EMDR Therapists in Queen Creek, AZ
I have training in several treatment modalities but specialize in Trauma, Motivational Interviewing, Grief and Bereavement, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Flash Technique and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR).
My passion for psychology started when I needed to understand myself at 27 years of age and my journey began. Through the years I continued to study; work with therapists and Ph.D,'s; heal items in my own life and received profound positive changes for my efforts. I decided to return to school and obtain my degree in the field that I love so I can help others on their journey. I have provided psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and seniors. I have worked with individuals who have health issues who need support. My approach is client centered, optimistic and strength based.
I have training in several treatment modalities but specialize in Trauma, Motivational Interviewing, Grief and Bereavement, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Flash Technique and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR).
My passion for psychology started when I needed to understand myself at 27 years of age and my journey began. Through the years I continued to study; work with therapists and Ph.D,'s; heal items in my own life and received profound positive changes for my efforts. I decided to return to school and obtain my degree in the field that I love so I can help others on their journey. I have provided psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and seniors. I have worked with individuals who have health issues who need support. My approach is client centered, optimistic and strength based.
I am trained in EMDR and provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as an intervention.
Are you a first responder? The demands of first responders are like no other, both physically and mentally. Your job is to run towards high-stress situations and support where you can. I was raised in a first responder home and am continually learning more about the mental health of those who serve. I am so thankful for first responders; counseling is one way that I would like to give back. I have also done extensive work in individual and couples therapy and have years of experience in the sports and performance world.
I am trained in EMDR and provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as an intervention.
Are you a first responder? The demands of first responders are like no other, both physically and mentally. Your job is to run towards high-stress situations and support where you can. I was raised in a first responder home and am continually learning more about the mental health of those who serve. I am so thankful for first responders; counseling is one way that I would like to give back. I have also done extensive work in individual and couples therapy and have years of experience in the sports and performance world.
Dr. Darrian McKiernan
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, Coach
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142 (Online Only)
I utilize my training in EMDR, IFS, and EFT to aid clients in therapeutic rediscovery.
I firmly believe that change is inevitable when guided by intention and effort. I'm committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work collaboratively to pave the way for healing and empowerment. My clients often describe me as refreshingly direct, authentic, and honest. I believe in the power of straightforward communication to gently guide you through obstacles and difficult conversations. Throughout our sessions, you can expect to receive candid feedback and practical tools to navigating challenges.
I utilize my training in EMDR, IFS, and EFT to aid clients in therapeutic rediscovery.
I firmly believe that change is inevitable when guided by intention and effort. I'm committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where we can work collaboratively to pave the way for healing and empowerment. My clients often describe me as refreshingly direct, authentic, and honest. I believe in the power of straightforward communication to gently guide you through obstacles and difficult conversations. Throughout our sessions, you can expect to receive candid feedback and practical tools to navigating challenges.
Alexandria DeLash
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142 (Online Only)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), Play Therapy, Solution Focused, Internal Family Systems, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I am passionate about helping clients identify clear and attainable goals to improve their lives. I understand the complexities of reprocessing traumatic incidents that prevent progress. I offer support when addressing the following issues: depression, anxiety, panic disorders, anger management, and self-esteem. I have a profound respect for the process of trauma-informed care and helping clients work through difficult feelings that impact their lives and relationships in a non-judgmental environment.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), Play Therapy, Solution Focused, Internal Family Systems, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I am passionate about helping clients identify clear and attainable goals to improve their lives. I understand the complexities of reprocessing traumatic incidents that prevent progress. I offer support when addressing the following issues: depression, anxiety, panic disorders, anger management, and self-esteem. I have a profound respect for the process of trauma-informed care and helping clients work through difficult feelings that impact their lives and relationships in a non-judgmental environment.
I am also an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) treatment provider.
If you're ready to become your best self, I'm here to help. In our sessions, you will feel heard, cared for and supported on your journey to personal growth and meaningful change. I focus on each client's unique values and strengths. My approach is authentic, direct and empathic. I believe everyone has the power to be genuinely happy and I challenge my clients to take control of their own happiness. Using a combination of cognitive, behavioral and emotionally focused therapy, I help clients develop the necessary tools to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
I am also an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) treatment provider.
If you're ready to become your best self, I'm here to help. In our sessions, you will feel heard, cared for and supported on your journey to personal growth and meaningful change. I focus on each client's unique values and strengths. My approach is authentic, direct and empathic. I believe everyone has the power to be genuinely happy and I challenge my clients to take control of their own happiness. Using a combination of cognitive, behavioral and emotionally focused therapy, I help clients develop the necessary tools to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
I specialize in EMDR therapy for trauma, anxiety/depression, but also enjoy utilizing other types of therapy within my scope: DBT for individuals, Gottman relational strategies, Play Therapy and Sand Tray therapy for all ages.
I strongly believe in the importance of the family. Each individual is important in the family system and brings a different dynamic into it. I enjoy working with individuals and families: both parent/child and sibling relationships. While I am most passionate about working with individuals suffering with trauma/PTSD, anxiety/depression, the family relationship needs support as well, particularly with challenging children. Sometimes an outside perspective can help us see things differently. Challenges in a family are guaranteed, but with some encouragement and support, we can become stronger through those challenges.
I specialize in EMDR therapy for trauma, anxiety/depression, but also enjoy utilizing other types of therapy within my scope: DBT for individuals, Gottman relational strategies, Play Therapy and Sand Tray therapy for all ages.
I strongly believe in the importance of the family. Each individual is important in the family system and brings a different dynamic into it. I enjoy working with individuals and families: both parent/child and sibling relationships. While I am most passionate about working with individuals suffering with trauma/PTSD, anxiety/depression, the family relationship needs support as well, particularly with challenging children. Sometimes an outside perspective can help us see things differently. Challenges in a family are guaranteed, but with some encouragement and support, we can become stronger through those challenges.
Jonathan B Harrop
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
I am also trained in EMDR, treating people with various forms of trauma.
Do you feel "stuck" in your relationship? Often, people come in, wanting to strengthen their relationship, but feel stuck because their efforts to save the relationship aren't working, and often make things worse. I work with couples to help them get "unstuck" and to help them learn how they got there, and more importantly, how to begin enjoying one another, connecting, and becoming strong supports as they once were for one another. I also work with individuals who feel stuck, personally, in their own lives and in relationships, helping them identify their own patterns and get "unstuck."
I am also trained in EMDR, treating people with various forms of trauma.
Do you feel "stuck" in your relationship? Often, people come in, wanting to strengthen their relationship, but feel stuck because their efforts to save the relationship aren't working, and often make things worse. I work with couples to help them get "unstuck" and to help them learn how they got there, and more importantly, how to begin enjoying one another, connecting, and becoming strong supports as they once were for one another. I also work with individuals who feel stuck, personally, in their own lives and in relationships, helping them identify their own patterns and get "unstuck."
Ashley Lynch Gaede
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BCN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), EMDR-Sand Tray, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
Through my 15 years of being a foster/adopt parent, I have experienced how trauma, attachment, anxiety, learning disorders, Autism, ADHD, and mood disorders, affect daily functioning and the ability to enjoy life. I have come to appreciate how important it is to feel a sense of safety and belonging. We are biologically wired to need connections/relationships for optimal growth and development. However, negative life experiences, the inability to self-regulate our emotions, and or other mental health concerns, can negatively affect the way we interact with others, causing difficulties in building those positive relationships we need.
I specialize in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), EMDR-Sand Tray, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
Through my 15 years of being a foster/adopt parent, I have experienced how trauma, attachment, anxiety, learning disorders, Autism, ADHD, and mood disorders, affect daily functioning and the ability to enjoy life. I have come to appreciate how important it is to feel a sense of safety and belonging. We are biologically wired to need connections/relationships for optimal growth and development. However, negative life experiences, the inability to self-regulate our emotions, and or other mental health concerns, can negatively affect the way we interact with others, causing difficulties in building those positive relationships we need.
Although I'm trained in a number of Evidenced Based Practices, I specialize in EMDR and find great success using this approach with most of my clients.
What is trauma? In the more than 20 years that I've been working in the field of counseling, I've come to discover that though some trauma is obvious (physical abuse, sexual abuse, military experience, car accidents, etc) so much more is less obvious and really relevant to your experience. What one person might consider just a bump in the road, another might feel is an impossible obstacle to get over. Your trauma is relative to your experiences. Regardless, of whether you feel stuck, unable to "get over it", or just that you keep having problems that you can't get passed, it's worth it to get help.
Although I'm trained in a number of Evidenced Based Practices, I specialize in EMDR and find great success using this approach with most of my clients.
What is trauma? In the more than 20 years that I've been working in the field of counseling, I've come to discover that though some trauma is obvious (physical abuse, sexual abuse, military experience, car accidents, etc) so much more is less obvious and really relevant to your experience. What one person might consider just a bump in the road, another might feel is an impossible obstacle to get over. Your trauma is relative to your experiences. Regardless, of whether you feel stuck, unable to "get over it", or just that you keep having problems that you can't get passed, it's worth it to get help.
I am a cognitive-behavioral, solution focused therapist by training, and I utilize a variety of approaches including EMDR, relaxation and a strengths focus.
A great referral for me is someone who is ready to take on the challenge of growing and learning about themselves in an active manner. I work with each individual to utilize their unique strengths and abilities, helping to achieve maximum potential. I work extensively with depression, trauma and addictions.
I am a cognitive-behavioral, solution focused therapist by training, and I utilize a variety of approaches including EMDR, relaxation and a strengths focus.
A great referral for me is someone who is ready to take on the challenge of growing and learning about themselves in an active manner. I work with each individual to utilize their unique strengths and abilities, helping to achieve maximum potential. I work extensively with depression, trauma and addictions.
Loralynne Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC
Verified Verified
Queen Creek, AZ 85142 (Online Only)
I specialize in DBT, EMDR, and CBT.
Realizing you need assistance in navigating life's challenges marks the initial step towards effecting change. I firmly believe in the interconnectedness of mind and body. As mental and emotional wounds begin to heal, the potential for physical healing also emerges. I specialize in helping individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, self-harm, attachment, emotion regulation, and personality disorders. I'm a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist. I provide teletherapy counseling for adults aiming to enhance themselves by addressing and healing emotional wounds.
I specialize in DBT, EMDR, and CBT.
Realizing you need assistance in navigating life's challenges marks the initial step towards effecting change. I firmly believe in the interconnectedness of mind and body. As mental and emotional wounds begin to heal, the potential for physical healing also emerges. I specialize in helping individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, self-harm, attachment, emotion regulation, and personality disorders. I'm a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist. I provide teletherapy counseling for adults aiming to enhance themselves by addressing and healing emotional wounds.
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Are you looking for a way to improve your overall well-being? I provide a safe and neutral counseling space for individuals, couples and families to work towards an overall improvement within their relationships, everyday life and mindset. One's choice to begin counseling is a positive decision towards self-care, improved relationships and a proactive way to handle life's hardships. Counseling provides an opportunity to learn ways to gain control over one's life, whether that be through trauma healing, relationship repair or one's own self awareness. I believe that the power of empathy within counseling can be life changing.
I have confidence in a holistic, client centered approach within the modalities of Person Centered, Experiential, Cognitive Behavioral, EMDR and EFT.
Are you looking for a way to improve your overall well-being? I provide a safe and neutral counseling space for individuals, couples and families to work towards an overall improvement within their relationships, everyday life and mindset. One's choice to begin counseling is a positive decision towards self-care, improved relationships and a proactive way to handle life's hardships. Counseling provides an opportunity to learn ways to gain control over one's life, whether that be through trauma healing, relationship repair or one's own self awareness. I believe that the power of empathy within counseling can be life changing.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both California and Arizona, who has practiced for 23+ years and specializes in ERP for OCD and EMDR for painful life experiences resulting in anxiety.
I specialize in helping people identify the deeper root of their anxiety and relationship stress through ERP and EMDR sessions. You had a painful experience & who you were & how you saw the world - just aren’t the same anymore. You feel lost, angry, & afraid. Maybe you experienced a divorce, trauma, got a medical diagnosis, or lost someone (or something) that you love. Maybe it happened suddenly without any warning or maybe the fact that you knew it was coming, made it feel even worse. You need someone who understands & can help you put the pieces of your life back together. You want to feel whole and hopeful.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both California and Arizona, who has practiced for 23+ years and specializes in ERP for OCD and EMDR for painful life experiences resulting in anxiety.
I specialize in helping people identify the deeper root of their anxiety and relationship stress through ERP and EMDR sessions. You had a painful experience & who you were & how you saw the world - just aren’t the same anymore. You feel lost, angry, & afraid. Maybe you experienced a divorce, trauma, got a medical diagnosis, or lost someone (or something) that you love. Maybe it happened suddenly without any warning or maybe the fact that you knew it was coming, made it feel even worse. You need someone who understands & can help you put the pieces of your life back together. You want to feel whole and hopeful.
My services include individualized counseling sessions utilizing evidence-based therapies such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness practices.
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm? I offer personalized counseling tailored to your unique needs, providing consistent support and accountability. Together, we'll develop healthy coping mechanisms, improve mindfulness, and manage stress effectively. My goal is to help you achieve better emotional well-being, reduce stress, find work-life balance, and foster personal growth. This will help you to experience sustainable changes and empowerment in your mental health journey, enhancing your quality of life and achieving personal fulfillment.
My services include individualized counseling sessions utilizing evidence-based therapies such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness practices.
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm? I offer personalized counseling tailored to your unique needs, providing consistent support and accountability. Together, we'll develop healthy coping mechanisms, improve mindfulness, and manage stress effectively. My goal is to help you achieve better emotional well-being, reduce stress, find work-life balance, and foster personal growth. This will help you to experience sustainable changes and empowerment in your mental health journey, enhancing your quality of life and achieving personal fulfillment.
Jacquelyn Bahling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Queen Creek, AZ 85140 (Online Only)
I specialize in DBT, EMDR, trauma-attachment, grief and loss, body image and self esteem, LGBTQ and Gender-affirming care, mood and personality disorders. I believe that people can change by meeting them where they are at in their own mental health journey. It is important to me that people feel accepted and safe as their authentic self while working with me.
I specialize in DBT, EMDR, trauma-attachment, grief and loss, body image and self esteem, LGBTQ and Gender-affirming care, mood and personality disorders. I believe that people can change by meeting them where they are at in their own mental health journey. It is important to me that people feel accepted and safe as their authentic self while working with me.
Rancho Del Pacifico
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Waitlist for new clients
Rancho Del Pacifico clinical staff has more than 30 years of experience working in the field of behavioral health. Our practice serves all ages. In addition to office-based behavioral health counseling, we are able to enhance our clinical practice incorporating horses in treatment. Many of our clinical staff are certified in Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA), Natural Lifemanship and OK Corral. Horses are amazing partners in therapy, please check out our website to learn more. Our office based therapy services offer play therapy, EMDR, CBT and mindfulness as well as therapeutic art and somatic techniques.
Rancho Del Pacifico clinical staff has more than 30 years of experience working in the field of behavioral health. Our practice serves all ages. In addition to office-based behavioral health counseling, we are able to enhance our clinical practice incorporating horses in treatment. Many of our clinical staff are certified in Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA), Natural Lifemanship and OK Corral. Horses are amazing partners in therapy, please check out our website to learn more. Our office based therapy services offer play therapy, EMDR, CBT and mindfulness as well as therapeutic art and somatic techniques.
Tiffany Wilcken Moser
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS, LMFT
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Tiffany is a certified Trauma Specialist, and is also EMDR trained.
Have you experienced a form of relationship betrayal from a spouse, parents, or someone you should have been able to trust (infidelity, physical/sexual abuse, financial abuse, porn/sex addiction, emotional neglect/abandonment, etc.)? Are you experiencing various forms of trauma symptoms due to a relationship betrayal or past trauma(s)? If you are, please know that you are not alone. Tiffany has a passion for helping individuals heal from these traumatic experiences, past and present, by providing a positive, safe, non-judgmental environment where client and therapist can work collaboratively together to address these intense wounds.
Tiffany is a certified Trauma Specialist, and is also EMDR trained.
Have you experienced a form of relationship betrayal from a spouse, parents, or someone you should have been able to trust (infidelity, physical/sexual abuse, financial abuse, porn/sex addiction, emotional neglect/abandonment, etc.)? Are you experiencing various forms of trauma symptoms due to a relationship betrayal or past trauma(s)? If you are, please know that you are not alone. Tiffany has a passion for helping individuals heal from these traumatic experiences, past and present, by providing a positive, safe, non-judgmental environment where client and therapist can work collaboratively together to address these intense wounds.
Jared Crouse
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
I offer EMDR and CBT.
I specialize in adolescent and adult sexual maladaptive behaviors (including sexual/pornography addiction). I also have experience in working with those who suffer from depression, anxiety and trauma. I earned my Masters Degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. I have been in the behavioral health field for over 17 years. I began my career working with juveniles in residential treatment centers beginning in 1999 with A New Leaf, and eventually the U-Turn Foundation. While working with the U-Turn Foundation, I also provided outpatient counseling for at-risk youth in the Arizona Juvenile Superior Court system.
I offer EMDR and CBT.
I specialize in adolescent and adult sexual maladaptive behaviors (including sexual/pornography addiction). I also have experience in working with those who suffer from depression, anxiety and trauma. I earned my Masters Degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. I have been in the behavioral health field for over 17 years. I began my career working with juveniles in residential treatment centers beginning in 1999 with A New Leaf, and eventually the U-Turn Foundation. While working with the U-Turn Foundation, I also provided outpatient counseling for at-risk youth in the Arizona Juvenile Superior Court system.
Jessica Lambros
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
I specialize in trauma with training in EMDR, Somatic, Ketamine, Hypnotherapy, Psychodrama, IFS & EFT therapy.
As a trauma-focused therapist and healer I work from a holistic approach to integrate mind, body and spirit with my clients. I believe that we are all living out of our perspective of our story and with each new day comes the opportunity to understand and develop that story more. I deeply understand the need for attachment with ourselves and others, so I consider it an honor to walk alongside my clients and help them gain insight into their stories. I work with adults, children, teens and couples to help them with a variety of issues based on trust and connection.
I specialize in trauma with training in EMDR, Somatic, Ketamine, Hypnotherapy, Psychodrama, IFS & EFT therapy.
As a trauma-focused therapist and healer I work from a holistic approach to integrate mind, body and spirit with my clients. I believe that we are all living out of our perspective of our story and with each new day comes the opportunity to understand and develop that story more. I deeply understand the need for attachment with ourselves and others, so I consider it an honor to walk alongside my clients and help them gain insight into their stories. I work with adults, children, teens and couples to help them with a variety of issues based on trust and connection.
Wendy J Cova
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Queen Creek, AZ 85142 (Online Only)
EMDR is a revolutionary, robust treatment that helps us release difficult emotions, memories, beliefs and sensations that are associated with disturbing events in our lives.
Hello! My name is Wendy Cova and I have over 20 years of experience helping people just like you. We all struggle from time to time with relationships, personal development, marriage, children. We struggle with our careers, making decisions, setting limits. I know how to help you work through depression, anxiety, and loss. I would love to meet you and discuss the challenges you are facing. I know how to help. Please visit my website at forgivenessforyourself.com and feel free to email me at info@forgivenessforyourself.com. You can also find me on Headway at: https://headway.co/providers/wendy-cova?utm_source=pem&utm_medium=d
EMDR is a revolutionary, robust treatment that helps us release difficult emotions, memories, beliefs and sensations that are associated with disturbing events in our lives.
Hello! My name is Wendy Cova and I have over 20 years of experience helping people just like you. We all struggle from time to time with relationships, personal development, marriage, children. We struggle with our careers, making decisions, setting limits. I know how to help you work through depression, anxiety, and loss. I would love to meet you and discuss the challenges you are facing. I know how to help. Please visit my website at forgivenessforyourself.com and feel free to email me at info@forgivenessforyourself.com. You can also find me on Headway at: https://headway.co/providers/wendy-cova?utm_source=pem&utm_medium=d
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Who is EMDR for?
EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.
Why do people need EMDR?
People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.
What problems does EMDR treat?
First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
What happens in EMDR therapy?
First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.