Kat Allen, MA, CYT
Body Psychotherapy, Yoga Therapy

The Four Aims Center for Mind-Body Therapies

• http://www.fouraims.com

Body-centered psychotherapy is a quick and unique way into the psyche, the soma, and what is true and present in the moment. Specializing in anxiety-depression, trauma, loss, addiction and chronic illness, I help clients uncover the source of their "blockages," what's holding them back (connecting past and present issues), while strengthening their ability to integrate body-wisdom and feelings with intellectual insight, freeing up a fuller range of expression in relationship to self and others.

Classical yoga and meditation is still a huge inspiration in my life; 22 years as a certified yoga teacher and yoga therapist has offered the relentless...[more]

Body-centered psychotherapy is a quick and unique way into the psyche, the soma, and what is true and present in the moment. Specializing in anxiety-depression, trauma, loss, addiction and chronic illness, I help clients uncover the source of their "blockages," what's holding them back (connecting past and present issues), while strengthening their ability to integrate body-wisdom and feelings with intellectual insight, freeing up a fuller range of expression in relationship to self and others.

Classical yoga and meditation is still a huge inspiration in my life; 22 years as a certified yoga teacher and yoga therapist has offered the relentless reminder that Ego is not a catalyst for healing and transformation, but with courage and commitment, one can find something deeper that is.

I've created a studio in West Seattle, the Four Aims Center, where I have a private counseling practice for individuals or couples, work with individuals interested in yoga therapy, and teach group yoga classes that offer lots of individual attention For yoga therapy I use tools that bring balance to the physical/structural, the physiology (sleep, digestion, women's issues, etc), mental-emotional (inquiry into the stories that rule us and our core psychic "tensions"), and the spiritual dimension, all according to an individual's needs and interests. [less]

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  From Lyle Rudensey

  Given on Wed Nov 7, 2007.

  Kat is a wonderful amazing yoga teacher and person! I took yoga classes from her for a couple years (till...[more]

  Kat is a wonderful amazing yoga teacher and person! I took yoga classes from her for a couple years (till she moved her studio) and just loved them.. I always felt healed in some way, and loved every aspect- the postures, her attention to peoples' needs, the spiritual dimension she wove in, and her love. Give her a call- you'll be glad you did.   [less]
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  From Justin Harris

  Given on Fri Oct 26, 2007.

  FIrst the Disclaimer: Kat is my partner and love of my life. She's also been facilitating the therapeutic component of...[more]

  FIrst the Disclaimer: Kat is my partner and love of my life. She's also been facilitating the therapeutic component of my financial workshops for some time... which means I've been a witness to her effective and compassionate work with struggling individuals and couples. If you're needing counseling centered in words and ego-enhancement, keep on looking. But call Kat if you're ready to make a significant shift in your emotional health within a relatively short time frame.    [less]