EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is different from “talk therapy” in that it changes how distressing experiences are stored in the brain. By “processing” these experiences, distressing emotions, beliefs, and body sensations are reduced and what is useful from the experience is learned and retained. It is a top-choice therapy to heal from trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. EMDR can also help improve future performance in relationships, work, school, and life.
This model is congruent with strengths-based views that our minds have a natural capacity to process what happens to us in a healthy and resilient way. But, that process can be short-circuited by significantly stressful experiences. EMDR works by stimulating the brain in ways that reinstate the resilient circuitry and reduce or “desensitize” the emotional charge which have lead to ongoing pain or suffering. The goal of each EMDR session is to neutralize the triggers and lasting-effects that some people suffer with after a significantly stressful experience. Difficult situations will likely become less upsetting.
This form of treatment has decades of valid research proving its effectiveness and is used to treat not only PTSD, but also all types of anxiety, traumatic events, and disorders, depression, panic, and pain, to name a few.
See the official EMDR site for more information.
EMDR Counselors
Person-Centered
Authentic, Warm, Relational Approach
Spirituality, Life Transitions, Healing Wounds
Life Transitions, Relationships, Painful Experiences
Stress, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Identity
Non-Judgemental, Culturally Sensitive, LGBTQIA+ Ally
Nonjudgmental, strengths-based, person-centered
Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression
CBT, neurodevelopment, and traumatology approach to therapy
Authentic, Relational, and Trauma-Informed
EMDR, DBT, and Family Therapy
Identity Affirming and Supportive
Warmth, Curiosity, Humor
Empathy, Connection, Insight
Attachment, Developmental, and Relational Trauma
Domestic Violence, Relationship Abuse
Chronic Illness, Disordered Eating, HAES/IE
Feminist, Trauma-Informed, Strengths-Based
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and Relationship issues.
Holistic, Strength Based, and Mindfulness
Accepting, Empathic, Relational
Feminist, Health at Every Size (HAES), LGBTQIA+ Affirming, Knowledgable of ADHD/Autism
EDMR, Trauma Informed, Person-Centered, and Attachment Focused
Authentic, Quirky, Compassionate, Good Sense of Humor
LGBTQIA+ Affirming and Ally, Committed to Inclusivity, Anti-racism
Enjoy working with young adults, midlife adults, older adults
Friendly and Direct, Active sense of humor
Decades of life experience
Sense of humor, direct and upfront
Trauma-informed and LGBTQAI+ affirming
People-pleasing and perfectionism
Trauma-informed, Humanistic, Attachment Theory, and EMDR Trained
Genuine, Warm, Relational
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Domestic Violence Prevention, EMDR Trained and Trauma-Inform
Self-Compassion, Mindfulness, Stress Management, and Anxiety
Shame, Loss, and Taming the Inner Critic
Trauma, Dissociation, and Anxiety
Disability and LGBTQQIA+ affirming
Strengths-Based, trauma-Informed, Mindfulness, CBT
Autism, Spectrum Disorders, and Learning Disabilities
Trauma and Crisis (EMDR Certified)
Relationship Issues
Certified Grief Counselor, Loss, Anxiety and Depression
EMDR and Advanced Mindfulness
Parenting and Relationship Issues, Attachment Theory
Anxiety, Stress, Low Mood, and Depression
Self-Compassion, Resiliency, and Personal Growth
Authentic, Relational, and Accepting
Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Loss, Trauma
Neurobiology,Science of the Mind, Brain and Relationships
Military Service Members and Veterans