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Michele Bertini, PhD, MEd, NCC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Cofounder of the Pittsburgh Mind/Body Institute. Dr. Bertini's therapeutic work facilitates personal transformation through the integration of the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of one's self. Her clinical work combines holistic psychotherapy, EMDR, breathwork, stress reduction, energy medicine and mind/body therapies along with conventional counseling approaches to support the personal transformation of her clients. This diverse background has made her keenly aware of the body/mind/spirit connection and the role that it plays in healing one's life.

Dr. Bertini has been involved with holistic health for 30 years and holds a doctorate in Energy Medicine and a master's degree in counseling from the University of Pittsburgh. Her advanced study in the field of the mind, body, spirit and soul interconnection has provided her with a unique ability to foster a personal transformation from a place of fear to freedom.

She has trained with Caroline Myss, Ph.D. and Norman Shealy, M.D., Ph.D. in Intuition and Energy Medicine and has worked with Lewis Mehl-Madrona, M.D., Ph.D. at Shadyside Hospital's Center for Complementary Medicine, conducting mind/body integration groups to facilitate healing.

She believes that integrating spirituality with psychology and other mind/body therapies provides a much faster and more effective way to transform and bring about the integration of one's personality. Her approach is a heart-centered, compassionate connection with her client and provides opportunity to find meaning and purpose in one's life.

Dr. Bertini is an inspirational speaker. Having worked in education, corporate and hospital settings, she has a unique ability to connect with diverse audiences. Dr. Bertini has conducted seminars and/or keynote addresses on stress management, nutrition, mind/body connection, spirituality, journal writing and energy medicine for Community College of Allegheny County, Carnegie Mellon University, YWCA, American Medical Association/Pitt, Duquesne University, Chatham College, Shadyside Hospital, Mercy Hospital, businesses, educational and non-profit organizations.

Workshops and Training Seminars
She is currently conducting Integrating Energy Medicine workshops and training seminars for personal and professional advancement in the principles of Energy Medicine and teaching individuals how to incorporate these strategies into their lives or to use with clients to restore balance and promote health and well being. See website for ongoing annoucements of workshop schedule.

Women's Transitional Workshop-Register Now!

"How might your life have been different is there had been a place for you to go? A place to help you learn the ways of women..where you were nurtured from an ancient flow sustaining you and steadying you as you sought to become yourself...A place of women.."
Judith Duerk, "Circle of Stones"

The cold and dark of winter gives us an opportunity to become introspective and reflective about our life, our goals, our expectations and blessings. Come gain awareness about your own process and share with other women that are on their own perspective journey. This workshop/group is not a psychotherapy group, but is designed for personal growth and transformation.

Within a circle of women we can find our own strengh, voice and knowing while we are supported in our questions,confusion and wonder about why,,,what is next...who am I,,,where am I going on my path?

The path to personal transformation and our divine feminine self involves becoming conscious, opening to connection, fostering community, making healthier choices , finding our honest communication and healing with compassion.

Topic: Women's Group Forming

A personal awareness and transformation group is now forming for women who want to discover how to make the most of their mid-life experience.

Dates: October 21, November 4, 18 & December 9
Times: Thursday evenings - 6-8pm
Place: Nuin Center Pittsburgh, PA
Limited to 8-12 participants, so register now.
Cost: $270 for 4 sessions
Early payment: $250 with October 1 postmark.
Regular payment: $270 with postmark by October 15.
Cancellation: 50% refund, if written within 30 days of first session.

Download and print the registration form.

Call 412-661-5015 or 412-365-2020, if interested. Registration is first come, first served.

Group Leaders: Michele Bertini, PhD & Denise Tervo, PhD

Integrating The Whole
Becoming more conscious and aware of our inner self is an essential part of resolving the past and developing personal tools and skills necessary to deal effectively with the world around us. It is also the path we follow for emotional and psychological healing as well as for our spiritual growth. Having a therapeutic approach that integrates all the aspects of our life and honors our wholeness is essential for our transformation and healing. Dr. Bertini provides a comprehensive approach that blends highly effective conventional counseling psychology practices and alternative / complementary approaches to effectively manage your stress, enhance your health, open your life to greater fulfillment, and create new possibilities and meaning in your life.

Therapeutic Applications

• Anxiety
• Fear
• Depression
• Grief
• Trauma
• Stress
• Post Traumatic Stress
• Childhood Abuse
• Panic Attacks
• Somatic Issues
• Relationship Problems
• Fibromyalgia
• Being Stuck
• Chronic Illness
• Addictive Behavior
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Obsessive/Compulsive
• Arthritis
• Sexual Abuse
• Hypertension
• Mind/Body Connection
• Spirituality

Benefits Others Have Experienced

• Improved self-esteem
• Released tension & anxiety
• Increased energy
• Creation of loving relationships
• Increased creativity & intuition
• Recovery from physical and emotional trauma
• Improved physical and emotional health
• Resolution of unfinished business
• Living consciously 'in the moment'
• Living with a sense of peace, joy and fulfillment
• Transformation of stuck patterns into positive pursuits.