Barakat answers to the presence of a powerful, beneficent force. I believe this is alive within us.
The world is hard on people who give a fuck.
Where people experience shame, regret, self-doubt, and exhaustion, I find parts acting as “fearless and as beautiful as they can under completely impossible circumstances” (Toni Morrison).
My approach is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS), a proven method for understanding what has been driving you and why.
In our work, the direction, pace, and unburdening is in the hands of the expert, which is you. My job is to keep in stride with you, to hold the ground, and help you get clear on a path that is aligned with your values.
Meet Your Coach: Aman (he)
Hi! I'm a queer + trans brown caribbean dude of multiple diasporas living and working in Chochenyo/Huchiun speaking land (Oakland, California).
Born and raised on military bases and baptist churches throughout the south, I have special interests in understanding systems of power, displacement, belonging, and identity.
My core values are compassion, honesty, and liberation.
I've been a chef, an astrologer, a writer, and a foster youth advocate. Each of these experiences have taught me how to give attention.
If I'm not coaching, I'm probably working on a jigsaw puzzle, kayaking one of California's lotic systems, or deep diving on a special interest.
I am IFS Level 1 Certified