Welcome the view that the things which you think are wrecking your life — like your thoughts and emotions or illness and death — are actually gifts for your transformation.
— Dilgo Khentsye Rinpoche
MEET
ALEX
Email: alex@theheartcenter.us
Alex holds space for others to investigate the nature of living through earth-based somatic knowing, wisdom traditions, and the exploration of consciousness.
By attuning to natural presence and the timeless wisdom of nature we can access a well of resource and support to be with life and all it brings, including our traumas and joys.
Many of us feel thrown by the unsteadiness and uncertainty of life and are in need of a way to land more wholeheartedly in ourselves and explore what is touching us at a core level. Alex provides a spacious container to work with difficult emotions, habits, and states of mind, and turn towards what is calling for your attention.
1:1 sessions and group work with Alex is a time to get real and authentic with yourself and you life. It is a time to listen inward, to explore the root cause of suffering, and what is holding you back from living the life you most want. Through practices informed by Buddhist psychology, yogic traditions and somatic healing modalities, you will learn to befriend your body, mind, and heart, allowing whatever is arising in your experience and turning towards it with compassion.
Embodying wholeness and living aligned with Innate Goodness is likely a lifelong practice of becoming. This path includes bringing awareness into all the layers of experience at the mental, emotional, relational, and subtle levels of our being that distort our connection to innate wholeness and goodness; the wellspring of vitality that exists within our very being.
This work of inner investigation helps to refine us at the personal, relational, and communal level so that our natural expression in the world is one that benefit’s both our own life and the live’s of those we share it with.
Alex’s work is trauma-informed and influenced by Buddhist philosophy, certified in a somatic healing modality called Focalizing trained in Mindful Self-Compassion, Mindful Compassionate Dialogue, plant medicine, and the wisdom of Nature and the human spirit.
Offerings
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Explore embodiment, self-inquiry, and compassionate presence as a means to process stuck emotions and trauma and connect more deeply with your authentic self. Schedule here.
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Alex teaches two weekly meditation classes, a monthly grief space and offers 8-week series for small groups a few times per year. Check out the Classes for their current offerings.
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A ritual based practice for those who have participated in 1:1 or group work with Alex. An intentional day of ceremony to relax into you authentic self and connect more deeply to the heart. Heal through connection within a grounded, safe and beautiful community atmosphere. Email for more info.
Testimonials
Dr. Megan Taylor, ND - Seattle, WA
“There is medicine just being in Alex’s space. Alex has had a profound impact on my life, in more ways that I can count. I can always rely on our conversations to help bring clarity to my inner experience, and insight into my best next moves.”
Mattie F., Designer - Los Angeles, CA
“Knowing and working with Alex is a gift. Alex creates space to allow others to see and feel clearly, to explore, and to be introspective. Alex is as real and human as they come - she creates an environment to be reflective, inspired, and close to one's true north. Thank you, Alex!”
Gayan Macher, Spiritual Teacher - San Francisco, CA
“Alex has a beautiful combination of depth of spirit and effectiveness in functioning in the world. She has the soul of a student—eager to learn, open and curious. And she is a capable teacher—articulate, intelligent and authentic. Alex has a dedicated contemplative life, and is a serious practitioner of meditation.”
Angela S., Strategist - Portland, OR
“Each time I visit with Alex I am first greeted by a warm smile. It's a smile that invites me in and makes me feel safe. I am able to share what's on my mind and in my heart freely, without any fear of judgment. Hers is a calming presence and one of sincere trust. Alex has an expert ability to create serene spaces that engage all the senses. As she's guided me through exercises, I've felt confident in her approach, allowing me to experience growth and peace. Alex's devotion to finding truth and balance are apparent whenever we meet, and I cherish all the time that we spend together.”
Kristy W., Professional Facilitator - Portland, OR
“Whether someone wants to begin or deepen their spiritual and inner-knowing journey, I wholeheartedly recommend Alex. Before working with Alex I had no idea how disconnected I was from feeling in my body and how often I would disassociate and abandon my self. Working with Alex is safe and gentle and our sessions feel like I am coming home to myself. My sessions with Alex are what I call 'Truth Therapy' as everything we uncover and explore when pulled from my inner knowing in my body, is the truth. I can't hide from the truth, and Alex creates such an encouraging environment that I don't want to.