Anxiety

At its core anxiety is a signal in our bodies and minds saying, “I am not okay.” There is a basic human need for safety before being able to take on the various types of distress in our lives. Mindfulness training and tuning into our bodies can facilitate healthy strategies to better manage issues of concern.

Addiction

Addiction is what we lie to ourselves about. Substance abuse, unacceptable sexual behavior, or compulsive behavior around food and shopping typically indicates that our lives are not rooted in the truth about reality. Acceptance and commitment are key practices in overcoming life-controlling problems.

Depression

Depression often presents in men as anger or irritability, though by contrast it may have a more tearful or apathetic presentation for women. Assessment in therapy can identify unique aspects and work with clients to restore “a life worth living.”

Trauma Recovery

Trauma overwhelms the mind with overstimulation related to threatening experiences. This can shape our reactions in hyper-vigilant directions; alternately, we may shut down. EMDR level II provides a systematic and structured protocol for resolving the stress response.