Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

If you're struggling with trauma, I can offer effective relief through a powerful combination of Brainspotting and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Brainspotting targets and processes the deeply stored trauma that underlies PTSD, while IFS explores and heals the wounded parts within you. Together, these approaches work to liberate trapped emotional pain, calm intense reactions, and foster a sense of inner safety and equilibrium.

I specialize in treating PTSD with advanced training through the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). With years of experience in trauma-focused care across diverse settings, I help clients navigate the complexities of trauma recovery. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and tailored to support healing and resilience in a safe, empowering environment.

Using frameworks, including Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, trauma-informed art therapy, EMDR, Parts Work, attachment work, and Applied Polyvagal Theory, I support clients experiencing both PTSD and Complex-PTSD. We start by exploring ways to increase safety & regulation, before we use compassion-based and non-judgmental methods for desensitizing & reprocessing the wounds that created the pain, before lastly instilling a resiliency mindset & direction forward.

You can't stop thinking about something that happened, and it is starting to really affect your life. You're not sleeping and you're easily bothered by things around you. Let's process those events of the past so you can get some peace in the present.

My wish is that no one ever experience any event that would lead to this set of symptoms, but unfortunately in today's world, many do. Those who are exposed to trauma might experience hyper vigilance, nightmares, or even flash backs. I utilize a combination of Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement, Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to address the symptoms caused by PTSD.

Trained to help heal trauma causing PTSD using EMDR therapy

I have a wide array of experience when it comes to trauma, but I would say the majority of my experience comes from working with survivors of intimate partner violence, childhood abuse, and religious trauma/growing up in religion. My goal with our work in trauma is to recognize what happened to you, and work towards not letting it define you or your future. We can't undo the past, but we can take control of our future.

I offer many modalities to help with the treatment of trauma, including EMDR, polyvagal theory, and internal family systems. I have a passion for helping clients find emotional freedom from the past and be able to live a more purposeful life now and going forwards.

Treating (C)PTSD involves a compassionate, individualized approach, emphasizing safety and trust. Methods like EMDR and Integral Eye Movement Therapy (IEMT) are used and geared towards processing traumatic memories and diminishing their impact. Mindfulness and grounding exercises are also employed to manage anxiety and emotional dysregulation. The ultimate aim is to empower people in regaining control and moving towards a resilient and hopeful future.

I have trained in two different models that are effective in treatment acute and chronic PTSD. I have completed Peter Levine’s Somatic Experiencing training and can assist in using awareness of the body to help process traumatic experiences. I am also trained in Internal Family Systems which sees trauma as a part of you that is stuck in the past and offers tools to help restore you to the here an now.

Healing from past trauma should be handled by a clinician trained and experienced in this area. You and I will work together to identify how the past trauma impacts your current functioning and identify areas for healing, change and re- establishing safety so that you can enjoy living your life more fully.

I specialize in relational trauma. I begin by helping you feel safe and grounded through a combination of mindfulness, regulation techniques, and DBT skills. Your body and mind will become free to process your trauma as we journey from anxiety and shame toward reclaiming the forgotten parts of you, embracing the life you want to live, and embodying your authentic self. Alongside listening and processing, I use Internal Family Systems and a narrative approach to support you in this process.

I am trauma-informed and have taken thorough trauma training to learn how to relax the body during distress, help a client process their emotions regarding a traumatic experience, and be sensitive to responses to trauma.

Process unresolved trauma through an integrative and holistic approach.

As a former journalist, I have an expert understanding of vicarious trauma and the various psychological hazards that come with high-pressure jobs.

Our entire organization is devoted to trauma therapy and everyone on our team has completed advanced training in PTSD and trauma, trauma-informed care, and specialized approaches for healing trauma. We offer EMDR, IFS, psychodrama, gestalt therapy, expressive arts therapies, and other somatic approaches.

You don't have to have gone to war to suffer from PTSD. Being exposed to harmful messaging, blame, emotional instability, neglect, or abuse can all lead to the development of PTSD. I have focused the last 6 years on guiding clients to find relief through the use of EMDR, with a particular focus on how to address complex issues of dissociation, substance abuse, self-sabotaging behavior, and psychological defenses.