My approaches to treatment include Psychodynamic Therapy, EMDR, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.  Please continue reading below for more information on these approaches.

I am clinically trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). EMDR is a research-based therapy that can effectively resolve old and newer traumas.  EMDR is utilized with clients that present with anxiety, phobias, panic disorders, post traumatic stress disorder and a history of childhood abuse. The goal of EMDR therapy is to process the past experiences and traumas that are presently causing problems, and to include new more positive experiences that are needed for full health. In addition, EMDR is a simple technique in which the therapist guides the client through a process of healing, leading to a true and lasting experience of resolution.

EMDR Therapy has been used to successfully treat:

• Trauma - childhood abuse (emotional, psychological, physical, sexual, neglect) 
  
• Rape, domestic violence
• Panic attacks, anxiety, phobias
• Disturbing memories - flashbacks, body memories, intrusive thoughts
• Grief and Loss
• Performance anxiety
• Accidents
• Exposure to combat and natural disasters
  

For more information about EMDR, please visit www.emdr.com.

I also utilize Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help identify negative thinking and beliefs as well as to assist with being more present and involved in life. CBT/ACT are short-term, effective, goal-orientated treatments that takes on a hands-on approach to problem-solving and are very helpful therapies for clients experiencing stress, anxiety and depression. 

The goals of CBT/ACT are to help accept as well as reframe negative patterns of thinking or behavior that are behind one's struggles.  CBT/ACT also involves teaching mindfulness and relaxation skills. 

Another approach I use is Psychodynamic Therapy also known as Insight-Oriented Therapy, which focuses on unconscious processes as they are manifested in your present behavior.  Psychodynamic Therapy is more of a long-term process as the goals of this therapy are increased self-awareness and understanding of the influences of the past on present behavior.  This approach enables examination of unresolved conflicts and symptoms that arise from past dysfunctional relationships in relation to your family of origin.