Services
What working together looks like
Two offerings that frequently overlap. Most clients start with individual therapy, and we bring EMDR in when the groundwork is laid and it makes sense for what you are working on.
At a glance
- Who it's for
- Adults working through trauma, anxiety, and overwhelm
- Approaches
- EMDR, Internal Family Systems, mindfulness, polyvagal informed
- Formats
- Telehealth and in-person
- First step
- A free 20 minute consultation
Individual Therapy
The work done in individual therapy depends on the ability to feel safe and seen. We start here, building the trust necessary to dive into the work that comes next.
This is a collaborative process throughout, moving at the pace that works for your needs and towards the goals of your choosing. Other than EMDR, I employ a variety of modalities to support you in reaching those goals, including Internal Family Systems techniques, mindfulness practices, and Polyvagal informed practices.
I am happy to answer any questions about any of these interventions prior to meeting, and I offer a free 20 minute consultation where we can determine if I am a good fit. Both telehealth and in-person options are available.
- 50 minutes$160Sliding scale available, and some insurances accepted
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an eight phase protocol used in the treatment of trauma and adverse experiences.
Through the use of eye movements, or other bilateral stimulation such as tactile or sound, the brain is able to re-engage with its natural ability to work through a traumatic or overwhelming experience and come to an adaptive resolution. In other words, the memory of the event remains, but you no longer feel trapped, overwhelmed, or inundated by it.
EMDR has substantial research backing its effectiveness as a treatment.
- 50 minutes$160Sliding scale available, and some insurances accepted
- 90 minutes$220Insurance can be billed for the first hour
Learn more
See how EMDR actually works
EMDR sounds strange when described in a sentence, and most people find it makes far more sense once they see it explained properly. These are independent resources, not mine, so you can evaluate the approach without a sales pitch attached.
EMDRIA is the EMDR International Association, the professional body that sets training and practice standards for EMDR clinicians. If I am not the right fit for you, their directory will help you find someone who is.
EMDR International Association · 10 min · Loads from YouTube only when you press play.
The eight phases
- History taking and treatment planning
- Preparation and resourcing
- Assessment of the target memory
- Desensitization
- Installation of the positive belief
- Body scan
- Closure
- Re-evaluation
We do not rush these. Phases one and two (history and preparation) often take several sessions, and that groundwork is what makes the rest of it safe.
Take the first step
Reaching out is often the hardest part. A free 20 minute consultation is a low-pressure way to ask questions and see whether we are a good fit, with no commitment of any kind.