EMDR Therapists in Mansfield, TX
Crystal U Valdez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mansfield, TX 76063 (Online Only)
I am EMDR trained and specialize in treatment of extensive trauma history and persistent depression/ anxiety.
I serve the adults who are from underrepresented groups aiming to break free of generational cycles. I help people who want to define healthy boundaries, become comfortable in their own skin, and create a future that serves them- not those around them. My clients are individuals that want to step out of their trauma responses, defense mechanisms, and find healthier options for managing their emotions. We are working towards being able to build and maintain stability long-term. I offer both individual therapy and group therapy to help my clients move forward in their healing.
I am EMDR trained and specialize in treatment of extensive trauma history and persistent depression/ anxiety.
I serve the adults who are from underrepresented groups aiming to break free of generational cycles. I help people who want to define healthy boundaries, become comfortable in their own skin, and create a future that serves them- not those around them. My clients are individuals that want to step out of their trauma responses, defense mechanisms, and find healthier options for managing their emotions. We are working towards being able to build and maintain stability long-term. I offer both individual therapy and group therapy to help my clients move forward in their healing.
Guy Earle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC, MAMF, DMin
Verified Verified
Mansfield, TX 76063 (Online Only)
My name is “Guy.” I have overseen a counselor center for over 15 years and have had the honor to supervise and be a field teacher for therapist in training. I have been on a journey of what are the secrets to lasting change. That journey allowed me to be trained in Rapid Resolution Therapy, EMDR, Coherence Therapy, CBT, Certified Training in Neuro Linguistic Programming, which led me to creating Transformational Schema Therapy. If you are open to assessing your childhood wounds, and traumatic experience which are at the root to our negative programming. My mission is to help eliminate the emotional pains of others.
My name is “Guy.” I have overseen a counselor center for over 15 years and have had the honor to supervise and be a field teacher for therapist in training. I have been on a journey of what are the secrets to lasting change. That journey allowed me to be trained in Rapid Resolution Therapy, EMDR, Coherence Therapy, CBT, Certified Training in Neuro Linguistic Programming, which led me to creating Transformational Schema Therapy. If you are open to assessing your childhood wounds, and traumatic experience which are at the root to our negative programming. My mission is to help eliminate the emotional pains of others.
Accepting new clients! As a trauma-informed therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate the complexities of trauma, including complex PTSD, childhood trauma, and religious trauma. With a background in supporting the first responder community and training in EMDR, I am dedicated to fostering healing and growth. At the heart of my practice are encouragement and empathy, which I consider essential in building strong counseling relationships. My approach to counseling is holistic, focusing on autonomy, choice, and free will while honoring the rich diversity of each client.
Accepting new clients! As a trauma-informed therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate the complexities of trauma, including complex PTSD, childhood trauma, and religious trauma. With a background in supporting the first responder community and training in EMDR, I am dedicated to fostering healing and growth. At the heart of my practice are encouragement and empathy, which I consider essential in building strong counseling relationships. My approach to counseling is holistic, focusing on autonomy, choice, and free will while honoring the rich diversity of each client.
Krissy Litwiler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Mansfield, TX 76063
I have a desire to create a safe, non-judgmental, empathic, environment during the counseling process. I truly believe when people feel comfortable to become vulnerable and share their stories then true healing, strength, and freedom can happen to move on from past and present hurts. I am an EMDR trained therapist who can work with clients on a whole range of traumas or adverse emotional experiences. My work has included issues around anxiety, domestic violence, stress, depression, life adjustments, substance use, relationship issues, young adult issues & working through cross-cultural adjustments.
I have a desire to create a safe, non-judgmental, empathic, environment during the counseling process. I truly believe when people feel comfortable to become vulnerable and share their stories then true healing, strength, and freedom can happen to move on from past and present hurts. I am an EMDR trained therapist who can work with clients on a whole range of traumas or adverse emotional experiences. My work has included issues around anxiety, domestic violence, stress, depression, life adjustments, substance use, relationship issues, young adult issues & working through cross-cultural adjustments.
Suzanne Skeete Benites
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mansfield, TX 76063
I am trauma-informed, trained in Internal Family Systems, EMDR and IFS informed EMDR.
Are you looking for help with anxiety, social anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, mood swings, vicious inner critic attacks, toxic shame, fawning, codependency, hair triggered fight/flight responses, oversensitivity in stressful situations, dissociation and/or suicidal ideation? These symptoms are often linked with a blueprint developed to survive childhood trauma (physical, sexual, verbal, emotional) and physical or emotional neglect. Is your blueprint that helped you survive childhood now interfering with work, friendships or relationships? There is a way out of your self-perpetuating patterns and trauma.
I am trauma-informed, trained in Internal Family Systems, EMDR and IFS informed EMDR.
Are you looking for help with anxiety, social anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, mood swings, vicious inner critic attacks, toxic shame, fawning, codependency, hair triggered fight/flight responses, oversensitivity in stressful situations, dissociation and/or suicidal ideation? These symptoms are often linked with a blueprint developed to survive childhood trauma (physical, sexual, verbal, emotional) and physical or emotional neglect. Is your blueprint that helped you survive childhood now interfering with work, friendships or relationships? There is a way out of your self-perpetuating patterns and trauma.
Stephanie Fox
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Mansfield, TX 76063
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapist, and also use CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).
Hello! I am glad you're here :) My name is Stephanie Fox and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified EMDR Therapist, with a Master's in Education. For 14 years, I worked in the public school system where I found my love of helping people regulate big emotions. Since then, I have specialized in working with all ages concentrating on coping with anxiety, ADHD, and processing trauma. I believe that we are all way more capable than we give ourselves credit for, and that no matter what, things can -and will- get better.
I am a Certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapist, and also use CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).
Hello! I am glad you're here :) My name is Stephanie Fox and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified EMDR Therapist, with a Master's in Education. For 14 years, I worked in the public school system where I found my love of helping people regulate big emotions. Since then, I have specialized in working with all ages concentrating on coping with anxiety, ADHD, and processing trauma. I believe that we are all way more capable than we give ourselves credit for, and that no matter what, things can -and will- get better.
Lindsey Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ADHD-CP, C-DBT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mansfield, TX 76063
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing therapy ( EMDR) and Internal Family Systems.
I specialize in providing therapy for individuals who are dealing with ADHD and Borderline Personality Disorder; however, I am also well-versed in treating PTSD/CPTSD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and personality disorders. I am confident that I can help you work through the challenges you are facing in your life. My therapy sessions are designed for individuals who prefer a more conversational style of therapy. My approach is direct, straightforward, and highly effective. I am a therapist for people who don't like traditional therapy and are looking for something different.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing therapy ( EMDR) and Internal Family Systems.
I specialize in providing therapy for individuals who are dealing with ADHD and Borderline Personality Disorder; however, I am also well-versed in treating PTSD/CPTSD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and personality disorders. I am confident that I can help you work through the challenges you are facing in your life. My therapy sessions are designed for individuals who prefer a more conversational style of therapy. My approach is direct, straightforward, and highly effective. I am a therapist for people who don't like traditional therapy and are looking for something different.
Mone't Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mansfield, TX 76063 (Online Only)
I am Mone't Smith, a licensed professional counselor who has been providing therapy services for over 8 years. My vast experiences include inpatient and outpatient mental health care, school counseling, grief counseling, individual sessions for adults and teenagers, group sessions in mental health and substance abuse. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy. EMDR therapy is used to treat trauma, distressing life experiences, depression, and anxiety. Our strengths include working with various forms of traumatic experiences and helping clients break free from childhood trauma.
I am Mone't Smith, a licensed professional counselor who has been providing therapy services for over 8 years. My vast experiences include inpatient and outpatient mental health care, school counseling, grief counseling, individual sessions for adults and teenagers, group sessions in mental health and substance abuse. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy. EMDR therapy is used to treat trauma, distressing life experiences, depression, and anxiety. Our strengths include working with various forms of traumatic experiences and helping clients break free from childhood trauma.
Kimberly Neufeld
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mansfield, TX 76063
I am an EMDR trained therapist and through continuously observing the impact that EMDR has on healing, it has fueled my passion for helping people overcome past struggles and embrace a brighter, more fulfilling future.
Hi! My name is Kimberly and I firmly believe in putting my clients at the center of their therapeutic journey. It's all about collaboration—working together to find the best path forward. I have a diverse theoretical background in counseling. I'm equipped to support individuals, couples, and families through the ups and downs of your personal life and relationships.
I am an EMDR trained therapist and through continuously observing the impact that EMDR has on healing, it has fueled my passion for helping people overcome past struggles and embrace a brighter, more fulfilling future.
Hi! My name is Kimberly and I firmly believe in putting my clients at the center of their therapeutic journey. It's all about collaboration—working together to find the best path forward. I have a diverse theoretical background in counseling. I'm equipped to support individuals, couples, and families through the ups and downs of your personal life and relationships.
Tomas Altamirano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mansfield, TX 76063 (Online Only)
One of my specialties is in EMDR therapy, a treatment that is designed for trauma, no matter how innocuous it may seem.
I enjoy working with folks who've tried therapy before, and didn't get what they needed. I love trying out more creative approaches to therapy, and I make sure we're collaborating to find that path you've been searching for. Some of my most rewarding clients are those struggling with self-worth, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Since most folks have struggled with a least a few of these issues, I find myself well equipped to work with just about anyone. Whether you're already motivated and aware of what changes you want to make, or just getting started on your mental health journey, I'll be happy to lend a hand how I can.
One of my specialties is in EMDR therapy, a treatment that is designed for trauma, no matter how innocuous it may seem.
I enjoy working with folks who've tried therapy before, and didn't get what they needed. I love trying out more creative approaches to therapy, and I make sure we're collaborating to find that path you've been searching for. Some of my most rewarding clients are those struggling with self-worth, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Since most folks have struggled with a least a few of these issues, I find myself well equipped to work with just about anyone. Whether you're already motivated and aware of what changes you want to make, or just getting started on your mental health journey, I'll be happy to lend a hand how I can.
Nicci Staggs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mansfield, TX 76063
My theoretical approach stems from Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing ( EMDR).
It’s hard to imagine all that our youth are exposed to these days! My passion is helping young people deal with life. As an educator and Certified School Counselor, I’ve witnessed the struggles that our youth face on a daily basis.
My theoretical approach stems from Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing ( EMDR).
It’s hard to imagine all that our youth are exposed to these days! My passion is helping young people deal with life. As an educator and Certified School Counselor, I’ve witnessed the struggles that our youth face on a daily basis.
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Melissa McGee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mansfield, TX 76063
I utilize techniques from CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, EMDR, and creative arts to empower people to accomplish their goals and pursue their dreams, until therapy is no longer needed.
I enjoy teenagers and adults from all backgrounds, and I'm enthusiastic about helping clients achieve success in all areas of life. Life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and stress can get in the way of living a fulfilling life. I believe each person, regardless of age, has personal strengths that can be utilized to fulfill their dreams. Clients recognize my office as a safe and calm place to express thoughts and receive a nonjudgmental response. I am happy to work with individuals, couples, and families to achieve their goals. I'm also passionate about school counselors pursuing their LPC license.
I utilize techniques from CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, EMDR, and creative arts to empower people to accomplish their goals and pursue their dreams, until therapy is no longer needed.
I enjoy teenagers and adults from all backgrounds, and I'm enthusiastic about helping clients achieve success in all areas of life. Life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and stress can get in the way of living a fulfilling life. I believe each person, regardless of age, has personal strengths that can be utilized to fulfill their dreams. Clients recognize my office as a safe and calm place to express thoughts and receive a nonjudgmental response. I am happy to work with individuals, couples, and families to achieve their goals. I'm also passionate about school counselors pursuing their LPC license.
FaithworX Counseling Services & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Mansfield, TX 76063
I am Enneagram informed and EMDR trained.
Election anxiety? Awaken to your true self and learn to love and fully accept yourself, accept the past and create a new future! Create new concepts that will change your life. Have you been feeling stuck, like you can't seem to move forward and are repeating the same patterns over and over again? We are here to help, identify root causes so you can plant a new seed. Are you healing from divorce, codependency, feeling lost professionally, parenting challenges or experiencing depression or anxiety, therapy will help! Restructure limiting beliefs today. We look forward to being part of your transformational journey! Call today!
I am Enneagram informed and EMDR trained.
Election anxiety? Awaken to your true self and learn to love and fully accept yourself, accept the past and create a new future! Create new concepts that will change your life. Have you been feeling stuck, like you can't seem to move forward and are repeating the same patterns over and over again? We are here to help, identify root causes so you can plant a new seed. Are you healing from divorce, codependency, feeling lost professionally, parenting challenges or experiencing depression or anxiety, therapy will help! Restructure limiting beliefs today. We look forward to being part of your transformational journey! Call today!
Regal Oak Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, CFRC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mansfield, TX 76063
Christian counseling and EMDR services available.
Our counselors see individuals, couples, families, and groups. Their specializations address specific areas of difficulty to help you find healing and empowerment, in a genuinely caring, safe therapeutic relationship. We enjoying helping those who struggle with relationship issues, work/life transitions, grief/loss, crisis/trauma and other concerns. Other services provided include EMDR and Neurofeedback.
Christian counseling and EMDR services available.
Our counselors see individuals, couples, families, and groups. Their specializations address specific areas of difficulty to help you find healing and empowerment, in a genuinely caring, safe therapeutic relationship. We enjoying helping those who struggle with relationship issues, work/life transitions, grief/loss, crisis/trauma and other concerns. Other services provided include EMDR and Neurofeedback.
Megan Coblentz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mansfield, TX 76063
Approaches I commonly use in counseling include Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), Behavioral SkillsTraining, Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy ( EMDR), and Marriage and Family Therapies.
Hi I'm Megan- If you are here it's likely because their is a painful element or many painful elements to your life and you are wanting to move through them. I'm here to help you hold pain differently. I meet people where they are first at foremost. You'll find a reflective and validating counseling environment with me. I also like to flood in skills to empower you, especially in the face of struggle. I enjoy working with adolescents, adult individuals, and couples. I respect all religions and faith backgrounds.
Approaches I commonly use in counseling include Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), Behavioral SkillsTraining, Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy ( EMDR), and Marriage and Family Therapies.
Hi I'm Megan- If you are here it's likely because their is a painful element or many painful elements to your life and you are wanting to move through them. I'm here to help you hold pain differently. I meet people where they are first at foremost. You'll find a reflective and validating counseling environment with me. I also like to flood in skills to empower you, especially in the face of struggle. I enjoy working with adolescents, adult individuals, and couples. I respect all religions and faith backgrounds.
Holistic Approach to Mental Health, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Mansfield, TX 76063
Trauma-focused/ EMDR therapist with a holistic approach to mental health, short and long term mindfulness practices, live a purposeful life by developing healthy patterns of thoughts and surround oneself with significant relationships, successfully navigate transitions in life.
Whose life has not been touched by loss or trauma? It differs in intensity and complexity. Tired of old patterns that end up with similar results...depression, estrangement, addiction, sleep problems, nightmares, anger, denial, guilt, regret, shame and/or fear? With varying benefits and risks, I have seen time and time again the benefits of therapy. Holistic-oriented EMDR psychotherapist, Mindfulness and Somatic/body-oriented therapist, and Nutritional and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health. Initial phone consultation is free! Telehealth (telephonic and video sessions). https://www.holisticapproachmentalhealth.net/
Trauma-focused/ EMDR therapist with a holistic approach to mental health, short and long term mindfulness practices, live a purposeful life by developing healthy patterns of thoughts and surround oneself with significant relationships, successfully navigate transitions in life.
Whose life has not been touched by loss or trauma? It differs in intensity and complexity. Tired of old patterns that end up with similar results...depression, estrangement, addiction, sleep problems, nightmares, anger, denial, guilt, regret, shame and/or fear? With varying benefits and risks, I have seen time and time again the benefits of therapy. Holistic-oriented EMDR psychotherapist, Mindfulness and Somatic/body-oriented therapist, and Nutritional and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health. Initial phone consultation is free! Telehealth (telephonic and video sessions). https://www.holisticapproachmentalhealth.net/
I am EMDR-trained and use CBT, EMDR and other approaches to help my clients to identify and cope more adaptively with their stressors, overcome obstacles and improve their lives.
I specialize in helping professionals, other adults, and teens struggling with issues that adversely impact their lives and careers. This includes challenges such as trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, depression, and relationship issues. I have worked with at-risk teens and young adults, helping them to cope with the thoughts and emotions resulting from abuse, neglect, addiction, and food and housing insecurity. In addition to counseling, I have practiced law for 26 years and been a mediator for 19.
I am EMDR-trained and use CBT, EMDR and other approaches to help my clients to identify and cope more adaptively with their stressors, overcome obstacles and improve their lives.
I specialize in helping professionals, other adults, and teens struggling with issues that adversely impact their lives and careers. This includes challenges such as trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, depression, and relationship issues. I have worked with at-risk teens and young adults, helping them to cope with the thoughts and emotions resulting from abuse, neglect, addiction, and food and housing insecurity. In addition to counseling, I have practiced law for 26 years and been a mediator for 19.
Thought I am primarily an EMDR/ART therapist, I present an eclectic means for achieving goals which includes EMDR, ART, EFT, meditation, mindfulness, and visualization in addition to more traditional methods.
Are you having difficulty maintaining focus and presence of mind? Do you forget things and have difficulty sleeping? Do you sometimes feel like something is wrong with you? If you or your teen struggles with anxiety, ADHD, depression, grief, and low self-esteem, EMDR or ART can help to desensitize to trauma and develop the tools needed to create balance and harmony in mind, body, spirit, life & relationships. You and/or your teen will feel empowered as you develop the self-awareness required for that breakthrough you have been longing for.
Thought I am primarily an EMDR/ART therapist, I present an eclectic means for achieving goals which includes EMDR, ART, EFT, meditation, mindfulness, and visualization in addition to more traditional methods.
Are you having difficulty maintaining focus and presence of mind? Do you forget things and have difficulty sleeping? Do you sometimes feel like something is wrong with you? If you or your teen struggles with anxiety, ADHD, depression, grief, and low self-esteem, EMDR or ART can help to desensitize to trauma and develop the tools needed to create balance and harmony in mind, body, spirit, life & relationships. You and/or your teen will feel empowered as you develop the self-awareness required for that breakthrough you have been longing for.
I believe therapy can be helpful in any season and I am here to offer a safe and supportive environment. I want you to feel heard, validated, and supported as we walk through this season together. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have experience working with a variety of ages and settings. My prior experience includes private practice, emergency medical psychiatric care, completing mental health assessments, and crisis intervention. I am a trained EMDR therapist dedicated to helping clients overcome trauma, anxiety, and other emotional challenges. I offer EMDR sessions to facilitate healing and promote mental well-being.
I believe therapy can be helpful in any season and I am here to offer a safe and supportive environment. I want you to feel heard, validated, and supported as we walk through this season together. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have experience working with a variety of ages and settings. My prior experience includes private practice, emergency medical psychiatric care, completing mental health assessments, and crisis intervention. I am a trained EMDR therapist dedicated to helping clients overcome trauma, anxiety, and other emotional challenges. I offer EMDR sessions to facilitate healing and promote mental well-being.
I'm trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
I'm a licensed clinical social worker. I began my career working with veterans, first responders, and their families. I still work closely with this population today, and I also work with civilians. I have experience working with complex trauma and many forms of addiction. I have experience addressing PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, addictive behaviors, adults that have experienced physical, emotional, and psychological abuse, and adults that have unresolved childhood trauma.
I'm trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
I'm a licensed clinical social worker. I began my career working with veterans, first responders, and their families. I still work closely with this population today, and I also work with civilians. I have experience working with complex trauma and many forms of addiction. I have experience addressing PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, addictive behaviors, adults that have experienced physical, emotional, and psychological abuse, and adults that have unresolved childhood trauma.
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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.