I'm Alexandra, a Gestalt Soul Care Mentor who is passionate about supporting people to embrace and love all aspects of their authentic self.
I've been in recovery from addiction for over 30 years, and during that time, I've done a lot of therapy and deep 12 Step work. Then, in 2007, everything changed when I discovered Spiritually Integrated Gestalt work--It was the most powerful recovery experience I'd every had. Even though I was a professional violinist at the time (see music player below), I felt a strong calling to learn this healing practice (a true art form!) and share it with others. It took me from just getting by to truly thriving, and I knew I had to pass that gift on to anyone seeking it.
I work with individuals and groups using spiritually integrated Gestalt practices as the basis of a holistic process that pays close attention to the story of your journey, using an awareness of your body, soul, mind, spirit and social context.
I call this work "Gestalt Soul Care".
Gestalt Soul care is the culmination of my training and experience in a synthesis of several components, including studies in Gestalt and a decade of immersive work with the Rev. Tilda Norberg, Dr. Sylvia Crocker, and the Gestalt International Study Center. I also bring to my work a synthesis of Coaching Principles, 12 Step Wisdom and Aesthetic Sensibilities gained from a career in music performance. All of these blended elements have equipped me to offer you a uniquely perceptive and in depth approach for accessing inner healing and growth.
You can experience Gestalt Soul Care in several ways: one-on-one, or in a group retreat settings, or in an intensive training program. The work is powerful and responsive to your unique needs and situation.
I will be supporting you every step of your journey, providing a safe, confidential, respectful and encouraging environment in which you can explore and discover the hidden parts of yourself. As you become aware of and more loving toward your previously unknown parts, you are then better integrated and equipped to sense, accept and understand your inner self. This deeper knowledge of self will empower you to move into a more free and joyful relationship with yourself and your world.
I invite you to sign up today for a Free Introductory Session or a Free 90 Minute Workshop.
--Alexandra MacCracken, Gestalt Soul Care Mentor
I've been in recovery from addiction for over 30 years, and during that time, I've done a lot of therapy and deep 12 Step work. Then, in 2007, everything changed when I discovered Spiritually Integrated Gestalt work--It was the most powerful recovery experience I'd every had. Even though I was a professional violinist at the time (see music player below), I felt a strong calling to learn this healing practice (a true art form!) and share it with others. It took me from just getting by to truly thriving, and I knew I had to pass that gift on to anyone seeking it.
I work with individuals and groups using spiritually integrated Gestalt practices as the basis of a holistic process that pays close attention to the story of your journey, using an awareness of your body, soul, mind, spirit and social context.
I call this work "Gestalt Soul Care".
Gestalt Soul care is the culmination of my training and experience in a synthesis of several components, including studies in Gestalt and a decade of immersive work with the Rev. Tilda Norberg, Dr. Sylvia Crocker, and the Gestalt International Study Center. I also bring to my work a synthesis of Coaching Principles, 12 Step Wisdom and Aesthetic Sensibilities gained from a career in music performance. All of these blended elements have equipped me to offer you a uniquely perceptive and in depth approach for accessing inner healing and growth.
You can experience Gestalt Soul Care in several ways: one-on-one, or in a group retreat settings, or in an intensive training program. The work is powerful and responsive to your unique needs and situation.
I will be supporting you every step of your journey, providing a safe, confidential, respectful and encouraging environment in which you can explore and discover the hidden parts of yourself. As you become aware of and more loving toward your previously unknown parts, you are then better integrated and equipped to sense, accept and understand your inner self. This deeper knowledge of self will empower you to move into a more free and joyful relationship with yourself and your world.
I invite you to sign up today for a Free Introductory Session or a Free 90 Minute Workshop.
--Alexandra MacCracken, Gestalt Soul Care Mentor
Alexandra's CDs: A musical history~
Long before founding Gestalt Soul Care, Alexandra MacCracken devoted her life to the pursuit of beauty through music. As a professional baroque violinist, she performed with distinguished early music ensembles throughout the Atlantic coast, which included being the Founder and Artistic Director of Ensemble Gaudior. Her recording "Masters of the Baroque" was a BBC "Pick of the Month". Performing on these period instruments (c. 1600-1800) within the tradition of historically informed performance demanded far more than technical excellence.
These CDs were the product of disciplined listening, relational sensitivity, artistic discernment, creative imagination, and an unwavering commitment to presence.
Please enjoy this performance of "Masters of the Baroque" - Ensemble Gaudior - played by Alexandra MacCracken and various friends!
Sonata in A major, Op. 1, No3 (HWV 361) for violin and basso continuo: G. F. Handell (1685-1759)
Prelude and Fugue in F major, BWV 880 (from The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II) for harpsichord: J. S. Bach (1685-1750)
Sonata No 4 in C minor, BWV 1017 for violin and obbligato harpsichord solo: J. S. Bach
Two movements in E minor Pieses de clavessin, 1724 for harpscihord solo: Jean-Philppe Rameau (1683-1764)
Passacaglia in G minor ("The Guardian Angel") for violin solo: H Biber (1644-1704)
Two Sonatas in A major, K. 208-09 for harpsichord solo: D Scarlatti (1685-1757)
Sonata in C minor, RV 6 for violin and baqsso continuo: Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741)
"International Grace & Harmony" - Masterworks of Baroque Chamber Music from Germany, England, Italy and France - played by Alexandra MacCracken and various friends!
Trio Sonata in A minor, Op. 1, No. 3 (1694) with Tina Chancey, viola de gamba; Webb Wiggins, harpsichord
Trio Sonatat No. 9 in F major (1697) with Elizabeth Field, baroque violin; Stephanie Vial, baroque cello, Webb Wiggins, harpsichord
Trio Sonata in G minor, HWV 393 with Elizabeth Field, baroque violin; Stephanie Vial, baroque cello; Webb Wiggins, harpsichord
Sonata in D major, Op 5, No. 1 (1700) with Caroline Kang, baroque cello; William Simms, theorbo
Sonata a la Maresienne in C major (1723) with Daniel Rippe, viola de gamba; Adam Pearl, harpsichord
Sonata No. 3 in F major (1681) with Lori Barnet, baroque cello; Joseph Gascho, harpsichord