Kim Mossbrook
Core Energetics
Core Energetics is a significant therapeutic modality that integrates aspects of your being; mind, body, emotions, spirit, and your will.
It is a supportive process that enables you to explore your past and present issues and patterns more deeply than traditional talk therapy.
I partner with you to bring about a greater awareness of yourself and a deeper experience of your feelings. You begin to let go of defensive patterns that no longer serve you. Through this unified and holistic process, you connect more deeply with your Core essence. Your truest nature is energetic, creative, loving, and open to life. Core Energetics is a dynamic system for personal growth, healing, and transformation. Together we work to unblock your innate life force through the use of movement, breath, voice, and other techniques. You gain greater understanding of what makes you tick.
This understanding opens up more choices about what you create in your life. When your energy is blocked, your body and personality suffer. When your energy is flowing, long standing patterns shift. You have more clarity, purpose, pleasure.
Our bodies tell our autobiography without words. Every memory, every experience we have lodges itself in the body at the cellular level. We tend to hang on to our histories and create patterns that form and shape our bodies.
Then we repeat those patterns in relationship with significant others. In Core Energetics we have the opportunity to shift those old stories, to let go of what no longer serves us, and to live from a place of choice.
The center of the map is our core, or essence. This is who we are when we are born. Pure. At some point in early life, most people experience some level of trauma, either physical, emotional, psychological or sexual. When that trauma is suppressed, the lower self develops, where primitive negative reactions are experienced. But society teaches us to go underground with our genuine feelings. So we cover our lower self with a mask. The mask prevents us from communicating authentically. In Core Energetics, we learn to penetrate the mask and express the lower self which takes us to our core essence. It is in this place that we learn who we really are.
Map of Personality by Kathleen E Sheg
What is a session like?
It’s important to keep in mind that every session is different and tailored to each individual’s needs and comfort level. Building connection, establishing trust, following what comes up, and processing are all important.
A typical Core session is approximately 55 mins long, The initial session will involve an intake form, so that I may be able to obtain important information from you including basic information, health and family history, and therapy goals.
After this process, we can begin the work and can start off talking about how you’re feeling and what you need on that particular day. We might set some intentions for the session or we can see what arises organically.
Next we’ll proceed with a combination of talk therapy, that may or may not lead us to doing some bodywork, guided meditation, physical movements, or hands-on techniques that is appropriate to your particular needs.
The work is primarily experiential – which means we’ll spend time with what you’re feeling in your body – listening to your body, mind, and spirit, with hopes of becoming aware of what might be holding you back.
I am also available for hire to officiant marriage ceremonies.
Who do you work with?
I work with adults, young adults, couples (heterosexual, LGBTQ, polyamorous, monogamous).
Why might I have a session with you?
These methods have been shown to benefit folks seeking help with:
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Anxiety, intense fear, panic, or dread
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Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse
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Relationship and sexual challenges
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Grief
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Anger and aggression issues
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Low self-esteem
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Guilt and shame
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Trauma
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Difficulty finding joy, meaning, or purpose in life
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PTSD
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Lack of focus, feeling stuck
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Work and family related pressure
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Stress
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Depression
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Suicidal ideation or self harm
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Difficulty sleeping or changes in appetite
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Affirmative care for issues of sexuality & gender / LGBTQ
Where does the session take place? What should I wear?
I am currently available in Canandaigua, NY.
It is best to wear comfortable clothes, and to bring water to drink. Long distance session possible, in person preferred.
Are there exercises I can do at home?
Potentially yes. I can also teach you how to fit the specific techniques we do in our sessions to be used in your everyday life. These techniques can both instantly increase blood flow and energy or they can promote tension release and inner peace.
Is therapy confidential?
Yes. I am required to protect my client’s privacy and will not reveal any aspect of the client including the contents of therapy. However, there are instances where I must break confidentiality in some circumstances, including and not limited to self harm or harm of others..
What is your availability?
I am available Monday-Friday and the times can fluctuate between the hours of 9am-5:00pm. It's best to get in touch with me directly so we can discuss options.
What are your rates?
I charge $100 for a 55 minute session for an individual, $150 for a hour 15 min couples session. If fees create a financial barrier to accessing my services, please talk with me to explore options, as I do offer a limited number of sliding scale spots.
Do you accept insurance?
Unfortunately no. Payment is required at the beginning of a session in form of check or cash.
What is the recommended number of sessions and how often?
That varies. I'd recommend weekly or bi-weekly sessions initially. If you can't commit to that, as often as you can manage. We may work together intensively for a time period and then less frequently as you get in touch with you, your blocks, your body. There is no specific time frame required.
How do I schedule?
Call or text me at (585) 738-4284. I am willing to provide a free 15 min phone consultation to those seeking more information.
Kim Mossbrook (she/her) has a passion to help people. She started by teaching middle school students and has her Masters in Education. She branched out into other realms and began to pursue her own personal growth work. Kim became involved with Shalom Retreats™, Core Energetics, Shamanic Healing, Reiki II, and is ordained in the Order of the Melchizedek. She is also a Certified Core Energetics Practitioner.
