I am licensed as a Clinical Mental Health Therapist; I have a master's degree in counseling and am also certified in EMDR therapy. I have a background in related techniques such as hypnotism, shamanism, and neurolinguistics.
I like to have fun in the sessions, as I know it can be hard work, but it doesn't have to be a drag.
My major focus is working with clients who have experienced early trauma and/or attachment issues. These are people who struggle with a sense of identity and self-esteem, have repeated relationship problems, and may have tried and failed to address their problems in the past.
I find that EMDR is the most effective, efficient, and gentle(!) technique for clients with these issues.
The first session is a chance to learn more about what a client needs, and to help them get an overall picture of where they are and where they want to be. I use a mapping technique for this that serves many uses, including tracking progress where the client can see it.
