Where Spirituality Meets Psychology
At this time sessions are online via video connection, AND in-person.
Meeting online offers you a creative and innovative opportunity for openness and connection in a whole new way from the privacy of your own home, wherever you are. In additon, I am now available to also meet in person, if that is what works best for you.
Holistic Counseling & Coaching Services
Welcome! My name is Lina, and I offer a holistic perspective to wellness and healing from Austin, Texas; the ancestral homeland of the Tonkawa, Lipan-Apache, Karankawa, Comanche, and Coahuiltecan people.
My approach is essentially embodied, psychospiritual, heart-centered, and intuitive. In working with my clients, I recognize the importance of compassionately and mindfully addressing the physical, spiritual, psychological, and emotional components of their experience in order to have a whole person understanding of their issue.
As a holistic practitioner, I weave together a tapestry of tools supported by somatic counseling psychology, neuroscience, expressive arts therapy, transpersonal / spiritual psychology, psychosynthesis coaching, imagery journeying, psychoshamanic practice, energy healing practices, ancestral indigenous approaches to wellness, kundalini yoga, ecopsychology, Jungian psychology, depth psychology, conscious somatic movement, mindfulness, and contemplative practices that lead to lasting healing and transformation.
My approach is essentially embodied, psychospiritual, heart-centered, and intuitive. In working with my clients, I recognize the importance of compassionately and mindfully addressing the physical, spiritual, psychological, and emotional components of their experience in order to have a whole person understanding of their issue.
As a holistic practitioner, I weave together a tapestry of tools supported by somatic counseling psychology, neuroscience, expressive arts therapy, transpersonal / spiritual psychology, psychosynthesis coaching, imagery journeying, psychoshamanic practice, energy healing practices, ancestral indigenous approaches to wellness, kundalini yoga, ecopsychology, Jungian psychology, depth psychology, conscious somatic movement, mindfulness, and contemplative practices that lead to lasting healing and transformation.
I value diversity and multiculturalism, and I am a fluent Spanish speaker. Thus, I encourage and promote human rights by donating time and money to organizations that actively further this cause, and by using my voice to suggest new narratives that address the needs of marginalized groups, as well as stand up to discrimination in our collective healing in mind. Moreover, I am LGBTQIA+ allied, non-binary ally, racial justice allied, disability ally, cancer survivorship ally, body positivity allied, and a supporter of racial healing, transformative justice and social change.
Above all, I honor all spiritual paths that provide a better understanding of our relationship with the earth, and that positively influence us to want to be and do better in relationship to ourselves and others. Thus, you may have your own way of connecting to your aliveness or life force via quiet reflection. For example, you may find restful peace and inspiration in nature, you may access a deeper awareness of yourself and the world around you through walking meditation, or you may already have an established spiritual practice. For your benefit and as a way to best support your holistic healing experience, I will employ any spiritual resources you may want to include in our work together.
On the other hand, if it's sometimes difficult for you to experience the intangible mystery of life, the great unknown, that many times translates into being disconnected from people, places, and things; then you may want to consider exploring what this creative life force may be for you now. If we were to work together, I will support you in reclaiming trust in yourself and others by tapping into the innate intelligence of your gut, heart, and mind centers.
In case you find yourself yearning for inspiration that speaks to the desire to connect to an ecocentric kind of spirituality, then I invite you to read the following article written by Eric Krans, a permaculturalist, maker of botanical products, and musician. Here you’ll learn how a third devastating miscarriage, the dissolution of a marriage, and the global pandemic, led Eric and his family to redefine and discover a new and meaningful way of relating to EVERYTHING AND EVERYONE. Krans, E. The rights of all beings. (2023). Kosmos: Journal for Global Transformation. https://www.kosmosjournal.org/kj_article/rights-of-all-beings
Additionally, along with having a core foundation in Body Psychotherapy and Dance Movement Therapy with a strong contemplative practice, I integrate psychospiritual - transpersonal soul work with other specialized psychotherapeutic practices to allow unconscious material or a higher consciousness to manifest using breath, movement, sensation, and inner imagery.
"The mind is brought into harmony with the spirit and includes the body, achieving an organic, harmonious unity of all aspects of the person's being, what we might call 'bio-psychosynthesis'. This is true spiritual alchemy." ~ Roberto Assagioli
If you resonate with ancient healing practices that are now often found in cutting edge counseling approaches, I may employ a psychoshamanic approach that integrates the spiritual and the therapeutic. Though in essence it is not religious, it may be considered soul work as it may include bioenergetic and soul-based perspectives. If interested in delving into this specific journey with me, I will support you in exploring your own path based on your own cultural and ancestral roots.
For clients who culturally resonate with the Native American and Latin American cultures, I may draw from the teachings of these ancestral cultures of which I am a part of and have been exposed to throughout my life, as well as from my own experiential psychoshamanic practice which supports my own personal transformative evolution.
Shamanism as a universal and ancestral spiritual system, with variations depending on regional traditions, supports that everything is interconnected and alive energetically speaking, and that there is a collective intelligence or source energy that may help us access and expand our level of consciousness. Also, a shamanic principle, recognized in many universal spiritual paths, reminds us that we are never alone in the world, as there is support all around us ready to assist us on our journey whenever we are ready.
In my journey, I have dedicated many, many years to my own self-healing, spiritual growth, expansion of consciousness, and professional development, and continue to do so. Hence, because I have gone through my own healing journey with depression, anxiety, trauma, and vast spiritual exploration and contemplative cultivation, among other things, I know how to get through and move beyond difficulties that seem insurmountable, at the time they’re happening.
I recognize that you already have all of the resources that you need within you to make the changes that are necessary to thrive in your life; however, you may not see this at this time and do not know how to move forward in creating the life you envision. My passion is to facilitate whole person healing; let me know if you would like me to support yours.
For clients who culturally resonate with the Native American and Latin American cultures, I may draw from the teachings of these ancestral cultures of which I am a part of and have been exposed to throughout my life, as well as from my own experiential psychoshamanic practice which supports my own personal transformative evolution.
Shamanism as a universal and ancestral spiritual system, with variations depending on regional traditions, supports that everything is interconnected and alive energetically speaking, and that there is a collective intelligence or source energy that may help us access and expand our level of consciousness. Also, a shamanic principle, recognized in many universal spiritual paths, reminds us that we are never alone in the world, as there is support all around us ready to assist us on our journey whenever we are ready.
In my journey, I have dedicated many, many years to my own self-healing, spiritual growth, expansion of consciousness, and professional development, and continue to do so. Hence, because I have gone through my own healing journey with depression, anxiety, trauma, and vast spiritual exploration and contemplative cultivation, among other things, I know how to get through and move beyond difficulties that seem insurmountable, at the time they’re happening.
I recognize that you already have all of the resources that you need within you to make the changes that are necessary to thrive in your life; however, you may not see this at this time and do not know how to move forward in creating the life you envision. My passion is to facilitate whole person healing; let me know if you would like me to support yours.
Lina Návar
Specialties & Areas of Particular Interest
Self-Esteem
Mindful Self-Compassion
Emotional Distress Syndrome of ADHD
Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) Empowerment
Somatic Intuition Development
Grounded Spirituality
Soul Work
Tarot & Other Symbol Cards as an Explorative Reflection Tool in Creative Therapeutic Practice
Synchronicities
Relationships
Whole Person Trauma Healing
Women’s Issues
Post-Abortion Stress Syndrome (PASS)
Cultural Affirmation & Responsiveness
Racial and Ethnic Identity Exploration
Racial Ambiguity & Mixed Race/Multiracial/Biracial or Monoracial Experience
Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Counseling & Support
Emotion Regulation
Holistic Communication
Life Transitions
Ancestral and Racial Healing
Mindful Self-Compassion
Emotional Distress Syndrome of ADHD
Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) Empowerment
Somatic Intuition Development
Grounded Spirituality
Soul Work
Tarot & Other Symbol Cards as an Explorative Reflection Tool in Creative Therapeutic Practice
Synchronicities
Relationships
Whole Person Trauma Healing
Women’s Issues
Post-Abortion Stress Syndrome (PASS)
Cultural Affirmation & Responsiveness
Racial and Ethnic Identity Exploration
Racial Ambiguity & Mixed Race/Multiracial/Biracial or Monoracial Experience
Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Counseling & Support
Emotion Regulation
Holistic Communication
Life Transitions
Ancestral and Racial Healing
Work with Lina
"Your decision to walk creates the path ahead."
~ Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist
~ Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist
The creative process plays a major role in how I work, and what I mean by that is that I see you as a unique individual with unique needs; in my work, I incorporate values of freedom of expression, respect for uniqueness and choice, and I utilize embodiment practices, intuition, and imagination as guiding instruments to identify and move beyond obstacles.
Your treatment will be tailor-made specifically for you and based on your focused intention to tend to determined areas. I will not have an agenda that dictates how or where I think things should go; instead, I will be open to where you are and what you are needing every step of the way. I will be actively committed to your healing process and you will be too; provided that we are a good fit for each other and you are ready for this level of commitment.
Depending on what is in your best interest, some of the specialized tools I often use are: Visualization & Inner Imagery, Psychoshamanic Healing Journey, Psychosynthesis, Embodied Presence, Hakomi, Focusing, Gestalt Parts Work, Mindfulness, Movement-Based Interventions, Somatic Experiencing, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, The Moving Cycle, Bioenergetics, Sound/Gong Healing, Energy Work, and EMDR with somatic interventions. You will be able to find out more information in the About section.
Would you like to be able to express yourself more authentically and embrace who you really are as a human being? For some this level of self-acceptance may involve spirituality, culture, race, ability, and sexual orientation identity. Are trauma, self-doubt, or personal and relationship challenges keeping you from living your life to the fullest? You are not alone!
I intend to bring awareness to unconscious emotions and thoughts that might uncover a more authentic and fulfilling way of being. Thus, I will encourage you to utilize your body's wisdom and intuition as a single integrated compass. By being mindful of emotional states, thinking patterns, imagery, energetic body sensations, noticing postural changes and movements, and bringing awareness to the breath, you will learn how to:
- successfully ride the wave of the most difficult emotions such as anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief, and anger
- face, embrace, and integrate your shadow and the light within
- powerfully reconnect with your inner guidance system
- rewire your brain for healing, resilience, and thriving
Moreover, I am interested in exploring the possibility of developing a supportive, therapeutic, and relational relationship that provides a safe and warm container through which you may address your concerns and become more empowered in your own personal process.
Healing is a team effort. Together, we can find the answer to what has been wanting to be healed within you, face much dreaded difficulties, and consider the possibility that everything you need to heal already exists in you, and always has.
Are you ready to be actively involved in creating the life you were meant to live, so that you, your soul, may experience and claim your innate wholeness? I am here to encourage you to acknowledge, welcome, and integrate both the shadow and the light within you. It is only when we allow ourselves the freedom to experience our wounds fully that we may begin the healing transformation. Healing happens in relationship. If we are meant to work together, it will be my honor to walk beside you and support you.
So, if you are ready to play an active role in your healing, and wholeheartedly desire to include the body-mind connection and psychospirituality in your personal growth work, then I may be the holistic practitioner for you.
Specialized Training & Practice
Self-Care for the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)
Psychosynthesis (Personal Growth & Development)
Body Psychotherapy
Movement & Dance Therapy
Neuroscience
Adult ADHD Emotional Care & Support
Expressive Arts Therapy
Trauma & PTSD Therapy (Somatic Experiencing, TF-CBT, EMDR, & ART)
Racial Healing
Embodied Spirituality
Shadow Work
Mindfulness Practices
Conscious Movement
Imagery Practices
Ketamine Holistic Integration
Sacred Medicine/Psychedelics Holistic Integration
Spiritual Exploration, Direction & Coaching
Ecotherapy
Transpersonal Soul Work (Human Potential & Life Transition Rituals & Ceremonies; transpersonal shamanism & shamanism in therapeutic practice, Psychosynthesis, Jungian Dream Analysis, Transformative Imagery, Active Imagination, & Inner Work)
Psychosynthesis (Personal Growth & Development)
Body Psychotherapy
Movement & Dance Therapy
Neuroscience
Adult ADHD Emotional Care & Support
Expressive Arts Therapy
Trauma & PTSD Therapy (Somatic Experiencing, TF-CBT, EMDR, & ART)
Racial Healing
Embodied Spirituality
Shadow Work
Mindfulness Practices
Conscious Movement
Imagery Practices
Ketamine Holistic Integration
Sacred Medicine/Psychedelics Holistic Integration
Spiritual Exploration, Direction & Coaching
Ecotherapy
Transpersonal Soul Work (Human Potential & Life Transition Rituals & Ceremonies; transpersonal shamanism & shamanism in therapeutic practice, Psychosynthesis, Jungian Dream Analysis, Transformative Imagery, Active Imagination, & Inner Work)
These wholesome and supportive holistic services are available to you via video connection, and at a peaceful and relaxing office space in North Austin. Moreover, if you are feeling a strong desire to connect in order to see if we are a good fit for each other, and very importantly, discuss the movement you would like to experience in your life as a result of possible change and conscious transformation, then I warmly invite you to schedule a free 20-minute meet-and-greet video consultation. Contact me to book your free 20-minute meet-and greet online consultation!
