Mabuhay,

My name is Lauren Torres Funiestas, licensed marriage and family therapist based in the Bay Area, CA.

I help first and second generation Asian, Pacific Islander and Filipino women break generational cycles of people pleasing one boundary at a time.

My practice honors the ongoing struggle against colonization & U.S. imperialism and acknowledges how systems of oppression impact the Asian, Pacific Islander and Filipino community.

I believe your individual healing work benefits the entire community at large.

My healing practice

  • Spirit led

    My healing practice is founded in Indigenous Filipino Psychology and Western Transpersonal + Integral modalities that value the mind-body-spirit connection.

    I utilize interventions inspired by Depth Psychology (shadow work + inner child healing) + Transpersonal Psychology (spirit + body integration) and a commitment to Social Justice (decolonization).

  • TRAUMA INFORMED

    Healing from trauma looks differently for everyone. While talking about how we have been impacted by horrific experiences can be helpful, trauma survivors often lack basic regulation skills and depth of insight to cope with everyday triggers.

    A trauma informed approach recognizes that establishing safety within the body is key to healing from emotional, physical and spiritual trauma.

  • CANNABIS FRIENDLY

    Cannabis medicine has many benefits for people struggling with depression, anxiety, insomnia and chronic pain. Although cannabis use might not be the best coping strategy for everyone dealing with mental health issues,

    I am a cannabis-friendly practitioner who can work with you on finding a way to integrate cannabis medicine into your healing practice.

YOU ARE THE SOURCE

I am only the mirror, here to reflect back to you what you already know about yourself.