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"I believe one of the most important parts of counseling is the relationship between therapist and client". The therapeutic connection between us needs to be based on safety, respect, and unconditional positive regard for you and what you are needing. Once this is established I will work with you to discover what it is that you are needing. I want to support you and unlock your full potential so you can be the best version of you as well as be successful in your We are in this together and you are not alone. I believe one of the biggest fears a human being can experience is being or feeling alone, as well as, being or feeling helpless. I have personally experienced all of these. What helped me was connecting with someone that effectively guided my journey leading me to a life of hope, healing, and empowerment to be and feel my best.
It can take a lot of courage to seek out support. Your need to feel safe, comfortable, respected, and supported is my highest priority. The relationship with a counselor is a crucial component of the healing process. I believe most people want to be and feel their best, so let’s find your true potential.
My Specialties Explained
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing is clinically researched & evidence based psychotherapy practice. This unique type of psychotherapy focuses on the adaptive information processing for a specific experience(s) and/or life events. In this form of therapy a person being treated is asked to recall a distressing experience(s) while counselor provides bilateral sensory input, such as various eye movements and or various options of bilateral sensory techniques. Therapist will customize the most effective bilateral stimulation method to best serve client need. It is important for the client to understand the EMDR process. This will be addressed and explained in the first appointment along with any other questions necessary for the client to feel safe and comfortable.
If you experience attachment trauma and related disorders, early childhood trauma, complex trauma and trauma, anxiety & depressive disorders, self esteem issues, substance abuse, eating disorders, somatic disorders, grief and loss, marital/relationship problems, and personal stress related disorders. Individuals that suffer from these disorders and or experience similar symptoms might benefit from EMDR as effective treatment. EMDR is effective with identifying and targeting current and past triggered issues with many kinds of emotional distress.
The 2009 International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies practice guidelines categorized EMDR as evidence-based level A treatment for PTSD in adults and helping children who have experienced trauma. EMDR is also recommended by: the American Psychiatric Association, the Israeli National Council for Mental Health, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, the US Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Defense and other professional organizations. {counseling} {depression} {anxiety}
Trauma Professional
