EMDR Therapists in Riverdale, GA

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Ellen Farrell
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Riverdale, GA 30296
My name is Ellen Farrell, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Athens, GA. I work statewide with clients via telehealth, and I love working with motivated adults who are interested in reducing stress and creating more balance. Working holistically, I use EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients reduce trauma triggers, raise awareness, and implement healthier goals to feel better.
My name is Ellen Farrell, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Athens, GA. I work statewide with clients via telehealth, and I love working with motivated adults who are interested in reducing stress and creating more balance. Working holistically, I use EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients reduce trauma triggers, raise awareness, and implement healthier goals to feel better.
(470) 516-1462 View (470) 516-1462
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Stephanie Henderson
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Riverdale, GA 30274  (Online Only)
My goal will be to help you create a better quality of life using evidence based and solution focused techniques like mindfulness, EMDR, CBT.
Hey! I'm an LPC. Let's talk about what brought you here. Things might be seeming rough right now. Maybe you are going through a lot of life changes at once. It might be accompanied with other challenges like emotional imbalance, grief and/or loss, pregnancy, birth or some other stuff that makes it hard to see the brighter days. Or maybe you experience a traumatic incident that's causing your world to feel unsafe, can't sleep and/or have a lot of anxiety. You're having problems in the workplace, with family or in a relationship? I'd like to work with you to help find skills to make things feel more manageable.
My goal will be to help you create a better quality of life using evidence based and solution focused techniques like mindfulness, EMDR, CBT.
Hey! I'm an LPC. Let's talk about what brought you here. Things might be seeming rough right now. Maybe you are going through a lot of life changes at once. It might be accompanied with other challenges like emotional imbalance, grief and/or loss, pregnancy, birth or some other stuff that makes it hard to see the brighter days. Or maybe you experience a traumatic incident that's causing your world to feel unsafe, can't sleep and/or have a lot of anxiety. You're having problems in the workplace, with family or in a relationship? I'd like to work with you to help find skills to make things feel more manageable.
(770) 270-3117 View (770) 270-3117
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Mary Brooks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverdale, GA 30274
Hi, I'm Imani, a licensed clinical social worker. My approach in therapy comes from a strengths-based and client-centered perspective, which means I believe in collaborating with you to identify your personal strengths and develop solutions that work best for your unique situation. My areas of focus in practice include substance abuse, anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, and relationship issues.
Hi, I'm Imani, a licensed clinical social worker. My approach in therapy comes from a strengths-based and client-centered perspective, which means I believe in collaborating with you to identify your personal strengths and develop solutions that work best for your unique situation. My areas of focus in practice include substance abuse, anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, and relationship issues.
(470) 748-4606 View (470) 748-4606
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Maisha Burnett
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CADC-II, MATS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverdale, GA 30296  (Online Only)
Many individuals experience different challenges throughout their lives whether it is abuse, trauma, substance abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, etc. If you are one of those individuals, then I would like to be the one to assist you in either returning back to or creating a new normal. I am passionate about working with Children, Adolescents, and Adults, and I ensure to create a safe, comfortable, and authentic environment for all individuals to express themselves in a positive and healthy manner. Allow me to assist you in walking into your new journey and no longer living in fear, doubt, and/or grief.
Many individuals experience different challenges throughout their lives whether it is abuse, trauma, substance abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, etc. If you are one of those individuals, then I would like to be the one to assist you in either returning back to or creating a new normal. I am passionate about working with Children, Adolescents, and Adults, and I ensure to create a safe, comfortable, and authentic environment for all individuals to express themselves in a positive and healthy manner. Allow me to assist you in walking into your new journey and no longer living in fear, doubt, and/or grief.
(470) 745-7254 View (470) 745-7254
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Chena Blanchard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MFT
Verified Verified
Riverdale, GA 30274  (Online Only)
I count it a privilege to work with individuals who desire to create opportunities for positive change in their lives. I believe this begins with determining personal values and realistic outcomes. I assist individuals in identifying small action steps that can be implemented to achieve results. Change is inevitable in life. Learning how to respond in healthy ways to life events and how to interact with others are key to establishing a well-balanced life.
I count it a privilege to work with individuals who desire to create opportunities for positive change in their lives. I believe this begins with determining personal values and realistic outcomes. I assist individuals in identifying small action steps that can be implemented to achieve results. Change is inevitable in life. Learning how to respond in healthy ways to life events and how to interact with others are key to establishing a well-balanced life.
(678) 726-1328 View (678) 726-1328
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The Healing Center for Change, LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CPCS, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Riverdale, GA 30296
We are only accepting self-pay adult clients aged 18 and older. Our rates are very affordable for outpatient treatment. Please email us here or call our office to make an appointment today at (678) 827-9977. We aim to prioritize our client's needs, and their challenges are our priority. We believe that no matter what anyone has experienced, your healing can come through mental, behavioral, and interpersonal change. This is why the Healing Center for Change strives to provide therapeutic counseling and quality educational program services that bring healing through change one step at a time. Our objective is to ensure you feel your best and stay that way. We provide counseling services to all consumers starting at 18 years old and older, regardless of race, gender, or religion. Our programs and services at a glance include individual counseling, trauma stabilization & therapy, career counseling & coaching, professional training, and community outreach. We do not provide substance abuse and drug detox treatment or any clinical services for severe patients who may need in-patient or PHP.
We are only accepting self-pay adult clients aged 18 and older. Our rates are very affordable for outpatient treatment. Please email us here or call our office to make an appointment today at (678) 827-9977. We aim to prioritize our client's needs, and their challenges are our priority. We believe that no matter what anyone has experienced, your healing can come through mental, behavioral, and interpersonal change. This is why the Healing Center for Change strives to provide therapeutic counseling and quality educational program services that bring healing through change one step at a time. Our objective is to ensure you feel your best and stay that way. We provide counseling services to all consumers starting at 18 years old and older, regardless of race, gender, or religion. Our programs and services at a glance include individual counseling, trauma stabilization & therapy, career counseling & coaching, professional training, and community outreach. We do not provide substance abuse and drug detox treatment or any clinical services for severe patients who may need in-patient or PHP.
(470) 536-1980 View (470) 536-1980

More Therapists Nearby

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Susan Spissman
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Forest Park, GA 30297
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), motivational interviewing, breath work, mindfulness, and neuroscience techniques.
Hi, I'm Susan – Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Neuropsychotherapist. I equip driven women to achieve more without burning out. They struggle with work/life balance, high levels of stress, perfectionism, self-doubt, and performance mentality. They feel the pressure of running a home, managing schedules, and having a social life. Personal experience with anxiety and depression drives me to do my best to give women the tools I did not have in my struggles. Clients often tell me that they feel more peaceful when talking with me. I honor all my clients and support them without judgment, using evidence-based modalities.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), motivational interviewing, breath work, mindfulness, and neuroscience techniques.
Hi, I'm Susan – Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Neuropsychotherapist. I equip driven women to achieve more without burning out. They struggle with work/life balance, high levels of stress, perfectionism, self-doubt, and performance mentality. They feel the pressure of running a home, managing schedules, and having a social life. Personal experience with anxiety and depression drives me to do my best to give women the tools I did not have in my struggles. Clients often tell me that they feel more peaceful when talking with me. I honor all my clients and support them without judgment, using evidence-based modalities.
(470) 748-2490 View (470) 748-2490
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Nancy Bankston
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT
Verified Verified
Morrow, GA 30260
Please note Nancy only provides EMDR in the office, NOT via telehealth.
Nancy works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Nancy believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address their spiritual, physical and emotional well-being leading to a life well lived.
Please note Nancy only provides EMDR in the office, NOT via telehealth.
Nancy works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Nancy believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address their spiritual, physical and emotional well-being leading to a life well lived.
(770) 407-5904 View (770) 407-5904
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Jasmin Seapoe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, GA 30214  (Online Only)
Additionally, I am trained in EMDR treatment, which allows clients to heal from trauma through bilateral stimulation.
It is my pleasure to help clients in their healing journeys. I have an Associate License in counseling years of experience treating couples and families affected by various Mental Health Diagnoses. My mission is to motivate and inspire clients to eradicate fear and live in freedom.
Additionally, I am trained in EMDR treatment, which allows clients to heal from trauma through bilateral stimulation.
It is my pleasure to help clients in their healing journeys. I have an Associate License in counseling years of experience treating couples and families affected by various Mental Health Diagnoses. My mission is to motivate and inspire clients to eradicate fear and live in freedom.
(404) 445-1334 View (404) 445-1334
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Life Matters Empowerment & Outreach
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EdM, MA
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30349  (Online Only)
Additionally, I utilize EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) & Vibrational Sound Therapy.
Therapy with me is unique because I highly value authenticity and will always encourage you to be your whole self in a non judgmental, warm, and safe space. I utilize a natural conversational approach in my work which allows us to connect in the therapeutic space. I enjoy being along for the ride of life and serving as an unconditional source of positivity and acceptance for those I support, no matter what. I believe that wholeness can be achieved through wellness.
Additionally, I utilize EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) & Vibrational Sound Therapy.
Therapy with me is unique because I highly value authenticity and will always encourage you to be your whole self in a non judgmental, warm, and safe space. I utilize a natural conversational approach in my work which allows us to connect in the therapeutic space. I enjoy being along for the ride of life and serving as an unconditional source of positivity and acceptance for those I support, no matter what. I believe that wholeness can be achieved through wellness.
(678) 820-6406 View (678) 820-6406
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Julie Evans
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, GA 30215
My training includes completing supervision to be certified in EMDR, that aids individuals in reprocessing traumatic experiences.
Hello there, my hope is that I can help you reach the quality of life you are seeking. My expertise is in individual and family counseling, with a specialization in child and adolescent psychology. I work with individuals, families, adolescents, and adults, addressing attachment trauma that can span a lifetime. Childhood wounds often manifest in present relationships, and I focus on helping foster individuals find emotional balance as these injuries can lead to depression, anxiety, and personality disorders.
My training includes completing supervision to be certified in EMDR, that aids individuals in reprocessing traumatic experiences.
Hello there, my hope is that I can help you reach the quality of life you are seeking. My expertise is in individual and family counseling, with a specialization in child and adolescent psychology. I work with individuals, families, adolescents, and adults, addressing attachment trauma that can span a lifetime. Childhood wounds often manifest in present relationships, and I focus on helping foster individuals find emotional balance as these injuries can lead to depression, anxiety, and personality disorders.
(678) 736-7522 View (678) 736-7522
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Sherri Christopher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, GA 30214
Waitlist for new clients
She has a manifold approach, using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, EMDR, Theraplay-based, and Safe and Sound Protocol.
Sherri Christopher is a licensed therapist who received a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Richmont Graduate University. She has been working with children, adolescents, families, and adults dealing with traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and anger control for the past 10 years.
She has a manifold approach, using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, EMDR, Theraplay-based, and Safe and Sound Protocol.
Sherri Christopher is a licensed therapist who received a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Richmont Graduate University. She has been working with children, adolescents, families, and adults dealing with traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and anger control for the past 10 years.
(678) 883-7261 View (678) 883-7261
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The Pursuit Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fayetteville, GA 30214
At The Pursuit Counseling, we specialize in EMDR therapy to help clients process trauma and reduce anxiety.
An ideal client for The Pursuit Counseling is a high-achieving professional or business leader who is navigating life transitions or feeling the pressure of unmet expectations. They may struggle with stress, anxiety, or trauma, impacting their personal and professional relationships. They seek support to improve their mental health, find balance, and address deep-rooted issues like ADHD, addiction, or grief. Their goal is to build resilience, gain clarity, and reconnect with their sense of purpose. They want therapy to help them grow, achieve lasting change, and lead with confidence in all aspects of their life.
At The Pursuit Counseling, we specialize in EMDR therapy to help clients process trauma and reduce anxiety.
An ideal client for The Pursuit Counseling is a high-achieving professional or business leader who is navigating life transitions or feeling the pressure of unmet expectations. They may struggle with stress, anxiety, or trauma, impacting their personal and professional relationships. They seek support to improve their mental health, find balance, and address deep-rooted issues like ADHD, addiction, or grief. Their goal is to build resilience, gain clarity, and reconnect with their sense of purpose. They want therapy to help them grow, achieve lasting change, and lead with confidence in all aspects of their life.
(678) 904-8663 View (678) 904-8663
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Meghan Coyle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fayetteville, GA 30214  (Online Only)
Bringing creativity and a calm, positive energy, I integrate an eclectic blend of techniques from expressive arts, yoga, somatic and mindfulness based techniques, EMDR and CBT in my sessions with clients.
Are you tired of being told you’re too sensitive? Has beloved time spent alone in order to recharge from social encounters turned into isolation and a sense of disconnection? Do you long to feel reconnected with others, immersed in the world, fully engaged in life and living your purpose? Through a highly skilled integration of therapeutic techniques and the creative process, I assist high-achieving teens and adults get unstuck and gain access to a full-out, vibrant expression of their lives. If you’re ready to dive deep into your story, ask hard questions, and re-shape the narrative, then I’m here to help you reclaim your life.
Bringing creativity and a calm, positive energy, I integrate an eclectic blend of techniques from expressive arts, yoga, somatic and mindfulness based techniques, EMDR and CBT in my sessions with clients.
Are you tired of being told you’re too sensitive? Has beloved time spent alone in order to recharge from social encounters turned into isolation and a sense of disconnection? Do you long to feel reconnected with others, immersed in the world, fully engaged in life and living your purpose? Through a highly skilled integration of therapeutic techniques and the creative process, I assist high-achieving teens and adults get unstuck and gain access to a full-out, vibrant expression of their lives. If you’re ready to dive deep into your story, ask hard questions, and re-shape the narrative, then I’m here to help you reclaim your life.
(706) 550-6268 View (706) 550-6268
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Lauren Dunn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30307
I have been trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) through Behavior Tech and am also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR).
“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning.” – Albert Einstein Do you desire to want to see improvement in your life? Have you been thinking about talking to someone? I have worked in the helping field for almost 15 years in a variety of capacities and have had the privilege of walking with people at some of the most difficult places in their lives. I am a Fort Worth native and received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology at TCU. I am passionate about helping you gain awareness, insight, and tools so you can see and make changes you desire in order to enjoy life.
I have been trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) through Behavior Tech and am also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR).
“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning.” – Albert Einstein Do you desire to want to see improvement in your life? Have you been thinking about talking to someone? I have worked in the helping field for almost 15 years in a variety of capacities and have had the privilege of walking with people at some of the most difficult places in their lives. I am a Fort Worth native and received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology at TCU. I am passionate about helping you gain awareness, insight, and tools so you can see and make changes you desire in order to enjoy life.
(817) 752-7034 View (817) 752-7034
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Tena Burnett
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30349  (Online Only)
I specialize in mood disorders, anxiety, and I primarily use Eye Movement Densensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) therapy as main modality but also use others are based on research and evidence. If you would like more information on EMDR, please open this video vhKrfH43srg8 I am fully trained in EMDR and currently working on receiving full certification. Using EMDR is a great way to help clear out beliefs that get in the way. EMDR can be used for almost anything. I work with clients to identify goals, so you're able to set your agenda and vision for yourself.
I specialize in mood disorders, anxiety, and I primarily use Eye Movement Densensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) therapy as main modality but also use others are based on research and evidence. If you would like more information on EMDR, please open this video vhKrfH43srg8 I am fully trained in EMDR and currently working on receiving full certification. Using EMDR is a great way to help clear out beliefs that get in the way. EMDR can be used for almost anything. I work with clients to identify goals, so you're able to set your agenda and vision for yourself.
(470) 616-4437 View (470) 616-4437
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Tiffany Cook-King
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSSA
Verified Verified
College Park, GA 30337
I use evidence-based approaches like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) to help you manage emotions, reduce anxiety, and process trauma.
Navigating life sometimes feels like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces—especially when you’re living with ADHD, autism, or exploring your LGBTQ+ identity. As someone with autism and from an LGBTQ+ background myself, I bring both personal insight and professional training to my practice, helping you embrace your unique strengths and work through life’s challenges in a way that honors who you are.
I use evidence-based approaches like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) to help you manage emotions, reduce anxiety, and process trauma.
Navigating life sometimes feels like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces—especially when you’re living with ADHD, autism, or exploring your LGBTQ+ identity. As someone with autism and from an LGBTQ+ background myself, I bring both personal insight and professional training to my practice, helping you embrace your unique strengths and work through life’s challenges in a way that honors who you are.
(470) 260-7119 View (470) 260-7119
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Brave Health
MD, MSW, LCSW, FNP-C, LMHC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30349  (Online Only)
We offer a range of services including medication management, individual and group therapy, family counseling, DBT, EMDR, and pregnancy and postpartum care.
We are a virtual mental health provider dedicated to helping people thrive through high-quality, affordable, and easily accessible mental health care. At Brave Health, your well-being is our priority. Our comprehensive mental health treatment and programs are easy-to-access, affordable and clinically effective. Whether you’re managing conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe depression, or dealing with challenges such as anxiety, grief, addiction, anger, or life transitions, we’ll work closely with you to create a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and goals.
We offer a range of services including medication management, individual and group therapy, family counseling, DBT, EMDR, and pregnancy and postpartum care.
We are a virtual mental health provider dedicated to helping people thrive through high-quality, affordable, and easily accessible mental health care. At Brave Health, your well-being is our priority. Our comprehensive mental health treatment and programs are easy-to-access, affordable and clinically effective. Whether you’re managing conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe depression, or dealing with challenges such as anxiety, grief, addiction, anger, or life transitions, we’ll work closely with you to create a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and goals.
(770) 230-1626 View (770) 230-1626
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Doute Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fayetteville, GA 30214
I utilize techniques such as EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients overcome difficult memories in order that they may continue with their life.
I am a individual & couples counselor. I regard the entire family as the unit of treatment, and emphasize communication between individuals as a priority. I treat mental and emotional disorders from a systems perspective with optimal results as my goal. In regards to addiction... Addiction is no ones choice, but a symptom of greater issues. As a certified Substance Abuse Professional, my clients are faced with a realistic method to prevent relapse.
I utilize techniques such as EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients overcome difficult memories in order that they may continue with their life.
I am a individual & couples counselor. I regard the entire family as the unit of treatment, and emphasize communication between individuals as a priority. I treat mental and emotional disorders from a systems perspective with optimal results as my goal. In regards to addiction... Addiction is no ones choice, but a symptom of greater issues. As a certified Substance Abuse Professional, my clients are faced with a realistic method to prevent relapse.
(678) 619-5174 View (678) 619-5174
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Rachel Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30349
I bring a unique perspective and a deep passion for helping people process, cope with, and recover from trauma and attachment disorders. I use evidence-based practices in individual, group, and family sessions, with a trauma-informed approach that includes client-centered CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, MI, DBT, and mindfulness. My specialties include trauma, PTSD, bereavement, parental issues, anxiety, and depression. I provide empathic and holistic care, believing that an empowering and collaborative process is essential for healing and change.
I bring a unique perspective and a deep passion for helping people process, cope with, and recover from trauma and attachment disorders. I use evidence-based practices in individual, group, and family sessions, with a trauma-informed approach that includes client-centered CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, MI, DBT, and mindfulness. My specialties include trauma, PTSD, bereavement, parental issues, anxiety, and depression. I provide empathic and holistic care, believing that an empowering and collaborative process is essential for healing and change.
(706) 808-4335 View (706) 808-4335
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.