saying to a more spiritual level to mean something along the lines of "the divine (or soul) in me recognizes the divine in you."
For me it is a greeting that I give to you with respect and compassion. I welcome you to my practice and hope that if you choose to work with me you will find a path to peace and joy. I look forward to our journey together.
Namaste.
Apps for Meditation and Relaxation
Below is a list of apps that may be useful in developing a mindfulness practice and to alleviate stress and anxiety.
Simply Being - Simply Being is a guided meditation app created by Meditation Oasis. Options include adjusting the length, volume and background sounds for the meditation. There are other meditation apps available on their webpage.
Meditation Rx - This is another meditation app from Meditation Oasis. It is being offered for free at this time to support people during the pandemic.
Oak - Oak is a guided meditation app that includes breathing exercises and relaxing sounds to help you fall asleep. The basic app is free, but includes in-app purchases for more content.
Headspace - Headspace is a meditation app with a large library of guided meditations, mindfulness information, sleep and exercise routines. The app is free, but a subscription is required for full access.
[NOTE: I do not make any specific claims regarding the effectiveness of these apps. Be aware that some of the apps may cost money to download or have in-app purchases. I do not own any of these apps, nor do I receive any financial incentive for recommending them.]