Dreaming the Light

Dreamwork & Expressive Arts Therapy with Valerie Reichmann

Joanna Season 1 Episode 9

Join us for an insightful conversation with psycho-spiritual therapist Valerie Reichmann. She shares details about her fascinating journey into the world of expressive arts therapy, psychodrama and dreamwork. Valerie discusses how she combines these techniques in her therapy sessions and explains how they can be particularly helpful during times of crisis.

Moreover, she dwells on the importance of dreams in therapy and introduces methods she employs in decoding those dreams, including working with nightmares. Reflecting on her work with Holocaust survivors, Valerie highlights the power of resilience that often surfaces in dreams. The discussion is filled with wisdom and hope, shedding light on the underappreciated power of dreams and arts in healing.

You can find more information about her work and offerings at https://www.exprecious.net/home/.

00:00 Introduction
00:53 Journey to Becoming a Psycho Spiritual Therapist
03:42 The Role of Dreams in Therapy
06:51 The Power of Dreams in Understanding Ourselves
12:43 The Magic of Expressive Arts Therapy
20:25 Working with Nightmares in Therapy
24:56 Dealing with Trauma-Inflicted Nightmares
29:40 Understanding Dreams and Their Timing
32:16 The Power of Nightmares
34:30 The Role of Dreams in Unconscious Communication
36:32 The Complexity of Dream Interpretation
41:44 Dreams and Holocaust Survivors

I'm Joanna, the creator behind Blue Lotus Queendom. I have a deep fascination with the subconscious mind and the mysteries of dreams. Through years of exploration, I've gained insight into how dreamwork, relaxation, and meditation can help us uncover hidden potential.
My mission is to help others discover the power of their own dreams and the subconscious.

Check out my website for blog post and other offerings related to dreams at https://www.bluelotusqueendom.com/.

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