Paths to Healing & Growth
Therapies I Use With Clients
Healing is not a one-size-fits-all approach
There are many types of psychotherapy, and it’s important to find the one that works best for you. Below are brief explanations of the different therapies I specialize in.
EMDR
What is EMDR?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapy approach that helps people heal from trauma, poor self-esteem, painful memories, distressing experiences and more. Instead of just talking about the past, EMDR uses guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation to help the brain reprocess stuck memories. This allows the emotional charge of the memory to decrease so it feels less overwhelming. Many people find EMDR helps them feel calmer, less triggered, and more in control of their lives.
Can EMDR be done virtually?
EMDR therapy can conveniently be conducted virtually, allowing individuals to participate in sessions from the comfort of their own home. While some people find that they focus more effectively during in-person sessions, others often feel a greater sense of safety and relaxation when attending therapy remotely. Although home-based sessions may sometimes limit the range of bilateral stimulation techniques available, these methods can be adapted and customized to meet each person's unique needs and circumstances.
Is EMDR Right for me?
The best way to know if EMDR is right for you is for us to talk together about your goals and what you’re looking for in therapy. Many people find EMDR helpful if they understand their struggles on a “thinking level” but still feel stuck emotionally, or if traditional talk therapy hasn’t brought the change they were hoping for. EMDR focuses less on talking and more on processing—helping your brain and body heal in a new way. If you’re curious, I’d be happy to answer your questions and see if it feels like a good fit for you
Polyvagal Therapy
What is Polyvagal Therapy?
Polyvagal therapy is an approach that helps you understand and work with your nervous system. When we go through trauma or ongoing stress, the body can stay stuck in “survival mode,” leading to anxiety, shutdown, or feeling on edge. Polyvagal therapy uses simple exercises and awareness practices to rewire the nervous system, improve emotional regulation, and help you feel safer and more connected in daily life.
Who is this for?
Literally everyone can benefit from learning about Polyvagal Therapy, regardless of whether they have mental health issues. It provides valuable insight into understanding yourself and how your nervous system operates. This mind-body approach to therapy helps increase awareness of physiological states and promotes regulation and resilience. I often integrate Polyvagal Therapy with EMDR, but it is also highly effective as a standalone treatment. Whether you are seeking emotional balance, enhanced self-understanding, or improved stress management, Polyvagal Therapy offers practical tools accessible to all.
CBT-I
What is CBT-I?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, or CBT-I, is a proven treatment that helps people who struggle with falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early. Instead of relying on sleep medication, CBT-I works by identifying the thoughts(cognitive), habits and patterns (behavioral) that interfere with rest and teaching you practical strategies to reset your sleep. Over time, it helps you create healthier sleep routines, calm your mind at night, and get the deep, restorative sleep your body needs.
What if I already practice good sleep hygiene but sleeping pills still don’t work?
Research shows that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) has a 75% success rate. With commitment and willingness to engage in the process, your sleep can improve significantly. Most people I work with successfully stop taking sleep medication. Typically, this therapy requires 6 to 8 sessions to see noticeable results. Common reasons people seek help for sleep issues include stress, hormonal changes in women, aging, sleep anxiety, difficulty turning off the mind, and trauma-related sleep disturbances.
ERRT
What is ERRT Therapy?
Exposure, Relaxation, and Rescripting Therapy (ERRT) is a treatment designed for people struggling with chronic nightmares, often related to trauma or PTSD. In ERRT, you learn relaxation skills to calm the body, gradually face the distress connected to your nightmares, and then “rescript” the dream—changing the storyline so it feels less frightening and overwhelming. Over time, this process reduces the intensity and frequency of nightmares, helping you get more restful, restorative sleep.
What is a nightmare?
A nightmare is a disturbing dream that causes awakening from sleep. These dreams can be recurring or vary in content but have the consistent effect of disrupting rest. Nightmares often evoke strong feelings of fear, anxiety, or distress. For some individuals, the distress caused by nightmares may lead to anxiety about falling asleep, sometimes resulting in attempts to avoid bedtime altogether.
