“The inspiration you seek is already inside you, be silent and listen.”
–Rumi
ABOUT US
Embodied Living Wellness Center is a trauma-informed, holistic, and integrative psychotherapy and sex therapy practice focusing on mental health treatment through an emphasis on whole-person wellness.
Mental health is health. To adequately address mental health symptoms, we must recognize that our mind, body, and spirit are interconnected. That is why the Embodied Living Wellness Center offers comprehensive services, including evidence-based modalities and alternative healing practices, to help you live a more embodied life.
Guiding Values
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Respect
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Kindness
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Compassion
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Integrity
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​Transparency
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​Collaboration
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Empowerment
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Inclusivity
OUR TEAM
Justyna Wawrzonek, DSW, LCSW, CST (she/her), is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of the Embodied Living Wellness Center. Justyna has over ten years of experience working in various mental health and addiction treatment settings, primarily providing therapy services to individuals, couples, and families.
Justyna brings a down-to-earth and compassionate approach to the therapeutic space. She hopes her clients feel safe, seen, and supported in her presence. She strongly believes everyone deserves to live fully and authentically and feels privileged to share in her clients' journey to self-discovery and healing. Justyna is passionate about mental health awareness and has previously served on the Board of Directors for the National Alliance on Mental Illness - Connecticut Chapter.
Justyna was born and raised in Poland. She later immigrated to the U.S and spent the second half of her childhood and early adulthood in Connecticut. She has since relocated to San Diego, CA, where she enjoys the sunshine. Justyna's simple pleasures include reading, yoga, and coffee.
Education
Licensure
Trainings and Certifications
Doctor of Social Work (DSW)
Walden University 2023
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Master of Social Work (MSW)
University of Connecticut 2014
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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Bachelor of Arts in Human Development and Family Studies
University of Connecticut 2012
California
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) # 93709
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Connecticut
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) #10132
Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) #1254
Public Health Certificate in Interdisciplinary Disability Studies
University of Connecticut 2015
HFI Body-Centered-Psychotherapy Training Program – Level 1
Hartford Family Institute 2019
Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC)
Academy Hour 2021
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200 Hour Yoga Teacher (RYT 200)
Yoga & Ayurveda Center 2023
300 Hour Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Facilitator (TCTSY-F)
Center for Trauma and Embodiment 2024
Gottman Method Couples Therapy – Level 2
The Gottman Institute 2024
Couples and Sex Therapy Certification
Modern Sex Therapy Institutes 2024
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AASECT Certified Sex Therapist
American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists 2024
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Sensory-Enhanced Yoga for Self-Regulation and Trauma Healing
The Sensory-Enhanced Yoga Institute 2024
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FEES
TELEHEALTH PSYCHOTHERAPY FEES
$200
50 minute Intake Session
$175
50 minute Individual Therapy Session
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$200
50 min Couples/Relational Therapy Session
INSURANCE
We are currently not in-network with any insurance plans.
If you have an out-of-network insurance plan, we can provide a superbill, which you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement if you have out-of-network benefits.
PAYMENT
The following forms of payment are accepted: Credit Card, FSA, and HSA.
Payment is due at the time services are rendered.
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