Brainspotting Therapists in Omaha, NE
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Jina Wright
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, MS, LIMHP, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68137
I’m trained in Brainspotting, which is an effective treatment for many issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and phobias.
I specialize in working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depression, low self-esteem or have trouble setting boundaries. I enjoy working with those who have a history of trauma, as I have a great deal of experience and training in this area.
I’m trained in Brainspotting, which is an effective treatment for many issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and phobias.
I specialize in working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depression, low self-esteem or have trouble setting boundaries. I enjoy working with those who have a history of trauma, as I have a great deal of experience and training in this area.
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I am trained in Brainspotting and I am certified in Trauma Focused - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Do you ever think, "I can't take this anymore!"? Are you struggling with making decisions, sleeping, short temper, or avoidance of people or things? Have you experienced traumatic events that have changed the way that you interact with your everyday life? So often we go through life not realizing that our experiences change the way we perceive things. I can assist you in finding what isn't working in your life and in finding YOUR authentic life and purpose.
I am trained in Brainspotting and I am certified in Trauma Focused - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Do you ever think, "I can't take this anymore!"? Are you struggling with making decisions, sleeping, short temper, or avoidance of people or things? Have you experienced traumatic events that have changed the way that you interact with your everyday life? So often we go through life not realizing that our experiences change the way we perceive things. I can assist you in finding what isn't working in your life and in finding YOUR authentic life and purpose.
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I am committed to helping people learn how to build healthier relationships with themselves, their loved ones, and the world. Our work together will target past experiences, present life challenges, and steps towards your future life. I believe in giving the body its due and supporting you in gently bringing your mind and body back together. I believe that sometimes, we need to feel our way through difficult situations and emotions, rather than just thinking our way through hard times. I use an eclectic approach, including Brainspotting, EMDR, and Somatic Experiencing. I additionally offer sound healing.
I am committed to helping people learn how to build healthier relationships with themselves, their loved ones, and the world. Our work together will target past experiences, present life challenges, and steps towards your future life. I believe in giving the body its due and supporting you in gently bringing your mind and body back together. I believe that sometimes, we need to feel our way through difficult situations and emotions, rather than just thinking our way through hard times. I use an eclectic approach, including Brainspotting, EMDR, and Somatic Experiencing. I additionally offer sound healing.
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I am trained in EMDR and Brainspotting which utilizes a brain/body approach to processing trauma.
I love dogs, have tattoos, and cuss a little. I like to think I have a good sense of humor and incorporate that when appropriate. That's me in a nutshell! We know one of the biggest factors to therapeutic success is having good rapport between client and clinician. Therapy is not 'one size fits all' and it can be frustrating and overwhelming to find that right fit. When you're asked to face some of your hardest truths, it is paramount to build a therapeutic relationship you feel comfortable with.
I am trained in EMDR and Brainspotting which utilizes a brain/body approach to processing trauma.
I love dogs, have tattoos, and cuss a little. I like to think I have a good sense of humor and incorporate that when appropriate. That's me in a nutshell! We know one of the biggest factors to therapeutic success is having good rapport between client and clinician. Therapy is not 'one size fits all' and it can be frustrating and overwhelming to find that right fit. When you're asked to face some of your hardest truths, it is paramount to build a therapeutic relationship you feel comfortable with.
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I am phase 2 trained in brainspotting, a method I often utilize.
Everyone has a story unique to one's own experience - sometimes those stories involve trauma, heartache, hurt, anxiety, and uncertainty, which can often feel overwhelming to face alone. I have experience working with clients of all ages and walks of life. Each client is considered worthy, purposeful and is treated with compassion. I enjoy serving adolescent females and adults who are working through past traumas, current life stressors and who want to learn practical methods to manage anxiety.
I am phase 2 trained in brainspotting, a method I often utilize.
Everyone has a story unique to one's own experience - sometimes those stories involve trauma, heartache, hurt, anxiety, and uncertainty, which can often feel overwhelming to face alone. I have experience working with clients of all ages and walks of life. Each client is considered worthy, purposeful and is treated with compassion. I enjoy serving adolescent females and adults who are working through past traumas, current life stressors and who want to learn practical methods to manage anxiety.
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I am trained in Brainspotting, Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Sand Tray Therapy, and Expressive Arts Therapy, empowering my clients to take control of their healing journey while providing a safe, supportive environment for growth.
As an immigrant from Mexico, I understand the unique challenges that come with navigating life's complexities. Fluent in both Spanish and English, I offer a compassionate, culturally sensitive approach to therapy. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, adults, the LGBTQIA+ community, and Spanish-speaking individuals and families.
I am trained in Brainspotting, Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Sand Tray Therapy, and Expressive Arts Therapy, empowering my clients to take control of their healing journey while providing a safe, supportive environment for growth.
As an immigrant from Mexico, I understand the unique challenges that come with navigating life's complexities. Fluent in both Spanish and English, I offer a compassionate, culturally sensitive approach to therapy. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, adults, the LGBTQIA+ community, and Spanish-speaking individuals and families.
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I am a trained Brainspotting and EMDR therapist.
Whichever path you are on in your life, you may have the desire to make positive changes but struggle to know how. I strive to use a holistic, down to earth, and individualized approach to help you discover ways to find resolutions within your life. I believe each individual has the power within themselves to heal and develop positive changes. You deserve to heal, to be heard, and understood. I understand the importance of finding a therapist that is a right fit for you and how important building a positive rapport is for the therapeutic process.
I am a trained Brainspotting and EMDR therapist.
Whichever path you are on in your life, you may have the desire to make positive changes but struggle to know how. I strive to use a holistic, down to earth, and individualized approach to help you discover ways to find resolutions within your life. I believe each individual has the power within themselves to heal and develop positive changes. You deserve to heal, to be heard, and understood. I understand the importance of finding a therapist that is a right fit for you and how important building a positive rapport is for the therapeutic process.
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Michelle Dubay
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LIMHP, LADC, PC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68127
I use DBT, Brainspotting, EMDR, The Gottman Method and Ego State therapy to assist you in becoming more skillful and effective in life.
It gives me such joy and gratitude to embark on this journey of change with you as we work together on 'turning your mind' to new possibilities. It is my greatest hope that the work we do will assist you in reaching your own goals and give you a sense of freedom to live your best life. You can learn to manage your emotions, your life and your addiction. My approach centered around a strong set of skills using DBT, Brainspotting & EMDR. I have a strong knowledge of 12 step recovery programs and use therapies that only enhance your recovery.
I use DBT, Brainspotting, EMDR, The Gottman Method and Ego State therapy to assist you in becoming more skillful and effective in life.
It gives me such joy and gratitude to embark on this journey of change with you as we work together on 'turning your mind' to new possibilities. It is my greatest hope that the work we do will assist you in reaching your own goals and give you a sense of freedom to live your best life. You can learn to manage your emotions, your life and your addiction. My approach centered around a strong set of skills using DBT, Brainspotting & EMDR. I have a strong knowledge of 12 step recovery programs and use therapies that only enhance your recovery.
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I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, & Brainspotting.
The work that goes into having a healthy relationship with your mental health often takes a back seat to much of life’s other stressors. The reality is our mental health and the relationship that we maintain with ourselves is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. Therapy can provide a platform to explore what is and is not working in your life and provide a powerful opportunity to enhance your life, relationships, and well being. I look forward to helping you discover your personal strengths and taking control of your life with a direct approach and a touch of humor.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, & Brainspotting.
The work that goes into having a healthy relationship with your mental health often takes a back seat to much of life’s other stressors. The reality is our mental health and the relationship that we maintain with ourselves is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. Therapy can provide a platform to explore what is and is not working in your life and provide a powerful opportunity to enhance your life, relationships, and well being. I look forward to helping you discover your personal strengths and taking control of your life with a direct approach and a touch of humor.
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I work from a person-centered approach and am trained in both EMDR and Brainspotting.
Whether you are returning to therapy or have never been before, taking that first step can be scary, yet life-changing. We all struggle with times in our lives that challenge or overwhelm us. If you're ready to make changes in your life or want to try to figure out why you're feeling stuck, sad or anxious, let me help. I take pride in helping my clients overcome challenges and achieve happiness in a supportive, non-judgmental, and compassionate setting.
I work from a person-centered approach and am trained in both EMDR and Brainspotting.
Whether you are returning to therapy or have never been before, taking that first step can be scary, yet life-changing. We all struggle with times in our lives that challenge or overwhelm us. If you're ready to make changes in your life or want to try to figure out why you're feeling stuck, sad or anxious, let me help. I take pride in helping my clients overcome challenges and achieve happiness in a supportive, non-judgmental, and compassionate setting.
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I use various therapeutic interventions to assist you on your journey: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Family Systems Therapy.
My approach specializes in helping you understand why relationships or other aspects of life are not functioning as you hoped. We will work together to develop a plan, repair past pains and disappointments, and help you begin to living the life you always wanted. Your story and your pain have a purpose, and your voice matters. Depression, anxiety, a persistent fear of rejection, or feeling alone and hopeless can impact all aspects of life; including relationships, marriages, jobs/careers, and children. Together we will use your strengths and wisdom to find solutions, relief, and the enjoyment you deserve.
I use various therapeutic interventions to assist you on your journey: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Family Systems Therapy.
My approach specializes in helping you understand why relationships or other aspects of life are not functioning as you hoped. We will work together to develop a plan, repair past pains and disappointments, and help you begin to living the life you always wanted. Your story and your pain have a purpose, and your voice matters. Depression, anxiety, a persistent fear of rejection, or feeling alone and hopeless can impact all aspects of life; including relationships, marriages, jobs/careers, and children. Together we will use your strengths and wisdom to find solutions, relief, and the enjoyment you deserve.
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If you are looking for a specific skill we have providers trained in the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, EMDR, AFTTA, Brainspotting, CBT, ACT, DBT, Solution Focused, Sandtray, IFS and more.
Hope Collaborative is a collection of independent providers who treat a variety of client needs such as Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders, Developmental Disabilities, Couples, Sex Therapy, Grief, Self-medicating and Addictions, and more. We have clinicians who treat adults and those who treat children ages 10 and up. We offer a comfortable and safe space for you or your child to work on your goals.
If you are looking for a specific skill we have providers trained in the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, EMDR, AFTTA, Brainspotting, CBT, ACT, DBT, Solution Focused, Sandtray, IFS and more.
Hope Collaborative is a collection of independent providers who treat a variety of client needs such as Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders, Developmental Disabilities, Couples, Sex Therapy, Grief, Self-medicating and Addictions, and more. We have clinicians who treat adults and those who treat children ages 10 and up. We offer a comfortable and safe space for you or your child to work on your goals.
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Mary Hepburn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PLMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68132
I practice Brainspotting, a "brain-body" therapy that targets trauma in parts of your brain that are inaccessible with talk-therapy alone.
Is pain from the past inhibiting you from living the life you envisioned for yourself? Does it feel like you've been through so much that it's hard to even conceive of such an "envisioning?" Save that stuff for once you're out of survival mode, right? The fact is, trauma alone is not uncommon- it's part of being a human being. But for some of us, these traumas have been so severe that we can struggle to bounce back, feeling adrift and alone. Like journeying across the ocean when a storm cracks your mast, emotional trauma can leave us feeling lost, confused, and even desperate without a sail. How do we get back to dry land?
I practice Brainspotting, a "brain-body" therapy that targets trauma in parts of your brain that are inaccessible with talk-therapy alone.
Is pain from the past inhibiting you from living the life you envisioned for yourself? Does it feel like you've been through so much that it's hard to even conceive of such an "envisioning?" Save that stuff for once you're out of survival mode, right? The fact is, trauma alone is not uncommon- it's part of being a human being. But for some of us, these traumas have been so severe that we can struggle to bounce back, feeling adrift and alone. Like journeying across the ocean when a storm cracks your mast, emotional trauma can leave us feeling lost, confused, and even desperate without a sail. How do we get back to dry land?
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The approaches I use most often include narrative therapy, psychodynamic therapy, harm-reduction, brainspotting, and relational therapy.
I believe each person is the expert in their own experience and view my role as a co-pilot on the path to healing and self-exploration. I work with adolescents and adults with varying experiences such as substance use, trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, identity exploration, and burnout. I believe co-creation of therapy goals is vital to forging a path uniquely tailored to meet the needs of each person with whom I work.
The approaches I use most often include narrative therapy, psychodynamic therapy, harm-reduction, brainspotting, and relational therapy.
I believe each person is the expert in their own experience and view my role as a co-pilot on the path to healing and self-exploration. I work with adolescents and adults with varying experiences such as substance use, trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, identity exploration, and burnout. I believe co-creation of therapy goals is vital to forging a path uniquely tailored to meet the needs of each person with whom I work.
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I am trained in Brainspotting and EMDR among many other approaches.
Is your mental health impacting your day to day life? Do you find yourself sad or worrying more and more? Your mental health can impact your life in so many different ways and sometimes we need help with learning what works for us as an individual. You may need help coping in a variety of ways, processing what has happened to you, or just need someone to listen. You deserve happiness so our work together will involve addressing the areas in your life that you wish to improve so you can live the life as you see it.
I am trained in Brainspotting and EMDR among many other approaches.
Is your mental health impacting your day to day life? Do you find yourself sad or worrying more and more? Your mental health can impact your life in so many different ways and sometimes we need help with learning what works for us as an individual. You may need help coping in a variety of ways, processing what has happened to you, or just need someone to listen. You deserve happiness so our work together will involve addressing the areas in your life that you wish to improve so you can live the life as you see it.
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), addictions, assisting high achievers reach their goals, mindfulness training, brainspotting for healing and expansion, and anger management.
Welcome! We are accepting new clients. Exploring therapy is usually a pretty good indication that you're not feeling great right now. You may feel overwhelmed with the day to day or have something that happened recently that has triggered significant emotions or challenges. You might be looking to add some tools to your toolbox, discovering new insights about yourself, etc. I'd love to help!
), addictions, assisting high achievers reach their goals, mindfulness training, brainspotting for healing and expansion, and anger management.
Welcome! We are accepting new clients. Exploring therapy is usually a pretty good indication that you're not feeling great right now. You may feel overwhelmed with the day to day or have something that happened recently that has triggered significant emotions or challenges. You might be looking to add some tools to your toolbox, discovering new insights about yourself, etc. I'd love to help!
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Pamela Susan Kohll
Counselor, MS, LPCC, LMHC, CST, CSAT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68102 (Online Only)
I use EMDR, and Brainspotting, as well as Pia Mellody's PIT model to help clients get what they need.
As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist as well as a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist- Supervisor, I am dedicated to helping you identify and overcome any intimacy challenges within the sex therapy realm, including sex/love addiction. This encompasses behaviors such as desire discrepency, successive unfulfilling relationships, affairs, excessive internet porn usage and intimacy anorexia. I also am a Certified Partner of Sex Addicts Specialist, and through a trauma based model, am able to help the Partner work through their own painful experience of loving and being involved with someone with out of control sexual compulsivity.
I use EMDR, and Brainspotting, as well as Pia Mellody's PIT model to help clients get what they need.
As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist as well as a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist- Supervisor, I am dedicated to helping you identify and overcome any intimacy challenges within the sex therapy realm, including sex/love addiction. This encompasses behaviors such as desire discrepency, successive unfulfilling relationships, affairs, excessive internet porn usage and intimacy anorexia. I also am a Certified Partner of Sex Addicts Specialist, and through a trauma based model, am able to help the Partner work through their own painful experience of loving and being involved with someone with out of control sexual compulsivity.
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I am formally trained in Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, Ego State Therapy, and mindfulness techniques that allow my clients to process and heal.
Hello and welcome! I'm glad you're here. Do you ever feel like you want to heal or make changes? In our journey through life, we may face challenges that leave us feeling stuck. Whether it be anxiety, depression, stress at work, relationship issues, or unhealthy cycles, life can be overwhelming for all of us at times. Seeking therapy for wellness is not a weakness, it is a strength! You are not alone in walking your path. If you desire support, I provide client-centered therapies to assist you in achieving your individual goals of change and growth. We all deserve to be heard, and I provide a safe and supportive space for that.
I am formally trained in Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, Ego State Therapy, and mindfulness techniques that allow my clients to process and heal.
Hello and welcome! I'm glad you're here. Do you ever feel like you want to heal or make changes? In our journey through life, we may face challenges that leave us feeling stuck. Whether it be anxiety, depression, stress at work, relationship issues, or unhealthy cycles, life can be overwhelming for all of us at times. Seeking therapy for wellness is not a weakness, it is a strength! You are not alone in walking your path. If you desire support, I provide client-centered therapies to assist you in achieving your individual goals of change and growth. We all deserve to be heard, and I provide a safe and supportive space for that.
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Tiffany Marie True
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68114
I am certified in brainspotting.
I appreciate the courage it takes to seek therapy. If you are struggling with loss or life transitions, stuck in various forms of addiction or simply desire some objectivity then I would love to work with you! I enjoy helping people find insight and healing. In the process my approach is direct yet compassionate.
I am certified in brainspotting.
I appreciate the courage it takes to seek therapy. If you are struggling with loss or life transitions, stuck in various forms of addiction or simply desire some objectivity then I would love to work with you! I enjoy helping people find insight and healing. In the process my approach is direct yet compassionate.
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I am also certified as an Adoption Competent Therapist and provide Brainspotting.
Beginning therapy can be a vulnerable time for someone. Therapy provides a safe space to work on healing, increase feelings of hope and gain support. I provide therapy to children, teens and adults who are experiencing stress, life transitions/changes or who have experienced trauma. I have experience in working in the areas of grief and loss, anxiety, depression, divorce, abuse, neglect, domestic violence, sexual abuse and adoption. I also enjoy working with women on relationships, stress and fertility struggles.
I am also certified as an Adoption Competent Therapist and provide Brainspotting.
Beginning therapy can be a vulnerable time for someone. Therapy provides a safe space to work on healing, increase feelings of hope and gain support. I provide therapy to children, teens and adults who are experiencing stress, life transitions/changes or who have experienced trauma. I have experience in working in the areas of grief and loss, anxiety, depression, divorce, abuse, neglect, domestic violence, sexual abuse and adoption. I also enjoy working with women on relationships, stress and fertility struggles.
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How does brainspotting work?
Brainspotting works by using eye positioning to identify and process traumatic memories so that a client is better able to move forward and live with less fear. The theory behind brainspotting is that by identifying where a person looks when thinking of traumatic memories, a therapist will be able to guide them to focus on that spot and work with the client to get them out of the “fight, flight, freeze” response associated with the traumatic memory.
Is brainspotting an evidence-based therapy?
Brainspotting is a theory-based alternative therapy. It is one of the newest forms of treatment, so very little research has been completed that examines the mechanism by which it works. The theory behind brainspotting is that eye position can be linked to areas of the brain that store and process memory.
How effective is brainspotting?
Because it is such a new treatment, the effectiveness of brainspotting cannot be quantified. Some people have found it to be effective on its own, or in conjunction with other types of therapy. It is considered an alternative therapy, and it is popular with people for whom more traditional therapies have proven ineffective.
How long does brainspotting take to work?
A typical brainspotting session will last between 60 to 90 minutes. There is no required number of sessions needed to complete brainspotting therapy, but in many cases it is delivered over the course of about six sessions. Clients are encouraged to rate their level of distress prior to a session and again following a session, and to track progress.