EMDR Therapists in Manchaca, TX

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Trisha Cupero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manchaca, TX 78652
Waitlist for new clients
Let's take this one breath at a time. I'm Trish and I want to help you get to a place where you feel okay, maybe for the first time. Have you been through a really awful experience that no one seems to understand? Do you feel like you'll never be yourself again? Do your family and friends expect you to get over it, but you just can't? Everyone needs a little extra help sometimes and it's okay if you're stuck. A lot of us have symptoms that linger for years. I want to help you find a new normal and move on with your life. Through trauma-informed therapy including EMDR and ACT, we can work together to find you some relief.
Let's take this one breath at a time. I'm Trish and I want to help you get to a place where you feel okay, maybe for the first time. Have you been through a really awful experience that no one seems to understand? Do you feel like you'll never be yourself again? Do your family and friends expect you to get over it, but you just can't? Everyone needs a little extra help sometimes and it's okay if you're stuck. A lot of us have symptoms that linger for years. I want to help you find a new normal and move on with your life. Through trauma-informed therapy including EMDR and ACT, we can work together to find you some relief.
(737) 201-3639 View (737) 201-3639
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Jill Niemtschk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Manchaca, TX 78652
She uses a range of therapeutic modalities, specializing in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Jill is equipped to help those who struggle with substance use, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma-related disorders.
She uses a range of therapeutic modalities, specializing in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Jill is equipped to help those who struggle with substance use, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma-related disorders.
(737) 374-8803 View (737) 374-8803
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David Kellar
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Manchaca, TX 78652
David utilizes a variety of clinical approaches, including cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectic behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based practices, and eye movement desensitization therapy (EMDR).
David is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A), who is being supervised by Chris Hansen LPC-S, in the State of TX, with over 12 years of experience. David has worked with clients from age 18-65 & older challenged with general issues and with anxiety, addiction, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, mood & personality disorders, grief, & trauma. David is a senior citizen and personally experiences the complexities of aging. He has previous experience with couples counseling, crisis intervention, & trauma and addiction recovery. David received a Certificate in Sexual Addictions Therapy from Mid Nazarene University.
David utilizes a variety of clinical approaches, including cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectic behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based practices, and eye movement desensitization therapy (EMDR).
David is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A), who is being supervised by Chris Hansen LPC-S, in the State of TX, with over 12 years of experience. David has worked with clients from age 18-65 & older challenged with general issues and with anxiety, addiction, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, mood & personality disorders, grief, & trauma. David is a senior citizen and personally experiences the complexities of aging. He has previous experience with couples counseling, crisis intervention, & trauma and addiction recovery. David received a Certificate in Sexual Addictions Therapy from Mid Nazarene University.
(737) 206-7569 View (737) 206-7569
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Sharon K Bien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, EMDR, C-PD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Manchaca, TX 78652  (Online Only)
Are you dealing with difficult relationships or encountering difficult people in your life? Maybe you are having a hard time setting boundaries or people in your world are not respecting the boundaries you set. Are you looking for quality relationships with quality people but you seem to keep finding the same issues? It's time to look at those patterns! I want to help you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself. And understand how those patterns developed and what you can do now to change them.
Are you dealing with difficult relationships or encountering difficult people in your life? Maybe you are having a hard time setting boundaries or people in your world are not respecting the boundaries you set. Are you looking for quality relationships with quality people but you seem to keep finding the same issues? It's time to look at those patterns! I want to help you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself. And understand how those patterns developed and what you can do now to change them.
(512) 761-6609 View (512) 761-6609
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Kimberly Harrington-Delgado
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, RPT-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchaca, TX 78652
My passion is working with individuals and families to help them overcome everyday obstacles and unexpected events. I bring a wealth experiences both personally and professionally to counseling. Over the past 17 years I have worked with children and their families as a teacher, school counselor, and private practice for 11 of those years. I have had the opportunity to work with small group and individual counseling as well as parenting classes. As a counselor I have had extensive experience with with ADHD, anxiety, learning disorders, oppositional behavior, and trauma.
My passion is working with individuals and families to help them overcome everyday obstacles and unexpected events. I bring a wealth experiences both personally and professionally to counseling. Over the past 17 years I have worked with children and their families as a teacher, school counselor, and private practice for 11 of those years. I have had the opportunity to work with small group and individual counseling as well as parenting classes. As a counselor I have had extensive experience with with ADHD, anxiety, learning disorders, oppositional behavior, and trauma.
(512) 393-9195 View (512) 393-9195
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Jennifer Macchiaverna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Manchaca, TX 78652
Have you been feeling trapped by societal expectations, questioning your personal identity, facing relationship conflicts or stifling family dynamics and experiencing work or academic stress? Do you retreat from those closest to you, get locked into a negative mental feedback loop, or look to others for approval or seek out pleasure to avoid or distract from what you're feeling inside? Whichever path you choose for comfort, it's no longer effective. Recognizing this, you seek change in your approach, acknowledging the need for a new path towards comfort and security.
Have you been feeling trapped by societal expectations, questioning your personal identity, facing relationship conflicts or stifling family dynamics and experiencing work or academic stress? Do you retreat from those closest to you, get locked into a negative mental feedback loop, or look to others for approval or seek out pleasure to avoid or distract from what you're feeling inside? Whichever path you choose for comfort, it's no longer effective. Recognizing this, you seek change in your approach, acknowledging the need for a new path towards comfort and security.
(512) 722-7359 View (512) 722-7359

More Therapists Nearby

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Brad S Colbert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Buda, TX 78610
I am EMDR Certified with EMDRIA.
I am not accepting new clients at this time. Can you define success? Nothing is wasted in striving for your success. I use a strength-based therapeutic style to enhance the positive aspects each one of us possesses. There is no one definition of success. I would like listen to what you feel is your definition of success in life. There is no other individual on the planet just like you, and I look forward to creating an unconventional and unique experience. I offer a warm, safe environment to all my clients through my ability to be approachable, kind and authentic throughout the entire therapy process.
I am EMDR Certified with EMDRIA.
I am not accepting new clients at this time. Can you define success? Nothing is wasted in striving for your success. I use a strength-based therapeutic style to enhance the positive aspects each one of us possesses. There is no one definition of success. I would like listen to what you feel is your definition of success in life. There is no other individual on the planet just like you, and I look forward to creating an unconventional and unique experience. I offer a warm, safe environment to all my clients through my ability to be approachable, kind and authentic throughout the entire therapy process.
(512) 872-4565 View (512) 872-4565
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Dawn Brunkenhoefer
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buda, TX 78610
I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based CBT, Solution-Focused and Systemic Therapy.
Waking up to a new day, but it's like déjà vu all over again. The daily grind feels more like an endless loop of the same old routine, and despite the wins, something's missing. It's like living in Groundhog Day, minus the comedy. Behind the scenes, there's a tug of war happening. Success? Check. Anxiety? Triple check. It's a weird mix of "I'm doing okay" and "What am I doing with my life?" that's hard to ignore. Want to find meaning in the midst of the chaos? Learn to stop avoiding the "boogie monster", stop people pleasing, gain perspective, and set boundaries for yourself. Get in the driver's seat again. I see and hear you!
I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based CBT, Solution-Focused and Systemic Therapy.
Waking up to a new day, but it's like déjà vu all over again. The daily grind feels more like an endless loop of the same old routine, and despite the wins, something's missing. It's like living in Groundhog Day, minus the comedy. Behind the scenes, there's a tug of war happening. Success? Check. Anxiety? Triple check. It's a weird mix of "I'm doing okay" and "What am I doing with my life?" that's hard to ignore. Want to find meaning in the midst of the chaos? Learn to stop avoiding the "boogie monster", stop people pleasing, gain perspective, and set boundaries for yourself. Get in the driver's seat again. I see and hear you!
(512) 361-4673 View (512) 361-4673
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Stefanie Burke - - Texas Culinary Art Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78748
I am also trained in EMDR - feel free to ask me about it! If you want to know more or schedule an appointment, please call or email me and I'll be happy to answer any questions you may have! And if no one has said it today, I'm proud of you for taking this step.
The Texas Culinary Art Therapist - Stefanie Burke, LCSW. It is so easy to feel overwhelmed and disconnected with life, especially in times like these. Without the proper mental health tools to tackle your issues, you may find yourself in a repetitive loop of the same old behavioral patterns. It can be scary and frustrating to feel stuck in life and you may wonder where you went wrong. It may feel daunting to reach out to a therapist, but know that my sessions are free of judgment and are a safe place to talk and problem solve. I believe you have most of the answers you need: I'm merely the facilitator to help you in your crisis.
I am also trained in EMDR - feel free to ask me about it! If you want to know more or schedule an appointment, please call or email me and I'll be happy to answer any questions you may have! And if no one has said it today, I'm proud of you for taking this step.
The Texas Culinary Art Therapist - Stefanie Burke, LCSW. It is so easy to feel overwhelmed and disconnected with life, especially in times like these. Without the proper mental health tools to tackle your issues, you may find yourself in a repetitive loop of the same old behavioral patterns. It can be scary and frustrating to feel stuck in life and you may wonder where you went wrong. It may feel daunting to reach out to a therapist, but know that my sessions are free of judgment and are a safe place to talk and problem solve. I believe you have most of the answers you need: I'm merely the facilitator to help you in your crisis.
(512) 982-0321 View (512) 982-0321
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Wanda Montemayor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, ATCS, ATR-BC, RPT-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78748
Clinical Supervisor Wanda Montemayor is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S-AT), a Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC, ATCS) , a Registered Play Therapy Supervisor ( RPT-S) with a specialty in EMDR and animal-assisted therapy. In addition to her traditional counseling and therapy (talk therapy) methods, she integrates art therapy for her clients, as well as in community art projects throughout her community. Her unique background and experience, along with her diverse toolset, allow her to help clients overcome obstacles, grow, and heal. Wanda is offering in person therapy and teletherapy.
Clinical Supervisor Wanda Montemayor is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S-AT), a Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC, ATCS) , a Registered Play Therapy Supervisor ( RPT-S) with a specialty in EMDR and animal-assisted therapy. In addition to her traditional counseling and therapy (talk therapy) methods, she integrates art therapy for her clients, as well as in community art projects throughout her community. Her unique background and experience, along with her diverse toolset, allow her to help clients overcome obstacles, grow, and heal. Wanda is offering in person therapy and teletherapy.
(737) 204-3260 View (737) 204-3260
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Tzvi Prochnik (Enteave Counseling)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Buda, TX 78610
I have experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR trained, mindfulness and motivational interviewing.
Day and Evening Availability! - Hi, I'm Tzvi! (pronounced Suh-vee), I believe the most important element for positive change in a person’s life through therapy is the therapeutic alliance. This is why I will work with you to ensure you agree with treatment, goals, and a positive bond can be formed. I have the utmost respect for all clients who reach out for guidance. I understand the courage, perseverance, and vulnerability it takes to begin therapy. As a licensed clinical social worker, I take a kind, nonjudgmental approach so that you are better able to recognize what you need from sessions.
I have experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR trained, mindfulness and motivational interviewing.
Day and Evening Availability! - Hi, I'm Tzvi! (pronounced Suh-vee), I believe the most important element for positive change in a person’s life through therapy is the therapeutic alliance. This is why I will work with you to ensure you agree with treatment, goals, and a positive bond can be formed. I have the utmost respect for all clients who reach out for guidance. I understand the courage, perseverance, and vulnerability it takes to begin therapy. As a licensed clinical social worker, I take a kind, nonjudgmental approach so that you are better able to recognize what you need from sessions.
(737) 345-3978 View (737) 345-3978
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Bethany Frye
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buda, TX 78610
My ideal client would be an individual (any identification) aged 16-42 who might struggle with relationships, in the middle of a life transition, just received a diagnoses of like depression, has a mild to moderate substance use disorder, or who has been in recovery for a while or a student who has a learning disability and wants to start advocating for themselves. I work with CBT & EMDR to work on how our brain communicates to use and at times high jacks our emotions system.
My ideal client would be an individual (any identification) aged 16-42 who might struggle with relationships, in the middle of a life transition, just received a diagnoses of like depression, has a mild to moderate substance use disorder, or who has been in recovery for a while or a student who has a learning disability and wants to start advocating for themselves. I work with CBT & EMDR to work on how our brain communicates to use and at times high jacks our emotions system.
(737) 234-8095 View (737) 234-8095
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Angel Landrum
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, SAP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Buda, TX 78610
As an approved EMDR consultant, I offer consulting in EMDR Therapy to individuals seeking certification.
Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision. It's important that you feel comfortable. Finding a safe, confidential and collaborative experience in counseling is my goal. When meeting with adult clients I blend a number of treatment approaches in my work, including client centered, motivational interviewing, and solution focused therapies. My clients have described me as compassionate, respectful and supportive, with a good sense of humor. Each person is unique to their own personal experiences in therapy and I adapt my skills to fit your needs.
As an approved EMDR consultant, I offer consulting in EMDR Therapy to individuals seeking certification.
Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision. It's important that you feel comfortable. Finding a safe, confidential and collaborative experience in counseling is my goal. When meeting with adult clients I blend a number of treatment approaches in my work, including client centered, motivational interviewing, and solution focused therapies. My clients have described me as compassionate, respectful and supportive, with a good sense of humor. Each person is unique to their own personal experiences in therapy and I adapt my skills to fit your needs.
(512) 537-3280 View (512) 537-3280
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Jason Hewitt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMFT, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78748
I'm a Certified EMDR and IFS trained therapist.
Feeling stressed, anxious, on edge, not allowing yourself to feel happy for fear of the next bad thing that might happen. Highly sensitive, you get hurt easily and the emotions take over leaving you doubting yourself and not able to trust others. It’s getting in the way of your life and your relationships. Trying to avoid it, keep yourself busy, or think your way out of it isn’t working. Your insecurity tells you to put others first, but then you feel used or taken for granted. You so want to be seen, heard, and acknowledged.
I'm a Certified EMDR and IFS trained therapist.
Feeling stressed, anxious, on edge, not allowing yourself to feel happy for fear of the next bad thing that might happen. Highly sensitive, you get hurt easily and the emotions take over leaving you doubting yourself and not able to trust others. It’s getting in the way of your life and your relationships. Trying to avoid it, keep yourself busy, or think your way out of it isn’t working. Your insecurity tells you to put others first, but then you feel used or taken for granted. You so want to be seen, heard, and acknowledged.
(512) 872-5531 View (512) 872-5531
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Mandy Davidson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Buda, TX 78610
Not accepting new clients
I use CBT, Motivational Interviewing and EMDR (to help your brain adjust the way it processes and stores traumatic memories and information) with other techniques to tailor therapy to a client’s needs.
Sitting with people in their darkest moments is the most life-affirming work possible. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who brings my experience as an academic advisor, grief counselor, suicide hotline supervisor, and community agency therapist to support people through grief and loss (especially suicide loss), anxiety, career transitions, depression, trauma, and self-esteem issues. I often work with young adults navigating their first professional and personal crises. (Please note: I'm unfortunately not able to support clients with substance use issues; eating disorders; legal involvement; or OCD/ADHD concerns)
I use CBT, Motivational Interviewing and EMDR (to help your brain adjust the way it processes and stores traumatic memories and information) with other techniques to tailor therapy to a client’s needs.
Sitting with people in their darkest moments is the most life-affirming work possible. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who brings my experience as an academic advisor, grief counselor, suicide hotline supervisor, and community agency therapist to support people through grief and loss (especially suicide loss), anxiety, career transitions, depression, trauma, and self-esteem issues. I often work with young adults navigating their first professional and personal crises. (Please note: I'm unfortunately not able to support clients with substance use issues; eating disorders; legal involvement; or OCD/ADHD concerns)
(512) 549-6402 View (512) 549-6402
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Andy Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, C-ASWCM, C-SWHC
Verified Verified
Buda, TX 78610
Waitlist for new clients
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is another type of therapy in which I have specialized training.
I have been practicing as a therapist for more than 5 years and I have worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds. I work with adolescents 12+ and with adults of all ages. In addition to individual therapy, I also work with couples and families on a wide variety of topics. I like to say that I had a “short,” 14 year career in the Air Force before deciding to become a social worker. After separating from the Air Force, I attended UT Austin and earned my MSSW in my journey to becoming a licensed social worker.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is another type of therapy in which I have specialized training.
I have been practicing as a therapist for more than 5 years and I have worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds. I work with adolescents 12+ and with adults of all ages. In addition to individual therapy, I also work with couples and families on a wide variety of topics. I like to say that I had a “short,” 14 year career in the Air Force before deciding to become a social worker. After separating from the Air Force, I attended UT Austin and earned my MSSW in my journey to becoming a licensed social worker.
(512) 957-9164 View (512) 957-9164
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Crystal Kent
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC
Verified Verified
Buda, TX 78610
I am EMDR certified which is useful for traumatic experiences.
You're already feeling overwhelmed and things continue piling up. You question whether your unhappiness is situational or if it has something to do with your past. You want to feel better, but life seems out of balance and you feel hopeless. You need help getting back on track and sorting through what is contributing to your low mood, anxious thoughts, or troubled sleep.
I am EMDR certified which is useful for traumatic experiences.
You're already feeling overwhelmed and things continue piling up. You question whether your unhappiness is situational or if it has something to do with your past. You want to feel better, but life seems out of balance and you feel hopeless. You need help getting back on track and sorting through what is contributing to your low mood, anxious thoughts, or troubled sleep.
(830) 265-4455 View (830) 265-4455
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Crystal Lynn Suchyta
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buda, TX 78610  (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Crystal. I'm a Licensed professional counselor who loves working with women, college age and adolescent girls. I know it is not easy at times; trying to balance school/work , friendships, home life, and extracurricular activities. Many individual struggle to do those things while living with symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress and/or trauma. My goal is to help you overcome these difficult times by connecting and walking along side you in your journey toward growth and change. I provide a safe, warm place for clients to explore, challenge and replace those unhelpful thoughts and behaviors utilizing CBT and EMDR.
Hi! I'm Crystal. I'm a Licensed professional counselor who loves working with women, college age and adolescent girls. I know it is not easy at times; trying to balance school/work , friendships, home life, and extracurricular activities. Many individual struggle to do those things while living with symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress and/or trauma. My goal is to help you overcome these difficult times by connecting and walking along side you in your journey toward growth and change. I provide a safe, warm place for clients to explore, challenge and replace those unhelpful thoughts and behaviors utilizing CBT and EMDR.
(737) 637-4278 View (737) 637-4278
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Abundant Life Counseling Services, PA
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMFT-S, CST
Verified Verified
Buda, TX 78610
Each therapist on our staff of 12 has unique specialties, including therapy for adults and teens, play therapy, marriage counseling, sex therapy, affair recovery, EFT, EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS, family therapy, and premarital counseling.
Abundant Life Counseling Services, P.A., is a professional Christian counseling practice seeking to help people live and love more abundantly through practicing faith-based and traditional counseling methods. Each therapist on our staff is committed to helping you discover life beyond broken relationships, impaired thinking, painful behavior patterns, and debilitating intense emotions. You will be seen and known in your relational, emotional, psychological, or spiritual struggle, experiencing what it's like to be accepted, understood, and deeply challenged as your therapist joins you on a journey toward God's hope and healing.
Each therapist on our staff of 12 has unique specialties, including therapy for adults and teens, play therapy, marriage counseling, sex therapy, affair recovery, EFT, EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS, family therapy, and premarital counseling.
Abundant Life Counseling Services, P.A., is a professional Christian counseling practice seeking to help people live and love more abundantly through practicing faith-based and traditional counseling methods. Each therapist on our staff is committed to helping you discover life beyond broken relationships, impaired thinking, painful behavior patterns, and debilitating intense emotions. You will be seen and known in your relational, emotional, psychological, or spiritual struggle, experiencing what it's like to be accepted, understood, and deeply challenged as your therapist joins you on a journey toward God's hope and healing.
(512) 846-9396 View (512) 846-9396
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Staci McAdams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buda, TX 78610
Additionally, I offer EMDR therapy for unresolved traumas.
****PLEASE EMAIL FOR SCHEDULING*** Are you looking for a professional who can help you move through your emotional pain? Have you tried counseling before but it felt unsafe to open up? Traumatic experiences at any stage of life can make it difficult to trust others enough to experience the benefits of therapy. Therapy itself can become a challenge to overcome, but, the truth is we all need someone to open up to. If you want to learn how to process negative emotional disturbance so that you can feel a sense of relief and heal yourself, I can be there to guide your journey.
Additionally, I offer EMDR therapy for unresolved traumas.
****PLEASE EMAIL FOR SCHEDULING*** Are you looking for a professional who can help you move through your emotional pain? Have you tried counseling before but it felt unsafe to open up? Traumatic experiences at any stage of life can make it difficult to trust others enough to experience the benefits of therapy. Therapy itself can become a challenge to overcome, but, the truth is we all need someone to open up to. If you want to learn how to process negative emotional disturbance so that you can feel a sense of relief and heal yourself, I can be there to guide your journey.
(512) 580-8544 View (512) 580-8544

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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.