In the ever-evolving landscape of mental health and wellness, alternative approaches to mainstream therapy are gaining attention. One such alternative approach is Tarotpy, a unique blend of tarot and therapy. This approach, offered by Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Dannielle Bennett of Connected Fungirl Wellness, combines the intuitive insights of tarot, with the structured support of traditional therapeutic techniques. Let's explore what Tarotpy is, how it works, and how it can benefit your mental, emotional & spiritual well-being.
Understanding Tarotpy
First of all, let's get a better understanding of what tarot is...
Tarot
The use of tarot is often mis-portrayed & misunderstood. Tarot is a powerful tool to connect with your "Higher Self", or your "Soul". There is nothing dark about tarot as Hollywood likes to portray. In fact, as is often the case, the truth is actually the complete opposite of what we are led to believe. Tarot is a tool to connect with your inner light & your energy across the "veil" - it is YOU seeking insight from YOU.
The Concept
Tarotpy is a fusion of a tarot reading and psychotherapeutic techniques. It leverages the symbolic language of tarot cards to facilitate self-reflection, uncover subconscious thoughts, and explore personal challenges. Under the guidance of a licensed therapist, tarot becomes more than just a tool for divination; it transforms into a powerful instrument for personal growth and healing.
The concepts of tarot were strongly endorsed by Carl Jung, the founder of Analytical psychology. The notion of the "Hero's Journey" as described by Jung, is also the story of the "Fool", as symbolized by the 78 tarot cards in a deck. The suits of the deck also correspond to the concepts of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as related to representation of thoughts (swords), feelings (cups), behaviors (wands) & things (coins). Tarot can be a very powerful tool to bring forth the wisdom from the subconscious & unconscious minds, into our consciousness.
The Practitioner
Dannielle Bennett is not only a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, but also a Level IV Usui Reiki Master, and an experienced tarot reader. Her approach integrates the evidence-based therapeutic techniques she has honed through her clinical therapy practice, with the spiritual, introspective nature of tarot. This combination allows her to provide a holistic healing experience that addresses both the mind and the spirit.
Dannielle offers individual & group Tarotpy sessions in Luzerne County, PA. Dannielle also offers workshops teaching others
how to read their own tarot cards, as she firmly believes that each & every person is their own best expert.
Dannielle has published 3 books, including "Advice From the Cards", and has created 2 tarot decks with pre-printed quotes of "advice" from the perspective of each card, so that anyone can begin receiving messages from the Higher Self, regardless of their knowledge level in tarot. An explicit deck is also available because cursing is therapeutic too.
For more information, or to order products or schedule an appointment, visit www.connectedfungirl.com
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