EMDR Therapists in Monterey Park, CA

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Pritika Sehgal
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Monterey Park, CA 91754  (Online Only)
I utilize trauma-focused and mindfulness based approach through a combination of DBT and EMDR.
I believe that seeking therapy is a profound and courageous first step towards healing, especially in a world where the stigma surrounding mental illness can create additional barriers. Having navigated my own mental health journey, I understand the personal struggles that come with anxiety, depression, self-criticism, and unresolved past traumas. It’s essential to recognize that you are not alone in this process. I am here to support you in exploring and accepting the parts of yourself that you may have pushed away, working together to integrate them for a more fulfilling and balanced life.
I utilize trauma-focused and mindfulness based approach through a combination of DBT and EMDR.
I believe that seeking therapy is a profound and courageous first step towards healing, especially in a world where the stigma surrounding mental illness can create additional barriers. Having navigated my own mental health journey, I understand the personal struggles that come with anxiety, depression, self-criticism, and unresolved past traumas. It’s essential to recognize that you are not alone in this process. I am here to support you in exploring and accepting the parts of yourself that you may have pushed away, working together to integrate them for a more fulfilling and balanced life.
(941) 269-1923 View (941) 269-1923
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Carolyn Lee Wong
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monterey Park, CA 91754  (Online Only)
I have a credential in school counseling and psychology, certification in Prepare-Enrich marital assessment and curriculum, and training in EMDR.
Being a first generation born Asian American can be an alienating experience. Having someone who can understand your experience can make all the difference. When someone really "gets" you, will work alongside you through the challenges you face, then you can have a different experience in a relationship that helps you to do what you didn't think you could before. I will listen to you, support you, help you understand yourself better, and help you learn new skills.
I have a credential in school counseling and psychology, certification in Prepare-Enrich marital assessment and curriculum, and training in EMDR.
Being a first generation born Asian American can be an alienating experience. Having someone who can understand your experience can make all the difference. When someone really "gets" you, will work alongside you through the challenges you face, then you can have a different experience in a relationship that helps you to do what you didn't think you could before. I will listen to you, support you, help you understand yourself better, and help you learn new skills.
(626) 478-2541 View (626) 478-2541
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Tony Xiong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Monterey Park, CA 91755  (Online Only)
As a psychotherapist I utilize several modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Exposure Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), and more.
My passion has always been to help people heal and find inner peace. For some, this might mean having to work through a difficult past so it doesn’t haunt them in their present life: for others, it’s just having someone to talk to. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, or needing to figure out what to do with your life, I’m here and I’m ready to help you.
As a psychotherapist I utilize several modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Exposure Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), and more.
My passion has always been to help people heal and find inner peace. For some, this might mean having to work through a difficult past so it doesn’t haunt them in their present life: for others, it’s just having someone to talk to. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, or needing to figure out what to do with your life, I’m here and I’m ready to help you.
(415) 980-3470 View (415) 980-3470
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Axolot Center Mental Health Counseling
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Monterey Park, CA 91754
We utilize EMDR, CBT/Trauma-focused CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy.
Hello! I am Jonathan Meza, LPCC, the owner and clinical director for Axolot Center Mental Health Counseling a group practice in Alhambra, CA. Our areas of experience and specialty include working with depression, anxiety, disruptive behavior, phase of life adjustment, trauma, grief and loss, for teens and adults. Clients seeking to learn new coping and relaxation skills, insight building, task management, mindfulness, how to process trauma, and to improve interpersonal and communication skills would be best suited for the treatment we provide.
We utilize EMDR, CBT/Trauma-focused CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy.
Hello! I am Jonathan Meza, LPCC, the owner and clinical director for Axolot Center Mental Health Counseling a group practice in Alhambra, CA. Our areas of experience and specialty include working with depression, anxiety, disruptive behavior, phase of life adjustment, trauma, grief and loss, for teens and adults. Clients seeking to learn new coping and relaxation skills, insight building, task management, mindfulness, how to process trauma, and to improve interpersonal and communication skills would be best suited for the treatment we provide.
(323) 612-1583 View (323) 612-1583
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Mindful Pasadena
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Monterey Park, CA 91754
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Is your worry keeping you awake at night? We believe that life can present challenges that require the help and support of counseling. We provide a safe space where you can feel comfortable to share and be heard. We prioritize listening and reflecting and compassion in our practice. Utilizing mindful practices, we will meet with each client individually to create goals that will help and encourage you to find fulfilment and serenity in your life. We know that life can be extremely challenging and at times feel insurmountable. At Mindful Pasadena, we are here to help and work with you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Is your worry keeping you awake at night? We believe that life can present challenges that require the help and support of counseling. We provide a safe space where you can feel comfortable to share and be heard. We prioritize listening and reflecting and compassion in our practice. Utilizing mindful practices, we will meet with each client individually to create goals that will help and encourage you to find fulfilment and serenity in your life. We know that life can be extremely challenging and at times feel insurmountable. At Mindful Pasadena, we are here to help and work with you.
(626) 389-1048 View (626) 389-1048
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Alexandra Duran
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Monterey Park, CA 91754
Hello, my name Is Alexandra (Ali) Duran, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Fresno, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I help adolescents and adults who struggle with depression and anxiety learn to regulate their challenging emotions, develop new life skills, process their history of trauma/loss, and find joy and meaning in life. I also help couples strengthen their bond with one another, improve their overall communication, and explore their joint needs, responsibilities, and dreams/goals for the future.
Hello, my name Is Alexandra (Ali) Duran, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Fresno, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I help adolescents and adults who struggle with depression and anxiety learn to regulate their challenging emotions, develop new life skills, process their history of trauma/loss, and find joy and meaning in life. I also help couples strengthen their bond with one another, improve their overall communication, and explore their joint needs, responsibilities, and dreams/goals for the future.
(562) 561-2738 View (562) 561-2738
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Kaitlyn Nguyen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monterey Park, CA 91755  (Online Only)
I am going to let you in on something. I, too, come from a place of conflictual relationships, anxiety and lack of self-love. Therapy helped me channel the innate strength residing in each and every one of us, and changed my whole life trajectory. For the past 8 years, I have partnered with clients on their journey towards healing and self-acceptance, helping them restore the balance in their relationships with themselves, and with others.
I am going to let you in on something. I, too, come from a place of conflictual relationships, anxiety and lack of self-love. Therapy helped me channel the innate strength residing in each and every one of us, and changed my whole life trajectory. For the past 8 years, I have partnered with clients on their journey towards healing and self-acceptance, helping them restore the balance in their relationships with themselves, and with others.
(714) 410-5672 View (714) 410-5672
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Jayce Matthew Geesey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Monterey Park, CA 91754
I help creative and motivated individuals who are struggling with self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, and difficulty in relationships. If you're struggling to live with more authenticity, confidence and wellness, it is my mission to help you shift away from what is keeping you stuck and guide you into a lived experience of thriving and fulfillment. You won't be alone in the process as we will work collaboratively to help you discover a new path forward that leads to healing and growth.
I help creative and motivated individuals who are struggling with self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, and difficulty in relationships. If you're struggling to live with more authenticity, confidence and wellness, it is my mission to help you shift away from what is keeping you stuck and guide you into a lived experience of thriving and fulfillment. You won't be alone in the process as we will work collaboratively to help you discover a new path forward that leads to healing and growth.
(213) 725-2735 View (213) 725-2735

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Estela Isla
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Montebello, CA 90640  (Online Only)
Additionally, I am trained in EMDR, Seeking Safety, & Gottman Level 2.
Are you feeling overwhelmed managing anxiety or stress? It is time to regain control and find tranquility. Picture a safe, confidential space where you can freely discuss these challenges. As your therapist, I will offer you that safe space to express yourself authentically and feel more in charge in your life. While current stressors may feel overwhelming, remember, they do not dictate your future. My expertise lies in guiding clients through trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, life transitions, and more.
Additionally, I am trained in EMDR, Seeking Safety, & Gottman Level 2.
Are you feeling overwhelmed managing anxiety or stress? It is time to regain control and find tranquility. Picture a safe, confidential space where you can freely discuss these challenges. As your therapist, I will offer you that safe space to express yourself authentically and feel more in charge in your life. While current stressors may feel overwhelming, remember, they do not dictate your future. My expertise lies in guiding clients through trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, life transitions, and more.
(323) 672-4235 View (323) 672-4235
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Jesus Solorio Jr
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Montebello, CA 90640
I incorporate multiple approaches including narrative processes and trauma healing modalities such as EMDR and Internal Family Systems.
I enjoy working with Latinx and BIPOC individuals who face structural, racial, and cultural challenges.
I incorporate multiple approaches including narrative processes and trauma healing modalities such as EMDR and Internal Family Systems.
I enjoy working with Latinx and BIPOC individuals who face structural, racial, and cultural challenges.
(562) 564-6402 View (562) 564-6402
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Yangyang Xie
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Montebello, CA 90640
My name is Dorothy Xie. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. My approach is evidence-based and strength-based, solution-focused, and utilizes several modalities such as ACT, CBT, DBT, Family Systems, Gottman Method, Gestalt, EMDR, mindfulness, and more. I work with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of areas including depression, anger management, anxiety, behavioral issues, coping skills, cultural stress, relationship issues, family conflict, grief, and trauma & PTSD, amongst others.
My name is Dorothy Xie. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. My approach is evidence-based and strength-based, solution-focused, and utilizes several modalities such as ACT, CBT, DBT, Family Systems, Gottman Method, Gestalt, EMDR, mindfulness, and more. I work with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of areas including depression, anger management, anxiety, behavioral issues, coping skills, cultural stress, relationship issues, family conflict, grief, and trauma & PTSD, amongst others.
(714) 613-4937 View (714) 613-4937
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Ana L. Aguilar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Montebello, CA 90640
Certified in EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, CPP, and trained in Somatic Trauma Healing practices.
Are you feeling hopeless, lonely, or helpless? Algun dia te has sentido, agustiado o agobiado por las responsabilidades de esta vida? Let me help you! Dejame ayudarte! Collaboratively, in therapy, I will help you embark in your healing journey. You are not alone! NO estas solo. Juntos caminaremos hacia tu total restauracion y sanidad emocional, fisica, y mental, e espiritual. Together we will walk through the valleys and shadows into the paths of restoration, healing and light.
Certified in EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, CPP, and trained in Somatic Trauma Healing practices.
Are you feeling hopeless, lonely, or helpless? Algun dia te has sentido, agustiado o agobiado por las responsabilidades de esta vida? Let me help you! Dejame ayudarte! Collaboratively, in therapy, I will help you embark in your healing journey. You are not alone! NO estas solo. Juntos caminaremos hacia tu total restauracion y sanidad emocional, fisica, y mental, e espiritual. Together we will walk through the valleys and shadows into the paths of restoration, healing and light.
(323) 693-9884 View (323) 693-9884
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Andriette Pieron
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
East Los Angeles, CA 90022  (Online Only)
In addition to Drama Therapy & EMDR, I use techniques to spur your creativity; play, movement, guided imagery, art, breathing and felt senses.
Do you need a place to be yourself? To be seen and fully accepted for who you are and encouraged to take leaps and risks to craft who you want to be? The fear of failure and judgments, our own and others, often holds us back from exploring the edge of our possibilities. I am passionate about creating a nurturing relationship where you can begin to practice and embody the changes you want to create in your own life. I work with individuals, couples, children, adolescents and families. I specialize in women who are reinventing themselves and family members of individuals with mental illness.
In addition to Drama Therapy & EMDR, I use techniques to spur your creativity; play, movement, guided imagery, art, breathing and felt senses.
Do you need a place to be yourself? To be seen and fully accepted for who you are and encouraged to take leaps and risks to craft who you want to be? The fear of failure and judgments, our own and others, often holds us back from exploring the edge of our possibilities. I am passionate about creating a nurturing relationship where you can begin to practice and embody the changes you want to create in your own life. I work with individuals, couples, children, adolescents and families. I specialize in women who are reinventing themselves and family members of individuals with mental illness.
(415) 712-2667 View (415) 712-2667
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Sachelly Ramos-Flores: Ketamine + Emdr + Ifs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
East Los Angeles, CA 90022  (Online Only)
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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Amber Bishop
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801
I am trained in EMDR.
Emotions start as experiences in the body. What makes us human are the emotions we experience on a regular basis. It can feel difficult, overwhelming, and unnatural to lean into these emotions and make sense of them all. A young child once shared, “when you dig really deep, you find stuff”. I am here to create a safe space tailored for individuals. My approach is empathetic, collaborative, supportive and non-judgmental. My goal is to offer a safe , therapeutic environment utilizing various components from treatment modalities to begin your journey of healing.
I am trained in EMDR.
Emotions start as experiences in the body. What makes us human are the emotions we experience on a regular basis. It can feel difficult, overwhelming, and unnatural to lean into these emotions and make sense of them all. A young child once shared, “when you dig really deep, you find stuff”. I am here to create a safe space tailored for individuals. My approach is empathetic, collaborative, supportive and non-judgmental. My goal is to offer a safe , therapeutic environment utilizing various components from treatment modalities to begin your journey of healing.
(323) 685-4629 View (323) 685-4629
Dragonfly Counseling Services-Kandi Dudley, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Rosemead, CA 91770
I am Kandi Dudley and have been a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist since 2009. I have been trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy and EMDR, and I use this for clients experiencing trauma. In addition I have experience working with first responders, military, and persons diagnosed with cancer. I provide a place where you feel safe, comfortable, and free of judgement. We work together in creating your therapy goals and identifying your strengths and specials gifts as a person. "When we are no longer able to change a situation - we are challenged to change ourselves". Viktor Emil Frankl
I am Kandi Dudley and have been a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist since 2009. I have been trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy and EMDR, and I use this for clients experiencing trauma. In addition I have experience working with first responders, military, and persons diagnosed with cancer. I provide a place where you feel safe, comfortable, and free of judgement. We work together in creating your therapy goals and identifying your strengths and specials gifts as a person. "When we are no longer able to change a situation - we are challenged to change ourselves". Viktor Emil Frankl
(626) 654-3673 View (626) 654-3673
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Jill Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90022
I have completed Basic EMDR Training, and utilize DBT, CBT, Mindfulness, Narrative, Gestalt, Solution Focused and Motivational Interviewing.
I was born and raised in Lansing, Michigan and grew up in a single-parent family youngest of five children. I am also a trauma survivor. I completed my doctoral work at the University of Southern California, and my master’s at Loma Linda University, I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have 29 years of experience working with children, youth, families, and adults in non-profit, for-profit, government, acute care, and hospice settings, as well as private practice. My specialties include children, adolescents, grief, loss, abuse and neglect, and trauma.
I have completed Basic EMDR Training, and utilize DBT, CBT, Mindfulness, Narrative, Gestalt, Solution Focused and Motivational Interviewing.
I was born and raised in Lansing, Michigan and grew up in a single-parent family youngest of five children. I am also a trauma survivor. I completed my doctoral work at the University of Southern California, and my master’s at Loma Linda University, I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have 29 years of experience working with children, youth, families, and adults in non-profit, for-profit, government, acute care, and hospice settings, as well as private practice. My specialties include children, adolescents, grief, loss, abuse and neglect, and trauma.
(916) 314-7728 View (916) 314-7728
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Andrea Vaz Antunes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801
By integrating attachment and trauma-based techniques, Bioenergetic Analysis, EMDR, and insights from my personal therapy journey, I guide clients in exploring the intricate interplay between mind, body, and spirit.
Hello, and welcome! I'm Andrea Vaz Antunes, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in San Diego, CA. As a trauma-focused therapist, I specialize in helping individuals overcome the lasting effects of childhood experiences, as well as present traumas they may be facing. My approach involves exploring the energy dynamics within our bodies and the relational connections we engage with daily, guiding clients toward healing and resilience.
By integrating attachment and trauma-based techniques, Bioenergetic Analysis, EMDR, and insights from my personal therapy journey, I guide clients in exploring the intricate interplay between mind, body, and spirit.
Hello, and welcome! I'm Andrea Vaz Antunes, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in San Diego, CA. As a trauma-focused therapist, I specialize in helping individuals overcome the lasting effects of childhood experiences, as well as present traumas they may be facing. My approach involves exploring the energy dynamics within our bodies and the relational connections we engage with daily, guiding clients toward healing and resilience.
(805) 586-9447 View (805) 586-9447
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Hong Jeong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801
I specialize in trauma processing and am certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
I specialize in trauma processing and am certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
(626) 714-2449 View (626) 714-2449
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Adriana Gamez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90022
As a trauma informed clinician, I specialize in working with adults by incorporating various treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing ( EMDR) to guide my clients towards healing and restoring meaning to their lives.
Are you feeling stuck in a recurring cycle of repeatedly doing the same thing expecting different results yet, keep running into the same obstacles? Life experiences can sometimes make us feel discouraged and hopeless leaving us unsatisfied. Life does not have to be that way. We have control over our lives regardless of the insurmountable obstacles we face daily. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has experience working with victims of trauma, and grief and loss as a result of broken relationships, death of loved one, or life transitions. I have always believed that there is hope after adversity
As a trauma informed clinician, I specialize in working with adults by incorporating various treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing ( EMDR) to guide my clients towards healing and restoring meaning to their lives.
Are you feeling stuck in a recurring cycle of repeatedly doing the same thing expecting different results yet, keep running into the same obstacles? Life experiences can sometimes make us feel discouraged and hopeless leaving us unsatisfied. Life does not have to be that way. We have control over our lives regardless of the insurmountable obstacles we face daily. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has experience working with victims of trauma, and grief and loss as a result of broken relationships, death of loved one, or life transitions. I have always believed that there is hope after adversity
(562) 203-0474 View (562) 203-0474

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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.