We offer a therapeutic approach that recognizes the impact of trauma on an individual's mental health while also respecting and considering their cultural background, beliefs, and experiences. This approach involves providing therapy in a manner that is sensitive to past trauma, creating a safe and supportive environment, and acknowledging the cultural factors that can influence an individual's well-being. Our goal is to provide effective and respectful mental health support while honoring the client's unique experiences and cultural context.

EMDR therapy is a structured protocol-based psychotherapy approach designed to help individuals process and alleviate distressing memories and symptoms, particularly those related to trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It involves guided bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements or tapping, to facilitate the reprocessing of traumatic experiences and the reduction of associated emotional distress.

The following two videos explain how EMDR works:

This video explains how EMDR works (3min)

This video explains how EMDR processes trauma (14 min)

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is effective for trauma recovery because it helps individuals identify and address the various sub-personalities or "parts" within themselves that may have been affected by trauma, enabling them to heal and reintegrate these parts. This approach fosters greater self-compassion and resilience, supporting the individual in processing and overcoming traumatic experiences. Moreover, It helps individuals build long-term coping resources for emotional stability and regain a sense of control in their lives.

Brainspotting is a specialized therapeutic approach that helps individuals process and heal from deep-seated trauma, anxiety, and other emotional challenges. By accessing the brain’s natural ability to heal itself through bilateral stimulation and focused attention on identified ‘brainspots,’ clients can release stored emotional pain and distress. Through Brainspotting, we aim to empower individuals on their journey towards emotional resilience and improved mental well-being.

The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is one of the practical applications of Polyvagal Theory. It is a five-hour therapeutic listening intervention designed to support the client's emotional regulation and neuroception (i.e., their sense of safety), while also reducing auditory sensitivity. The SSP can help reduce emotional reactivity, enabling individuals to respond more calmly and effectively to challenging situations. Additionally, the auditory stimulation used in the SSP aims to calm the nervous system and alleviate feelings of stress and anxiety.

Trauma and the nervous system (9min)

** Currently, we are only offering private pay option for individuals who are seeking SSP treatment exclusively at this time.

Relational therapy (RT) takes into account the client's past and current relationships, cultural, gender, racial, social, sexual, and economic background. Through the lens of RT, individuals with a history of trauma have the opportunity to explore healthy boundaries and develop secure attachments in the therapeutic relationship. Therapy allows individuals to practice effective communication and repair relationship ruptures in non-toxic ways.