EMDR Therapists in Boise, ID

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Lily G. Austin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83705
I will use a variety of evidence based interventions including EMDR, ACT, CBT-ERP, Mindfulness, EFT, and Attachment theory.
Hi and welcome! I work with kids, teens, and adults who have been experiencing overwhelm, low mood, and anxiety through life transitions, illness, childhood trauma and traumatic life events, and performance anxiety. My goal is to provide a safe space to explore parts of you, gain new tools and insight, and ultimately live a meaningful and abundant life. I specialize in working with OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, CPTSD, ADHD, sports performance, and transitional periods.
I will use a variety of evidence based interventions including EMDR, ACT, CBT-ERP, Mindfulness, EFT, and Attachment theory.
Hi and welcome! I work with kids, teens, and adults who have been experiencing overwhelm, low mood, and anxiety through life transitions, illness, childhood trauma and traumatic life events, and performance anxiety. My goal is to provide a safe space to explore parts of you, gain new tools and insight, and ultimately live a meaningful and abundant life. I specialize in working with OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, CPTSD, ADHD, sports performance, and transitional periods.
(986) 766-4634 View (986) 766-4634
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Kristen Connolly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83705
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) and informed in Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Trauma-Informed care for meaningful change. Hi, I'm Kristen and I'm so glad to meet you at this stage of your healing journey. As a trauma-informed counselor, I focus on supporting adults and adolescents through various challenges including depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, identity exploration, life transitions, and stress/burnout. I believe in each individual's ability to navigate life's complexities using their inherent strengths and resilience. My goal is to empower clients through increasing emotional awareness, cultivating inner harmony, and embracing authentic living.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) and informed in Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Trauma-Informed care for meaningful change. Hi, I'm Kristen and I'm so glad to meet you at this stage of your healing journey. As a trauma-informed counselor, I focus on supporting adults and adolescents through various challenges including depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, identity exploration, life transitions, and stress/burnout. I believe in each individual's ability to navigate life's complexities using their inherent strengths and resilience. My goal is to empower clients through increasing emotional awareness, cultivating inner harmony, and embracing authentic living.
(208) 994-5662 View (208) 994-5662
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Deborah J Russo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CHT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83702  (Online Only)
By using EMDR, Hypnosis, Mindfulness, CBT, and some DBT I strive to get you back on track quickly.
Taking Video clients! Do you feel stuck, anxious and depressed and wonder what is wrong with you? Personal crisis, work burnout, the loss of a loved one, and stressful situations like those of 2020 make life even harder. Just deciding to change, talking yourself through it or “pulling yourself up by the bootstraps” doesn't always work. Sometimes your pain is deep and rooted in the past. Maybe it’s not clear to you and held in your subconscious. That is often a normal outcome when we don’t get the support we need in our time of struggle. I am here to help and look forward to meeting you
By using EMDR, Hypnosis, Mindfulness, CBT, and some DBT I strive to get you back on track quickly.
Taking Video clients! Do you feel stuck, anxious and depressed and wonder what is wrong with you? Personal crisis, work burnout, the loss of a loved one, and stressful situations like those of 2020 make life even harder. Just deciding to change, talking yourself through it or “pulling yourself up by the bootstraps” doesn't always work. Sometimes your pain is deep and rooted in the past. Maybe it’s not clear to you and held in your subconscious. That is often a normal outcome when we don’t get the support we need in our time of struggle. I am here to help and look forward to meeting you
(208) 242-2701 View (208) 242-2701
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David A Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR-T, RS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83705
David Martin, MA, LPC, EMDR-T, is a psychotherapist with a private practice in Boise, Idaho who works with individuals and specializes in EMDR therapy. David is a graduate of Boise State University with a Masters degree in Counseling, Graduate Certificate in Addiction Studies, and a Bachelors of Science degree in Psychology. David is a cognitive behavioral therapist who uses a practical, interactive, solution-focused strength-based approach. He provides support and practical feedback, helping you find your individual tools for thinking about life in a new way and developing a wider range of possibilities.
David Martin, MA, LPC, EMDR-T, is a psychotherapist with a private practice in Boise, Idaho who works with individuals and specializes in EMDR therapy. David is a graduate of Boise State University with a Masters degree in Counseling, Graduate Certificate in Addiction Studies, and a Bachelors of Science degree in Psychology. David is a cognitive behavioral therapist who uses a practical, interactive, solution-focused strength-based approach. He provides support and practical feedback, helping you find your individual tools for thinking about life in a new way and developing a wider range of possibilities.
(208) 502-2280 View (208) 502-2280
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Emily Mechtenberg
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83702  (Online Only)
I use a range of modalities including motivational interviewing, non-violent communication practices, mindfulness, EMDR, somatic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and IFS theory while counseling from a person-centered approach.
I work with individuals and couples 18 years and older who live in Alaska or Idaho and who are experiencing challenges around sexuality, gender identity or gender roles, and within their relationships. I counsel from a framework of anti-oppression and intersectional feminism and I support people of all genders and sexual orientations. I am also happy to work with people in non-conforming relationships such as open relationships, swinging, and who are polyamorous. In addition, I work with people experiencing anxiety and/or depression, and with people who want to process overwhelming events and circumstances in their lives.
I use a range of modalities including motivational interviewing, non-violent communication practices, mindfulness, EMDR, somatic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and IFS theory while counseling from a person-centered approach.
I work with individuals and couples 18 years and older who live in Alaska or Idaho and who are experiencing challenges around sexuality, gender identity or gender roles, and within their relationships. I counsel from a framework of anti-oppression and intersectional feminism and I support people of all genders and sexual orientations. I am also happy to work with people in non-conforming relationships such as open relationships, swinging, and who are polyamorous. In addition, I work with people experiencing anxiety and/or depression, and with people who want to process overwhelming events and circumstances in their lives.
(208) 346-7593 View (208) 346-7593
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Janelle Johnson-Yavruian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83702
Accepting new clients, Tuesdays and Thursdays (some evening slots). Currently training in EMDR. Faith transitions and perinatal mental health are my two specialties.
Accepting new clients, Tuesdays and Thursdays (some evening slots). Currently training in EMDR. Faith transitions and perinatal mental health are my two specialties.
(208) 646-9401 View (208) 646-9401
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Cade Kirkhart
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MCoun
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83703  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Certified in EMDR and skilled in clinical hypnosis, I'm dedicated to empowering you on your journey towards healing and growth.
Making the decision to seek counseling takes courage, and I understand how overwhelming it can be to find the right counselor. As your guide, I offer my full self—my experiences, education, and unwavering support—in our sessions. Together, we'll build a safe space, free of judgment, where you're embraced with unconditional acceptance. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or exploring relationships and identity, I'm here to meet you where you are. I'm committed to supporting you through every step of your journey towards healing and self-discovery.
Certified in EMDR and skilled in clinical hypnosis, I'm dedicated to empowering you on your journey towards healing and growth.
Making the decision to seek counseling takes courage, and I understand how overwhelming it can be to find the right counselor. As your guide, I offer my full self—my experiences, education, and unwavering support—in our sessions. Together, we'll build a safe space, free of judgment, where you're embraced with unconditional acceptance. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or exploring relationships and identity, I'm here to meet you where you are. I'm committed to supporting you through every step of your journey towards healing and self-discovery.
(208) 231-7733 View (208) 231-7733
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Megan Raimondi-Musser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83702
Thank you for being here, and for taking the time to learn a bit about who I am and what our work together would look like. As a therapist, I strive to hold space for and affirm people of all identities, and am passionate about supporting you in establishing healthy boundaries and relationships, navigating past trauma and current life transitions, and managing symptoms of anxiety or depression. I will use my 14 years of clinical experience, my training in trauma-informed theories such as EMDR, and my care for you as a human being to uplift your strengths and validate you throughout the entire therapeutic process.
Thank you for being here, and for taking the time to learn a bit about who I am and what our work together would look like. As a therapist, I strive to hold space for and affirm people of all identities, and am passionate about supporting you in establishing healthy boundaries and relationships, navigating past trauma and current life transitions, and managing symptoms of anxiety or depression. I will use my 14 years of clinical experience, my training in trauma-informed theories such as EMDR, and my care for you as a human being to uplift your strengths and validate you throughout the entire therapeutic process.
(208) 744-2562 View (208) 744-2562
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Yvonne Iwasa
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83705
Waitlist for new clients
I use EMDR, SFBT and other effective modalities, to make the most of our time together and your resources.
Are you ready to feel better? Life can be overwhelming and sometimes we just need some help. I am here to support you and help you find the way to feeling good and living the life you desire. I love being a counselor and seeing the profound changes my clients experience in therapy. My passion is to find the best way to help you. That includes making therapy a welcoming place, whether that is here in my office or taking a walk.
I use EMDR, SFBT and other effective modalities, to make the most of our time together and your resources.
Are you ready to feel better? Life can be overwhelming and sometimes we just need some help. I am here to support you and help you find the way to feeling good and living the life you desire. I love being a counselor and seeing the profound changes my clients experience in therapy. My passion is to find the best way to help you. That includes making therapy a welcoming place, whether that is here in my office or taking a walk.
(208) 742-4241 View (208) 742-4241
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Natalie Schilling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83706
I am also a certified EMDR (Eye Movement and Desensitization Movement) therapist.
Welcome! I am so glad that, in this moment, you found yourself here. You are exactly where you should be. A place where hope and healing can take place. A place where true authenticity can start to uncover itself. I am here to help you experience yourself in new and exciting ways and create a life you are proud of. My practice involves a nonjudgmental approach with continued support, warm curiosity and walking alongside you to discover what matters most in your life.
I am also a certified EMDR (Eye Movement and Desensitization Movement) therapist.
Welcome! I am so glad that, in this moment, you found yourself here. You are exactly where you should be. A place where hope and healing can take place. A place where true authenticity can start to uncover itself. I am here to help you experience yourself in new and exciting ways and create a life you are proud of. My practice involves a nonjudgmental approach with continued support, warm curiosity and walking alongside you to discover what matters most in your life.
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Laura Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR-T, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83702
Waitlist for new clients
I support clients' journeys by using an eclectic and holistic approach of EMDR therapy, attachment focused therapy, and somatic therapies.
My focus is providing a dedicated, safe space for those seeking support through life transitions. Transitions, whether they are welcomed or unexpected, are opportunities for reflection, for discovering a new authentic sense of self, and for challenging internal belief systems that often make change feel overwhelming or unbearable. My primary goal is to help clients find a renewed sense of purpose, balance, energy, and self-confidence.
I support clients' journeys by using an eclectic and holistic approach of EMDR therapy, attachment focused therapy, and somatic therapies.
My focus is providing a dedicated, safe space for those seeking support through life transitions. Transitions, whether they are welcomed or unexpected, are opportunities for reflection, for discovering a new authentic sense of self, and for challenging internal belief systems that often make change feel overwhelming or unbearable. My primary goal is to help clients find a renewed sense of purpose, balance, energy, and self-confidence.
(208) 218-8546 View (208) 218-8546
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Jody Sacia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83702
Waitlist for new clients
I integrate Emotion-Focused Therapy, ACT, Trauma-Informed Care, EMDR as well as the developmental lens of Attachment-Based Therapy within our sessions.
Being an overthinker myself, I have learned the power of implicit knowing and through mindfulness practices holding space to listen to all parts of self. Validating the unique human experience of each of my clients with warmth and acceptance is priority in the work I do. Feeling truly seen, heard, and understood without judgement builds connections with self and others. I enjoy “being a fellow traveler” with my clients as they find their own voice and empowerment to live the life that aligns best for them. "Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed." -Thich Nhat Hanh
I integrate Emotion-Focused Therapy, ACT, Trauma-Informed Care, EMDR as well as the developmental lens of Attachment-Based Therapy within our sessions.
Being an overthinker myself, I have learned the power of implicit knowing and through mindfulness practices holding space to listen to all parts of self. Validating the unique human experience of each of my clients with warmth and acceptance is priority in the work I do. Feeling truly seen, heard, and understood without judgement builds connections with self and others. I enjoy “being a fellow traveler” with my clients as they find their own voice and empowerment to live the life that aligns best for them. "Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed." -Thich Nhat Hanh
(208) 551-5428 View (208) 551-5428
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Beverly Oh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83702  (Online Only)
Are you looking for a different approach to therapy? I'm Beverly Oh, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Nurse. I hold Master's degrees in Counseling and Human Services and Nursing with an education focus. My diverse background powers my role as a Certified Kolbe Consultant, providing career guidance. With a unique passion for EMDR therapy and hypnosis, I aim for innovative and effective ways to tackle mental health. Trust that in me, you have a compassionate companion for life's tough journeys.
Are you looking for a different approach to therapy? I'm Beverly Oh, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Nurse. I hold Master's degrees in Counseling and Human Services and Nursing with an education focus. My diverse background powers my role as a Certified Kolbe Consultant, providing career guidance. With a unique passion for EMDR therapy and hypnosis, I aim for innovative and effective ways to tackle mental health. Trust that in me, you have a compassionate companion for life's tough journeys.
(208) 927-4693 View (208) 927-4693
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Tom Ahlrichs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83702
For this reason, it is important for me to tailor therapy to your specific preferences while relying on various therapeutic models including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and Person Centered Therapy.
Currently accepting clients.... I get that you are ready to make positive changes in your life and I am here to help you make that happen. I am passionate about helping people and clients regularly share their gratitude in how I have helped them make meaningful changes in their lives. In 22 years as a therapist, I have developed a high level of competence in most areas mental health working with a wide range of individuals of all ages and backgrounds dealing with most everything that life can toss at you. Through our work together I will help you have a better outlook on life, improved mood, and future possibilities.
For this reason, it is important for me to tailor therapy to your specific preferences while relying on various therapeutic models including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and Person Centered Therapy.
Currently accepting clients.... I get that you are ready to make positive changes in your life and I am here to help you make that happen. I am passionate about helping people and clients regularly share their gratitude in how I have helped them make meaningful changes in their lives. In 22 years as a therapist, I have developed a high level of competence in most areas mental health working with a wide range of individuals of all ages and backgrounds dealing with most everything that life can toss at you. Through our work together I will help you have a better outlook on life, improved mood, and future possibilities.
(208) 754-2358 View (208) 754-2358
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Katie Monnig
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83712
My approach is integrative and holistic, blending mindfulness, CBT, EMDR therapy, and somatic (body) awareness to help you feel empowered and begin to find relief of symptoms.
Symptoms of depression, anxiety or trauma can feel like they define you. Maybe you've tried therapy in the past without feeling much progress. Or maybe you are a new mom who feels like you are "going crazy" and are worried you will never feel like yourself again. I know what it's like to feel stuck and unsure that you can get better. Whatever has brought you here, know that you will be welcomed and seen for who you are. And...that you hold within the power of choice to try something different- to move out of what is no longer serving you.
My approach is integrative and holistic, blending mindfulness, CBT, EMDR therapy, and somatic (body) awareness to help you feel empowered and begin to find relief of symptoms.
Symptoms of depression, anxiety or trauma can feel like they define you. Maybe you've tried therapy in the past without feeling much progress. Or maybe you are a new mom who feels like you are "going crazy" and are worried you will never feel like yourself again. I know what it's like to feel stuck and unsure that you can get better. Whatever has brought you here, know that you will be welcomed and seen for who you are. And...that you hold within the power of choice to try something different- to move out of what is no longer serving you.
(208) 907-3630 View (208) 907-3630
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Jessica D Adams
Counselor, MS, Coun, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83709
Going beyond traditional talk therapy, I offer EMDR and Yoga/Mindfulness based techniques and Creative/Expressive therapies.
Do you feel stuck and stagnant, longing to grow? Or perhaps you feel disconnected from yourself or others and yearn for deeper relationships? My experience is that people heal and grow in an accepting and encouraging therapeutic environment while being challenged and supported to question old patterns and limitations. Are you ready to embark on a journey to embody your authentic self?
Going beyond traditional talk therapy, I offer EMDR and Yoga/Mindfulness based techniques and Creative/Expressive therapies.
Do you feel stuck and stagnant, longing to grow? Or perhaps you feel disconnected from yourself or others and yearn for deeper relationships? My experience is that people heal and grow in an accepting and encouraging therapeutic environment while being challenged and supported to question old patterns and limitations. Are you ready to embark on a journey to embody your authentic self?
(208) 203-7560 View (208) 203-7560
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Cathleen Rodriguez
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83704  (Online Only)
I work with issues related to anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, PTSD, emotional regulation as well as self-esteem issues. I can assist you in finding the answers you are looking for and developing a plan you wish to implement in your life. I provide a welcoming environment built on trust and acceptance. I am a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist. I also work with clients from different faiths. I bring an eclectic approach of skills and tools to counseling which will always reflect the client’s needs and goals. I use therapy approaches such as Client centered, EMDR techniques, CBT, DBT, Acceptance Therapy, Narrative and Strengths based.
I work with issues related to anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, PTSD, emotional regulation as well as self-esteem issues. I can assist you in finding the answers you are looking for and developing a plan you wish to implement in your life. I provide a welcoming environment built on trust and acceptance. I am a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist. I also work with clients from different faiths. I bring an eclectic approach of skills and tools to counseling which will always reflect the client’s needs and goals. I use therapy approaches such as Client centered, EMDR techniques, CBT, DBT, Acceptance Therapy, Narrative and Strengths based.
(208) 913-3331 View (208) 913-3331
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Donna Maxine Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83706
Whether you need to find purpose and value in your own life (my specialty), understand grief, use EMDR, counter anxiety and depression, deal with spiritual distress, pursue a new career, help a child through play therapy, or allow me to guide both children and adults using art and sand therapy, I want to help you.
Stepping into counseling with you is a privilege. As a licensed professional counselor, I find counseling to be an invitation to listen and empathize to what is going on in your heart, your head, and your world. When these don’t align, there is an incongruence that rattles our inner world. My desire is to assist adults, adolescents and children 6 and older, to find peace. I enjoy all ages because of my work with children & adults for 20 years. I served 10 years as a Children’s Pastor, and I continue to believe that every age is important. Therefore, I chose to pursue counseling to help every individual pursue healthy mental health.
Whether you need to find purpose and value in your own life (my specialty), understand grief, use EMDR, counter anxiety and depression, deal with spiritual distress, pursue a new career, help a child through play therapy, or allow me to guide both children and adults using art and sand therapy, I want to help you.
Stepping into counseling with you is a privilege. As a licensed professional counselor, I find counseling to be an invitation to listen and empathize to what is going on in your heart, your head, and your world. When these don’t align, there is an incongruence that rattles our inner world. My desire is to assist adults, adolescents and children 6 and older, to find peace. I enjoy all ages because of my work with children & adults for 20 years. I served 10 years as a Children’s Pastor, and I continue to believe that every age is important. Therefore, I chose to pursue counseling to help every individual pursue healthy mental health.
(208) 285-3570 View (208) 285-3570
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Madeline Quates
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83706  (Online Only)
I am also trained in eye movement reprocessing and desensitization ( EMDR).
Hi there! I'm Madeline. My goal as a therapist is to help you navigate through any past traumas or present stressors that may be impacting your mental health so that you can live a more fulfilling life, equipped to handle whatever comes your way. I believe in working together to find a personalized approach to therapy that suits your unique needs. You'll have the space and support to explore new ways of improving your mental health, including examining your personal values and identities, developing mindful coping techniques, and integrating positive core beliefs into your daily life.
I am also trained in eye movement reprocessing and desensitization ( EMDR).
Hi there! I'm Madeline. My goal as a therapist is to help you navigate through any past traumas or present stressors that may be impacting your mental health so that you can live a more fulfilling life, equipped to handle whatever comes your way. I believe in working together to find a personalized approach to therapy that suits your unique needs. You'll have the space and support to explore new ways of improving your mental health, including examining your personal values and identities, developing mindful coping techniques, and integrating positive core beliefs into your daily life.
(208) 398-0229 View (208) 398-0229
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Lori Lodge
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, EdSP, LCPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83702
I have specialties in EMDR, Emotion Focus Therapy, Life/Business Coaching, Hypnotherapy, and Adoption Counseling.
Life brings many joys and challenges. I will help you to recognize and overcome the challenges that prevent you from reaching your goals and living a meaningful and balanced life. I will partner with you to create plans that will help you to reach your life goals, and to help you feel confident and balanced. I have over twenty five years of educational and counseling experience working with individuals, families, and couples. Contact me today for a free phone consultation to determine if I can be of assistance in helping you to reach your goals.
I have specialties in EMDR, Emotion Focus Therapy, Life/Business Coaching, Hypnotherapy, and Adoption Counseling.
Life brings many joys and challenges. I will help you to recognize and overcome the challenges that prevent you from reaching your goals and living a meaningful and balanced life. I will partner with you to create plans that will help you to reach your life goals, and to help you feel confident and balanced. I have over twenty five years of educational and counseling experience working with individuals, families, and couples. Contact me today for a free phone consultation to determine if I can be of assistance in helping you to reach your goals.
(208) 901-0433 View (208) 901-0433
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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.