photos of Tisha taken by nz
The body knows what it needs, even times when the mind and heart may not. I bring a deep sense of reverence, attentive listening and curiosity to my sessions. My goal is to work with each client and their body, as it is that day, to support release of tension and stress and hold space for healing, hope and wholeness. My practice is shaped by my experience as a clinical social worker in school and medical settings, as well as my time as a yoga teacher and yoga therapist. My work is rooted in a foundation of trauma informed care and respect for each individual’s healing rhythms.
I have received bodywork in my own life to help maintain my body when I’ve had physically demanding jobs, support healing from complex injuries and as a self-care tool. I have also relied on bodywork as a point of connection and resilience when caring for my loved ones in life and end of life care.
I am a daughter, a sister, a partner, a dog mama, a friend, a lifelong learner and a dreamer. I come from a mixed race/mixed culture family of Japanese American (grandparents immigrated, father WWII internment camp generation) and white (Italian/Portuguese/Irish) folks; both sides of the family sharing foundational strength of the women in them. I grew up in a beautiful landscape of river, sky, mountains, valleys and the ocean. I came to know my strength, independence and interdependence through the waterways that surrounded my childhood. My different identities were often compartmentalized until I found the language and community of intersectionality. I am ever evolving my ability to utilize my privileges and transform historical trauma.
I love being outside, growing food and flowers and finding beauty in every day life. I take photos of the sky and reflections in the water, make crafty things for loved ones, write letters, savor good food and love to laugh with my head thrown back and mouth open wide. Some fun facts and/or quirks about me: I was an apprentice beekeeper and am trained as an amateur marine naturalist. If I were a boat, I’d be a tugboat or a Washington State ferry. I love making things with my hands, even though I don’t like measuring tapes or straight edges. I read multiple books at a time and finish most of them (eventually). I am an enthusiastic whistler, and sometimes don’t even know that I’m doing it. I can incorporate my dog’s name into just about any song. For my next career, I’d love to train/work with therapy animals.