EMDR Therapists in Northampton County, PA

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Melissa M Parsons
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hellertown, PA 18055
I utilize a combination of DBT, CBT, ACT skills, EMDR, IFS and Brainspotting in a supportive validating therapeutic space.
I have 20 years experience with almost all disorders and severity levels. My strengths in practice are with domestic abuse victims and complex attachment trauma. I seek to free you of guilt, shame and emotional build up in the nervous system. Together we develop stability of self esteem and confidence. I have extensive experience with PTSD and healing symptoms of fear, dissociation and hypervigilance through EMDR and brainspotting. I also work with couples and families. Dreamwork may be used to uncover sub/unconscious messages. All age groups and issues welcome, we can get through this together!
I utilize a combination of DBT, CBT, ACT skills, EMDR, IFS and Brainspotting in a supportive validating therapeutic space.
I have 20 years experience with almost all disorders and severity levels. My strengths in practice are with domestic abuse victims and complex attachment trauma. I seek to free you of guilt, shame and emotional build up in the nervous system. Together we develop stability of self esteem and confidence. I have extensive experience with PTSD and healing symptoms of fear, dissociation and hypervigilance through EMDR and brainspotting. I also work with couples and families. Dreamwork may be used to uncover sub/unconscious messages. All age groups and issues welcome, we can get through this together!
(484) 218-4562 View (484) 218-4562
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Nicole M Hummel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Easton, PA 18045  (Online Only)
I use a variety of treatment modalities including CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR, and Exposure and Response Prevention.
Do you feel stuck in a cycle of worry and anxiety? Are you struggling with uncertainty and feel like your emotions are all over the place and stick around for days? You don't enjoy life as much anymore and you don't know where to start. Therapy can help with all of these struggles and get you back on the right track. If you want to get back to the life that you enjoy, feel free to reach out to me for a free consultation. I provide a comfortable and non-judgmental place where you can explore your feelings, identify problems, and stop the cycle of anxiety, negative thinking and hopelessness.
I use a variety of treatment modalities including CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR, and Exposure and Response Prevention.
Do you feel stuck in a cycle of worry and anxiety? Are you struggling with uncertainty and feel like your emotions are all over the place and stick around for days? You don't enjoy life as much anymore and you don't know where to start. Therapy can help with all of these struggles and get you back on the right track. If you want to get back to the life that you enjoy, feel free to reach out to me for a free consultation. I provide a comfortable and non-judgmental place where you can explore your feelings, identify problems, and stop the cycle of anxiety, negative thinking and hopelessness.
(412) 293-0652 View (412) 293-0652
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Karen L Brooks-Wells
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Northampton, PA 18067  (Online Only)
I offer several modes of therapy including EMDR which is evidenced based treatment that facilitates healing from trauma or distressing life experiences.
Do you struggle with feelings of shame and low self-esteem, experience emotions that are difficult to manage? Do you find yourself engaging in negative coping patterns to deaden the pain you feel? Are you feeling pressed on every side or shaken due to life's circumstances? I provide a warm and caring environment to help you work through complex issues and facilitate inner healing and wholeness from a faith based perspective that is nonjudgmental and strength based. Together we'll examine root issues in the core of your identity that produce painful emotions, lead to maladaptive behaviors, broken relationships, and impede progress.
I offer several modes of therapy including EMDR which is evidenced based treatment that facilitates healing from trauma or distressing life experiences.
Do you struggle with feelings of shame and low self-esteem, experience emotions that are difficult to manage? Do you find yourself engaging in negative coping patterns to deaden the pain you feel? Are you feeling pressed on every side or shaken due to life's circumstances? I provide a warm and caring environment to help you work through complex issues and facilitate inner healing and wholeness from a faith based perspective that is nonjudgmental and strength based. Together we'll examine root issues in the core of your identity that produce painful emotions, lead to maladaptive behaviors, broken relationships, and impede progress.
(610) 819-4496 View (610) 819-4496
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Jonathan Asayag
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Easton, PA 18042
I am also trained in EMDR.
Hi! I am Jonathan. I am a sex & relationship therapist who specializes in supporting people navigating various challenges including life transitions, parenting, fatherhood, ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, sexuality, intimacy, & challenging toxic masculinity. I work with individuals and couples. I believe that a safe space is a brave space. I do my best in crafting safety, which allows for self-exploration and healing at your pace. Please know that you do not need to be going through a life challenge or be in distress to talk to a therapist. Therapy is a valuable form of self-care and I can aid in strengthening your self-care goals.
I am also trained in EMDR.
Hi! I am Jonathan. I am a sex & relationship therapist who specializes in supporting people navigating various challenges including life transitions, parenting, fatherhood, ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, sexuality, intimacy, & challenging toxic masculinity. I work with individuals and couples. I believe that a safe space is a brave space. I do my best in crafting safety, which allows for self-exploration and healing at your pace. Please know that you do not need to be going through a life challenge or be in distress to talk to a therapist. Therapy is a valuable form of self-care and I can aid in strengthening your self-care goals.
(484) 334-8742 View (484) 334-8742
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Barbara Morrison
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, LPCC, CPTT, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Easton, PA 18045
I am a Cognitive Behavioral Trauma Informed therapist who is trained in EMDR.
Welcome! You've made it to this page, so you must be considering confronting some pretty difficult issues. If you're ready to take the next step and begin therapy, I would be honored to facilitate that process. My goal is to help you develop a plan to free yourself from that sense of feeling stuck, from whatever's preventing you from living life the way you desire. My background is quite varied, I've worked in counseling for the last 11 years, as well as in the field of medicine. I started as a behavioral specialist in home settings working with families, then found my way to specializing in treatment of trauma.
I am a Cognitive Behavioral Trauma Informed therapist who is trained in EMDR.
Welcome! You've made it to this page, so you must be considering confronting some pretty difficult issues. If you're ready to take the next step and begin therapy, I would be honored to facilitate that process. My goal is to help you develop a plan to free yourself from that sense of feeling stuck, from whatever's preventing you from living life the way you desire. My background is quite varied, I've worked in counseling for the last 11 years, as well as in the field of medicine. I started as a behavioral specialist in home settings working with families, then found my way to specializing in treatment of trauma.
(610) 490-8322 View (610) 490-8322
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Nancy Marshall
LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Easton, PA 18042
I offer many years of experience in treating anxiety and depression, as well as trauma. Unaddressed trauma is often the cause of anxiety and depression. I use an eclectic, holistic approach and have interest in spirituality and religion. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitizing and Reprocessing) and Thought Field Therapy, both state of the art treatments. Also experienced in all types of family and couples work, adoption adjustment work and attachment problems. Physical health is addressed and suggestions are made and referrals given if needed. Good with anxiety in people of all ages. Good with teenagers and children over age five.
I offer many years of experience in treating anxiety and depression, as well as trauma. Unaddressed trauma is often the cause of anxiety and depression. I use an eclectic, holistic approach and have interest in spirituality and religion. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitizing and Reprocessing) and Thought Field Therapy, both state of the art treatments. Also experienced in all types of family and couples work, adoption adjustment work and attachment problems. Physical health is addressed and suggestions are made and referrals given if needed. Good with anxiety in people of all ages. Good with teenagers and children over age five.
(484) 494-2769 View (484) 494-2769
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Noah K Carroll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethlehem, PA 18020
I have extensive post-graduate training in the treatment of PTSD and complex trauma, including EMDRIA certified EMDR training, TF-CBT, and exposure therapy.
Hi! I'm Noah, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist. I work with a broad range of clients, and offer individual adult, adolescent and pediatric therapy; couples therapy and family therapy. My clients come to me with a range of needs and goals, but broadly I work with clients to foster healthy relationships, promote mental wellbeing and grit, and develop an overall sense of body-mind wellness. I specialize in the treatment of PTSD and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, complex grief, ADHD, and substance abuse.
I have extensive post-graduate training in the treatment of PTSD and complex trauma, including EMDRIA certified EMDR training, TF-CBT, and exposure therapy.
Hi! I'm Noah, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist. I work with a broad range of clients, and offer individual adult, adolescent and pediatric therapy; couples therapy and family therapy. My clients come to me with a range of needs and goals, but broadly I work with clients to foster healthy relationships, promote mental wellbeing and grit, and develop an overall sense of body-mind wellness. I specialize in the treatment of PTSD and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, complex grief, ADHD, and substance abuse.
(484) 265-9914 View (484) 265-9914
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Abigail Oxford
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Lehigh Valley, PA 18001  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with low mood, anxiety, emotional regulation or past trauma? Has something impacted your life and you're finding it difficult to face alone? If you've answered yes, then you’ve arrived at the right place! I’m Abby, a licensed professional counselor who assists clients to process, cope and heal from the struggles they are faced. I treat anxiety, stress, complex ptsd, trauma, depression, negative core beliefs, life transitions, woman’s issues, grief and loss. My professional training includes board certification in art therapy, EMDR certification, trauma informed care, CBT and mindfulness based stress reduction.
Are you struggling with low mood, anxiety, emotional regulation or past trauma? Has something impacted your life and you're finding it difficult to face alone? If you've answered yes, then you’ve arrived at the right place! I’m Abby, a licensed professional counselor who assists clients to process, cope and heal from the struggles they are faced. I treat anxiety, stress, complex ptsd, trauma, depression, negative core beliefs, life transitions, woman’s issues, grief and loss. My professional training includes board certification in art therapy, EMDR certification, trauma informed care, CBT and mindfulness based stress reduction.
(484) 801-4454 View (484) 801-4454
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Coleen Dixon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR- C
Verified Verified
Bethlehem, PA 18015
I practice EMDR as a complete therapy. What does this mean for you? Through the process of therapy your brain and nervous system can get out of the feedback loop it’s been stuck in from relational patterns, traumas, and roadblocks and you can form the responses that you desire! As a therapist, I’m goal directed, intentional, creative, and warm. Outside of the therapy room—I’m wife, and mom to three tiny humans. I enjoy time with family and friends, working out, DIY projects, and time in my church community. I’ve been a therapist for over 7 years and love walking with clients through the journey of therapy.
I practice EMDR as a complete therapy. What does this mean for you? Through the process of therapy your brain and nervous system can get out of the feedback loop it’s been stuck in from relational patterns, traumas, and roadblocks and you can form the responses that you desire! As a therapist, I’m goal directed, intentional, creative, and warm. Outside of the therapy room—I’m wife, and mom to three tiny humans. I enjoy time with family and friends, working out, DIY projects, and time in my church community. I’ve been a therapist for over 7 years and love walking with clients through the journey of therapy.
(484) 310-7167 View (484) 310-7167
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Mindful Transformations Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, May Ambrogi, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bethlehem, PA 18018
MTC offers EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD, Functional Family Therapy (for which the owner of MTC is an International trainer and consultant), Hypnotherapy, Gottman couples counseling, Imago Therapy, Triple P for parenting needs, ABA for ADHD, ASD and CBT.
Experiencing trauma (little and big T traumas) seems to be a part of everyone's life at some point. In my 20 years experience, I see that trauma and chronic stress often lead to, or exacerbate, feelings of depression, anxiety or being "stuck." Being specialty-trained, open-minded and client-needs driven, at MTC, we are able to adeptly challenge clients while also re-building their hope and sense of worthiness so that they may feel good and safe while moving past their comfort zones. (NOTE: Please see the website for my staff's bios. Currently accepting insurances & self-pay clients for my staff.)
MTC offers EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD, Functional Family Therapy (for which the owner of MTC is an International trainer and consultant), Hypnotherapy, Gottman couples counseling, Imago Therapy, Triple P for parenting needs, ABA for ADHD, ASD and CBT.
Experiencing trauma (little and big T traumas) seems to be a part of everyone's life at some point. In my 20 years experience, I see that trauma and chronic stress often lead to, or exacerbate, feelings of depression, anxiety or being "stuck." Being specialty-trained, open-minded and client-needs driven, at MTC, we are able to adeptly challenge clients while also re-building their hope and sense of worthiness so that they may feel good and safe while moving past their comfort zones. (NOTE: Please see the website for my staff's bios. Currently accepting insurances & self-pay clients for my staff.)
(484) 702-6205 View (484) 702-6205
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Tylynn Cofer - Trauma And Burnout Specialist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Easton, PA 18045  (Online Only)
Whether it's diving into EMDR, blending in trauma-focused techniques, or focusing on a solution-driven approach, we will work together to design a plan that makes sense and leads you toward growth and healing.
Hey, I'm Tylynn, your down-to-earth, no-BS therapist! Empathy? Check. Holding you accountable? Double check. Bring your real self to the table, and I'll match it—I curse and use humor in sessions! Finding a therapist you vibe with is important, and I'm all about bringing reality to therapy while building a therapeutic relationship. I specialize in the tough stuff life throws at you: trauma, burnout (work and parenting), anxiety, depression, and perinatal mental health. If you struggle with boundary setting and self-esteem, I got you! It won't be a cakewalk, but trust me, it's worth it!
Whether it's diving into EMDR, blending in trauma-focused techniques, or focusing on a solution-driven approach, we will work together to design a plan that makes sense and leads you toward growth and healing.
Hey, I'm Tylynn, your down-to-earth, no-BS therapist! Empathy? Check. Holding you accountable? Double check. Bring your real self to the table, and I'll match it—I curse and use humor in sessions! Finding a therapist you vibe with is important, and I'm all about bringing reality to therapy while building a therapeutic relationship. I specialize in the tough stuff life throws at you: trauma, burnout (work and parenting), anxiety, depression, and perinatal mental health. If you struggle with boundary setting and self-esteem, I got you! It won't be a cakewalk, but trust me, it's worth it!
(610) 822-9250 View (610) 822-9250
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Kayla Schubert-Wirth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bethlehem, PA 18018
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified EMDR Therapist (1 out of 5 in the Lehigh Valley).
I know how infuriating it can be to find a therapist you can connect with, as I have personally fired 6 out of 7 of my own therapists. It’s important to note that I’m not your “typical therapist” (I dye my hair bright colors, will curse with you during sessions, and actively compete in powerlifting).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified EMDR Therapist (1 out of 5 in the Lehigh Valley).
I know how infuriating it can be to find a therapist you can connect with, as I have personally fired 6 out of 7 of my own therapists. It’s important to note that I’m not your “typical therapist” (I dye my hair bright colors, will curse with you during sessions, and actively compete in powerlifting).
(484) 930-1006 View (484) 930-1006
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Numra Yaqub
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethlehem, PA 18018
I am an EMDR-certified provider, specializing in trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, and depression.
At some point in their life, an individual may struggle to cope with overwhelming challenges, ranging from depression, anxiety, grief and loss, intrusive thoughts, to trauma or emotional dysregulation. My goal is to equip individuals with a plethora of tools in order to help them manage these life-changing struggles. These tools may include coping strategies, improving social skills, managing intrusive thoughts, or anger management strategies. I am passionate about helping individuals live up to their full potential. I provide individual, couples, family therapy, and I also provide child custody evaluation services.
I am an EMDR-certified provider, specializing in trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, and depression.
At some point in their life, an individual may struggle to cope with overwhelming challenges, ranging from depression, anxiety, grief and loss, intrusive thoughts, to trauma or emotional dysregulation. My goal is to equip individuals with a plethora of tools in order to help them manage these life-changing struggles. These tools may include coping strategies, improving social skills, managing intrusive thoughts, or anger management strategies. I am passionate about helping individuals live up to their full potential. I provide individual, couples, family therapy, and I also provide child custody evaluation services.
(484) 464-0780 View (484) 464-0780
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Anwari Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethlehem, PA 18018
Hi there, we are glad to see you taking the first step towards finding a therapist. At Anwari Counseling Services we believe in the power of diversity to provide comprehensive and tailored mental health care. Our team of experienced therapists come from varied backgrounds and possesses a wide range of specialties, ensuring that we can meet the unique needs of every individual who walks through our doors. The diversity allows us to offer a broad spectrum of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Child and Adolescent, Family and Couples Counseling, Trauma Informed care and EMDR therapy.
Hi there, we are glad to see you taking the first step towards finding a therapist. At Anwari Counseling Services we believe in the power of diversity to provide comprehensive and tailored mental health care. Our team of experienced therapists come from varied backgrounds and possesses a wide range of specialties, ensuring that we can meet the unique needs of every individual who walks through our doors. The diversity allows us to offer a broad spectrum of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Child and Adolescent, Family and Couples Counseling, Trauma Informed care and EMDR therapy.
(610) 590-8315 View (610) 590-8315
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Bethlehem
Counselor
Verified Verified
Bethlehem, PA 18017
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(484) 759-1012 View (484) 759-1012
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Nadine Shandor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Easton, PA 18042  (Online Only)
Extensive training including the highly effective EMDR Therapy (trained directly with EMDRIA), Gottman Method Level II for Couples, Attachment, Internal Family Systems, Somatic, Polyvagal, Neurobiology, Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused.
Finding a counselor can be intimidating. I offer a warm, welcoming approach where you will feel at ease. With over 20 years experience, I can help you with trauma, PTSD, relationships, and anxiety/mood disorders. Extensive, specialized and ongoing training with some of the foremost experts in the field allows me to use powerful, integrative and in-depth techniques, helping my clients get to the root of their issues and achieve results much faster than traditional talk therapy allows. Permanently offering video sessions only; clients must be in NJ, PA or SC, where I am licensed, during sessions.
Extensive training including the highly effective EMDR Therapy (trained directly with EMDRIA), Gottman Method Level II for Couples, Attachment, Internal Family Systems, Somatic, Polyvagal, Neurobiology, Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused.
Finding a counselor can be intimidating. I offer a warm, welcoming approach where you will feel at ease. With over 20 years experience, I can help you with trauma, PTSD, relationships, and anxiety/mood disorders. Extensive, specialized and ongoing training with some of the foremost experts in the field allows me to use powerful, integrative and in-depth techniques, helping my clients get to the root of their issues and achieve results much faster than traditional talk therapy allows. Permanently offering video sessions only; clients must be in NJ, PA or SC, where I am licensed, during sessions.
(908) 867-0936 View (908) 867-0936
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Coleen Lillie-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bethlehem, PA 18015
Cognitive Behavioral techniques, mindfulness, Sensori-Motor psychotherapy and EMDR are some of the modalities I am trained to offer clients with this process.
My work as a therapist with individuals and families is guided by two core values; people are the experts in their own lives and everyone has the capacity to be their best self. I use a strengths-based, holistic approach to therapy through a biopsychosocial and trauma-informed lens. Anxiety, depression, and developmental trauma can be stumbling blocks towards achieving one's goals and I am honored to be part of the recovery journey. Since there is no one right way to do therapy, collaboration is key for people to meet their goals.
Cognitive Behavioral techniques, mindfulness, Sensori-Motor psychotherapy and EMDR are some of the modalities I am trained to offer clients with this process.
My work as a therapist with individuals and families is guided by two core values; people are the experts in their own lives and everyone has the capacity to be their best self. I use a strengths-based, holistic approach to therapy through a biopsychosocial and trauma-informed lens. Anxiety, depression, and developmental trauma can be stumbling blocks towards achieving one's goals and I am honored to be part of the recovery journey. Since there is no one right way to do therapy, collaboration is key for people to meet their goals.
(484) 867-8156 View (484) 867-8156
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Josie Albrecht
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCP
Verified Verified
Northampton, PA 18067
I am fully trained in EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
I enjoy working with clients who want to get to the root of their struggles. These clients would like to gain insight into their symptoms, something difficult that has happened to them or to explore cycles and patterns that aren’t serving them. The clients I see often have attended therapy in the past. The clients I see also often present with attachment-based traumas, symptoms of post-traumatic stress, and difficulties in their personal and work relationships.
I am fully trained in EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
I enjoy working with clients who want to get to the root of their struggles. These clients would like to gain insight into their symptoms, something difficult that has happened to them or to explore cycles and patterns that aren’t serving them. The clients I see often have attended therapy in the past. The clients I see also often present with attachment-based traumas, symptoms of post-traumatic stress, and difficulties in their personal and work relationships.
(717) 423-3564 View (717) 423-3564
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Elizabeth Pensack
Associate Professional Counselor, MS, LAPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bethlehem, PA 18020  (Online Only)
I am an EMDR therapist, and often use various techniques that offer a balance of structure and flexibility.
If you're struggling to maintain your basic needs because you're in survival mode, I see you. It can feel impossible to navigate chronic burnout, especially when the path may be blocked by barriers related to chronic illness/pain, executive functioning and sensory needs, and/or unprocessed trauma. These barriers can often be accompanied by shame and guilt, which can make it difficult to connect with others around you. While it may feel overwhelming to find a path to healing, I am here to be a supportive and nonjudgmental co-navigator.
I am an EMDR therapist, and often use various techniques that offer a balance of structure and flexibility.
If you're struggling to maintain your basic needs because you're in survival mode, I see you. It can feel impossible to navigate chronic burnout, especially when the path may be blocked by barriers related to chronic illness/pain, executive functioning and sensory needs, and/or unprocessed trauma. These barriers can often be accompanied by shame and guilt, which can make it difficult to connect with others around you. While it may feel overwhelming to find a path to healing, I am here to be a supportive and nonjudgmental co-navigator.
(610) 756-9697 View (610) 756-9697
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Jennifer Velekei
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bethlehem, PA 18015
She practices an eclectic therapy style that is humanistic, trauma-informed, person-centered and utilizes interventions from modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness based CBT.
Jennifer is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2015. She graduated from Millersville University with a Masters of Science in Clinical Psychology. Jennifer believes the foundation for effective therapy is a strong therapeutic relationship. Because of this, she enjoys taking the time to really get to know you as a person to begin to build a foundation together. She works together with you to learn your needs and goals in order to select the most appropriate interventions for your unique needs.
She practices an eclectic therapy style that is humanistic, trauma-informed, person-centered and utilizes interventions from modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness based CBT.
Jennifer is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2015. She graduated from Millersville University with a Masters of Science in Clinical Psychology. Jennifer believes the foundation for effective therapy is a strong therapeutic relationship. Because of this, she enjoys taking the time to really get to know you as a person to begin to build a foundation together. She works together with you to learn your needs and goals in order to select the most appropriate interventions for your unique needs.
(484) 930-1763 View (484) 930-1763
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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.