EMDR Therapists in Colleyville, TX

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April Daugherty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colleyville, TX 76034
Offering EMDR for first responders, veterans, adults and adolescents.
Accepting New Clients: Offering EMDR for veterans, first responders, students, adults and adolescents. Are you finding yourself stuck or weighed down? Are you finding yourself holding on to things that you need to let go of? Experiencing generalized anxiety, performance anxiety or test anxiety? Or are you a high achiever finding yourself in need of navigation? If so, let's start this journey together towards an easier and lighter tomorrow. I use an eclectic approach to meet individual needs but use EMDR as a foundation for a lot of the work we will do. Please use the free phone consultation to ask any questions about EMDR.
Offering EMDR for first responders, veterans, adults and adolescents.
Accepting New Clients: Offering EMDR for veterans, first responders, students, adults and adolescents. Are you finding yourself stuck or weighed down? Are you finding yourself holding on to things that you need to let go of? Experiencing generalized anxiety, performance anxiety or test anxiety? Or are you a high achiever finding yourself in need of navigation? If so, let's start this journey together towards an easier and lighter tomorrow. I use an eclectic approach to meet individual needs but use EMDR as a foundation for a lot of the work we will do. Please use the free phone consultation to ask any questions about EMDR.
(817) 646-5647 View (817) 646-5647
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Mid Cities Counseling Center, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Colleyville, TX 76034
I am EMDR trained and Gottman trained.
It is never easy to reach out for help, but it is the first step to a journey towards peace and joyful living. I have a focus on starting where the client is and believe in working with my patients to maintain and improve their mental health and emotional well-being. We work together to create balance and peace during all stages of life. I have served clients throughout Central Texas for many years including combat trauma victims (PTSD) at the Department of Veterans Affairs and have established my current practice serving DFW and the Mid Cities.
I am EMDR trained and Gottman trained.
It is never easy to reach out for help, but it is the first step to a journey towards peace and joyful living. I have a focus on starting where the client is and believe in working with my patients to maintain and improve their mental health and emotional well-being. We work together to create balance and peace during all stages of life. I have served clients throughout Central Texas for many years including combat trauma victims (PTSD) at the Department of Veterans Affairs and have established my current practice serving DFW and the Mid Cities.
(817) 888-8131 View (817) 888-8131
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Carolyn Ray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colleyville, TX 76034  (Online Only)
I utilize a holistic approach with evidence- based therapeutic interventions to assist clients with improving their quality of life and relationships including training in cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and Gottman Method Couple Therapy.
Life will most certainly involve challenging transitions and we all would benefit from help with navigating life at different times. Realizing we have a problem and seeking out help and support is a brave first step for anyone. I am glad that you are here. Whether you are seeking therapy due to a desire for personal development, struggling from a profound life event or difficult transition, or experiencing symptoms or behaviors that are preventing you from having a more fulfilling or meaningful life or relationship, I am confident that we can work together to equip you with the necessary tools to overcome these challenges.
I utilize a holistic approach with evidence- based therapeutic interventions to assist clients with improving their quality of life and relationships including training in cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and Gottman Method Couple Therapy.
Life will most certainly involve challenging transitions and we all would benefit from help with navigating life at different times. Realizing we have a problem and seeking out help and support is a brave first step for anyone. I am glad that you are here. Whether you are seeking therapy due to a desire for personal development, struggling from a profound life event or difficult transition, or experiencing symptoms or behaviors that are preventing you from having a more fulfilling or meaningful life or relationship, I am confident that we can work together to equip you with the necessary tools to overcome these challenges.
(682) 244-4853 View (682) 244-4853
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Virginia Gleghorn
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colleyville, TX 76034
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Based Therapy, and is EMDR-trained.
Throughout her career, Virginia has been dedicated to providing effective therapy for children, adolescents, and families. She has collaborated with clients facing a wide range of issues, including trauma, abuse, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, ADHD, as well as behavior and relationship problems. You can trust that Virginia's years of experience have equipped her with the skills and knowledge to understand and address your unique concerns. Virginia encourages an atmosphere where individuals can feel secure and willing to identify their needs. She offers a variety of therapeutic concepts, including Client-Centered Therapy,
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Based Therapy, and is EMDR-trained.
Throughout her career, Virginia has been dedicated to providing effective therapy for children, adolescents, and families. She has collaborated with clients facing a wide range of issues, including trauma, abuse, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, ADHD, as well as behavior and relationship problems. You can trust that Virginia's years of experience have equipped her with the skills and knowledge to understand and address your unique concerns. Virginia encourages an atmosphere where individuals can feel secure and willing to identify their needs. She offers a variety of therapeutic concepts, including Client-Centered Therapy,
(817) 952-6569 View (817) 952-6569
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Monica Willhite
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colleyville, TX 76034
I am trained in EMDR and several other modalities to support individuals working through a history of trauma and life’s stressors.
Throughout my life, I’ve had many experiences that contributed to my love of counseling and my role as a therapist, they have led to a passionate belief that everyone’s story is important and giving a voice to those stories is invaluable. I began my career as a teacher in the U.S. and abroad, and have over 15 years of experience in international non-profit work. I grew to love hearing other’s stories and saw the healing power of true relationships. I eventually returned to school to become a counselor and turned my passion into a path for healing, and I consider it an honor to do the work I do.
I am trained in EMDR and several other modalities to support individuals working through a history of trauma and life’s stressors.
Throughout my life, I’ve had many experiences that contributed to my love of counseling and my role as a therapist, they have led to a passionate belief that everyone’s story is important and giving a voice to those stories is invaluable. I began my career as a teacher in the U.S. and abroad, and have over 15 years of experience in international non-profit work. I grew to love hearing other’s stories and saw the healing power of true relationships. I eventually returned to school to become a counselor and turned my passion into a path for healing, and I consider it an honor to do the work I do.
(817) 783-0390 View (817) 783-0390
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Christine Jeffries
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Colleyville, TX 76034
I am an SMU counseling graduate.I have worked several years with mentally ill clients having Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety and Schizophrenia. I have also worked with at risk youth, Gifted and Talented, autism, and children going through adjustments. I use a mixture of EMDR and ACT. I believe that we have much less control over our thoughts and feelings than we would like to believe so my focus with clients is action because our behaviors are one thing that we have significant control over. If you want to feel differently, you have to behave differently, and I will help you create a plan to do just that!
I am an SMU counseling graduate.I have worked several years with mentally ill clients having Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety and Schizophrenia. I have also worked with at risk youth, Gifted and Talented, autism, and children going through adjustments. I use a mixture of EMDR and ACT. I believe that we have much less control over our thoughts and feelings than we would like to believe so my focus with clients is action because our behaviors are one thing that we have significant control over. If you want to feel differently, you have to behave differently, and I will help you create a plan to do just that!
(817) 697-2535 View (817) 697-2535
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Lauren Cox-Mankowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCDC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colleyville, TX 76034
Immediate Availability for New Clients. Imagine having a space where you can talk feely about your life without feeling judge. A place where you feel safe and supported to explore your thoughts and feelings, gain valuable insights, and develop skills to help you navigate through life’s complexities. I can provide this space that allows you to be your genuine self. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy, tailoring my methods, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution focused, person centered and other evidenced-based concepts as well as being trained in EMDR, to meet your unique needs.
Immediate Availability for New Clients. Imagine having a space where you can talk feely about your life without feeling judge. A place where you feel safe and supported to explore your thoughts and feelings, gain valuable insights, and develop skills to help you navigate through life’s complexities. I can provide this space that allows you to be your genuine self. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy, tailoring my methods, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution focused, person centered and other evidenced-based concepts as well as being trained in EMDR, to meet your unique needs.
(817) 859-6559 View (817) 859-6559
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Sonia Noorany
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MMFT
Verified Verified
Colleyville, TX 76034
I am EMDR and Trauma- Focused CBT trained.
Life is hard! Whether it be stressors of everyday life, family or marital issues, school or work-related problems or because of recent or past trauma/grief, life can become messy. It gets hard not only for oneself, but also for loved ones or those around us. The reality is it happens to ALL of us. Sometimes all we need is for someone to listen with compassion and without judgment. Sometimes we require resources or coping strategies to help navigate the obstacles life throws at us. No matter what it is we need, therapy is the first step. Therapy equips us with the tools that we need to face whatever hardships we have.
I am EMDR and Trauma- Focused CBT trained.
Life is hard! Whether it be stressors of everyday life, family or marital issues, school or work-related problems or because of recent or past trauma/grief, life can become messy. It gets hard not only for oneself, but also for loved ones or those around us. The reality is it happens to ALL of us. Sometimes all we need is for someone to listen with compassion and without judgment. Sometimes we require resources or coping strategies to help navigate the obstacles life throws at us. No matter what it is we need, therapy is the first step. Therapy equips us with the tools that we need to face whatever hardships we have.
(817) 778-0522 View (817) 778-0522
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Nicole Bazaco
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colleyville, TX 76034
We'll find the patterns keeping you stuck, and using talk therapy and EMDR, we'll find new ways to handle difficulties in your life, your relationships, and your career.
I work with people who feel disconnected from themselves. For many reasons, you may have found ways to protect yourself from painful feelings or people who might hurt you. Often, these ways of protecting yourself led you to now feeling disconnected from yourself. I believe that your mental health struggles aren't pathological. What I see is ways you have adapted to survive difficulties in life that have in turn created challenges for you, like relationship issues, struggles with emotional intimacy, anxiety and panic attacks, career burnout, and/or using food or alcohol in ways that make you feel ashamed.
We'll find the patterns keeping you stuck, and using talk therapy and EMDR, we'll find new ways to handle difficulties in your life, your relationships, and your career.
I work with people who feel disconnected from themselves. For many reasons, you may have found ways to protect yourself from painful feelings or people who might hurt you. Often, these ways of protecting yourself led you to now feeling disconnected from yourself. I believe that your mental health struggles aren't pathological. What I see is ways you have adapted to survive difficulties in life that have in turn created challenges for you, like relationship issues, struggles with emotional intimacy, anxiety and panic attacks, career burnout, and/or using food or alcohol in ways that make you feel ashamed.
(214) 833-8735 View (214) 833-8735
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Annella Didier
Licensed Professional Counselor, M, Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
Colleyville, TX 76034
Are you feeling stuck, hurting, struggling to cope with difficult people, lonely? Do you wonder, "What is my purpose"? Do you want to make positive life changes and to experience life more fully? I can help you access untapped or forgotten resources. You can learn to choose how you want to be in the world! EMDR can set you free from painful memories, stressors, anxiety and depression.
Are you feeling stuck, hurting, struggling to cope with difficult people, lonely? Do you wonder, "What is my purpose"? Do you want to make positive life changes and to experience life more fully? I can help you access untapped or forgotten resources. You can learn to choose how you want to be in the world! EMDR can set you free from painful memories, stressors, anxiety and depression.
(817) 380-1850 View (817) 380-1850
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Christi Young
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Colleyville, TX 76034
Are you feeling sad & overwhelmed? If you're looking for a Christian counselor to help you explore problems related to relationships, anxiety, depression or stress, I want to help. We will go at the pace you need to meet your goals for emotional health. I can help you process your emotions and live with more inner harmony. My clients discover their patterns of behavior and thought to create a life more in line with their deepest goals. If emotional pain is stealing your joy, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and emotionally focused therapy along with Christian counseling will move you to a place of deeper purpose and meaning.
Are you feeling sad & overwhelmed? If you're looking for a Christian counselor to help you explore problems related to relationships, anxiety, depression or stress, I want to help. We will go at the pace you need to meet your goals for emotional health. I can help you process your emotions and live with more inner harmony. My clients discover their patterns of behavior and thought to create a life more in line with their deepest goals. If emotional pain is stealing your joy, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and emotionally focused therapy along with Christian counseling will move you to a place of deeper purpose and meaning.
(817) 934-6836 View (817) 934-6836
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Cathryn Ligon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colleyville, TX 76034
I am trained in EMDR (Eye movement, desensitization, and reprocessing).
Do you struggle with a sexual trauma? Do you have childhood trauma? Are you battling an eating disorder? Do you suffer from anxiety or depression? Are you reeling from grief or loss? Do you have problems with self-esteem and/or identity? If so, you have probably tried to conquer it yourself. You may have been told to “buck up” or “get it together.” But, try as you might, you can’t. Of course, you can’t. That would be like telling someone with a broken leg to “walk it off.” You need help. You need an understanding, empathetic, trained Christian counselor to come alongside you and help you face your issue, root out the cause
I am trained in EMDR (Eye movement, desensitization, and reprocessing).
Do you struggle with a sexual trauma? Do you have childhood trauma? Are you battling an eating disorder? Do you suffer from anxiety or depression? Are you reeling from grief or loss? Do you have problems with self-esteem and/or identity? If so, you have probably tried to conquer it yourself. You may have been told to “buck up” or “get it together.” But, try as you might, you can’t. Of course, you can’t. That would be like telling someone with a broken leg to “walk it off.” You need help. You need an understanding, empathetic, trained Christian counselor to come alongside you and help you face your issue, root out the cause
(817) 904-9476 View (817) 904-9476
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Taylor Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Colleyville, TX 76034
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with training in EMDR, DBT, and Play Therapy, I work with children, ages 3 and up, as well as adolescents and adults.
I believe that each individual holds the key to changing their own story. My goal as a Licensed Professional Counselor is to create a safe and collaborative space for you where you can transform negative thinking patterns and destructive behaviors into positive outcomes. Using evidence-based treatments, such as EMDR and DBT, I will walk with you through the process of uncovering what could be holding you back from experiencing wholeness, joy, and peace. Whether the issue is anxiety, self-worth, traumatic events, or significant relationship difficulties, I will work to provide a personalized treatment approach that best suits you!
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with training in EMDR, DBT, and Play Therapy, I work with children, ages 3 and up, as well as adolescents and adults.
I believe that each individual holds the key to changing their own story. My goal as a Licensed Professional Counselor is to create a safe and collaborative space for you where you can transform negative thinking patterns and destructive behaviors into positive outcomes. Using evidence-based treatments, such as EMDR and DBT, I will walk with you through the process of uncovering what could be holding you back from experiencing wholeness, joy, and peace. Whether the issue is anxiety, self-worth, traumatic events, or significant relationship difficulties, I will work to provide a personalized treatment approach that best suits you!
(817) 241-3867 View (817) 241-3867
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Dr. Lynn V Heselton
PsyD, MSN, APRN, PMHCNS
Verified Verified
Colleyville, TX 76034
I offer Supportive, EMDR, and Revisioning Therapies.
Feeling stressed? Shut down? Constant sadness? Panic attacks? Become emotionally stronger, happier, and better able to cope with life-changing events. I have 25 years of experience as a counselor. I have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Psychiatric Nursing. I am open-minded, comfortable with complexity, and easy to talk with about upsetting memories from the past or present, and a wide range of psychological and medical issues.
I offer Supportive, EMDR, and Revisioning Therapies.
Feeling stressed? Shut down? Constant sadness? Panic attacks? Become emotionally stronger, happier, and better able to cope with life-changing events. I have 25 years of experience as a counselor. I have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Psychiatric Nursing. I am open-minded, comfortable with complexity, and easy to talk with about upsetting memories from the past or present, and a wide range of psychological and medical issues.
(817) 803-3923 View (817) 803-3923
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Zina Adi
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Colleyville, TX 76034
I am also trained in EMDR therapy.
Are you trying to handle anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or simply feeling overwhelmed? Your lived experiences have a huge impact on your mental health. Therapy is a place to process and heal. It takes hard work, bravery, and patience to go through all the heavy "stuff" that you carry around on a daily basis. You do not have to be alone in the process of your healing. The most important thing to me is that my client feels no judgment, is heard, and can trust that I am going to work just as hard as they are to reach their goals.
I am also trained in EMDR therapy.
Are you trying to handle anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or simply feeling overwhelmed? Your lived experiences have a huge impact on your mental health. Therapy is a place to process and heal. It takes hard work, bravery, and patience to go through all the heavy "stuff" that you carry around on a daily basis. You do not have to be alone in the process of your healing. The most important thing to me is that my client feels no judgment, is heard, and can trust that I am going to work just as hard as they are to reach their goals.
(214) 272-2036 View (214) 272-2036
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Erin Wysong-Warren
Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, CSAT, CPTT, SEP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Colleyville, TX 76034
Some modalities I use include EMDR and Somatic Experiencing (SE).
If you struggle with sexually compulsive behaviors, sexual addiction, or have a partner who has caused devastation in your life, I can help. Trying to stop compulsive behaviors on your own is difficult, and you may find yourself failing and experiencing shame because you don't have the tools you need. Whether these compulsive behaviors come from being betrayed by a partner, experiencing PTSD, being enmeshed with a partner or parent, or grieving a divorce, I can teach you the necessary skills to handle life's challenges. I'm passionate about my work and want to help you.
Some modalities I use include EMDR and Somatic Experiencing (SE).
If you struggle with sexually compulsive behaviors, sexual addiction, or have a partner who has caused devastation in your life, I can help. Trying to stop compulsive behaviors on your own is difficult, and you may find yourself failing and experiencing shame because you don't have the tools you need. Whether these compulsive behaviors come from being betrayed by a partner, experiencing PTSD, being enmeshed with a partner or parent, or grieving a divorce, I can teach you the necessary skills to handle life's challenges. I'm passionate about my work and want to help you.
(469) 518-2342 View (469) 518-2342
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Heidi Johanson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Colleyville, TX 76034
I am a trained specialist in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Prolonged Exposure, Internal Family Systems and EMDR which is highly effective in healing PTSD, trauma and other related disorders/issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in the state of Texas. I have a Masters Degree in Counseling from Southern Methodist University. I have experience in treating trauma, PTSD, OCD, first responders, depression, anxiety, Bi-polar disorder, addiction, life adjustment issues, personality disorders, gender/identity, family and relationship issues. Throughout my career I've had the opportunity to treat a diversified clientele that has shaped my ability to be understanding and accepting. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most valuable aspect of the counseling experience.
I am a trained specialist in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Prolonged Exposure, Internal Family Systems and EMDR which is highly effective in healing PTSD, trauma and other related disorders/issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in the state of Texas. I have a Masters Degree in Counseling from Southern Methodist University. I have experience in treating trauma, PTSD, OCD, first responders, depression, anxiety, Bi-polar disorder, addiction, life adjustment issues, personality disorders, gender/identity, family and relationship issues. Throughout my career I've had the opportunity to treat a diversified clientele that has shaped my ability to be understanding and accepting. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most valuable aspect of the counseling experience.
(682) 305-2787 View (682) 305-2787
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SkyLife Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR-Ce
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Colleyville, TX 76034
We also offer EMDR in play sessions and family play therapy.
We believe that counseling provides an avenue in which individuals and families can grow through self-discovery, self-awareness, gaining confidence, development of skills and creating meaningful and authentic relationships. Asking for help takes courage and by just calling you are one step closer to self-improvement. We have many years of experience counseling children, adolescents, adults and families. We specialize in neurodivergent individuals and their families. We use a variety of treatment methods that are flexible to your needs. Parent coaching for parents of neurodivergent children is offered. We work with all ages!
We also offer EMDR in play sessions and family play therapy.
We believe that counseling provides an avenue in which individuals and families can grow through self-discovery, self-awareness, gaining confidence, development of skills and creating meaningful and authentic relationships. Asking for help takes courage and by just calling you are one step closer to self-improvement. We have many years of experience counseling children, adolescents, adults and families. We specialize in neurodivergent individuals and their families. We use a variety of treatment methods that are flexible to your needs. Parent coaching for parents of neurodivergent children is offered. We work with all ages!
(469) 715-4069 View (469) 715-4069
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Gail L. Richardson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, EMDR, LCDC
Verified Verified
Colleyville, TX 76034  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients and and providing counseling via telehealth at this point. Providing EMDR. Specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, assertiveness and more. When life becomes overwhelming, it takes real courage to reach out for help. A supportive, caring, yet solution-oriented counselor can help enhance all the qualities you already possess to create the life you wish you had. I use an eclectic approach to provide my clients the vision, hope and motivation to create necessary change and lasting satisfaction.
Accepting new clients and and providing counseling via telehealth at this point. Providing EMDR. Specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, assertiveness and more. When life becomes overwhelming, it takes real courage to reach out for help. A supportive, caring, yet solution-oriented counselor can help enhance all the qualities you already possess to create the life you wish you had. I use an eclectic approach to provide my clients the vision, hope and motivation to create necessary change and lasting satisfaction.
(469) 502-7848 View (469) 502-7848
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Megan M Shelton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Colleyville, TX 76034
For that reason, I sought training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) therapy, an evidenced based treatment for PTSD, and I work with both children and adults to resolve symptoms of trauma.
Children and adolescents often struggle with the same difficult feelings and emotions that adults do, but they have limited ways of expressing themselves. Similarly, parents can find themselves at a loss to reach their child, often leading to stress, anxiety, and disconnection. I have spent years working with children, teens, and their families in order to create healthy coping skills and foster healing, growth, and connection. I am passionate about helping children reach their full potential in a safe environment to explore their thoughts and feelings and develop necessary skills to thrive.
For that reason, I sought training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) therapy, an evidenced based treatment for PTSD, and I work with both children and adults to resolve symptoms of trauma.
Children and adolescents often struggle with the same difficult feelings and emotions that adults do, but they have limited ways of expressing themselves. Similarly, parents can find themselves at a loss to reach their child, often leading to stress, anxiety, and disconnection. I have spent years working with children, teens, and their families in order to create healthy coping skills and foster healing, growth, and connection. I am passionate about helping children reach their full potential in a safe environment to explore their thoughts and feelings and develop necessary skills to thrive.
(214) 974-4129 View (214) 974-4129
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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.