Trauma-Informed Therapy with a Holistic Approach

Denise Rue, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker and clinical hypnotherapist based in Somerville, New Jersey. With years of experience, Denise Rue specializes in working with trauma survivors, particularly adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. She offers both in-person and virtual therapy sessions, utilizing various modalities such as EMDR, hypnosis, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing, and Psychedelic Integration. What sets Denise Rue apart is her intuitive and compassionate approach to therapy, combined with her highly developed skills in trauma-informed care. She understands the unique needs of trauma survivors and provides a safe and supportive environment for effective treatment for healing and growth.

Rue’s reputation as a skilled and compassionate therapist speaks for itself. Her client testimonials all speak highly of her approach and therapeutic results, just like this one: “To say Denise is a great therapist feels reductive. She has an intuition and capacity for empathy that stretches far beyond the bounds of that title—creating a space for exploring authentic truths, coming to terms with trauma, and defining a richer self. Denise was critical in my path to healing.” – Joe R.

Rue is currently welcoming new patients at her Somerville location.

For more information, call/text 973-641-6993, email deniseruelcsw@gmail.com or visit DeniseRue.com. See ad, page 11.

Welcome Back, Janet StraightArrow

Janet StraightArrow is a master healer-teacher and shaman who has taught holistic healing and spiritual mastery for four decades. It excites her to share her lifetime of experience with her students for their life journey. She honors each students’ uniqueness as a loving, kind, masterful guide.

This past year Janet took a partial sabbatical from teaching to deepen her teachings and create effective programs for those ready for professional healing and self-mastery.

The Comprehensive Reiki Master Healer-Teacher Training Course begins May 20. Soul Shamanism 101 begins on May 18 and offers a direct connection to one’s soul to integrate current life with the soul’s wisdom and truth. Through accessing this inner place, one learns to master life’s purpose in daily life. It offers profound healing, wisdom, love, and so much more.

The Summer Vision Quest in the Catskills offers women an opportunity to leave everyday life to relax in a sacred space and awaken to the next phase of their life. Preparation emails begin this month. It is a weekend of ceremonies, journeys, letting go, and becoming.

Reiki 1 is a two-day class beginning June 3. Janet created an advanced level of this foundational course to provide practitioners with a complete understanding and practice of energy healing for humans, and animals, first and foremost. Everyone can learn this natural healing modality.

Private sessions are offered on Zoom, by phone, or in person at her Chester location. For more information, call Janet at 973-647-2500, email Janet@BeTheMedicine.com or visit BeTheMedicine.com. See ad, page 11.

Lavender Madness in June

Get back to nature at Mad Lavender Farm as it opens for its eighth year of goat yoga, hands-on workshops, and “pick your own” lavender.

The lavender fields are in full, glorious bloom from midJune through the first week of July. Pick Your Own Lavender is offered by reservation only, so book your appointment early through the website. Visitors can also enjoy an array of lavender products such as bath and body products, soap, honey, candles, and cookies in their tiny shop.

The farm also hosts a private picnic area (by reservation only) perfect for gathering with family and friends. For a truly unforgettable day, add a Mini Make & Take Workshop, a Sound Bath Session, or a private Goat Yoga Party.

In addition to workshops in crafting lavender wands and wreaths, they offer workshops in herbology, self-care, and their latest workshop in Mushroom Cultivation which teaches participants how to grow their own gourmet mushrooms at home.

Location: 452 County Road 579, Milford, NJ. Shop hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday-Sunday. For additional information visit MadLavenderFarm.com. See ad, page 12.

Advanced Dental Care in South Plainfield and Piscataway MG

Dental Associates offers patients the most advanced care for dental health. The center incorporates the latest in laser dentistry to treat many dental conditions like cavities, removing bacteria while in root canal procedures or removing lesions. This technology promotes faster healing time, reduces post-surgical bleeding and less pain. New patients can enjoy a special $79 comprehensive exam and dental cleaning.

For those who struggle with missing teeth, dental implants can be the solution. A dental implant is an innovative dental technique that is superior to traditional solutions like dentures and dental bridges for missing teeth. Implants require much less maintenance and offer great functionality and aesthetic value.

The center also provides cosmetic dentistry and offers a free consultation to see if veneers or implants are appropriate for helping achieve that perfect smile.

Mohinder Garg, D.D.S., FAGD, is the founder of MG Dental Associates and has been working in field of dentistry for over 30 years. He has completed a mastership with the American Academy of Implants Prosthodontics. His awards also include “Top Dentist in Implant Dentistry” in 2013 and 2016.

Locations: 906 Oak Tree Ave Ste. B, South Plainfield; and 216 Stelton Rd., 4E, Piscataway. For more information, call 908-456-3647, email mgdentalpa@aol.com or visit MGDentistryNJ.com. See ad, page 8.