EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
EMDR therapy is a psychotherapy method effective in treating emotional distress stemming from traumatic experiences, showing results far more rapidly than traditional therapies. It challenges the notion that severe emotional pain necessitates lengthy treatment, akin to physical wounds healing naturally. By stimulating the brain's information processing system, EMDR facilitates the resolution of psychological trauma, allowing healing to occur more swiftly. EMDR utilizes specific protocols to assist clients in activating their innate healing mechanisms, restoring mental well-being.
Somatics
Soma = Body
Somatic therapy is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on the connection between the mind and body, recognizing that emotional issues can manifest physically. It integrates talk therapy with bodily experiences to address trauma, stress, and other psychological concerns. Through techniques such as mindfulness, body awareness, and movement, somatic therapy aims to release tension held in the body and promote healing on both physical and emotional levels. By exploring sensations, emotions, and bodily responses, individuals can gain insight into their internal experiences and cultivate greater resilience.
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Please ask about any specific activities you'd like to incorporate into therapy (e.g. yoga, hiking, walking, basketball, art, etc.)
Lifespan Integration
Lifespan Integration is a psychotherapy method that addresses how past traumas affect present behaviors and emotions by integrating memories into the body-mind system. It relies on the understanding of neural networks and the body's innate healing capacity to regulate emotions and reactions. Therapists use techniques like establishing timelines and attunement to help clients understand that past events no longer dictate present responses, promoting a stronger connection between body and mind for improved emotional regulation and overall well-being. Clients participate by allowing memories to surface during sessions, with therapists guiding the process and offering support for emotional regulation.
Pain Reprocessing
Pain Reprocessing Therapy is a therapeutic approach designed to alleviate chronic pain by addressing the underlying psychological factors contributing to it. It focuses on reprocessing emotional and psychological trauma stored in the body, using techniques such as mindfulness, cognitive restructuring, and somatic experiencing. By addressing the root causes of pain, clients can experience relief and improved well-being. Therapists work collaboratively with clients to identify and reframe maladaptive thought patterns and behaviors associated with pain, promoting healing and increased quality of life.
Couples
Couples therapy offers a supportive environment where partners can address a variety of challenges and enhance their relationship. Whether preparing for marriage or seeking to improve communication, therapy provides tools to navigate differences and strengthen emotional bonds. It also addresses issues like sexual intimacy and parenting conflicts, helping couples develop strategies to align their expectations and parenting styles. By fostering open dialogue and understanding, therapy can promote healthier dynamics, increased satisfaction, and long-term relationship resilience.
Families
Family therapy addresses issues within the family system and its dynamics. It focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and fostering healthy relationships among family members. This therapeutic approach is applicable to various family structures, including nuclear families, extended families, parent-child relationships, siblings, or any other grouping. Family therapy aims to identify and modify dysfunctional patterns, enhance understanding, and promote mutual support and resilience within the family unit. Family therapy provides a safe environment that makes navigating issues less overwhelming.
Yoga & Mindfulness
Clients often tell me they're terrible at yoga, I get it, yoga can seem intimidating. However, yoga often isn't about crazy poses or intense flexibility, especially not in therapy. It can be done very slowly and without any pressure. It's about regulating the nervous system, helping emotions move through, and fostering feelings of safety and connection. Yoga and mindfulness support clients in managing symptoms of trauma, anxiety, and other physical and mental health challenges while promoting overall well-being and resilience.
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Yoga sessions can be adjusted to fit your preferences. Private, couples, and small group sessions available.
Internal Family Systems
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy is a therapeutic approach that views the mind as composed of various "parts" with distinct roles and characteristics. Developed by Dr. Richard Schwartz, IFS posits that these parts often operate in interconnected systems within individuals. The therapy focuses on understanding and harmonizing these parts, aiming to cultivate self-awareness, compassion, and healing. Through techniques such as visualization and dialogue, individuals can develop a healthier relationship with themselves, fostering internal balance and resilience.
Polyvagal Theory
Polyvagal theory, proposed by Dr. Stephen Porges, suggests that the nervous system plays a crucial role in regulating emotions, behavior, and social interactions. It posits that the vagus nerve, which connects the brain to various organs, influences our responses to stress and safety cues. The theory outlines three states of the autonomic nervous system: the ventral vagal complex associated with feelings of safety and connection, the sympathetic nervous system linked to fight or flight responses, and the dorsal vagal complex related to immobilization and shutdown. Understanding polyvagal theory can help individuals recognize their physiological responses to stress and trauma, informing therapeutic interventions aimed at promoting feelings of safety and regulation.