EMDR is an evidenced-based psychotherapy technique used to address many different experiences including but not limited to trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-worth, and stressful, uncomfortable, or distressing life events.

EMDR incorporates three core components: activation of the memory (i.e. bringing it to awareness), noticing the accompanying images and/or sensations in the present moment, and left-right stimulation (usually done through eye movement, tapping, or sound). As Thomas Zimmerman wrote in his book ‘EMDR with Complex Trauma’, “We are wounded experientially, and we heal experientially.” EMDR is an experiential and somatic-based model that allows the brain’s natural healing process to occur and in doing so, create space for healing.

EMDR is an 8-phase treatment model which incorporates treatment planning, grounding and resourcing, and trauma processing, resulting in an improvement in trauma symptoms, improvement in sense of self and worth, and improvement in a person’s overall well-being.

Parts work is based on the idea that we all have different “parts” within us- these parts may be critical, judgmental or shaming; hold information or pain; or protect us. They can be young, old, loud, soft, harsh, etc. While we are born with parts, they also can be created in response to traumas. The parts often engage in different roles as a means of survival or protection. Parts can also influence the way we navigate conflict, make decisions, live within relationships, and shape how we see ourselves.

Internal Family Systems, a particular parts work model, is based on this framework. Through use of this technique, we learn more about the parts, their roles, their needs, and their wounding. It incorporates somatic healing and building awareness of your internal experiences.

In our work together, we will learn more about your parts, your wounding, your internal world.

People who utilize IFS find they have more clarity and understanding of themselves, gain inner peace, and ultimately notice a softening in their nervous system.

Humans are relational beings. While we are often wounded relationally, we can also heal relationally. Attachment-Informed Therapy is rooted in attachment theory, the approach that looks at early relationships with caregivers and how these influence a person’s ability to connect and form secure relationships in adulthood. If there were experiences of neglect (including emotional), physical abuse, inconsistent parenting, or emotional volatility from a caregiver, this can create insecure attachment- within oneself and within relationships.

Attachment-Informed Therapy considers the role your upbringing and childhood experiences impact your current sense of self and how you navigate relationships. Through creation of an attuned, consistent, and supportive connection within the therapeutic alliance, you may begin to witness and experience what a healthy relationship looks and feels like.

In our work together, we will explore your upbringing, relationship patterns, and emotional responses, in and outside of relationships. We will work to heal any attachment wounds thereby creating a grounded sense of self, ability to emotionally regulate, and feel secure within yourself.