Embrace the True Version of Yourself
Trauma informed and Somatic based therapy in New York
Trauma Informed Therapy
Somatic Therapy
Dance Movement Therapy
My Specialties
I tailor the therapeutic process to each client. Often, I use a holistic approach to healing that incorporates traditional talk psychotherapy with other modalities.
The Safe and Sound Protocol
The Safe and Sound Protocol
This is a therapeutic intervention designed to support individuals, especially those experiencing challenges related to social engagement, auditory processing, stress and emotional regulation.
Dance Movement Therapy
Dance Movement Therapy
I help reprocess distressing memories, alleviating emotional distress and promoting psychological well-being
Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy
Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy
Many people seek biodynamic craniosacral therapy for pain management. They may experience relief from various types of physical discomfort, such as headaches and muscular tension.
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Understanding Your Behavior.
Do you ever wonder why you continue to respond to stress with the same unhealthy ways over and over again, no matter how much you try to change?
Or why certain relationships continue to be problematic? Maybe you keep ending up with the same (wrong) type of partner?
Maybe you tend to shut down and avoid social situations, or maybe you become activated and loud and get into arguments.
Traumatic experiences impact a person’s stress responses. As a trauma informed therapist, I help my patients gain a better understanding of their emotional responses either with verbal processing or movement interventions. In therapy, I help you understand your reactions and we work together to break those negative patterns so that you can feel good about yourself and your relationships.
Heal pain and traumatic experiences
Break patterns of e.g. codependency or self sabotaging behaviors
Communicate in a way where you feel seen, heard, and understood
Put an end to the same recurring relationship challenges
Get relief from anxiety and/or depression
Choose partners intentionally and consciously and not based on unhealed attachment wounds
Hi, I'm Deniz.
Dance has always spoken to me in ways that words never could. From my earliest memories, dance has been my lens to view the world. I know that each person's body has inherent healing potential and that through a holistic therapeutic process, people can begin to move towards an integrated, embodied sense of self and improve their relationships with others. Healing through dance and movement is an effective way to connect our mind, body, and soul.
I'm a trauma informed Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist, and Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist. I have 20 years of experience supporting people with their mental health and am committed to the interrelationships between thoughts, emotions, actions and beliefs.
I danced professionally in New York after earning a BFA in dance from the University of Michigan. Dance/movement therapy is a bridge between my passion for dance and the healing potential of movement.
I also practice a form of CST called Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy which is an effective treatment for pain release. I hold certificates from the New York Center of the Study of Authentic Movement, The Eastern Group Psychotherapy Society and Unyte/Ils in implementing the Safe and Sound Protocol.
Let's connect.
- Deniz Oktay
Client testimonials
Here are some experiences from my clients.
Elevate Your Well-being
Empower Your Journey to Resilience and Thrive
Get in touch
Feel free to send me a message and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.
