EMDR Therapists in York County, PA
Donna J Cardinal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BASW, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dillsburg, PA 17019 (Online Only)
I am trained in a variety of treatment modalities (cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, family systems, strength based, behavioral psychodynamic).
There are times in life when you may need someone to talk to. Do you long for a greater sense of balance in your life? Therapy can help you with making difficult decisions, changing problematic behaviors and reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety. I am Donna J Cardinal. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I provide individual, couples and family counseling. I am accepting new clients.
I am trained in a variety of treatment modalities (cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, family systems, strength based, behavioral psychodynamic).
There are times in life when you may need someone to talk to. Do you long for a greater sense of balance in your life? Therapy can help you with making difficult decisions, changing problematic behaviors and reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety. I am Donna J Cardinal. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I provide individual, couples and family counseling. I am accepting new clients.
Jessica Hurda
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CCPT
Verified Verified
Hanover, PA 17331
My approach is warm and compassionate, combining EMDR, Mindfulness, parts work, and trauma-focused strategies.
Welcome! I specialize in treating trauma, PTSD, attachment and dissociative disorders. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and trained in EMDR, I use an integrative approach to healing and working with the whole person. My journey into this field stems from a deep belief in the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of healing.
My approach is warm and compassionate, combining EMDR, Mindfulness, parts work, and trauma-focused strategies.
Welcome! I specialize in treating trauma, PTSD, attachment and dissociative disorders. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and trained in EMDR, I use an integrative approach to healing and working with the whole person. My journey into this field stems from a deep belief in the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of healing.
Kimberly McGhee EMDR - Trauma - Art Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
York, PA 17403
Are you feeling trapped or is your past casting a shadow over your present happiness? Does fear, anxiety, or past traumas hinder your ability to embrace joy and achieve the success you crave? As a clinically trained EMDR therapist, board-certified and registered art therapist, and licensed professional counselor in York, PA, I'm dedicated to supporting individuals just like you. Utilizing diverse trauma processing techniques, mindfulness practices, avenues for creative expression, and non-verbal/bottom-up approaches, I empower my clients to recognize their strengths, alleviate PTSD symptoms, gain insight, and improve self-esteem.
Are you feeling trapped or is your past casting a shadow over your present happiness? Does fear, anxiety, or past traumas hinder your ability to embrace joy and achieve the success you crave? As a clinically trained EMDR therapist, board-certified and registered art therapist, and licensed professional counselor in York, PA, I'm dedicated to supporting individuals just like you. Utilizing diverse trauma processing techniques, mindfulness practices, avenues for creative expression, and non-verbal/bottom-up approaches, I empower my clients to recognize their strengths, alleviate PTSD symptoms, gain insight, and improve self-esteem.
Modalities include EMDR, IFS, psychodynamic, solution focused and trauma informed therapy.
Now accepting new clients beginning October 3rd. I focus on treatment for LGBTQAI and Non Binary clients struggling with trauma, dissociative disorders, transitioning, depression and anxiety. I also specialize in treatment of Dissociative Identity Disorder for the past 25 years, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) certified trauma specialist and extensive training in IFS ( Internal Family Systems). I have over 25 years experience and am compassionate and well informed. I also offer group therapy for transmen and a group for DID clients. I treat clients both in person (York) and via telehealth.
Modalities include EMDR, IFS, psychodynamic, solution focused and trauma informed therapy.
Now accepting new clients beginning October 3rd. I focus on treatment for LGBTQAI and Non Binary clients struggling with trauma, dissociative disorders, transitioning, depression and anxiety. I also specialize in treatment of Dissociative Identity Disorder for the past 25 years, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) certified trauma specialist and extensive training in IFS ( Internal Family Systems). I have over 25 years experience and am compassionate and well informed. I also offer group therapy for transmen and a group for DID clients. I treat clients both in person (York) and via telehealth.
Tremitiere Trauma Recovery LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
York, PA 17401
Getting to EMDR is the ultimate goal after establishing safety using, Flash EMDR, Parts Work and or Attachment Focused EMDR for those who did not have heathy attachments growing up.
My ideal client is curious, internally motivated to change, looking for answers, and wanting to heal from their past or present. They are seeking connection with other's or themselves on a deeper level.
Getting to EMDR is the ultimate goal after establishing safety using, Flash EMDR, Parts Work and or Attachment Focused EMDR for those who did not have heathy attachments growing up.
My ideal client is curious, internally motivated to change, looking for answers, and wanting to heal from their past or present. They are seeking connection with other's or themselves on a deeper level.
Amanda Covalt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hanover, PA 17331
Waitlist for new clients
Since graduating with my MSW, I have become an EMDR certified therapist and enjoy helping people heal from their traumas.
As an LCSW, I have worked in the mental health field for over a decade. I graduated from Widener University in 2020 with my MSW and a certification in trauma treatment. I attended Penn State University and graduated in 2011 and from there began working in the mental health field with adults in a residential setting. This is where I found my passion for helping people heal from traumas.
Since graduating with my MSW, I have become an EMDR certified therapist and enjoy helping people heal from their traumas.
As an LCSW, I have worked in the mental health field for over a decade. I graduated from Widener University in 2020 with my MSW and a certification in trauma treatment. I attended Penn State University and graduated in 2011 and from there began working in the mental health field with adults in a residential setting. This is where I found my passion for helping people heal from traumas.
Healing Hearts Counseling Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hanover, PA 17331
Jennifer is certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), trained in Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy.
Jennifer licensed clinical social worker with 20+ years of experience in providing individual, family, and group counseling to children/ adolescents and their families. Jennifer is passionate in regards to helping others overcome difficult life situations, traumatic experiences, depresesion, mood disorders, and anxiety, insecure attachment, borderline personality disorder. Jennifer has 17+ years of experience providing therapy to sexual abuse victims. Jennifer is experienced in working with children and adolescents with high risk behaivors such as self-harmful behaviors, aggressive or defiant behaviors, suicidality.
Jennifer is certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), trained in Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy.
Jennifer licensed clinical social worker with 20+ years of experience in providing individual, family, and group counseling to children/ adolescents and their families. Jennifer is passionate in regards to helping others overcome difficult life situations, traumatic experiences, depresesion, mood disorders, and anxiety, insecure attachment, borderline personality disorder. Jennifer has 17+ years of experience providing therapy to sexual abuse victims. Jennifer is experienced in working with children and adolescents with high risk behaivors such as self-harmful behaviors, aggressive or defiant behaviors, suicidality.
Molly Stackhouse
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCSP, ABSNP
Verified Verified
Hanover, PA 17331
EMDR & IFS-Informed EMDR therapy can help you: Learn ways to experience calm and relaxing moments, deepen your understanding of your feelings and why you do what you do, build a stronger sense of trust and connection to yourself and others, heal from painful past experiences including childhood trauma, and grow in your ability to handle strong emotions.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in PA, MD, South Carolina, Idaho, and Florida. With 20 years of experience in mental health, I have worked extensively with individuals seeking to enhance their lives and manage stress/anxiety, depression, boost self-confidence, establish healthy boundaries, and improve relationships. I'm trained in several cutting-edge modalities like EMDR, Brainspotting, and IFS-informed EMDR, giving us a toolbox full of evolved resources to help you survive life's twists and turns, helping you thrive, and unlocking your full potential.
EMDR & IFS-Informed EMDR therapy can help you: Learn ways to experience calm and relaxing moments, deepen your understanding of your feelings and why you do what you do, build a stronger sense of trust and connection to yourself and others, heal from painful past experiences including childhood trauma, and grow in your ability to handle strong emotions.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in PA, MD, South Carolina, Idaho, and Florida. With 20 years of experience in mental health, I have worked extensively with individuals seeking to enhance their lives and manage stress/anxiety, depression, boost self-confidence, establish healthy boundaries, and improve relationships. I'm trained in several cutting-edge modalities like EMDR, Brainspotting, and IFS-informed EMDR, giving us a toolbox full of evolved resources to help you survive life's twists and turns, helping you thrive, and unlocking your full potential.
Mija Serrano
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
York, PA 17404 (Online Only)
I am also trained to provide EMDR for trauma & PTSD relief!.
For too long, you have been overwhelmed & burned out with what's happening in your life. You might be seeing it at home: you are feeling irritated with your partner, family and you don't feel good enough with your part of household responsibilities. Perhaps it’s at work: you can’t concentrate & it’s harder to keep up with all of your responsibilities like you used to. Maybe you are experiencing tension within your body & it is hard to relax. You are suffering & you are not sure how to get through it. No matter how these things are showing up for you, I am here to help you feel heard & to build the skills to get you through this!
I am also trained to provide EMDR for trauma & PTSD relief!.
For too long, you have been overwhelmed & burned out with what's happening in your life. You might be seeing it at home: you are feeling irritated with your partner, family and you don't feel good enough with your part of household responsibilities. Perhaps it’s at work: you can’t concentrate & it’s harder to keep up with all of your responsibilities like you used to. Maybe you are experiencing tension within your body & it is hard to relax. You are suffering & you are not sure how to get through it. No matter how these things are showing up for you, I am here to help you feel heard & to build the skills to get you through this!
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) is also a tool we can use to help heal your brain from traumatic experiences as well as change limiting core beliefs to adaptive beliefs that will allow you to grow and change in the healthiest possible ways.
A person centered, strengths based approach to helping you discover a healthier emotional life is what guides my practice. A variety of hurts, traumas, relationships and experiences shape who you become. Sometimes you need someone to help process how to break free from the negative experiences and find a new path. I recognize that people benefit from being heard and validated. This becomes the basis of a supportive therapeutic relationship allowing for gentle, supportive challenges to change. This may include EMDR. I want to be able to meet you where you're at, helping you change your life in the way you feel would benefit you.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) is also a tool we can use to help heal your brain from traumatic experiences as well as change limiting core beliefs to adaptive beliefs that will allow you to grow and change in the healthiest possible ways.
A person centered, strengths based approach to helping you discover a healthier emotional life is what guides my practice. A variety of hurts, traumas, relationships and experiences shape who you become. Sometimes you need someone to help process how to break free from the negative experiences and find a new path. I recognize that people benefit from being heard and validated. This becomes the basis of a supportive therapeutic relationship allowing for gentle, supportive challenges to change. This may include EMDR. I want to be able to meet you where you're at, helping you change your life in the way you feel would benefit you.
Dr. Debra Doubrava - Emdr Trauma And Play Focused
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
York, PA 17403 (Online Only)
EMDR & tapping to clients without travel to an office & within your safe space.
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.- John Watson...I am humbled & honored to have over 30 years experience working with clients of all ages & stages to lead more authentic, joyful, & peace-filled lives. I am an integrative, attachment focused & trauma-informed play therapist - inspired by theories grounded in client-centered, family systems, humanistic, Imago, mindfulness, & parts work. I enjoy working with a wide range of issues & diverse backgrounds in the human experience including LGBTQIA2S+. We all need to be truly seen and heard AND it is courageous and wise to seek help as we journey through life & love!
EMDR & tapping to clients without travel to an office & within your safe space.
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.- John Watson...I am humbled & honored to have over 30 years experience working with clients of all ages & stages to lead more authentic, joyful, & peace-filled lives. I am an integrative, attachment focused & trauma-informed play therapist - inspired by theories grounded in client-centered, family systems, humanistic, Imago, mindfulness, & parts work. I enjoy working with a wide range of issues & diverse backgrounds in the human experience including LGBTQIA2S+. We all need to be truly seen and heard AND it is courageous and wise to seek help as we journey through life & love!
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J V Enderle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-DBT, MPA
Verified Verified
York, PA 17402
Waitlist for new clients
I use Dialectical and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR with aspects of mindfulness to help you regulate emotions and process trauma.
Everyone deserves to slow down, connect, and grow. I believe therapy helps us do that. If you are feeling overwhelmed, struggling with anxiety, depression or intense emotions, change is possible. I specialize in working with Anxiety and Mood Disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD, and impulse control disorders including the overuse of technology when it interferes with your daily life. My goal is to help you gain insights into patterns and behaviors you want to change, live a life in line with your values, and be present for what matters most.
I use Dialectical and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR with aspects of mindfulness to help you regulate emotions and process trauma.
Everyone deserves to slow down, connect, and grow. I believe therapy helps us do that. If you are feeling overwhelmed, struggling with anxiety, depression or intense emotions, change is possible. I specialize in working with Anxiety and Mood Disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder, PTSD, and impulse control disorders including the overuse of technology when it interferes with your daily life. My goal is to help you gain insights into patterns and behaviors you want to change, live a life in line with your values, and be present for what matters most.
Chelsey Klein
Counselor, NCC, LPCC, LCPC, CADC-In, LPC
Verified Verified
York, PA 17404 (Online Only)
Trained in several complementary approaches to treating anxiety, depression, trauma, I utilize evidenced based therapeutic methods such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, and parts work.
Does each day seem to be a challenge and you feel you are just surviving? Maybe you are carrying the weight of the past or others expectations. I can offer a safe space to process and internally resolve the heaviness of everyday life with unconditional positive regard as well as tools to manage daily stressors using a bottom up approach that will include coping skills and trauma processing to help resolve the internal processes that cause difficulty in every day life.
Trained in several complementary approaches to treating anxiety, depression, trauma, I utilize evidenced based therapeutic methods such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, and parts work.
Does each day seem to be a challenge and you feel you are just surviving? Maybe you are carrying the weight of the past or others expectations. I can offer a safe space to process and internally resolve the heaviness of everyday life with unconditional positive regard as well as tools to manage daily stressors using a bottom up approach that will include coping skills and trauma processing to help resolve the internal processes that cause difficulty in every day life.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR).
I am interested in working with those that have a history of trauma and with members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR).
I am interested in working with those that have a history of trauma and with members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I also use Eye Movement Desensitization and Processing ( EMDR) and am a board certified EMDR therapist.
Hi - I am Taffie Bucci and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. I am a person-centered therapist who completely accepts where you are without judgment and where you'd like to be. My role is to empower you as you move forward in life. My focus areas are mood disorders, trauma (all kinds of trauma) and LGBTQ. I primarily work with young adults and adults - anyone over 18! We can discover what you'd like to work on in a collaborative way. I am comfortable treating mood disorders, trauma, LGBTQ and substance use.
I also use Eye Movement Desensitization and Processing ( EMDR) and am a board certified EMDR therapist.
Hi - I am Taffie Bucci and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. I am a person-centered therapist who completely accepts where you are without judgment and where you'd like to be. My role is to empower you as you move forward in life. My focus areas are mood disorders, trauma (all kinds of trauma) and LGBTQ. I primarily work with young adults and adults - anyone over 18! We can discover what you'd like to work on in a collaborative way. I am comfortable treating mood disorders, trauma, LGBTQ and substance use.
Graceful Balance Wellness
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, LPC, RYT-200
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hanover, PA 17331
Our services include counseling, EMDR therapy, nature therapy, and functional wellness consultations.
If you’ve been struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, or seeking personal growth and wellness, you may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck, yearning for balance and peace. Know that you are not alone and there is hope. At Graceful Balance Wellness, we offer a compassionate, faith-based approach that integrates mind, body, and spirit. Our goal is to support your journey toward healing and growth, helping you manage stress and anxiety, improve relationships, and achieve a sense of wholeness and fulfillment.
Our services include counseling, EMDR therapy, nature therapy, and functional wellness consultations.
If you’ve been struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, or seeking personal growth and wellness, you may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck, yearning for balance and peace. Know that you are not alone and there is hope. At Graceful Balance Wellness, we offer a compassionate, faith-based approach that integrates mind, body, and spirit. Our goal is to support your journey toward healing and growth, helping you manage stress and anxiety, improve relationships, and achieve a sense of wholeness and fulfillment.
Terry McGeehan
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Shrewsbury, PA 17361
My style has been described as innovative yet practical. I work with clients to develop healthier ways of coping with life and creating more satisfying relationships. A non-judgmental, trusting therapeutic relationship is essential. Experiential learning and educational materials provide the basis for lasting change. Areas of skill building include, emotional regulation, grief relief, living with anxiety, depression, healing trauma. Relationship skills involve communication, conflict resolution, keeping love alive and refining commitment. Methods include Mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, body centered therapy and desensitization with EMDR (www.emdria.org). The work of therapy becomes the joy and satisfaction of living.
My style has been described as innovative yet practical. I work with clients to develop healthier ways of coping with life and creating more satisfying relationships. A non-judgmental, trusting therapeutic relationship is essential. Experiential learning and educational materials provide the basis for lasting change. Areas of skill building include, emotional regulation, grief relief, living with anxiety, depression, healing trauma. Relationship skills involve communication, conflict resolution, keeping love alive and refining commitment. Methods include Mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, body centered therapy and desensitization with EMDR (www.emdria.org). The work of therapy becomes the joy and satisfaction of living.
I am EMDR trained through the EMDRA approved EMDR Basic Training Program, a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) and have completed the beginner level training in Somatic Experiencing.
For over 35 years I have been honored with the experience of helping individuals being held back by addictions, anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. I seek to provide a judgement free, in-depth understanding of my clients' journeys, provide tools for increasing self esteem, understanding and effectively experiencing emotions, and challenging difficult behavioral patterns. I assist couples in reconciling the hurts of the past and moving towards shared unity and deeper intimacy. Some of the areas I specifically specialize in include: substance abuse, sexual addictions, anger, trauma, self injury, and LGBTQIA issues.
I am EMDR trained through the EMDRA approved EMDR Basic Training Program, a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) and have completed the beginner level training in Somatic Experiencing.
For over 35 years I have been honored with the experience of helping individuals being held back by addictions, anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. I seek to provide a judgement free, in-depth understanding of my clients' journeys, provide tools for increasing self esteem, understanding and effectively experiencing emotions, and challenging difficult behavioral patterns. I assist couples in reconciling the hurts of the past and moving towards shared unity and deeper intimacy. Some of the areas I specifically specialize in include: substance abuse, sexual addictions, anger, trauma, self injury, and LGBTQIA issues.
Experience has taught me many people suffer from disturbing memories that are intrusive and controlling, so I am also trained in EMDR and Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals to help with that.
Do you long to feel emotionally connected and closer to your spouse, kids or parents? You wish you could reach out to them without fear of rejection because with them you feel confident you are safe, secure, fully known and fully loved. If only your home was a place like that, a place of peace, a place of renewal and recovery. You want to know they will always have your back as you face the uncertainties of life and celebrate the joys and victories. The pain of life isn’t the problem. It’s being alone with the pain. Restoring and reconciling damaged relationships is the best gift you can give yourself and your loved ones.
Experience has taught me many people suffer from disturbing memories that are intrusive and controlling, so I am also trained in EMDR and Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals to help with that.
Do you long to feel emotionally connected and closer to your spouse, kids or parents? You wish you could reach out to them without fear of rejection because with them you feel confident you are safe, secure, fully known and fully loved. If only your home was a place like that, a place of peace, a place of renewal and recovery. You want to know they will always have your back as you face the uncertainties of life and celebrate the joys and victories. The pain of life isn’t the problem. It’s being alone with the pain. Restoring and reconciling damaged relationships is the best gift you can give yourself and your loved ones.
Kalyani G Broderick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Hanover, PA 17331
I understand trauma, having completed advanced training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy.
Life is hard enough, counseling shouldn't be! I provide warm, supportive counseling to people of all ages, both in-person and virtually. Sessions with me are peaceful and nurturing, giving you the time and space to really relax and get in touch with your natural healing capacity. I specialize in families with children under 10, including preschool and younger, offering a variety of play and art activities that help reduce stress and improve coping skills. I actively involve caregivers during sessions and with bonding activities for home.
I understand trauma, having completed advanced training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy.
Life is hard enough, counseling shouldn't be! I provide warm, supportive counseling to people of all ages, both in-person and virtually. Sessions with me are peaceful and nurturing, giving you the time and space to really relax and get in touch with your natural healing capacity. I specialize in families with children under 10, including preschool and younger, offering a variety of play and art activities that help reduce stress and improve coping skills. I actively involve caregivers during sessions and with bonding activities for home.
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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.