Therapy Offered
EMDR
EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a therapy technique designed to help individuals process distressing memories and trauma. During EMDR sessions, clients are guided to recall distressing experiences while engaging in bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements or tapping. This process helps the brain reprocess the memories, reducing their emotional intensity and allowing for healing to occur.
EMDR is effective in treating a variety of mental health issues, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and phobias. In EMDR sessions, clients can expect to work collaboratively with me to identify target memories or experiences to process. Through guided exercises, clients may experience shifts in how they perceive and react to these memories, leading to a reduction in symptoms and an increased sense of well-being. EMDR offers a structured and evidence-based approach to healing trauma and promoting emotional resilience. Learn more about EMDR here: https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/
CPT
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is a structured and evidence-based therapy approach designed to help individuals overcome the impact of traumatic events and negative thought patterns. Through CPT, clients learn to identify and challenge unhelpful beliefs and perceptions related to their trauma. By addressing how thoughts influence emotions and behaviors, CPT empowers individuals to develop healthier coping strategies and regain a sense of control over their lives.
CPT is highly effective in treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), particularly in individuals who have experienced trauma such as combat, sexual assault, natural disasters, or childhood abuse. In CPT sessions, clients can expect a collaborative and supportive environment where they work with me to explore and challenge negative beliefs about themselves and the world. Sessions typically involve discussing the impact of trauma, learning cognitive restructuring techniques, and practicing new ways of thinking and responding to distressing thoughts and memories. Over time, clients often experience reduced symptoms of PTSD, increased self-awareness, and greater emotional resilience.
Yoga
Offering yoga as a therapeutic modality for clients can provide a holistic approach to nervous system regulation and mental health. Through the practice of yoga, individuals can learn techniques to calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and enhance emotional well-being. Yoga's combination of physical postures, breathwork, and mindfulness practices can help clients develop greater self-awareness and regulation skills, ultimately fostering a sense of balance and resilience in the face of life's challenges. By incorporating yoga into therapy sessions, clients may experience improved mood, decreased anxiety, and a greater overall sense of mental and emotional wellness.
IFS Informed
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is an approach to therapy that views individuals as having different parts within themselves, each with its own thoughts, feelings, and motivations. These parts may represent different aspects of our personality or past experiences. These parts represent our '“shadows” or “inner child/ren”. In IFS therapy, clients explore and understand these parts, working towards harmony and balance among them with attuned guidance & support.
Being IFS-informed means that training and knowledge in the principles and techniques of Internal Family Systems therapy is applied in therapy sessions. Clients are guided in identifying and understanding their inner parts, promoting healing and integration. In therapy sessions, clients may explore the roles and dynamics of their internal parts, gaining insight into how these parts influence their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. By fostering self-awareness and compassion for all parts of oneself, clients can work towards greater emotional well-being and inner harmony.
Polyvagal Theory
Polyvagal theory is an understanding of how our nervous system responds to stress and safety. It explains that our body's response to stress involves three main states: the ventral vagal, sympathetic, and dorsal vagal states. The ventral vagal state is associated with feelings of safety and social connection, the sympathetic state with fight or flight responses, and the dorsal vagal state with shutdown or freeze responses.
In therapy, understanding polyvagal theory can be useful because it helps clients recognize the body's physiological responses to stress and trauma. By becoming aware of these responses, clients can learn to regulate their nervous systems, cope with difficult emotions, and engage more effectively in therapy. Techniques grounded in polyvagal theory are offered to help clients develop strategies for self-regulation, increase feelings of safety and connection, and promote healing from trauma and stress. This understanding fosters a deeper awareness of the mind-body connection and supports clients in achieving greater emotional well-being and resilience.
Integrative Mental Health Services
Integrative mental health services combine various approaches to support your overall well-being. This includes nutrition, plant medicine/psychedelics, somatic practices, breath practices, culinary techniques, and supplementation. These services offer a holistic approach to mental health care, recognizing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit.
By integrating nutrition, movement, healthy sleep rituals, safe connection with others and mindfulness practices, clients can explore diverse avenues for healing and growth. These approaches address not only the symptoms of mental health issues but also their underlying causes. They empower clients to cultivate resilience, balance, and vitality in their lives.
This integrative approach honors individual experiences and preferences, allowing clients to personalize their healing journey. It fosters a deeper understanding of the mind-body connection and empowers clients to make informed choices that support their mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
