EMDR Therapists in Connellsville, PA

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Ashley Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Connellsville, PA 15425
I'm trained in EMDR as well as trauma therapy for adults with neurodiversity/autism and adults with intellectual disability.
I believe that everyone deserves to have the support of someone who is non-judgmental, empathetic, and treats them with respect. Someone who can help you work through emotional pain and find meaning in the day to day. You deserve to have that kind of support in your life and I am ready to start that process on the way to personal healing with you. You are the expert in your life so I truly value getting to know you and seeing things from your perspective. With open conversation as well as targeted assessments, I strive to fully understand the struggles and challenges my clients face.
I'm trained in EMDR as well as trauma therapy for adults with neurodiversity/autism and adults with intellectual disability.
I believe that everyone deserves to have the support of someone who is non-judgmental, empathetic, and treats them with respect. Someone who can help you work through emotional pain and find meaning in the day to day. You deserve to have that kind of support in your life and I am ready to start that process on the way to personal healing with you. You are the expert in your life so I truly value getting to know you and seeing things from your perspective. With open conversation as well as targeted assessments, I strive to fully understand the struggles and challenges my clients face.
(724) 626-9941 View (724) 626-9941
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April McCrum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Connellsville, PA 15425  (Online Only)
Hello there! My name is April and I have been in this field for 9 years now. My main goal is to make a space for you and your healing journey. I deliver my therapy modalities as kind and respectful as I do truthful. Honesty may be hard but toxic positivity is harmful, I approach life with a strength based perspective. “Know all the theories, master all the techniques, but as you touch a human soul be just another human soul” - Carl Jung
Hello there! My name is April and I have been in this field for 9 years now. My main goal is to make a space for you and your healing journey. I deliver my therapy modalities as kind and respectful as I do truthful. Honesty may be hard but toxic positivity is harmful, I approach life with a strength based perspective. “Know all the theories, master all the techniques, but as you touch a human soul be just another human soul” - Carl Jung
(484) 715-0581 View (484) 715-0581
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Connellsville Counseling & Psychological Services
LCSW
Verified Verified
Connellsville, PA 15425
Connellsville Counseling & Psychological Services provides a full range of outpatient mental health services to children and adults. Our therapist specialize in trauma, depression, and anxiety. We have four therapist trained in parent child interactive therapy specially designed for children seven and under with behavioral problems. We also have a full time psychiatrist to meet the medication management needs of our clients. We are nationally credentialed by the Council on Accreditation and fully licensed by the Pennsylvania Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Connellsville Counseling & Psychological Services provides a full range of outpatient mental health services to children and adults. Our therapist specialize in trauma, depression, and anxiety. We have four therapist trained in parent child interactive therapy specially designed for children seven and under with behavioral problems. We also have a full time psychiatrist to meet the medication management needs of our clients. We are nationally credentialed by the Council on Accreditation and fully licensed by the Pennsylvania Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse
(724) 626-8420 View (724) 626-8420
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Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Connellsville, PA 15425
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
(724) 888-5058 View (724) 888-5058
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Momentum Couples and Family Therapy LLC.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LCSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Connellsville, PA 15425
Momentum Couples and Family Therapy provides a wide range of mental health services including, but not limited to the following: conflicts or problems with a partner, difficulty adjusting to a new school, trying to cope with a divorce or separation, family conflict with children or need of parental support, struggling with decisions about marriage, physical, sexual, or psychological abuse; past or present, loneliness, anxiety, fear or thoughts of suicide, low self-esteem, assertiveness and decision making, depression, sexual orientation, lack of motivation, out of control thoughts/ behaviors, difficulty with attention/concentration, coping with medical illness, unwanted pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, etc.
Momentum Couples and Family Therapy provides a wide range of mental health services including, but not limited to the following: conflicts or problems with a partner, difficulty adjusting to a new school, trying to cope with a divorce or separation, family conflict with children or need of parental support, struggling with decisions about marriage, physical, sexual, or psychological abuse; past or present, loneliness, anxiety, fear or thoughts of suicide, low self-esteem, assertiveness and decision making, depression, sexual orientation, lack of motivation, out of control thoughts/ behaviors, difficulty with attention/concentration, coping with medical illness, unwanted pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, etc.
(724) 359-2037 View (724) 359-2037

Online Therapists

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Kimberly June
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMT, CST
Verified Verified
McMurray, PA 15317
I am a holistic psychotherapist, trained in medical hypnotherapy, EMDR, Energy Psychology (TFT/EFT), Family Constellation work, and energy and shamanic healing in private practice in Pittsburgh. I work primarily with adults with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain. I have trained extensively in the integration of different therapeutic modalities in order to facilitate healing and integration of the body, mind and spirit. I am also a student of meditation and teach the "Awakening the Light Body" meditation curriculum offered as both a pathway of personal transformation and as a therapeutic treatment model.
I am a holistic psychotherapist, trained in medical hypnotherapy, EMDR, Energy Psychology (TFT/EFT), Family Constellation work, and energy and shamanic healing in private practice in Pittsburgh. I work primarily with adults with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain. I have trained extensively in the integration of different therapeutic modalities in order to facilitate healing and integration of the body, mind and spirit. I am also a student of meditation and teach the "Awakening the Light Body" meditation curriculum offered as both a pathway of personal transformation and as a therapeutic treatment model.
(724) 359-0802 View (724) 359-0802
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Kayla DiPaolo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Greensburg, PA 15601
Specializing in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy( EMDR), I offer an effective method to addressing trauma.
Are you struggling with trauma, anxiety, or the weight of past experiences? My ideal clients are individuals seeking solace and growth. They desire healing from emotional wounds, increased resilience, and a secure haven to unravel their thoughts and feelings to achieve grounding themselves in the present. Together, we'll work towards understanding your unique journey, unlocking the potential for healing, and fostering a path to emotional well-being.
Specializing in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy( EMDR), I offer an effective method to addressing trauma.
Are you struggling with trauma, anxiety, or the weight of past experiences? My ideal clients are individuals seeking solace and growth. They desire healing from emotional wounds, increased resilience, and a secure haven to unravel their thoughts and feelings to achieve grounding themselves in the present. Together, we'll work towards understanding your unique journey, unlocking the potential for healing, and fostering a path to emotional well-being.
(878) 203-9331 View (878) 203-9331
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Melinda Stupar Fedoris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Homestead, PA 15120  (Online Only)
I utilize evidence based practice that shows results such as EMDR, Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Compassion Focused Therapy.
The scope of my practice encompasses treating those who experience Anxiety, Negative Beliefs about Self (worth, responsibility, power, choice, etc), Trauma, Body Image and Diet Culture, Life Stress, and Grief. Life can sometimes take hold of us and we feel like we have lost our grasp, I work to help those get a better hold on things again. My focus is on helping you find ways to heal and feel whole again. We often have a lot of unpacking we have to do to heal and feel lighter to move forward. I like to intertwine humor into the treatment experience.
I utilize evidence based practice that shows results such as EMDR, Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Compassion Focused Therapy.
The scope of my practice encompasses treating those who experience Anxiety, Negative Beliefs about Self (worth, responsibility, power, choice, etc), Trauma, Body Image and Diet Culture, Life Stress, and Grief. Life can sometimes take hold of us and we feel like we have lost our grasp, I work to help those get a better hold on things again. My focus is on helping you find ways to heal and feel whole again. We often have a lot of unpacking we have to do to heal and feel lighter to move forward. I like to intertwine humor into the treatment experience.
(412) 754-7758 View (412) 754-7758
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Today Has Purpose
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA, CAADS
Verified Verified
Canonsburg, PA 15317
Our approach blends classic constructs of human psychology with modern modalities, and we have training (in the process of full certification) in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), an effective treatment for trauma and other diagnoses.
The staff at Today Has Purpose understands that choosing to acknowledge the need for therapy is a big decision. Therefore, we are committed to ensuring that your experience with us is collaborative, and your goals and pathways are uniquely individualized in order to best help you create a life that is fulfilling and balanced. At Today Has Purpose, we believe in using research and evidence-based treatments to create an individualized pathway that addresses the needs of the whole person. We provide ease of access, integrated support, and a secure environment where you can feel comfortable while navigating your own path to wellness.
Our approach blends classic constructs of human psychology with modern modalities, and we have training (in the process of full certification) in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), an effective treatment for trauma and other diagnoses.
The staff at Today Has Purpose understands that choosing to acknowledge the need for therapy is a big decision. Therefore, we are committed to ensuring that your experience with us is collaborative, and your goals and pathways are uniquely individualized in order to best help you create a life that is fulfilling and balanced. At Today Has Purpose, we believe in using research and evidence-based treatments to create an individualized pathway that addresses the needs of the whole person. We provide ease of access, integrated support, and a secure environment where you can feel comfortable while navigating your own path to wellness.
(724) 240-3252 View (724) 240-3252
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Kristen Revello
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in EMDR therapy and versed in body-brain interventions.
Do you find yourself feeling stuck? Reliving the past and dreading the future? Struggling to find peace? Life can be uncertain and unjust. Yet we are tasked with creating our own meaning around painful experiences. I want to help you regain your personal power, find peace with your past, and envision a life with joy and warmth.
I am trained in EMDR therapy and versed in body-brain interventions.
Do you find yourself feeling stuck? Reliving the past and dreading the future? Struggling to find peace? Life can be uncertain and unjust. Yet we are tasked with creating our own meaning around painful experiences. I want to help you regain your personal power, find peace with your past, and envision a life with joy and warmth.
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Amy Raulerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15235
I am a Certified EMDR therapist and use this modality to help resolve past traumas.
Starting therapy can be tough. Research shows the number one variable that improves outcomes in therapy is the therapeutic alliance. At Perennial Growth Counseling, I believe the working relationship is the key to helping people feel better and begin to make changes in their lives. Maybe you are going through a major life transition (had a baby, lost a job, lost a spouse) and need some support. Or you've been struggling with symptoms of depression or anxiety for far too long and want some new perspective and a place to reflect. Have you experienced some traumatic events in your life that are keeping you stuck? Therapy can help.
I am a Certified EMDR therapist and use this modality to help resolve past traumas.
Starting therapy can be tough. Research shows the number one variable that improves outcomes in therapy is the therapeutic alliance. At Perennial Growth Counseling, I believe the working relationship is the key to helping people feel better and begin to make changes in their lives. Maybe you are going through a major life transition (had a baby, lost a job, lost a spouse) and need some support. Or you've been struggling with symptoms of depression or anxiety for far too long and want some new perspective and a place to reflect. Have you experienced some traumatic events in your life that are keeping you stuck? Therapy can help.
(878) 205-2030 View (878) 205-2030
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Saving Sanity, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15235
We take pride in the diverse expertise offered including: EMDR, Ketamine Therapy, Culturally sensitive counseling, LGBT+ competent counseling, eating disorders, Couples/Family Therapy, Child Therapy and Mental Health Evaluations.
Please visit our website to fill out the Therapy Intake Form and we will contact you! Saving Sanity, LLC is a private practice of Professional Counselors with a vision of inspiring individuals to achieve their greatest human potential. We have a mission to empower individuals by creating a supportive space in which personal growth and healing can occur. Please visit savingsanity.org to view our available therapists.
We take pride in the diverse expertise offered including: EMDR, Ketamine Therapy, Culturally sensitive counseling, LGBT+ competent counseling, eating disorders, Couples/Family Therapy, Child Therapy and Mental Health Evaluations.
Please visit our website to fill out the Therapy Intake Form and we will contact you! Saving Sanity, LLC is a private practice of Professional Counselors with a vision of inspiring individuals to achieve their greatest human potential. We have a mission to empower individuals by creating a supportive space in which personal growth and healing can occur. Please visit savingsanity.org to view our available therapists.
(412) 991-1620 View (412) 991-1620
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David Gresko
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
My treatment methods include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, EMDR, Trauma Reprocessing, Internal Family Systems, Guided Visualization, Life Coaching, Faith Based counseling and Motivational Interviewing.
I look at each client as a unique individual who requires tailor made and personal treatment. This means that each person I work with receives individualized treatment designed specifically for them and their unique circumstances and history. Currently, I am seeing adult and teenage clients (ages 14+) for individual therapy. My primary areas of expertise include: Depression, Anxiety, Obsessions and Compulsions, Guilt, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Relationship Issues, Life Coaching, Career Counseling, Vocational Discernment, and Christian Counseling.
My treatment methods include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, EMDR, Trauma Reprocessing, Internal Family Systems, Guided Visualization, Life Coaching, Faith Based counseling and Motivational Interviewing.
I look at each client as a unique individual who requires tailor made and personal treatment. This means that each person I work with receives individualized treatment designed specifically for them and their unique circumstances and history. Currently, I am seeing adult and teenage clients (ages 14+) for individual therapy. My primary areas of expertise include: Depression, Anxiety, Obsessions and Compulsions, Guilt, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Relationship Issues, Life Coaching, Career Counseling, Vocational Discernment, and Christian Counseling.
(412) 385-6997 View (412) 385-6997
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Courtney Pfohlman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, LADC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15210  (Online Only)
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing ( EMDR) Therapy and Parts and Memory therapy which can be used in a collaborative process to help you reach your goals.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes working with adults and couples. I am an EMDR trained clinician and have a history of working with clients in treatment facilities for substance use disorders, co-occuring disorders including trauma and anxiety, and completing forensic assessments.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing ( EMDR) Therapy and Parts and Memory therapy which can be used in a collaborative process to help you reach your goals.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes working with adults and couples. I am an EMDR trained clinician and have a history of working with clients in treatment facilities for substance use disorders, co-occuring disorders including trauma and anxiety, and completing forensic assessments.
(702) 329-4261 View (702) 329-4261
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412 Therapy Co.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PMHC, TCT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
Trained in EMDR, CBT, DBT, and relational therapy, certified in postpartum & transgender care.
In-person or virtual daytime availability. I weaving movement (yoga and walking), art, EMDR, and other non-traditional approaches into a talk-therapy space, and can help minimize distress to get to a more centered version of you.
Trained in EMDR, CBT, DBT, and relational therapy, certified in postpartum & transgender care.
In-person or virtual daytime availability. I weaving movement (yoga and walking), art, EMDR, and other non-traditional approaches into a talk-therapy space, and can help minimize distress to get to a more centered version of you.
(412) 415-7926 View (412) 415-7926
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Linda Jean Houston
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA, CGCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canonsburg, PA 15317  (Online Only)
I use Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) as well as Gestalt therapy, Mindfulness and EMDR.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Trauma Specialist and a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist. I work with clients experiencing a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and grief. I am a client centered therapist which means I use a variety of counseling styles that suit my individual client. I am interested in assisting clients experiencing grief, depression, trauma, anxiety, family issues, and everyday life issues. We all experience loss but each type of loss is different and needs to be addressed individually.
I use Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) as well as Gestalt therapy, Mindfulness and EMDR.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Trauma Specialist and a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist. I work with clients experiencing a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and grief. I am a client centered therapist which means I use a variety of counseling styles that suit my individual client. I am interested in assisting clients experiencing grief, depression, trauma, anxiety, family issues, and everyday life issues. We all experience loss but each type of loss is different and needs to be addressed individually.
(412) 515-8371 View (412) 515-8371
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Elyse Milliron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15241
I'm an EMDR-HAP trained EMDR therapist who utilizes a variety of techniques (mindfulness, EMDR, CBT, EFT tapping, breath work) to help you, starting exactly where you are today, in achieving your goals.
Clients who work best with me tend to yearn awakening and change. I welcome the challenge to help clients connect with higher versions of themselves. Trauma, difficult emotions, relationships and the stress of life often lead to feeling stuck, feeling out of control of yourself, your emotions and reactions. My goal is to show you that there is a better way. A way to live with intention and purpose, guided by the best version of you! (Please note I do not have evening or weekend availability and my office is located in the South Hills of Pittsburgh- I will ask you to complete a brief phone consult to ensure I am a good fit)
I'm an EMDR-HAP trained EMDR therapist who utilizes a variety of techniques (mindfulness, EMDR, CBT, EFT tapping, breath work) to help you, starting exactly where you are today, in achieving your goals.
Clients who work best with me tend to yearn awakening and change. I welcome the challenge to help clients connect with higher versions of themselves. Trauma, difficult emotions, relationships and the stress of life often lead to feeling stuck, feeling out of control of yourself, your emotions and reactions. My goal is to show you that there is a better way. A way to live with intention and purpose, guided by the best version of you! (Please note I do not have evening or weekend availability and my office is located in the South Hills of Pittsburgh- I will ask you to complete a brief phone consult to ensure I am a good fit)
(412) 838-3534 View (412) 838-3534
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Leah Herman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Some of the modalities that I offer include: CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic Therapy, EMDR, and Play Therapy for younger clients.
There are many reasons clients decide to work with a therapist. Developing healthy life habits, working on overcoming challenges, exploring patterns and behaviors, and expanding communication skills are some common goals. An ideal client has both curiosity and the courage to gain perspective and insight into how they relate to themselves and others. I work with children, teens, and adults and welcome the opportunity to explore life’s challenges alongside you. I recognize that it takes courage to explore history and patterns, and it is my goal to create a space of hope and connection within the therapeutic relationship.
Some of the modalities that I offer include: CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic Therapy, EMDR, and Play Therapy for younger clients.
There are many reasons clients decide to work with a therapist. Developing healthy life habits, working on overcoming challenges, exploring patterns and behaviors, and expanding communication skills are some common goals. An ideal client has both curiosity and the courage to gain perspective and insight into how they relate to themselves and others. I work with children, teens, and adults and welcome the opportunity to explore life’s challenges alongside you. I recognize that it takes courage to explore history and patterns, and it is my goal to create a space of hope and connection within the therapeutic relationship.
(412) 284-6059 View (412) 284-6059
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Daniella Parrish
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC, LBS
Verified Verified
Oakdale, PA 15071
Waitlist for new clients
I am fully trained in EMDR therapy and conduct this with children and adults.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Behavioral Specialist. I have over 10 years experience in providing therapy services to clients from early childhood age to adult. I work with individuals, couples and families in reaching their goals and maximizing their unique strengths and potential. I am focused on providing a supportive, safe and comfortable environment to work with my clients in utilizing their strengths in overcoming challenges they may face. My goal is to help you build confidence, develop a better quality of life, and develop strength based, individualized goals and interventions.
I am fully trained in EMDR therapy and conduct this with children and adults.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Behavioral Specialist. I have over 10 years experience in providing therapy services to clients from early childhood age to adult. I work with individuals, couples and families in reaching their goals and maximizing their unique strengths and potential. I am focused on providing a supportive, safe and comfortable environment to work with my clients in utilizing their strengths in overcoming challenges they may face. My goal is to help you build confidence, develop a better quality of life, and develop strength based, individualized goals and interventions.
(412) 254-8009 View (412) 254-8009
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Choices Clinical Counseling-Accepting New Clients
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greensburg, PA 15601
We specialize in CBT and EMDR therapies, providing you an environment of compassion & non-judgment.
At Choices, we prioritize you while providing top-tier clinical care in your journey towards wellness. Choices is composed of compassionate and experienced therapists. We specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and trauma. Whether in person or online you can trust that you will receive unmatched care and privacy. We care and it shows!
We specialize in CBT and EMDR therapies, providing you an environment of compassion & non-judgment.
At Choices, we prioritize you while providing top-tier clinical care in your journey towards wellness. Choices is composed of compassionate and experienced therapists. We specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and trauma. Whether in person or online you can trust that you will receive unmatched care and privacy. We care and it shows!
(724) 530-3155 View (724) 530-3155

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EMDR Therapists

Who is EMDR for?

EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.

Why do people need EMDR?

People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.

What problems does EMDR treat?

First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.

What happens in EMDR therapy?

First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.