Our psychotherapists utilizes trauma-informed modalities to include EMDR. As a result of our comprehensive and responsive clinical services, our clients work through their distressing life circumstances and experience healing.
Flashbacks of the event or situation. Feeling on edge. Hypervigilant. Difficulty trusting others. When a traumatic situation occurs, it can bring about all of the above and cause you to feel disoriented and even wonder how you can get back to who you once were. I provide a compassionate, trauma informed approach to help women process through trauma (specific emphasis in domestic violence, sexual assault, and emotional abuse), feel back in control of your mind and body, and develop tools for healing. Traumatic events can cause a rupture in self esteem, and I want every client I work with to rebuild who you are so you feel confident in navigating through life while also feeling supported and validated in your healing journey.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Traumatologist and a Nationally Certified Counselor who specializes in mood and anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, multicultural counseling, relationship issues and problems associated with emotional and physical abuse.
The impact of a single, traumatic event or experiencing an environment that provides a chronic sense of danger can have a debilitating effect on how we view the world and how we function in it. Through therapy, we'll identify how your experiences of trauma are manifested in your body and thoughts, and work on improving upon your awareness of triggers and improving coping behaviors.
While working through your past Trauma/PTSD we will use empathy, patience, and a trauma-informed approach's that prioritizes safety, trust, and empowerment.
I personally enjoy working with those who have experienced trauma and PTSD and holding space for them as they heal. I particularly have a special place in my heart for those who have experienced sexual abuse.
As a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in trauma and PTSD, I provide compassionate and effective treatment for individuals who have experienced traumatic events. Those dealing with trauma or PTSD may also face challenges such as panic disorder, depression, substance use, suicidal thoughts, and avoidance. My approach, guided by evidence-based therapies like CBT, is customized to address each person's unique needs and support their journey toward healing.
My approach to working with trauma and PTSD involves integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Somatic Experiencing (SE). ACT helps clients accept their traumatic experiences and related emotions without judgment, fostering psychological flexibility and resilience. EMDR is used to process and resolve traumatic memories, reducing their emotional impact and allowing clients to reframe their experiences in a healthier way. SE addresses the physiological effects of trauma, helping clients release stored tension and restore a sense of balance and safety in their bodies. This holistic approach supports clients in healing from trauma, reducing PTSD symptoms, and enhancing their overall well-being.