I am deeply passionate about EMDR and have experienced its effectiveness firsthand, both in my role as a therapist and as someone who has received treatment. I am trained in Somatic and Attachment focused EMDR which was developed to address some common blocks that may occur when working with clients who have experienced complex trauma. The ultimate goal of the S.A.F.E. EMDR approach is to facilitate the most safe and efficient way to implement EMDR Therapy using principles of nonviolence and mindfulness. I also often interweave Internal Family Systems (this is a form of parts work) into EMDR. 

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I approach EMDR with great care, recognizing the trust each client is placing in me and the vulnerability they are sharing. EMDR is far more than just eye movements! In reality, some of the most significant progress in EMDR occurs even before we start the reprocessing phase. Above everything, I focus on the theraputic relationship I develop with each client. We begin by, exploring your trauma history and pinpoint your existing strengths, support systems, and primary attachment figures. We identify adaptations that have allowed you survive in the face of challenging experiences. Subsequently, I introduce EMDR and offer an overview of the technique to ensure you feel informed and capable throughout the process. I assist you in understanding your reactions to stress and the strategies you can employ to manage these responses. I provide several "resources" (phase 2 of EMDR) to help you sustain emotional and mood stability during the reprocessing phase. When it's time to move into reprocessing, you have the option to choose between tapping, eye movements, or sound as forms of bilateral stimulation. 

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