Our Approaches.

EMDR Therapy: Reprocessing Trauma, Reclaiming Your Life

WHY EMDR? REWIRING THE BRAIN FOR HEALING

Trauma has a way of keeping us stuck—memories, emotions, and physical sensations can remain trapped, making past experiences feel as overwhelming as the day they happened. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful, evidence-based therapy designed to help the brain reprocess distressing memories, allowing you to move forward without being controlled by the past.

Unlike traditional talk therapy, which primarily focuses on discussing experiences, EMDR works directly with the brain’s natural healing processes to shift how traumatic memories are stored. Research has shown that EMDR can significantly reduce trauma symptoms, helping people regain a sense of safety, clarity, and emotional balance. The American Psychological Association, the World Health Organization, and the Department of Veterans Affairs all recognize EMDR as one of the most effective treatments for PTSD and trauma-related symptoms.

HOW DOES EMDR WORK? REPROCESSING TRAUMA WITHOUT RELIVING IT

EMDR is based on the understanding that trauma disrupts the brain’s ability to process information properly. Through guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation, EMDR helps the brain integrate traumatic memories in a way that reduces their emotional intensity. This approach allows you to:

Reduce the emotional charge of distressing memories without having to relive them in detail.

Shift negative self-beliefs formed by past experiences.

Break free from patterns of fear, avoidance, or emotional reactivity.

Develop a greater sense of control over your thoughts and emotions.

Heal from past wounds while staying grounded in the present.

TRAUMA CAN KEEP YOU STUCK, BUT HEALING IS POSSIBLE

If you feel trapped by painful memories, overwhelming emotions, or patterns of self-protection that no longer serve you, EMDR can offer relief. Trauma can show up in many ways, including:

Intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, or nightmares.

Emotional numbness or feeling disconnected from yourself.

Anxiety, panic, or a constant sense of being on edge.

Self-doubt, shame, or feelings of unworthiness.

Avoidance of certain places, people, or situations.

Unexplained physical symptoms like tension, headaches, or fatigue.

EMDR helps the brain do what it was designed to do—heal. By working through trauma at a neurological level, EMDR allows you to experience relief that goes beyond just talking about your pain.

WE’RE HERE TO SUPPORT YOUR HEALING JOURNEY

Healing from trauma isn’t about forgetting the past—it’s about transforming how it affects you. Our therapists are highly trained in EMDR and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment for you to process, heal, and move forward.

Whether you’re struggling with PTSD, complex trauma, or lingering emotional pain from past experiences, you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Healing is possible, and you deserve to feel free, grounded, and in control of your life. Let’s take that step together.

IFS/Internal Family Systems Therapy

WHY IFS? TRANSFORMING INNER CONFLICT INTO HEALING

Trauma can leave lasting imprints on our inner world, creating internal conflict and emotional fragmentation. The mind and body may feel as though they are divided, with different parts of you struggling for attention and healing. Internal Family Systems (IFS) is an evidence-based approach that helps you reconnect with the parts of yourself that have been affected by trauma, allowing you to heal from the inside out.

IFS has been widely recognized as an effective method for healing trauma, with a growing body of research supporting its transformative benefits. IFS therapy works by guiding you to explore your internal world, uncovering the emotions, beliefs, and memories that may have been suppressed or unresolved. Through this process, you can heal past wounds, restore harmony within yourself, and move forward with greater peace and purpose.

Studies have shown that IFS can be effective in reducing trauma symptoms, improving emotional regulation, and helping individuals find lasting healing through self-compassion and internal integration.

HOW DOES IFS WORK? A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF YOUR INNER WORLD

Unlike traditional talk therapy, IFS works by helping you engage directly with the different "parts" of yourself that may have been shaped by past experiences, including trauma. These parts can be protective or wounded, and they each play a role in your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. IFS helps you identify, understand, and heal these parts, empowering you to transform your inner conflicts into sources of strength and wisdom.

In IFS, we create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore these parts without judgment. You’ll learn to identify the protector parts that may have taken on burdens, the wounded parts that hold pain, and the vulnerable parts that long for healing and integration. By reconnecting with these aspects of yourself, you’ll be able to release emotional blockages, heal trauma, and reclaim your true sense of self.

Trauma Can Create Lasting Imprints, But Healing is Possible

Trauma can leave you feeling fragmented, disconnected, and stuck in patterns that prevent you from moving forward. You may experience:

Intrusive thoughts or memories

Emotional numbness or avoidance

Self-criticism, guilt, or shame

Difficulty trusting yourself or others

Overwhelm or emotional reactivity

Patterns of self-sabotage or destructive behaviors

IFS helps you move past these barriers by fostering self-awareness and self-compassion, giving you the tools to integrate your parts into a harmonious whole.

We’re Here to Guide You on Your Healing Journey

We believe that healing is not a destination but a process, and we’re here to walk with you every step of the way. Our therapists are skilled in IFS and are passionate about helping individuals who have experienced trauma to heal, reclaim their inner peace, and move forward with greater emotional resilience. Whether you’re struggling with past trauma, self-doubt, or emotional conflict, we are here to support you.

Healing is deeply personal and unique, but we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing space for you to explore, heal, and grow. Our approach is rooted in empathy, non-judgment, and a belief in your inherent strength and potential. Together, we can help you restore balance, reclaim your life, and find lasting healing.

IFS-Informed EMDR Therapy

WHY IFS-INFORMED EMDR? HEALING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE MIND AND BODY

Trauma can leave you feeling fragmented, as if parts of you are locked in the past—emotionally, mentally, or physically. You may find that certain memories or experiences continue to impact your present, causing distress, confusion, or even a sense of being stuck. IFS-Informed EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) combines the best of two transformative approaches to help you heal from the inside out, reconnecting fragmented parts and facilitating deep healing.

Both IFS and EMDR are backed by extensive research and have been proven to significantly reduce trauma symptoms. When combined, they create a comprehensive treatment for trauma that works with your inner world, helps release stuck memories, and integrates healing at the deepest level of mind and body. IFS-Informed EMDR acknowledges the importance of understanding your parts, your inner experience, and your body’s response to trauma while guiding you to process and reframe distressing memories through EMDR.

This approach creates a safe, compassionate environment for you to heal, allowing for transformative shifts that are not only emotional but also embodied and lasting.

HOW DOES IFS-INFORMED EMDR WORK?

IFS-Informed EMDR builds on the strengths of both therapies, allowing you to heal trauma while understanding and integrating the parts of yourself that may still carry pain, fear, or unresolved emotions. EMDR is an effective, evidence-based technique for processing trauma, but when combined with IFS, it deepens the work by honoring your internal parts and their roles in your healing process.

With IFS-Informed EMDR, we guide you to access and understand the parts of yourself that hold past wounds, while using EMDR’s bilateral stimulation to help your brain process these memories in a safe and adaptive way. The result is a holistic healing experience that integrates your mind, emotions, and body, so you can move forward with greater peace, clarity, and wholeness.

Trauma Can Impact Every Part of You, but Healing is Within Reach

Trauma doesn’t just affect our minds—it impacts our emotions, behaviors, and the very way we relate to ourselves and others. IFS-Informed EMDR helps you heal from the inside out by releasing stored trauma, reducing emotional reactivity, and creating internal harmony. If you’ve experienced trauma, you may have noticed:

Emotional or physical flashbacks

Difficulty feeling grounded or present

Emotional numbing or feeling disconnected from others

Struggling with overwhelming thoughts or intrusive memories

Self-doubt, guilt, or shame that feels inescapable

Repeating patterns of fear or anxiety that hold you back

IFS-Informed EMDR allows you to not only process these painful memories but also to connect with the parts of you that have been impacted by them, releasing old burdens and fostering a deeper sense of integration and self-compassion.

We’re Here to Walk With You on This Transformative Journey

Healing from trauma is an ongoing journey, but you don’t have to walk it alone. Our team of skilled therapists is trained in IFS-Informed EMDR and deeply understands the complexities of trauma and its impact on the whole self. We’re committed to creating a safe, supportive environment for you to explore, process, and heal.

Whether you’re dealing with the effects of past trauma or navigating current life challenges, we are here to meet you where you are and provide the tools and support needed to move forward with confidence. We believe in your ability to heal and thrive, and we are dedicated to guiding you on your path to reclaiming peace, joy, and resilience.

Attachment Therapy: Healing Through Connection

WHY ATTACHMENT THEORY? UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACT OF EARLY RELATIONSHIPS

Our earliest relationships shape how we connect with ourselves and others. If you’ve ever struggled with trust, feared abandonment, or found yourself stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns, these challenges may be rooted in early attachment experiences. Attachment Theory helps us understand how these deep-seated patterns develop and, more importantly, how we can heal them to build healthier, more fulfilling connections.

Attachment wounds can stem from experiences of emotional neglect, inconsistent caregiving, or past relationship hurt. These wounds may lead to feelings of unworthiness, anxiety in relationships, or difficulty feeling safe with others. But the good news is that attachment patterns are not set in stone—they can be healed with the right support, allowing you to experience deeper trust, connection, and emotional security.

HOW DOES ATTACHMENT-BASED HEALING WORK?

Attachment-focused therapy helps you identify and reshape the relational patterns that may be keeping you stuck. By exploring your past experiences and how they influence your present, you can begin to:

Feel Safe in Relationships – Learn to trust yourself and others, knowing that you are worthy of love and support.

Break Free from Unhealthy Patterns – Shift from anxiety, avoidance, or emotional shutdown to more balanced, fulfilling connections.

Heal from Past Wounds – Release fears of abandonment, rejection, or feeling "not enough" so you can experience love and security.

Develop Emotional Resilience – Strengthen your ability to regulate emotions, communicate effectively, and build deeper, more meaningful relationships.

HEALING ATTACHMENT WOUNDS IS POSSIBLE

If you find yourself struggling with relationship anxiety, difficulty setting boundaries, or patterns of emotional disconnection, you are not alone. Healing attachment wounds isn’t just about relationships with others—it’s also about deepening your relationship with yourself.

Our approach provides a compassionate space to explore these challenges and develop healthier ways of connecting. No matter what your past experiences have been, healing is possible, and we’re here to help you create the secure, fulfilling relationships you deserve.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Finding Balance in Emotion and Life

WHY DBT? TURNING EMOTIONAL CHAOS INTO STABILITY

When emotions feel overwhelming or relationships feel out of control, it can be hard to find balance. You might struggle with intense feelings, impulsive reactions, or difficulty managing stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach that helps you develop the skills to navigate life’s challenges with greater stability, confidence, and resilience.

Originally developed to support individuals with intense emotional experiences, DBT has been widely recognized as a powerful tool for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and building healthier relationships. By combining mindfulness, acceptance, and practical coping strategies, DBT empowers you to break free from unhealthy patterns and create a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling.

HOW DOES DBT WORK? PRACTICAL SKILLS FOR LASTING CHANGE

Unlike traditional talk therapy, DBT focuses on building real-life skills that you can use immediately. This structured approach helps you:

Regulate Intense Emotions – Learn how to manage overwhelming feelings without shutting down or reacting impulsively.

Improve Relationships – Develop better communication, set healthy boundaries, and navigate conflict effectively.

Cope with Stress and Crisis – Gain tools to handle distressing situations without resorting to harmful behaviors.

Increase Mindfulness and Self-Awareness – Stay present in the moment, reduce negative thought patterns, and cultivate self-compassion.

Find Balance Between Acceptance and Change – Learn how to accept yourself as you are while also making meaningful changes in your life.

HEALING IS POSSIBLE: YOU DON’T HAVE TO STRUGGLE ALONE

If you feel stuck in emotional ups and downs, struggle with self-destructive habits, or find it hard to maintain healthy relationships, DBT can help you build the tools you need to regain control. With guidance and practice, you can learn to respond to life’s challenges with clarity, confidence, and resilience.

Our team is here to support you in this journey. Whether you’re dealing with past trauma, overwhelming emotions, or relationship difficulties, we provide a compassionate, structured space to help you heal and grow. You are not alone, and with the right support, lasting change is possible.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Moving Forward with Purpose

WHY ACT? BREAKING FREE FROM STRUGGLE AND EMBRACING LIFE

Life can be challenging, and sometimes, the harder we fight against painful thoughts and emotions, the more stuck we feel. If you’ve ever found yourself trapped in cycles of anxiety, self-doubt, or avoidance, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) offers a different approach—one that helps you let go of the struggle and build a meaningful, fulfilling life.

ACT is an evidence-based therapy that focuses on increasing psychological flexibility, meaning you learn to respond to thoughts and emotions in a way that aligns with your values rather than letting them control your choices. Instead of trying to suppress or change difficult feelings, ACT helps you develop a healthier relationship with them so you can focus on what truly matters to you.

HOW DOES ACT WORK? SHIFTING FROM AVOIDANCE TO ENGAGEMENT

Rather than trying to eliminate painful emotions, ACT teaches you how to accept them while still taking meaningful action. Through mindfulness, self-compassion, and values-based decision-making, ACT helps you:

Develop greater awareness of your thoughts and emotions without being controlled by them.

Let go of the struggle against fear, anxiety, or self-doubt and instead focus on what brings you fulfillment.

Build resilience and flexibility in the face of life’s challenges.

Identify and commit to actions that align with your deepest values, even when discomfort arises.

Cultivate self-compassion and reduce self-judgment.

YOU CAN CREATE A LIFE THAT FEELS MEANINGFUL AND AUTHENTIC

If you feel stuck in patterns of avoidance, fear, or emotional struggle, ACT can help you break free and reconnect with what truly matters. Healing isn’t about eliminating pain—it’s about learning how to move forward with courage and clarity, even when discomfort is present.

We’re here to support you in this process. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, trauma, or major life transitions, ACT can help you build a life that feels purposeful and aligned with your values. You don’t have to wait until everything feels perfect to start living fully. The time to begin is now.

Somatic Therapy: Healing Trauma Through the Body

WHY SOMATIC THERAPY? RELEASING TRAUMA STORED IN THE BODY

Trauma doesn’t just affect the mind—it lives in the body. When we experience overwhelming events, our nervous system can become stuck in patterns of fight, flight, or freeze, leaving us feeling disconnected, tense, or unable to fully relax. Somatic Therapy is a body-based approach that helps release trauma stored in the nervous system, allowing you to process emotions in a way that feels safe and grounding.

Somatic healing recognizes that trauma is not just something we think about—it’s something we feel. While traditional talk therapy focuses on processing memories and emotions through conversation, Somatic Therapy works by integrating body awareness, movement, and breath to help you gently release stored tension and reconnect with a sense of safety. Research has shown that somatic approaches can be highly effective in reducing trauma symptoms, improving emotional regulation, and restoring a sense of balance and well-being.

HOW DOES SOMATIC THERAPY WORK? A HOLISTIC PATH TO HEALING

Unlike traditional therapy, which primarily focuses on thoughts and emotions, Somatic Therapy engages the body as a key part of the healing process. Through guided techniques such as grounding exercises, breathwork, mindful movement, and nervous system regulation, this approach helps you:

Release stored tension and trauma from the body.

Develop a deeper connection with yourself and your emotions.

Reduce chronic stress, anxiety, and hypervigilance.

Regain a sense of control over your physical and emotional responses.

Cultivate self-awareness and resilience through body-based practices.

TRAUMA CAN AFFECT THE BODY, BUT HEALING IS POSSIBLE

If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of stress, disconnected from your emotions, or unable to fully relax, your body may be holding onto trauma in ways you don’t even realize. You may experience:

Chronic muscle tension or unexplained pain

Feelings of numbness or disconnection from your body

Trouble relaxing or feeling safe in your own skin

Persistent anxiety or an overactive nervous system

A sense of being "stuck" in emotional or physical patterns

Somatic Therapy helps you move beyond these barriers by working with—not against—your body’s natural healing capacity. Instead of reliving trauma, you’ll learn to process and release it in a way that feels safe, gentle, and empowering.

WE’RE HERE TO SUPPORT YOU ON YOUR HEALING JOURNEY

Healing is not just about processing emotions—it’s about feeling safe, whole, and connected in your body. Our therapists are trained in Somatic Therapy and are committed to helping you navigate trauma, stress, and emotional wounds through a compassionate, body-centered approach.

Whether you’re struggling with past trauma, chronic stress, or feeling disconnected from yourself, we are here to support you. You deserve to feel at home in your body, and healing is possible. Let’s begin this journey together.