About Elizabeth Kubala, LPC - Education, Training, path

A b o u t M e

My background and training is multifaceted. I have worked as a gymnastics teacher, a graphic artist, a writer and a computer programmer. But for most of my life, I have focused on helping people improve their physical health with physical therapy, massage and Shiatsu. My journey toward counseling began when I became clear that healing requires attention to both the body and mind. I still have an interest in helping people access the wisdom of their bodies. I am glad, though, for the opportunity to also explore the wisdom of emotions, dreams, intuition and the intellect.

I graduated from Texas State University in 2013 with a masters degree in Professional Counseling. I have completed advanced training in Hakomi – a body-centered, mindfulness-based therapy, and DEEP - another experiential approach to therapy grounded in neuroscience and attachment theory (based on AEDP ). I also have some training, a lot of exposure to, and a keen interest in doing parts work using the Internal Family Systems model. In 2014, I completed the first level of training in EMDR and since then I have been integrating this powerful approach to healing trauma into my work.

Finally, my work is influenced by 65 plus years of life experience, a long-time meditation practice, infinite curiosity, and continuing study, training and consultation. It is one of the greatest privileges I have to serve people in the role of counselor.