SUSAN JOST
LCSW, JD, EEM-CLP
integrative psychotherapy and energy medicine
SERVICES
INTEGRATIVE
PSYCHOTHERAPY
As a licensed clinical social worker, I have 25+ years experience in practicing and teaching mindfulness meditation in a formal setting. I have completed formal training and extensive consultation in EMDR, and have studied with David Feinstein in Energy Psychology (tapping). My approach is integrative, utilizing both top down and bottom up approaches. It is my intention to create an environment of unconditional acceptance and validation, employing modalities including mindfulness based therapy, EMDR, IFS, energy psychology, as well as deep listening and traditional talk therapy. I also often incorporate Buddhist philosophy and non-religious spirituality into sessions, depending on the interest and comfort-level of the client.
Psychotherapy sessions are offered both in-person at my Shorewood office or virtually. I take both insured and self-pay clients.
ENERGY MEDICINE SESSIONS
What is energy medicine?
Energy medicine is any modality that works with the subtle energy systems of the body to effect healing. My energy medicine practice is eclectic and ever evolving. The basis of the work I do and my most extensive training is in the Eden Method (formerly called Eden Energy Medicine). I also have training and attunement in the well known modality of Reiki. Additionally, I have gone thorough training and received powerful attunements through the Spiritual Unfoldment Network, in the Hawaiian energy system of Huna and in Drisana, an ancient Tibetan energy system. The Eden Method encompasses techniques from a variety of traditions, including acupuncture, tantra, yoga, kinesiology, and qi gong. Flow, balance, and harmony can be restored and supported within the body by massaging, tapping or holding energy points on the skin, by moving the hand over energy pathways and centers, by focused use of the mind and intention to move energies, and/or by surrounding the body with healing energies. Reiki, Huna and Drisana are intelligent energies that I am able to direct toward a client on many levels: physical, emotional, mental and spiritual.
What kinds of things can be treated with energy medicine?
Energy medicine is incredibly comprehensive and can be helpful for treating a multitude of issues. Clients may seek out energy medicine to resolve chronic health issues, reduce and eliminate pain, regulate hormones, improve mood and mental wellness, increase vitality, prevent illness, slow aging, and to generally bring the body, mind, and spirit into balance.
What is an energy medicine session like?
An energy medicine session will begin with a discussion about your concerns and then some assessment, including muscle testing. Applying light pressure to certain muscles can give information about how energy is flowing in the body. After assessment, treatment may include a combination of light touch, massage, or hovering hands above your body. Most people find sessions very relaxing. Clients are fully clothed, ideally in loose fitting, or flexible attire.