EMDR Therapists in Allen Park, MI

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Kevin William Rose
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Allen Park, MI 48101
Accepting new clients. Are you tired of feeling unmotivated, hopeless and without any energy. Are you tired of feeling anxious, tense, edgy and worried all the time. Do you want to feel better about yourself and improve your relationships. In your sessions, you will get the support and encouragement along with practical strategies to help you get on the road to recovery. I am also now offering EMDR services which is an evidenced based treatment for people who have experienced trauma. This has produced amazing results. Call now and be seen within 7 days.
Accepting new clients. Are you tired of feeling unmotivated, hopeless and without any energy. Are you tired of feeling anxious, tense, edgy and worried all the time. Do you want to feel better about yourself and improve your relationships. In your sessions, you will get the support and encouragement along with practical strategies to help you get on the road to recovery. I am also now offering EMDR services which is an evidenced based treatment for people who have experienced trauma. This has produced amazing results. Call now and be seen within 7 days.
(248) 654-8245 View (248) 654-8245
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Purple Change Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Allen Park, MI 48101
Waitlist for new clients
Purple Change Wellness is a small private practice located in the heart of Downriver Michigan. If you are not familiar with Downriver, it is a collections of cities just south west of Detroit. Our founder, Angelah Cramer is no stranger to the mental health system. After years of substandard therapy, she knew there was a better way. Having experienced early childhood trauma and chronic trauma, she has vowed to create change. From Purple Change Wellness to the developing non-profit Purple Change Wellness Institute of Trauma Recovery and Well-Being, she strives to provide high quality, evidence based treatments that promote healing.
Purple Change Wellness is a small private practice located in the heart of Downriver Michigan. If you are not familiar with Downriver, it is a collections of cities just south west of Detroit. Our founder, Angelah Cramer is no stranger to the mental health system. After years of substandard therapy, she knew there was a better way. Having experienced early childhood trauma and chronic trauma, she has vowed to create change. From Purple Change Wellness to the developing non-profit Purple Change Wellness Institute of Trauma Recovery and Well-Being, she strives to provide high quality, evidence based treatments that promote healing.
(313) 914-4085 View (313) 914-4085
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Angelah Cramer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen Park, MI 48101
Not accepting new clients
Cognitive based therapy approaches are great for those with a more logical mindset and EMDR works great with creatives.
I enjoy collaborating with working professionals, business owners, university students, stay-at-home parents, and dedicated retirees. Working together with you for your behavioral health inspires me to do my best work. I love listening to your accomplishments, your goals, your plans, as well as, your difficult stuff.
Cognitive based therapy approaches are great for those with a more logical mindset and EMDR works great with creatives.
I enjoy collaborating with working professionals, business owners, university students, stay-at-home parents, and dedicated retirees. Working together with you for your behavioral health inspires me to do my best work. I love listening to your accomplishments, your goals, your plans, as well as, your difficult stuff.
(313) 914-4085 View (313) 914-4085
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Emily Engler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Allen Park, MI 48101
Not accepting new clients
Finding a therapist that is the right fit for you can be daunting. I provide a non-judgmental space for you to be who you are and safely process your hardships. Life can be messy, embarrassing, hurtful and lonely. I'm here to work through it with you. I encourage all of the people I work with to understand that if nothing changes, nothing changes.
Finding a therapist that is the right fit for you can be daunting. I provide a non-judgmental space for you to be who you are and safely process your hardships. Life can be messy, embarrassing, hurtful and lonely. I'm here to work through it with you. I encourage all of the people I work with to understand that if nothing changes, nothing changes.
(734) 396-4537 View (734) 396-4537
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Suzy Peper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Allen Park, MI 48101
Not accepting new clients
Mending hearts. Building hope. This is my focus when working with individuals. Life has so many unexpected twists and turns that we are often left feeling unsteady, uncertain and lost. To get back on track, I will walk along side you on your journey and provide a listening ear, support, encouragement and strategies to help you establish your new solid footing. Whether it's dealing with depression or anxiety, grief or loss, divorce or an empty nest, or career transitions, help is available so you don't have to walk alone.
Mending hearts. Building hope. This is my focus when working with individuals. Life has so many unexpected twists and turns that we are often left feeling unsteady, uncertain and lost. To get back on track, I will walk along side you on your journey and provide a listening ear, support, encouragement and strategies to help you establish your new solid footing. Whether it's dealing with depression or anxiety, grief or loss, divorce or an empty nest, or career transitions, help is available so you don't have to walk alone.
(313) 483-7932 View (313) 483-7932

More Therapists Nearby

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Rachel Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Trenton, MI 48183
Waitlist for new clients
Listed here are a few specific therapy frameworks I utilize: EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), CBT, DBT, EFIT.
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, validation, and a deep understanding of the ways in which trauma can impact every aspect of a person’s life. I am passionate about helping individuals heal and thrive after experiencing trauma, particularly related to intimate partner violence, sexual assault, stalking, relationship issues, childhood sexual abuse, family issues, and work-related trauma associated with first responder job duties. I work with my clients to process through experiences, identify strengths, and develop strategies for coping and healing.
Listed here are a few specific therapy frameworks I utilize: EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), CBT, DBT, EFIT.
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, validation, and a deep understanding of the ways in which trauma can impact every aspect of a person’s life. I am passionate about helping individuals heal and thrive after experiencing trauma, particularly related to intimate partner violence, sexual assault, stalking, relationship issues, childhood sexual abuse, family issues, and work-related trauma associated with first responder job duties. I work with my clients to process through experiences, identify strengths, and develop strategies for coping and healing.
(734) 849-4405 View (734) 849-4405
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Joyful Raine Therapy and Holistic Care
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48233  (Online Only)
Providing a unique experience that draws from a blend of modalities including EMDR, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness and more.
Healing is a sacred process and to be part of that is a great honor. With gratitude, I offer therapy for adults of all ages from the comfort of your own home. With intention, I provide a welcoming approach that honors diversity while incorporating traditional and holistic modalities of treatment. Many of us feel lost, out of place during this Earth Experience. Some describe themselves as empaths, sensitives ... together we will explore practices that honor your mind, body and belief system while identifying areas to grow and expand your strengths.
Providing a unique experience that draws from a blend of modalities including EMDR, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness and more.
Healing is a sacred process and to be part of that is a great honor. With gratitude, I offer therapy for adults of all ages from the comfort of your own home. With intention, I provide a welcoming approach that honors diversity while incorporating traditional and holistic modalities of treatment. Many of us feel lost, out of place during this Earth Experience. Some describe themselves as empaths, sensitives ... together we will explore practices that honor your mind, body and belief system while identifying areas to grow and expand your strengths.
(810) 206-0215 View (810) 206-0215
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Hannah Elizabeth Bonenfant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, MI 48135  (Online Only)
Because of this, I utilize an eclectic assortment of modalities depending on your needs, including EMDR, CBT, humanistic, mindfulness, solution-focused, and person-centered.
You've come here because you have reached the end of your rope and don't know how to do this on your own anymore. Maybe you're struggling with daily functioning, like time management or focusing. Maybe it's depression or anxiety that's making you feel hopeless and keeping you from doing the things you need or want to do. Or perhaps you're struggling with unresolved trauma that you find is continuously popping up and negatively affecting your life when you just want to move on. I want to congratulate you for taking the first step of reaching out for help, as it is never easy to admit you're struggling.
Because of this, I utilize an eclectic assortment of modalities depending on your needs, including EMDR, CBT, humanistic, mindfulness, solution-focused, and person-centered.
You've come here because you have reached the end of your rope and don't know how to do this on your own anymore. Maybe you're struggling with daily functioning, like time management or focusing. Maybe it's depression or anxiety that's making you feel hopeless and keeping you from doing the things you need or want to do. Or perhaps you're struggling with unresolved trauma that you find is continuously popping up and negatively affecting your life when you just want to move on. I want to congratulate you for taking the first step of reaching out for help, as it is never easy to admit you're struggling.
(734) 808-3106 View (734) 808-3106
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Heather Collins-Giles
Counselor, MA, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Trenton, MI 48183
I am a Emdria approved EMDR Therapist.
Has a change in your life thrown you for a loop? Do you suddenly feel as if you don’t know yourself or aren’t sure where to go next? Perhaps you expected to be happy about the change, but instead it’s left you scared and disappointed. I’ve worked with people dealing with breakups, grief, or adjusting to postpartum life. These and other big transitions can become overwhelming, especially without the right support to work through the experience. The good news is that you can feel like yourself again, if not better than before. You can begin a new journey to discover what you really want and create a plan to get there.
I am a Emdria approved EMDR Therapist.
Has a change in your life thrown you for a loop? Do you suddenly feel as if you don’t know yourself or aren’t sure where to go next? Perhaps you expected to be happy about the change, but instead it’s left you scared and disappointed. I’ve worked with people dealing with breakups, grief, or adjusting to postpartum life. These and other big transitions can become overwhelming, especially without the right support to work through the experience. The good news is that you can feel like yourself again, if not better than before. You can begin a new journey to discover what you really want and create a plan to get there.
(313) 351-9916 View (313) 351-9916
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Daleeda Makki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CAADC, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southgate, MI 48195  (Online Only)
I offer different types of therapies like CBT (Cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (Dialectical behavior therapy), and EMDR (eye movement desensitization & reprocessing).
Do you feel powerless over your thoughts & feelings but do not know where to begin to identify the reasons you feel this way? It can feel like you have been dealing with the same issues over & over with no solution. You may have even tried different coping skills but nothing seems to get to that root cause, which I believe must be addressed. As a psychotherapist who specializes in Addiction, Trauma and PTSD I understand that we avoid many memories from the past due to pain, fear, sadness, etc. However, these memories we avoid are the reason we are feeling stuck right now.
I offer different types of therapies like CBT (Cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (Dialectical behavior therapy), and EMDR (eye movement desensitization & reprocessing).
Do you feel powerless over your thoughts & feelings but do not know where to begin to identify the reasons you feel this way? It can feel like you have been dealing with the same issues over & over with no solution. You may have even tried different coping skills but nothing seems to get to that root cause, which I believe must be addressed. As a psychotherapist who specializes in Addiction, Trauma and PTSD I understand that we avoid many memories from the past due to pain, fear, sadness, etc. However, these memories we avoid are the reason we are feeling stuck right now.
(313) 546-1209 View (313) 546-1209
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DaShawn Wallace Counseling and Associates, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48185
As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Nationally Board-Certified Counselor (NBCC), through Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), and other techniques, Every aspect of treatment includes prioritizing safety, trustworthiness, transparency, collaboration, and cultural sensitivity.
I am dedicated to therapeutic support for adolescents, college students, individuals, couples, families, and groups. With a focus on issues related to trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, anger management, and significant life changes, I challenge clients to explore their emotions, examine past and current issues, and identify goals. By fostering social, emotional, and behavioral competencies, I equip clients with new skills to regulate their emotions and create resilience in a safe, nurturing environment where clients feel a sense of belonging and acceptance.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Nationally Board-Certified Counselor (NBCC), through Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), and other techniques, Every aspect of treatment includes prioritizing safety, trustworthiness, transparency, collaboration, and cultural sensitivity.
I am dedicated to therapeutic support for adolescents, college students, individuals, couples, families, and groups. With a focus on issues related to trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, anger management, and significant life changes, I challenge clients to explore their emotions, examine past and current issues, and identify goals. By fostering social, emotional, and behavioral competencies, I equip clients with new skills to regulate their emotions and create resilience in a safe, nurturing environment where clients feel a sense of belonging and acceptance.
(248) 916-0079 View (248) 916-0079
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Ke Liu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Taylor, MI 48180
I integrate mindfulness into contemporary trauma treatment frameworks like IFS, EMDR, and polyvagal to help clients with "unfinished business" in the past, developmental trauma or chronic PTSD.
Talk therapy serves a valuable purpose by aiding your brain in processing challenging emotions during specific moments in your life and enabling introspection regarding associated thoughts. However, what if you find yourself trapped in the depressive, anxious, angry, or shameful mental state for so long that you have nothing new to explore? What if, despite recounting your traumatic experiences numerous times, your low energy, sadness, avoidance, anger, or impulsivity still persists? And what if the somatic reactions triggered by certain events are so intense and rapid that you are unable to employ sound judgment?
I integrate mindfulness into contemporary trauma treatment frameworks like IFS, EMDR, and polyvagal to help clients with "unfinished business" in the past, developmental trauma or chronic PTSD.
Talk therapy serves a valuable purpose by aiding your brain in processing challenging emotions during specific moments in your life and enabling introspection regarding associated thoughts. However, what if you find yourself trapped in the depressive, anxious, angry, or shameful mental state for so long that you have nothing new to explore? What if, despite recounting your traumatic experiences numerous times, your low energy, sadness, avoidance, anger, or impulsivity still persists? And what if the somatic reactions triggered by certain events are so intense and rapid that you are unable to employ sound judgment?
(734) 336-7265 View (734) 336-7265
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Sarah Rollins | Somatic Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, SEP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48226  (Online Only)
I integrate my experience at Michigan Medicine and training in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and an attachment lens.
You're exhausted from trying to hold it together. No matter how hard you try, you constantly feel stuck. Your body won't let go of trauma and stress. You feel like you are always on alert. It feels like there's always a threat. You feel as though something you wrong with you. You worry that you are broken. It seems like you have lost your way, but you know there is more to you than your past. You are ready to heal and no longer want to be stuck in the past. You're not ready to give up. You know this is the time for change but you aren't sure where to turn or what to do. You are ready to release the trauma trapped inside.
I integrate my experience at Michigan Medicine and training in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and an attachment lens.
You're exhausted from trying to hold it together. No matter how hard you try, you constantly feel stuck. Your body won't let go of trauma and stress. You feel like you are always on alert. It feels like there's always a threat. You feel as though something you wrong with you. You worry that you are broken. It seems like you have lost your way, but you know there is more to you than your past. You are ready to heal and no longer want to be stuck in the past. You're not ready to give up. You know this is the time for change but you aren't sure where to turn or what to do. You are ready to release the trauma trapped inside.
(947) 282-5034 View (947) 282-5034
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Jeffrey L Caldwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, DMin, MA, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodhaven, MI 48183  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and trained in EMDR.
I believe in a holistic approach to therapy that focuses on four essential areas of well-being: Biological, Relational, Emotional, and Spiritual. I believe therapy must address all four to affect positive change and growth. Together you and I will assess each of these critical areas of life and develop a treatment plan tailored specifically for you.
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and trained in EMDR.
I believe in a holistic approach to therapy that focuses on four essential areas of well-being: Biological, Relational, Emotional, and Spiritual. I believe therapy must address all four to affect positive change and growth. Together you and I will assess each of these critical areas of life and develop a treatment plan tailored specifically for you.
(734) 399-4008 View (734) 399-4008
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Ruqaiyah Rogers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Taylor, MI 48180
Many times, I will use brain, body and trauma-based therapies such as Brainspotting, EMDR as well as more talk-based therapy approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
My name is Ruqaiyah Rogers and I'm a licensed clinical social worker, LMSW-C, based in Michigan. I provide individual counseling/therapy services statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in coaching strategies for better managing ADHD and executive functioning symptoms, anxiety, borderline personality, mother-daughter/parent-adult child attachment, and codependency using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Brainspotting, to help my clients get clearer about who they are and start making positive and necessary changes to create the type of life they want and deserve to live.
Many times, I will use brain, body and trauma-based therapies such as Brainspotting, EMDR as well as more talk-based therapy approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
My name is Ruqaiyah Rogers and I'm a licensed clinical social worker, LMSW-C, based in Michigan. I provide individual counseling/therapy services statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in coaching strategies for better managing ADHD and executive functioning symptoms, anxiety, borderline personality, mother-daughter/parent-adult child attachment, and codependency using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Brainspotting, to help my clients get clearer about who they are and start making positive and necessary changes to create the type of life they want and deserve to live.
(734) 212-8965 View (734) 212-8965
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Yasmeen Hamdoun
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
I am EMDR trained and use EMDR theory to get the core of your mental health symptoms instead of a band-aid approach with short term results.
Do you experience negative thoughts about yourself, frequent worries about the future, or maybe even become so numb that you feel nothing at all? I believe that everyone has some sort of trauma from their past that continues to affect their well-being and relationships with others. I will be curious about what you are showing up to therapy with; because I believe that our symptoms tell a story. They tell us what helped us to survive in a sometimes harsh and unjust world, but maybe no longer serve us. In order words, the things we do that once protected us, are usually the same things that hold us back today.
I am EMDR trained and use EMDR theory to get the core of your mental health symptoms instead of a band-aid approach with short term results.
Do you experience negative thoughts about yourself, frequent worries about the future, or maybe even become so numb that you feel nothing at all? I believe that everyone has some sort of trauma from their past that continues to affect their well-being and relationships with others. I will be curious about what you are showing up to therapy with; because I believe that our symptoms tell a story. They tell us what helped us to survive in a sometimes harsh and unjust world, but maybe no longer serve us. In order words, the things we do that once protected us, are usually the same things that hold us back today.
(313) 484-2847 View (313) 484-2847
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Michelle Edwards
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS , LLP
Verified Verified
Wyandotte, MI 48192  (Online Only)
I am state certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy and am trained in EMDR.
My approach is to provide an accepting, compassionate, warm, and empathic environment where we work together to discover and make better, the parts of us and our environment that interfere with daily life. It's my belief that we are all capable of positive change with the focus on the person as a whole. Our growth touches and impacts not only ourselves, but the relationships we are a part of and the environment we live in. I specialize in EMDR and I provide virtual therapy only.
I am state certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy and am trained in EMDR.
My approach is to provide an accepting, compassionate, warm, and empathic environment where we work together to discover and make better, the parts of us and our environment that interfere with daily life. It's my belief that we are all capable of positive change with the focus on the person as a whole. Our growth touches and impacts not only ourselves, but the relationships we are a part of and the environment we live in. I specialize in EMDR and I provide virtual therapy only.
(734) 390-4587 View (734) 390-4587
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Crystal M Davis
Counselor, LLC
Verified Verified
Southgate, MI 48195
My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from various modalities, including eye movement de-sensitization and reprocessing ( EMDR), cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), skill building, and various solution-focused techniques.
I strive to create a safe growth-oriented space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions, working to uncover behavior patterns and gain insights into past experiences. I encourage clients to draw from their own strengths and resilience. Working collaboratively with my clients, I aim to foster new perspectives, increase self-awareness, and equip my clients with tools to create lasting change in their lives. I work with individuals and couples grappling with various obstacles, including depression, trauma, anxiety, adjustment issues, chronic illnesses, and low esteem. I am trauma focused and EMDR trained.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from various modalities, including eye movement de-sensitization and reprocessing ( EMDR), cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), skill building, and various solution-focused techniques.
I strive to create a safe growth-oriented space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions, working to uncover behavior patterns and gain insights into past experiences. I encourage clients to draw from their own strengths and resilience. Working collaboratively with my clients, I aim to foster new perspectives, increase self-awareness, and equip my clients with tools to create lasting change in their lives. I work with individuals and couples grappling with various obstacles, including depression, trauma, anxiety, adjustment issues, chronic illnesses, and low esteem. I am trauma focused and EMDR trained.
(734) 849-3457 View (734) 849-3457
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Path Ahead Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48201
Waitlist for new clients
I use modalities including: EMDR, motivational interviewing and CBT.
My passion is supporting people to overcome the anxiousness that keeps them stuck. My style is very relational, which means I believe our connection in therapy is what matters most. Therapy can be uncomfortable and push us to be vulnerable, so it is important to build trust before we dig deeper. The value of our work together is you get CLARITY about who you are, what you want, and how to get there. Often times our traumas or anxieties keep us stuck living in patterns we don't know how to shake. Let's sort it out together and get you on a path that lets you enjoy life.
I use modalities including: EMDR, motivational interviewing and CBT.
My passion is supporting people to overcome the anxiousness that keeps them stuck. My style is very relational, which means I believe our connection in therapy is what matters most. Therapy can be uncomfortable and push us to be vulnerable, so it is important to build trust before we dig deeper. The value of our work together is you get CLARITY about who you are, what you want, and how to get there. Often times our traumas or anxieties keep us stuck living in patterns we don't know how to shake. Let's sort it out together and get you on a path that lets you enjoy life.
(858) 434-7737 View (858) 434-7737
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Erick Pena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48227  (Online Only)
I specialize in helping people manage negative mental health symptoms with the help of CBT and EMDR therapy.
I have dealt with depression and anxiety for about 20 years, and it wasn't until I finally got the help I needed through CBT and EMDR that everything started to make sense, and my mental health began to take a turn for the best. I believe that in the same way, these therapies helped me deal with the negative symptoms that plagued my life for so long, they can also help you. I want to help you understand why you feel the way you feel so that you can address it and begin living your best life.
I specialize in helping people manage negative mental health symptoms with the help of CBT and EMDR therapy.
I have dealt with depression and anxiety for about 20 years, and it wasn't until I finally got the help I needed through CBT and EMDR that everything started to make sense, and my mental health began to take a turn for the best. I believe that in the same way, these therapies helped me deal with the negative symptoms that plagued my life for so long, they can also help you. I want to help you understand why you feel the way you feel so that you can address it and begin living your best life.
(269) 241-9307 View (269) 241-9307
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.