EMDR Therapists in La Mirada, CA

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Sachelly Ramos-Flores: Ketamine + Emdr + Ifs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
La Mirada, CA 90637  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
What is Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy? EMDR is an evidence-based approach that has been effective in treating various conditions such as: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Anxiety, Depression & more.
Sachelly Ramos-Flores facilitates virtual Ketamine journeys throughout California. A little bit about Sachelly: "I love the mind and all of its capabilities + complexities. I believe we all have what it takes to be our own healers; we just need to learn to 'tap in' to this inner wisdom. My therapeutic style would be 'psycho-spiritual' - a curated blend between the psyche & the spirit. The effectiveness of Psychedelic-Assisted therapy is evolutionary, fascinating, and carefully researched. I believe this experience is sacred and requires preparation, trust, and safety; all of which we discuss when working together."
What is Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy? EMDR is an evidence-based approach that has been effective in treating various conditions such as: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Anxiety, Depression & more.
Sachelly Ramos-Flores facilitates virtual Ketamine journeys throughout California. A little bit about Sachelly: "I love the mind and all of its capabilities + complexities. I believe we all have what it takes to be our own healers; we just need to learn to 'tap in' to this inner wisdom. My therapeutic style would be 'psycho-spiritual' - a curated blend between the psyche & the spirit. The effectiveness of Psychedelic-Assisted therapy is evolutionary, fascinating, and carefully researched. I believe this experience is sacred and requires preparation, trust, and safety; all of which we discuss when working together."
(562) 526-1818 View (562) 526-1818
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Jozlyn Torres
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MSHR, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Mirada, CA 90638  (Online Only)
*I have immediate openings ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* EMDR (in-training) As a trauma informed therapist, I believe the most empowering feeling is finding your voice. By reflecting inward and making the the necessary changes we feel a sense of connection. I have spent many years building rapport with my clients from various traumas and background such as grief/loss, trauma and PTSD. I understand that building a safe therapeutic environment is essential in my therapy sessions.
*I have immediate openings ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* EMDR (in-training) As a trauma informed therapist, I believe the most empowering feeling is finding your voice. By reflecting inward and making the the necessary changes we feel a sense of connection. I have spent many years building rapport with my clients from various traumas and background such as grief/loss, trauma and PTSD. I understand that building a safe therapeutic environment is essential in my therapy sessions.
(909) 304-3137 View (909) 304-3137
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Catarsys Family Counseling- - Cynthia Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Mirada, CA 90638
I am trained in EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, FOCUS (Families Overcoming Under stress), Motivational Interviewing and Play Therapy.
As we wonder how to navigate life, we may face several obstacles and challenges that can seem overwhelming or unbearable. As a Mental Health Professional, I am here to support people on how to successfully keep themselves afloat. I received my Bachelors degree in Psychology in 1997 from the Universidad de Guadalajara in Mexico, and after a couple of years treating people of all ages I decided to move to California to complete graduate school. I graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology, with emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University in 2006 and I have been licensed since 2012.
I am trained in EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, FOCUS (Families Overcoming Under stress), Motivational Interviewing and Play Therapy.
As we wonder how to navigate life, we may face several obstacles and challenges that can seem overwhelming or unbearable. As a Mental Health Professional, I am here to support people on how to successfully keep themselves afloat. I received my Bachelors degree in Psychology in 1997 from the Universidad de Guadalajara in Mexico, and after a couple of years treating people of all ages I decided to move to California to complete graduate school. I graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology, with emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University in 2006 and I have been licensed since 2012.
(714) 463-1488 View (714) 463-1488
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Edwin D Bai
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Mirada, CA 90638  (Online Only)
Gottman couples therapy & EMDR trauma work are proven effective treatments.
Are you finding that you and your significant other seem to fail at communication yet succeed in conflict with each other? Do arguments not get resolved and instead it's one issue after another? Do you feel tired and lost in your relationship? Trust and commitment alone are difficult things to cultivate, let alone building insight and effective communication.  Whether you're wanting help early or this is the last ditch effort, bravo for your willingness and bravery for exploring your options. Also, if your past still affects your present, do you want to continue allowing those traumas to weigh heavy in your life?
Gottman couples therapy & EMDR trauma work are proven effective treatments.
Are you finding that you and your significant other seem to fail at communication yet succeed in conflict with each other? Do arguments not get resolved and instead it's one issue after another? Do you feel tired and lost in your relationship? Trust and commitment alone are difficult things to cultivate, let alone building insight and effective communication.  Whether you're wanting help early or this is the last ditch effort, bravo for your willingness and bravery for exploring your options. Also, if your past still affects your present, do you want to continue allowing those traumas to weigh heavy in your life?
(714) 874-9843 View (714) 874-9843
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Ashley McLaughlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Mirada, CA 90638
If you are seeking healing from your past, healthier relationships, and personal growth, I would love the opportunity to come alongside you on your journey. Healing can happen in a collaborative, compassionate, and supportive therapeutic relationship. I want to help you break free from the bonds of your past so that you are able to reach your fullest potential in the future. I primarily work from a humanistic client centered approach and utilize EMDR to help individuals reprocess past trauma and unhealthy belief systems. I strive to create a supportive and safe environment to process through these barriers to healing.
If you are seeking healing from your past, healthier relationships, and personal growth, I would love the opportunity to come alongside you on your journey. Healing can happen in a collaborative, compassionate, and supportive therapeutic relationship. I want to help you break free from the bonds of your past so that you are able to reach your fullest potential in the future. I primarily work from a humanistic client centered approach and utilize EMDR to help individuals reprocess past trauma and unhealthy belief systems. I strive to create a supportive and safe environment to process through these barriers to healing.
(949) 569-5519 View (949) 569-5519
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Esmeralda Saavedra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Mirada, CA 90638
Hello, my name is Esmeralda Saavedra and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I have over 22 years of experience in assisting individuals, families, and children with PTSD. It would be an honor to work with you and meet you where you are today. My therapeutic application is to hear your story and meet you where you are today. I have a Bowen foundation and I am EMDR trained. Being culturally sensitive as well and intertwining those strengths to develop tools that best meet your needs. It would be an honor to hear your story.
Hello, my name is Esmeralda Saavedra and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I have over 22 years of experience in assisting individuals, families, and children with PTSD. It would be an honor to work with you and meet you where you are today. My therapeutic application is to hear your story and meet you where you are today. I have a Bowen foundation and I am EMDR trained. Being culturally sensitive as well and intertwining those strengths to develop tools that best meet your needs. It would be an honor to hear your story.
(323) 849-2476 View (323) 849-2476
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Debra Solseng
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Mirada, CA 90638
My name is Debra Solseng, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I work via telehealth statewide and in person in Costa Mesa, California. My clients are adults who want to improve their mood and/or decrease their anxiety. I typically work with adults who want to feel better about themselves and their lives. Talking about life’s ups and downs in a confidential environment contributes to feeling better. Thinking in cognitive behavioral terms offers tools to work through negative thoughts and feelings. I use EMDR when working through past and present traumas.
My name is Debra Solseng, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I work via telehealth statewide and in person in Costa Mesa, California. My clients are adults who want to improve their mood and/or decrease their anxiety. I typically work with adults who want to feel better about themselves and their lives. Talking about life’s ups and downs in a confidential environment contributes to feeling better. Thinking in cognitive behavioral terms offers tools to work through negative thoughts and feelings. I use EMDR when working through past and present traumas.
(951) 904-2654 View (951) 904-2654
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Relational Healing And Trauma Recovery Kaci Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Mirada, CA 90638
I offer EMDR and can also integrate Christian faith into treatment if requested.
Hi there, I'm Kaci, and I specialize in helping individuals, couples, kids, and teens who are grappling with symptoms like overwhelming anxiety, persistent low self-esteem, the weight of past trauma, loss that feels unbearable, or relational struggles that seem insurmountable. If you're feeling stuck in these challenges, know that there's hope and support available.
I offer EMDR and can also integrate Christian faith into treatment if requested.
Hi there, I'm Kaci, and I specialize in helping individuals, couples, kids, and teens who are grappling with symptoms like overwhelming anxiety, persistent low self-esteem, the weight of past trauma, loss that feels unbearable, or relational struggles that seem insurmountable. If you're feeling stuck in these challenges, know that there's hope and support available.
(657) 222-2926 View (657) 222-2926
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Ashley Cox
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Mirada, CA 90637
Using a blend of talk, CBT and EMDR in a warm setting, we work collaboratively to alleviate your distress.
Christian counseling for teens & young adults. Are you a teen, college student or young adult with high ambition and yet overwhelmed by life? Do you feel anxious, depressed and stressed most days? Is it hard to communicate, set boundaries or even put the feelings into words? Sometimes we live with the best intentions and still find ourselves lost or off track. The wounds of past or old patterns get in the way. Utilizing proven methods with a Christian lens, I help teens & young adults discover the next steps to experience a restored sense of self. Together, we find better ways to work toward your goals in life for a vibrant future.
Using a blend of talk, CBT and EMDR in a warm setting, we work collaboratively to alleviate your distress.
Christian counseling for teens & young adults. Are you a teen, college student or young adult with high ambition and yet overwhelmed by life? Do you feel anxious, depressed and stressed most days? Is it hard to communicate, set boundaries or even put the feelings into words? Sometimes we live with the best intentions and still find ourselves lost or off track. The wounds of past or old patterns get in the way. Utilizing proven methods with a Christian lens, I help teens & young adults discover the next steps to experience a restored sense of self. Together, we find better ways to work toward your goals in life for a vibrant future.
(619) 333-7520 View (619) 333-7520
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Chirag Bharati
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Mirada, CA 90638
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness." I believe that client care absolutely should be individualized (in collaboration with the individual), contain healthy coping skills, and help build a social support network that can help him/her/them progress towards a much happier future.
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness." I believe that client care absolutely should be individualized (in collaboration with the individual), contain healthy coping skills, and help build a social support network that can help him/her/them progress towards a much happier future.
(657) 845-3799 View (657) 845-3799
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Dr. Kevin Downing
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Mirada, CA 90638
No matter if your relationship is ice-cold or erupting with conflict, Dr. Downing would love to help you attain peace, safety and intimacy. 46 Google & 23 Yelp five-star reviews show Christian Therapist Dr. Downing can restore and strengthen relationships. With 41 years of experience, he's also an expert in anxiety, depression and addiction problems. He's been an enormous help to women in abusive relationships and men with leadership, business, and love & intimacy issues.
No matter if your relationship is ice-cold or erupting with conflict, Dr. Downing would love to help you attain peace, safety and intimacy. 46 Google & 23 Yelp five-star reviews show Christian Therapist Dr. Downing can restore and strengthen relationships. With 41 years of experience, he's also an expert in anxiety, depression and addiction problems. He's been an enormous help to women in abusive relationships and men with leadership, business, and love & intimacy issues.
(562) 566-3986 View (562) 566-3986
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Debra Burianek of So Cal Christian Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Mirada, CA 90638  (Online Only)
I know that there are times when life can be difficult. My deepest professional desire is to give you hope and to let you know that you are not alone. Give me a chance to help and together we can move through the difficult parts of life, so you can experience growth and healing. I have experienced many grief and losses throughout my life from marriage, divorce, raising children, empty nesting, grand-babies, and sadly walking through the Hospice process while losing both parents to cancer. I can utilize my pains, struggles and triumphs to encourage you that you CAN do this and there is hope when there feels like there is none.
I know that there are times when life can be difficult. My deepest professional desire is to give you hope and to let you know that you are not alone. Give me a chance to help and together we can move through the difficult parts of life, so you can experience growth and healing. I have experienced many grief and losses throughout my life from marriage, divorce, raising children, empty nesting, grand-babies, and sadly walking through the Hospice process while losing both parents to cancer. I can utilize my pains, struggles and triumphs to encourage you that you CAN do this and there is hope when there feels like there is none.
(562) 667-0289 View (562) 667-0289

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Carolina Vargas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Whittier, CA 90605
Trained in IFS, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing and psychoanalytic psychotherapy to help support you in finding relief & creating the life you want.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, depressed or stuck, I recognize the impact it can have on your relationships, goals, self-esteem and how you feel in your mind and body. If you find yourself affected by difficult events, grief, and trauma from your past, I understand how it can interfere with daily life making it difficult to focus mentally, relax physically, and enjoy the things you once loved. You do not have to go through this alone. I am committed to providing compassionate support and guidance as we work together to find clarity, joy and reclaim ease in your mind, body and spirit. Change is possible. Healing is possible.
Trained in IFS, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing and psychoanalytic psychotherapy to help support you in finding relief & creating the life you want.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, depressed or stuck, I recognize the impact it can have on your relationships, goals, self-esteem and how you feel in your mind and body. If you find yourself affected by difficult events, grief, and trauma from your past, I understand how it can interfere with daily life making it difficult to focus mentally, relax physically, and enjoy the things you once loved. You do not have to go through this alone. I am committed to providing compassionate support and guidance as we work together to find clarity, joy and reclaim ease in your mind, body and spirit. Change is possible. Healing is possible.
(562) 512-7012 View (562) 512-7012
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Elaine Kindle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Whittier, CA 90605
I am a consultant- level EMDR Practitioner & a Certified Trauma Specialist.
Is your life overwhelming, out-of-control? Are you unmotivated; defeated? Has your self-esteem tanked? Have you lost passion for work...or for life? Are you burned-out? Do you keep trying to succeed but feel you're going nowhere? Have friends said "just get over it" ... something happened to you in the past ...but you just can't seem to shake if off? Change is possible.
I am a consultant- level EMDR Practitioner & a Certified Trauma Specialist.
Is your life overwhelming, out-of-control? Are you unmotivated; defeated? Has your self-esteem tanked? Have you lost passion for work...or for life? Are you burned-out? Do you keep trying to succeed but feel you're going nowhere? Have friends said "just get over it" ... something happened to you in the past ...but you just can't seem to shake if off? Change is possible.
(626) 653-4095 View (626) 653-4095
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Shelly Short
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Whittier, CA 90603
Hi there, I'm Shelly, an experienced licensed marriage and family therapist. I facilitate and guide clients through their emotional growth and healing process. I am open-minded, solution-focused, and goal-oriented. I specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based psychotherapy approach that works to heal mental, emotional, and behavioral issues such as trauma, PTSD, anxiety, phobias, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, addiction, codependency and relationship problems. In addition to EMDR, I use CBT, DBT, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness Techniques.
Hi there, I'm Shelly, an experienced licensed marriage and family therapist. I facilitate and guide clients through their emotional growth and healing process. I am open-minded, solution-focused, and goal-oriented. I specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based psychotherapy approach that works to heal mental, emotional, and behavioral issues such as trauma, PTSD, anxiety, phobias, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, addiction, codependency and relationship problems. In addition to EMDR, I use CBT, DBT, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness Techniques.
(949) 997-2989 View (949) 997-2989
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Seong Yeop (Sam) Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Buena Park, CA 90621  (Online Only)
I am also an EMDR trained therapist to effectively navigate trauma issues.
As an Asian-American DACAmented bilingual/bicultural therapist, my heart lies in supporting members of the AAPI community and other ethnic minorities who have experienced marginalization due to their intersection of identities (ie. spirituality, sexuality/LGBTQ, legal status, cultural backgroud). I work with individuals who have experienced religious and relational trauma, attachment wounds, imposter syndrome, low self-esteem, dysfunctional relationships, and repressed sexuality, as a result of internalized cultural and societal messages they were exposed to that have further perpetuated an oppressive narrative around who they are.
I am also an EMDR trained therapist to effectively navigate trauma issues.
As an Asian-American DACAmented bilingual/bicultural therapist, my heart lies in supporting members of the AAPI community and other ethnic minorities who have experienced marginalization due to their intersection of identities (ie. spirituality, sexuality/LGBTQ, legal status, cultural backgroud). I work with individuals who have experienced religious and relational trauma, attachment wounds, imposter syndrome, low self-esteem, dysfunctional relationships, and repressed sexuality, as a result of internalized cultural and societal messages they were exposed to that have further perpetuated an oppressive narrative around who they are.
(323) 645-1473 View (323) 645-1473
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Robert Connerley
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Buena Park, CA 90621
Hello, I'm Dr. Robert Connerley, a Licensed Psychologist specializing in anxiety, stress, and trauma therapy. No matter where you are in California, I offer telehealth sessions to make therapy accessible and convenient for you. We are all unique. I tailor my approach to meet each person’s specific needs and goals. If you're struggling with the effects of past experiences or repetitive life patterns, I often integrate Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) to help you move forward and put the past behind you.
Hello, I'm Dr. Robert Connerley, a Licensed Psychologist specializing in anxiety, stress, and trauma therapy. No matter where you are in California, I offer telehealth sessions to make therapy accessible and convenient for you. We are all unique. I tailor my approach to meet each person’s specific needs and goals. If you're struggling with the effects of past experiences or repetitive life patterns, I often integrate Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) to help you move forward and put the past behind you.
(323) 784-0916 View (323) 784-0916
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Travis Michael Mead
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Whittier, CA 90605
A recent service that I have started to offer is EMDR via Telehealth.
I have been a licensed psychotherapist for 43 years and have developed a number of specialties over the years. These include the treatment of traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, dysfunctional family of origin issues, dissociative disorders, mind/body issues, eating disorders, stress management, coping skills training and relaxation training. Besides Cognitive Therapy, I utilize EMDR, hypnosis and Alpha-Stim in my therapeutic work with clients. I also do "parts work", as in Internal Family Systems and Ericksonian Psychotherapy. I do in-person sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays. I do Telehealth sessions: Mondays & Wednesdays.
A recent service that I have started to offer is EMDR via Telehealth.
I have been a licensed psychotherapist for 43 years and have developed a number of specialties over the years. These include the treatment of traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, dysfunctional family of origin issues, dissociative disorders, mind/body issues, eating disorders, stress management, coping skills training and relaxation training. Besides Cognitive Therapy, I utilize EMDR, hypnosis and Alpha-Stim in my therapeutic work with clients. I also do "parts work", as in Internal Family Systems and Ericksonian Psychotherapy. I do in-person sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays. I do Telehealth sessions: Mondays & Wednesdays.
(562) 273-9822 View (562) 273-9822
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Kyung St Laurence
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Whittier, CA 90604
My specialties include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and integration of Eastern and Western philosophies.
I have worked with a wide range of clients from all backgrounds, with an emphasis on treating veterans and their families. I value a person-centered approach to building respectful and collaborative relationships to empower the change my clients seek through therapy. My area of particular interest is in working with individuals during life transitions, dealing with childhood trauma, OCD, ADHD, loss and grief, transgender issues, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal relationship struggles.
My specialties include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and integration of Eastern and Western philosophies.
I have worked with a wide range of clients from all backgrounds, with an emphasis on treating veterans and their families. I value a person-centered approach to building respectful and collaborative relationships to empower the change my clients seek through therapy. My area of particular interest is in working with individuals during life transitions, dealing with childhood trauma, OCD, ADHD, loss and grief, transgender issues, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal relationship struggles.
(619) 393-6219 View (619) 393-6219
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Rosie Pineda
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Whittier, CA 90605
I'm Rosie Pineda, Lic. LMFT. I am an EMDR-Certified Therapist and a Brainspotting Practitioner. I offer genuine caring that supports individuals and families to grow and reduce conflict. I also practice other therapies, like Somatic Therapy to help connect mind-body and spirit. My therapeutic approach is to work not only with individuals but with the system he or she lives in. I want to help them develop and use their insight to make daily improvements. I want to help people see the beauty in themselves, not through the external world but from their internal being.
I'm Rosie Pineda, Lic. LMFT. I am an EMDR-Certified Therapist and a Brainspotting Practitioner. I offer genuine caring that supports individuals and families to grow and reduce conflict. I also practice other therapies, like Somatic Therapy to help connect mind-body and spirit. My therapeutic approach is to work not only with individuals but with the system he or she lives in. I want to help them develop and use their insight to make daily improvements. I want to help people see the beauty in themselves, not through the external world but from their internal being.
(805) 301-9766 View (805) 301-9766
EMDR Therapists

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.