Melanie (Johnson) French, Ph.D., BC-DMT, RYT-200, Certified KMP Analyst, Hypnotherapist
Are you feeling stressed or anxious? Tired of that habit? Still getting triggered by the same things?
You are not alone or flawed. Let's get to the ROOT of what's causing you pain.
New to Parenting?
Feel more confident and understand what your child really needs with expert guidance and support.
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed with all the demands of life?
Experience tailored solutions to help you overcome obstacles and achieve your goals, no matter how daunting they may seem.
Hypnotherapy and Somatic Healing Services
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Individual Coaching and Consultation Services
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Psychomotor Development Consultation Services
"Dr. French is a skilled practitioner! I am blown away by what we accomplished in just one session."
-Client C.
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"Melanie has been exactly what I need on my healing journey. She has been a gentle guide, shining a light on my strengths and introducing me to who I really am. Melanie has lifted me up, pushed me forward, challenged me, and has been a consistent supporter. I could not recommend her more."
-Ellie F.
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"Dr. French has been an incredible resource for me, offering a variety of therapy and healing methods that have truly transformed my life. Her vast knowledge and experience are matched by her extraordinary sensitivity and empathy. With her support, I always felt heard and understood. She illuminated aspects of my life, body, and psyche that I once believed were unchangeable, empowering me to see new possibilities."
-Amy D.
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"Wow, this process was so much more powerful for calming anxiety than the meditations I was doing before!"
-Client S.
Meet Dr. Melanie French
Dr. French brings a wealth of knowledge to her work, including 10 years of working in both inpatient and outpatient settings as a clinician and dance/movement psychotherapist as well as a graduate-level educator in clinical training programs.
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With a dedication to holistic healing, Dr. French holds expertise in mind-body approaches to wellness. Her lifelong interest in healing from trauma, anxiety, depression, and social phobias led her to professional training in multiple modalities, from Western academic approaches to Eastern medicine, as well as cross-cultural perspectives on health and wellness.
Dr. French has special expertise in developmental psychology and how we can understand what children need through observing their nonverbal behavior, and how what happens in our first 5 years of life is remembered by our bodies long after our conscious mind has forgotten! Her doctoral research explored the profound impact of rhythmic movements on emotional states and early childhood memories.
As a master trainer and educator in the Kestenberg Movement Profile (KMP) Body Movement Analysis System, Dr. French shares her expertise with a wide international audience, empowering others to understand how to support child development and healing of developmental traumas or difficulties at any stage of life.
She brings extensive training in an array of mind-body modalities, including hypnotherapy, dance/movement therapy, hatha yoga, energy psychology, EFT/tapping, kinesiology, mindfulness, meditation, Usui Reiki II, and creative arts therapies.
Now, through her specialized embodied coaching approach, she has facilitated profound resolutions for clients.
See contact information below to inquire or book a free 15-minute consultation.
Healing and resolving:
-unwanted habits
-anxiety
-overwhelm
-feeling stuck
-stress (acute and chronic)
-pain (acute and chronic)
-insomnia
-grief and sadness
-inner conflict
-new life phase or transition point
-creative blocks
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60-min session: $110
New Parents: I can help demystify your 0-5 year old child's nonverbal and verbal behavior so you feel confident and joyful in knowing what to expect and how to navigate each new year of life.
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Sensory-Sensitive Individuals:
Specialized support for Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) to find relief from overwhelm, fatigue, and feeling stuck in progressing toward goals.
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60-min session: $110
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An expert trainer and researcher in the Kestenberg Movement Profile (KMP) system of body movement observation, I offer movement assessments to clinicians, practitioners, and healthcare providers to provide nuanced insight into their clients and treatment.
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Personalized Movement Analysis to understand an individual's: needs, temperament, emotion regulation ability, learning style, coping skills style, relational style, and areas of psychological strength.
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Contact for pricing
Terms of Use: Hypnotherapy, Coaching and/or Consultations with Dr. Melanie French are non-clinical, private pay services. Coaching or Consultation services with Dr. Melanie French have no relationship with any third party payor (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, LNI, etc.). This means that payment is made directly between the client and Dr. Melanie French, and billing/superbills are not available. Clients may contact their HRA/HSA/FSA directly to see if they cover hypnotherapy or coaching for wellness and prevention. If you are experiencing financial hardship, please inquire about availability for sliding fee sessions. Medical Disclaimer: All information on this website is intended for instruction and informational purposes only. The authors are not responsible for any harm or injury that may result. Significant risk is possible if you do not follow due diligence and seek suitable professional advice about your particular situation, condition, or injury. Information on this website is not a substitute for professional mental health, therapy, or medical services. No guarantees of specific results are expressly made or implied on this website. Please seek help from a licensed medical professional if you are in need of diagnostic, clinical, and/or medical services or advice about whether the complimentary services provided by Dr. Melanie French are appropriate for you.