Karen Ginsburg received a BFA in Acting from the Experimental Theater Wing at New York University and a Masters of Social Work, also from New York University. In addition to her work as a performer she was a licensed massage therapist for over a decade, incorporating training in Shiatsu, Swedish massage and craniosacral therapy into her work. She is a graduate of the Gestalt Associates for Psychotherapy in New York City, received a certificate in Developmental Somatic Psychotherapy from The Center for Somatic Studies, NYC and has also completed a three year training in Somatic Experiencing, a body based approach to working with trauma. She has trained with, and assisted, Dr. Ruella Frank, the creator of Developmental Somatic Psychotherapy, for over 20 years. She is senior faculty at the Gestalt Training Institute of Philadelphia where she also mentors new faculty and supervisors, and is also on the Faculty of The Center for Somatic Studies. She is licensed in NY and PA and offers psychotherapy online and in-person for individuals and couples. She also offers clinical supervision for mental health professionals and allied professionals in all stages of their careers. Her work incorporates her experience as a performer, bodyworker and therapist, with an emphasis on presence, relationship and creativity.