Eclectic Psychotherapy to Inspire; Breathe Courage, Find Peace.
Embracing and Nurturing Who We Are and Strive to Be.
Eclectic Psychotherapy to Inspire; Breathe Courage, Find Peace.
Embracing and Nurturing Who We Are and Strive to Be.
Embracing and Nurturing Who We Are and Strive to Be.
Embracing and Nurturing Who We Are and Strive to Be.
Let me introduce myself, I am;
CHRISTIAN GREENE LICSW, PMH-C, WPA
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW; DC, VA, MD, WV, OR, WA, CA)
Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C)
Whistleblower Protection Advocate Certified (WPA)
I identify as an ethicist. I strive to be; a Womanist who advocates and practices intersectional feminist ideals, cultural humility, and anti-racist consciousness through continuous learning, bodily integrity, reproductive justice, sex work is work, and pacifism by utilizing non-violent resistance techniques. I believe children have rights, liberation of Palestinians is essential to liberation for all, whistleblowers are vital in society, I embrace LGBTQ+, Black Lives Matter is factual, and representation matters. I practice mindfulness with the philosophy of ‘margin to center’ action. I embody, advocate, and support activism in action and respect of human rights. Neither ever ends, even when it is inconvenient or uncomfortable. We must remain firmly resolved.
Eclectic Psychotherapy to Inspire;
Breathe Courage, Find Peace.
Embracing and nurturing the entirety of who we are and strive to be.
Whether we need to paint, breathe, scream, or whisper we will be there to witness the strength and protect the vulnerability. Speaking even when our voice shakes. We will learn to be gentle with ourselves and vulnerable when amongst safety. We believe in science/ sleep is medicine/ movement is life/ nutrition provides our energy/ social support is vital/ healthy is foundational to happy/ art, music, and humor can heal. Listen, no one has all the answers but there is power in being seen, validation in being heard, and strength in knowing you are not alone. We can do this together, let’s find hope.
We utilize eclectic psychotherapy defined by APA as “any psychotherapy that is based on a combination of theories or approaches or uses concepts and techniques from a number of different sources, including the integrated professional experiences of the therapist. With the more formalized prescriptive eclectic psychotherapy, the clinician attempts to customize psychological treatments and the therapeutic relationship to the specific needs of individual clients. This is done by drawing on effective methods from across theoretical camps and by matching those methods to particular cases on the basis of empirically supported guidelines.”
Perinatal Mental Health Certified Clinician;
What an amazing time in life? It pokes at every emotion that we own. At times these emotions roll, seemingly without ownership, between rage and reverence. All deeply valid feelings. My philosophy is that becoming a parent, whether your baby is still with us or not, is the steepest learning curve in life. We have the deepest respect and honor for our individualized experiences. We are here to listen and support your journey.
Grief and Loss;
Grief and loss can permeate every ounce of our being. In our career we have found that bereavement is instrumentally tied to one’s views of life and death, even when the loss is not life or death. It comes and goes like the wind, seemingly without personal control of our own vessel. Our philosophy is we must grace ourselves with the ability to feel our feelings in our body, being self-aware of our internal dialogue so we quiet assumptions and find a way to not get stuck. We must honor ourselves and our loss so that our loss honors those we love.
Trauma;
We strive to provide trauma informed care utilizing eclectic psychotherapy and empathy. My career has been dealing with families in crisis (at times familial and at times institutional), finding resolutions, and identifying action plans that respect our need for safety, well-being, and belonging. Our goal working with trauma in our community is to help us self-identify hope. Our philosophy is one must master floating in order to learn to swim, otherwise you risk reaching deep water to only panic risking everything. Learning coping skills, self-safety, and self-care is essential to begin trauma recovery. With these new internal boundaries, we will confront how to embrace comfortable consequences, as we may experience losses of those who cannot honor our safety or well-being.
Nonviolence Can Heal National Traumas
Dear Christian,
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and more generalized trauma are not only personal and individual in character but often afflict whole nations and peoples. Frequently historical in nature, trauma can be passed down intergenerationally.
One of the greatest examples of such trauma afflicting humanity is that of the Holocaust, compounding the historical experience of centuries of persecution, hatred, and discrimination against Jewish people. This is a trauma that made it easy for many to succumb to the doctrines of Zionism, offering Jewish empowerment via Jewish supremacy in a Jewish-dominated state as the only cure for their ongoing suffering. It has made many easy prey for fascist doctrines, of belief in the value of violence and military overkill as the only path to survival. It has also made it difficult for many to take seriously any path towards peace and reconciliation that is not firmly rooted in their military power and supremacy. And while many cynically exploit the traumas of the Holocaust for political ends, there exists a genuine phenomenon of authentic fear that cries out for healing and needs to be addressed.
That rabbit hole of domination and “deterrence” will likely doom Israeli Jews to eternal strife and enmity with their neighbors, leading to ever increased militarization since in their traumatized state no amount of military power will ever be sufficient, and any attempt by Palestinians to resist that domination is only likely to reinforce the trauma. Similarly, all peace efforts will be viewed with deep suspicion and reticence, particularly if they require concessions that seem to reduce Israeli military domination or appear to make Israel weaker or more vulnerable to the risk of future attacks.
As a Palestinian, I am keenly aware of these traumas. I realize, however unjust it is, that our liberation is tied to the healing of our oppressors from the traumas of the past, for which we are the current victims.
I am also aware that armed struggle by Palestinians, however legitimate under international law—and even if it were directed solely at armed soldiers and settlers—still risks reinforcing rather than healing the trauma.
In addition to this, we cannot forget that the Palestinians also have a long history of trauma, are now being traumatized, and are in great need healing, especially when the current genocide stops and the difficult process of rebuilding Gaza commences. Tens of thousands of orphans, bereaved families, over 70,000 wounded, and millions who have lost their homes require not only justice but also time and space to undertake a long process of healing.
I am also deeply conscious of how attractive the call to violence can be for oppressed and traumatized peoples. The events of October 7—apart from the attacks on civilians at the music festival and the kibbutzim as well as the taking of civilian hostages, which are properly to be condemned in no uncertain terms—were also viewed by many Palestinians as a brilliantly successful military operation whereby resistance fighters armed with primitive hand held weapons simultaneously breached the sophisticated walls imprisoning Gaza in 30 locations, captured two army bases, including the headquarters of the Gaza Battalion, killing 340 soldiers and capturing about 40 others, and carried the fight into the territory held by their enemies (rather than their own). Despite the massiveness of the Israeli retaliation and the utter destruction of Gaza, the events of that day will likely hold an appeal to those who preach armed resistance for many years to come.
So we clearly need to resist the siren call for violence, especially in our pursuit of justice. But what can we do to bring about some measure of healing to these deep traumas that are currently feeding the cycle of violence and without the healing of which, no peace is possible?
NVI's fiscal partner, Holy Land Trust along with FOSNA held an extensive series of trainings, attended by over 70 Palestinians in the West Bank, to work on the process of dealing with ongoing trauma. We are also committed to pursuing such healing globally.
Another conversation between NVI's new Co-Director, Sami Awad and Gabor Mate “From Pain to Healing: Healing Collective Trauma in Israel/Palestine” deals with this problem as well. It is this healing process that is urgently needed by all sides, and it is one area that supporters of nonviolence, can be part of the solution.
Peace,
Jonathan Kuttab, Co-Founder and Board Member
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Dear Supporters,
As we reflect on the 76th anniversary of the Palestinian Nakba (the most traumatic event in the Palestinian history), we are reminded of the enduring challenges faced by our communities. At Holy Land Trust (HLT), we are steadfast in our commitment to overcome these challenges and provide vital humanitarian aid to those in need. Our focus is on empowering the local community, promoting non-violence, and transforming trauma into hope through our various programs (to achieve lasting and just peace in the Holy Land)
Strategic Planning and Team Building in Istanbul
Recently, our team participated in a transformative 5-day session in Istanbul, supported by AGIAMONDO. This session included a 3-day workshop where we meticulously examined our tasks and planned for the coming three years. We also had the pleasure of getting to know our new CPS worker, Daniel Kovalenko, who will join us for the next three years as a specialist for Advocacy. This retreat was not only a time for strategic planning but also an opportunity to strengthen our team and set a solid foundation for our future endeavors.
AGIAMONDO Partnership
Holy Land Trust has been a proud local partner of AGIAMONDO since 2015. AGIAMONDO is a state-recognized Catholic personnel service, registered as an association in Germany. They act as an agency for qualified and experienced development workers for international personnel cooperation programs, usually in accordance with the German Development Aid Workers Act (EhfG). Their support has been invaluable in helping us plan and execute our programs effectively.
Humanitarian Aid and Art Therapy (Transforming Trauma into Hope)
Our commitment to supporting the local community through humanitarian aid and art therapy remains unwavering. We understand the critical need for assistance in marginalized and vulnerable communities, especially in light of the ongoing challenges. Since January, we have helped more than 200 families in Bethlehem area by providing essential resources. Each month, we give between 40-50 families a coupon of $100 to buy essential needs, thanks to the generous support of Holy Land Trust friends and partners. Additionally, we use art therapy to help individuals overcome trauma and find strength and hope through art.
Looking Ahead
With our dedicated team's efforts, we have outlined comprehensive tasks for the upcoming three years. Our goals include:
We are filled with optimism and excitement about the impactful work ahead. Together with our supporters, we are shaping a better future and bringing light to the darkest of times.
Thank you for your continued support.
HLT Team
Ethics in action despite fear
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