Sonny Rose

The focus of my work  is to understand the nature of consciousness and the relationship of body to mind.  This perspective is grounded in the latest neuroscientific research, and supported by an understanding of contemplative practice.  I embrace cutting edge neuropsychology, transpersonal psychology, and authentic spiritual inquiry in order to address human suffering  so that the individual is able to examine the context in which they not only experience themselves but also a larger context of life as a spiritual experience. The larger context asks that we not stay identified with the personality and ego but shift our awareness to an innate “space”  of consciousness which connects directly to Intuition or Inner Knowing and is witness to our own feelings, thoughts, and emotions.

As a result of my experience working with people who are in transition,  I developed a method to guide individuals to use their own experience as a stepping-stone towards transforming their life, resulting in more happiness, love, and wisdom.  The process is dynamic, co-creative, and empowering.

My intention is to assist you in moving into a state of joy and enhance your self-knowing.  I am  available to help you process and integrate the beauty of your wholeness with respect and honor.

My undergraduate degree from Boston University is a Bachelors of Science in Education. Psychology  was a second major. I attended La Sorbonne in Paris, learning the language, studying theater and French literature.

After graduating, I moved to Iran and taught English and French. My interest in spirituality deepened while living there. I developed and led small groups for Iranian women. (This was at the time the Shah of Iran was in power) From Iran, I traveled extensively, spent time in Nepal studying with Tibetan teachers and meditating and living at a Buddhist Temple. This was life changing and had a huge impact in the way I have lived, taught, and practiced psychotherapy.

After leaving Nepal, I spent years in India studying ancient esoteric teachings.  The events and time in India, continued to shape and deepen my awareness. I experienced  profound effects from many of the meditative techniques, which I have integrated into the mind/body/spirit programs I have taught and led.

I returned to the States and attended Graduate School earning a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Lesley University, Cambridge, MA. It was the perfect graduate program for me, combining a spiritual perspective with a psychological foundation.  After finishing my studies, I spent the next three years working with individuals with psychiatric and physical impairment at Boston University School of Medicine.

I taught at Lesley University, as an adjunct faculty member, while building my private practice. In my practice, I work mostly with adults who are going through major life transitions and who present with depression, anxiety, and issues related to loss.

“Sonny’s gifts of strength, wisdom, and her dedication to service are the reasons why she is my therapist. Her guidance and support have been a tremendous help during my cancer recovery. Every time I felt scared, defeated, or helpless, Sonny reminded me to connect to my inner knowing. Sonny helped me find the meaning in my life, and today I feel more complete than ever.”

K.S.