I’m Jodi Alieksaites
I have a Master’s Degree in Contemplative Psychotherapy & Buddhist Psychology & am a licensed counselor in Missouri & Colorado.
I confess to being a bit of a “mad-scientist,” a highly-sensitive person with an endlessly-curious mind. It took me some time to discover what worked for me in the realm of channeling my non-stop inspiration & empathic vulnerabilities, I am proof that it can be done!
I didn’t do it alone (although it was NOT from a lack of trying). I’ve had amazing teachers, mentors & healing professionals who have helped me over the years. I want to bring what I’ve learned to benefit you on your path to self-awareness.
“fun” facts:
I am originally from Missouri, but lived in Boulder Colorado from 2000-2022
CURRENT SPECIAL INTERESTS: Fascia, Only Murders in the Building TV show, Sandtray Miniatures, the Nature of Time….
a non-pathologizing approach to therapy
My approach focuses on a high level of specialization, quality, curation & customization for the client. I also want to address my different approach compared to what is the “norm” in the field of professional counseling & medicalized mental health services.
I see fewer clients to eliminate professional burnout.
I only see clients who are within my specialized “niche.”
I charge a fee that actually reflects how much of my energy & attention you are receiving.
I do not bill to insurance (requires diagnosing & other limitations).
I encourage blood panels to eliminate vitamin & mineral deficiency as a source of symptoms.
why work with me?
I have a gift for perceiving patterns quickly & deeply. I have also learned many specialized skills & body-mind modalities through the years, which I draw upon to find all the ways to support my clients in their goals.
I can teach you what I know & shed light on what has eluded you. I’ve dedicated my life to understanding human patterns & what facilitates transformation.
my qualifications
Master's Degree Naropa University
Contemplative Psychotherapy & Buddhist Psychology (3-year degree program)Bachelor’s Degree Creative Writing University of Missouri
LPC in the state of Colorado
(FYI…A Licensed Professional Counselor in CO must hold a Masters’ degree in their profession & be supervised for two years post-Masters’ degree plus 2,000 hours clinical experience as well as passing a National Licensing Exam)LPC in the state of Missouri
Integrative Somatic Parts Work w/ Fran Booth
Safe & Sound Protocol Certification
Level 1 Training Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
Year-long Internships in Play Therapy, Hospice Care & Grief Counseling as well as 10 years of Professional work in end-of-life contemplative elder & dementia care
2 year apprenticeship in shamanic arts w/ Ancient Ways Center in Colorado
”There is something in nature that forms patterns. We, as part of nature, also form patterns. The mind is like the wind & the body like the sand: if you want to know how the wind is blowing, you can look at the sand.”
— Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen