Claire Darling Watts
Claire Darling Watts
Designer turned therapist-in-training

Internal Family Systems

Internal Family Systems (IFS) recognizes that we all have a true Self — the wise one within us that is calm, compassionate, and connected. We also have many inner parts that have developed throughout our lives to protect us. Some parts may be anxious or critical, while others carry the weight of past trauma. In IFS, we gently get to know and befriend these parts, helping them release their burdens and allowing your authentic Self to lead. This is a process of internal healing and reintegration, where every part of you is welcome and understood.

Somatic Therapy

Our bodies hold stories and memories that our conscious minds may have forgotten. Somatic therapy invites us to explore the profound wisdom held within our physical selves. In addition to identifying feelings in conversation, we pay attention to what's happening in your body. Through gentle awareness and guided mindfulness practices, we can release held tension, process trauma, and build a stronger, more trusting relationship with our physical experience. Ultimately, somatic healing is about cultivating a felt sense of safety within.

Dream Analysis

Dreams offer a direct portal to our deepest thoughts, fears, and desires. They are rich with symbols and metaphors — the language of the unconscious mind. Through the interpretation process, we approach each dream with reverence to gain clarity on your inner and outer worlds. We may explore the recurring themes, emotions, places, and characters that appear, seeing them as guides to better understand your waking life and the path ahead.

Tarot Reading

Tarot is a spiritual tool that truth seekers have turned to for millennia, serving as a powerful lens for reflection and self-discovery. Rather than collecting assumptions about the future — which is expansive, elusive, and ever-shifting — we explore the present moment to illuminate the archetypal patterns that may be at play in your life. Tarot cards and their stories can act as mirrors that allow us to see things from a new perspective. This depth-oriented practice calls upon your intuition, reminding you of what you already know.