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Therapy With a Difference...

Are you an intelligent and creative seeker of truth who has used traditional therapies and found them “ok” – but lacking? Are you someone on a path of recovery and healing seeking a way to connect more fully to your Soul? Are you more interested in growing and evolving into a more authentic you (rather than becoming “normal,” a carbon copy of everyone else)? Then Donna May and the depth psychology methods she utilizes could be for you.

Depth Psychology is a theoretic orientation that recognizes each individual has a Soul; each has a unique story and experience unfolding. Emotional pain and problems are symptoms that can compel you to grow, move you to deeper levels of experience. Your symptoms are the seed wounds that initiate your growth, the deepening of your life roots, and the blooming of your most authentic Self.

The methods most utilized by Donna May include dream work and creative expression, using writing, art, music and other mediums to assist in the unfolding of the healing process.

Therapist in Siskiyou County, Yreka, California

 

     
 

 

 

 
Meet Donna May...

Donna May is a therapist, educator and dreamtender who lives and works in Siskiyou County CA. Donna May has offices in Yreka and Etna, California. She sees clients (12 Years & Up), conducts classes and groups.  Donna May is an adjunct faculty member at College of the Siskiyous.  Donna May also consults and lectures with various agencies and professionals on codependency, co-occurring disorders, addiction recovery treatment and dreams.

A graduate of Pacifica Graduate Institute, she has a
M.A. degree in counseling psychology with a specialization in depth psychology. She also has advanced training in Dreamtending. Donna May has worked in the mental health and addiction recovery fields for over 14 years. Her background is rich and varied: she has experience and training in EMDR, drug and alcohol issues, co-dependency, anxiety and other mood disorders, PTSD, life trauma. She also served as System Administrator for Alcohol and Other Drug Programs at Siskiyou County Behavioral Health Services.

License No: MFC 40621

Depth Pshchology therapist

Yreka, California

     
 

 

 

 

 

 


Dream Work...

Dream work is a cornerstone of the therapeutic process. Strongly influenced by Dr. Stephen Aizenstat’s Dreamtending method, Donna May believes in the power and uniqueness of each person’s dream images and focuses on dreams’ uniqueness, shying away from formulaic and interpretive styles of dream work. Dreams are utilized in individual and group therapy sessions conducted in her offices.


Writing For Recovery © 1994

Writing For Recovery (WFR) is a writing program developed by Donna May. The WFR Method recognizes the personal and community healing that happens through the writing and sharing of our personal stories and experiences.

Donna May teaches classes and groups on the WFR Method throughout Siskiyou County and beyond. The WFR Method catches the imagination of all who have experienced it. Donna May shares her writing method with various people and populations including college students, mental health clients, recovering addicts, codependency groups, women in jail, teens at juvenile hall and private clients and citizens who just want to write and share their story.

If you are interested in learning more about The WFR Method and the power of writing, click here.

UPCOMING ALL DAY WRITING WORKSHOP - SAT, July 10th10am-4pm:

Donna May will be facilitating a WFR Workshop on July 10th at her new Yreka Office. Just $45 for this all day writing workshop. Click here for more information



Therapist in Northern California specializing in Dreamtending

     
 

Depth Pshchology therapist

College of the Siskiyous Instructor

 

 

 

 

 

 
Workshops & Classes...

Up-coming Classes, Groups & Free Dream Lectures:

    Healing from Codependency
    "Never dull yourself for someone else." ~ Tyra Banks
    Advanced Codependency Group for Women ~ On- going group

    When: Tuesdays
    Time:
    5:30pm-7pm
    Location: Yreka, CA
    Fee: $
    25
    per session
    A
    minimum 3 month commitment to Group is required
    Conatct Donna May ~ 530-841-0911 ~ for approval to attend
    this group!
    New members will be admitted as space allows.

    If you have wanted to learn more about recovery from codependency, here is your chance!
    Come join this on-going group of women committed to recovery from codependency. Meet weekly in a safe, supportive and confidential setting. This group is for women who know what codependency is AND understand they need on-going support to keep them on the road of recovery and healing. Remember: Recovery is Possible!

    Some of the topics that will be covered in this recovery group are:

  • Enabling
  • Boundaries
  • Relationahips
  • How to Increase Self-Esteem
  • Tools for Recovery & Healing from Codependency


  • To reserve a space call: 530-841-0911 or email Donna for more information
Dream Groups:
    Community Dream Group
    No group in June or July

Writing For Recovery Workshop
Saturday, July 10, 2010 ~ 10am - 4pm*
Yreka Office
Cost:  $45
 
To Register Call 841-0911 or Email me at: donnamaymft@hotmail.com
 
 
*Lunch will be on your own....
     
   



Contact DONNA MAY..
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Yreka Office - NEW
213 W Miner St, Suite A
Yreka, CA 96097
(530) 841-0911

 

 

  Etna Office
The Etna Office Building
311 Collier Way, Suite 1
Etna, CA

(530) 467-3353


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Yreka California

 

Dreamtending and dreamtender

     
 

 

psychology therapist

Yreka, California

 


Testimonials...

HERE IS WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT THEIR EXPERIENCES IN
ENGLISH 599 ~ LIFE STORY WRITING
:

"...I could learn to feel my memories-and more importantly to give myself permission to feel others' memories...a real growing experience - I have gained a lot of perspective -- and that was what I needed and what I did not know to want." ~ John Walsh

" I like that by giving me a subject to write it gives me a spring board into things that have been locked up in my head, that should maybe be addressed...this is the first time I have taken an instructed class and ended up benefiting by it. I enjoy this class so much because I am doing the thing I enjoy -- writing--at home, something else always comes first and I never get around to it." ~ Terry Zuniga

"I like the friendliness among classmates...the class was fun. Laughter was part of the curriculum." Allen

WHAT CODEPENDENCY RECOVERY GROUP MEMBERS ARE REPORTING:

"I like that what is said stays in the group, which gives a sense of security.  I also really enjoyed the handouts, which coincided with the topic....I learned a great deal of information on how to identify when I am being codependent.  Your knowledge was stimulating and empowering." ~ Michelle K

"What I learned in the group: A) That I have almost zero boundaries; B) How important it is for me to work on my stuff. To keep going - not stopping!; C) A reminder that I am not alone...I am very glad for the next class..." ~ Anonymous

"...Three things that stuck out: 1) how my money is spent: less for me, more for my kids; 2) Establishing boundaries; 3) If they're over 18, I don't need to be taking care of them." ~ Anonymous

"I realized some things about myself that I never considered a problem - but it is! I learned that there is a reason I feel the way I do. I need to quit blaming my mom and learn how to move on...I did get some self empowerment." ~ Anonymous

"I liked that everyone was given an opportunity to speak and be heard and the environment made for a respectful atmosphere....I appreciated the rapport that was made in the group. The environment was comfortable and made for a supportive group." ~ Anonymous


STUDENT COMMENT ABOUT DREAM WORKSHOPS:
“My life was busy and hectic and I wanted to take some time for myself somehow so when I saw a
flyer on Donna May’s dreamtending group I thought I would give it a try. It sounded different and interesting and I figured I’d meet some new people…It sounds pretty cliché’, but its amazing how
taking a closer look at many different aspects of a dream can help me identify my Soul’s longings…” Nancy Morgen

     
 

 


 

Links and interesting websites...

Dreamtending information: Dreamtending is a way of working with dreams that orients around four essential ideas. Learn more about Dr. Stephen Aizenstat at this link ~ www.dreamtending.com

Mosaic Voices: This organization seeks to create cross-cultural alliances, mentoring relationships and social connections built upon personal trust and commitment to bridging unhealthy divisions in contemporary communities ~ www.mosaicvoices.org

StoryHelp: This is the website of Tristine Rainer, author of The New Diary. It is an excellent source of information on how to rethink old ideas about what it means to write an autobiography ~ .www.storyhelp.com

FolkStory: This site is for those interested in story and myth ~ www.folkstory.com

Fact Sheet on Co-dependency : This link at Mental Health America is very informative on co-dependency ~ www.nmha.org/go/codependency

Co-Dependents Anonymous: Support and information on co-dependency~ www.codependents.org

Siskyou County First 5: http://www.first5siskiyou.org/

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Donna May, MA,MFT
213 W Miner St, Suite A ~ Yreka, CA 96097 ~ (530) 841-0911
Etna Office Building ~ 311 Collier Way, Suite 1 ~ Etna, CA
~(530) 467-3353

Individual Therapy with a Difference ~ Couples Counseling ~ Teen Therapy ~Dream Work ~Dreamtending ~ Depth Psychology ~ Grief & Loss
Writing for Recovery ~ Codependency & Relationship Issues ~ Family of orgin Issues ~ Healing from Trauma & Abuse
Serving Far Northern California ~ Yreka ~Etna ~ Fort Jones ~ Mt Shasta ~ Weed ~ Siskiyou County ~ Ashland & Southern Oregon


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