As a Jungian Psychoanalyst, I immerse myself in the intricate interplay of the body and psyche, aiming to awaken a profound responsiveness to life's mysteries and rekindle the enchantment of existence.
For more than two decades, I've guided individuals across the globe through the labyrinthine realms of emotional turmoil and physical afflictions, drawing from the wellspring of movement and somatic therapy and Jungian analysis. Through the prism of my work, Jungian Somatics™, a fusion of somatic exploration and analytical psychology, I orchestrate transformative odysseys, unveiling the dormant vitality within.
My journey, etched with the contours of movement and somatic scholarship, has led me to forge an alchemical path to increasing wholeness, wherein embodiment and movement act as alchemic agents for personal metamorphosis. I've beheld the profound awakening that unfolds when we engage in conscious dialogue with the emotional tapestry encoded within the body's subtle gestures and dream symbols.
With a spirit of humility and reverence, I've disseminated my wisdom and methodologies among diverse communities, from various Jungian societies to the corridors of the Canadian Centre for Victims of Torture, championing the cause of depth-based trauma-informed and anti-oppressive paradigms. My endeavours encompass pioneering initiatives like my former "Movement for Trauma," empowering healers worldwide in the sacred art of somatic alchemy.
Grounded in experiential learning and a steadfast commitment to holistic education, my journey from corporate corridors to the realm of Jungian psychoanlaysis stands as a testament to the transformative power of integration. Through the medium of my two-season podcast during the pandemic, "Clapp with Jane," I amplified the voices of resilience and hope amid the trials of adversity.
My narrative unfolds as a saga of evolution, transcending the confines of conventional education to embrace the expansive domain of embodied wisdom, where the body becomes a sanctified vessel for the soul's pilgrimage.
Highlights of training and certifications
Diploma in Analytical Psychology, Ontario Association of Jungian Analysts
200 hr Conflict Resolution Program (Justice Institute of British Columbia) – Both experiential and theoretical, this program offered in-depth knowledge and skills in formal and informal mediation, interest-based negotiation, and other forms of third-party intervention.
8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction – Developed by Professor Jon Kabat-Zinn and instructed by medical practitioners, features a combination of mindfulness meditation, body awareness and yoga to assist people with chronic pain and various health conditions.
120 hr Tensegrity Touch Therapy (Diane Bruni) – A hands-on practice that focuses on working with the impact of the autonomic nervous system on the fascial system, with an in-depth study into the complex workings of the fascial system as a sensory organ.
Torture, Trauma Psychosocial Impact & Mental Health Certification (Canadian Centre for Victims of Torture)
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (Level 1) (auditor) – A conceptually elegant and powerful body therapy that involves a broad repertoire of somatic interventions designed to help clients tap into the wisdom of their bodies.
Foundations of Well-Being (Dr. Rick Hanson) – A 12-month program focused on creating positive neuroplasticity through embodied mindfulness practices informed by current neuroscience.
Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) (Stretch to Win Institute) – A complete, full-body, functional mobility restoration system that integrates proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching, Thai yoga massage and Reiki.
Reiki Master Level Training
ELDOA Method Practitioner (Level 1)
200 hr Certified Yoga Teacher Training (Diane Bruni)
Fighting Monkey 2-day training and various Fighting Monkey workshops
The Body Loop and Developmental Movement (Diane Bruni and Riki Richter)
Certified Professional Personal Trainer
Pre-and Post-Natal Fitness Specialist
Buteyko Breathing (personal coaching series)
Introduction to Cranial Sacral Therapy (Robert Harris) – A form of bodywork that uses gentle touch to palpate the synarthrodial joints of the cranium.
Charles Poliquin Lower Extremities – A movement system of strength and mobility work designed to optimize bio tensegrity and ease of movement.
Lifestyle Weight Management Consultant Training (American Council on Exercise) – A program focused on coaching strategies that safely support clients impacted by overweight or obesity to reach long-term weight management success, based on a balance of behaviour-change strategies, exercise and nutrition coaching.
Extensive Acting Study & Training: One-on-One Coaching, Voice & Authentic Movement, Improvisation, Clowning and Presence
Personal interests
I hold a deep conviction in the transformative power of engaging with the arts, across all modalities, and my lifelong dedication to nurturing my creative impulse through performance, painting, and embodied drawing serves as a wellspring of inspiration in guiding others toward the essence of their authentic selves. Throughout my journey, I have been privileged to collaborate with numerous visionaries and creatives, as well as thought leaders actively shaping the tapestry of change in our world.
In my practice, I embrace individuals from diverse spiritual traditions with an open heart and a stance of humble curiosity, welcoming them into the sacred sanctum of their inner landscapes. Through these sacred encounters, I have come to recognize the profound teachings embedded within relationships with all sentient beings. Whether in the gentle gaze of my golden retriever, who accompanies me in my therapeutic endeavours, or in the graceful communion with the majestic horses that have borne me through the hurdles of life, I have learned the essence of embodied trust within the tapestry of connection.