Presence Mental Health, LLC

I am a certified neuropsychotherapist and EMDR trained clinician. My clients and I work to intentionally harness the power of neuroplasticity-- the brain's incredible ability to change. I integrate EMDR and dream work with mindfulness, somatic, trauma-informed sleep recovery, grief, strengths-based, solution focused and ACT therapies, through which I am honored to witness clients access deep, lasting wellness. I have provided treatment for those experiencing anxiety, depression, symptoms from complex trauma, PTSD, trauma related pain, chronic pain, somatic symptom disorders, insomnia, grief, existential crisis, and stage of life transitions. I hold a certificate in Dream Tending from Dr. Stephen Aizenstat of Pacifica Graduate Institute. I note this specifically, because the integration of Dream Work with EMDR can be especially effective in neuropsychotherapy--EMDR has been shown to increase dream vividness and recall, and dream work can explore narratives in the unconscious that are nourishing and replete with insight. Even nightmares can be transformed and mined for your benefit. In my years as a spiritual director for anti-traffickers and survivors of sex trafficking, I had the honor of serving diverse people from across the US and internationally. While my therapy practice is distinct from my work in spiritual direction, I offer the same qualities of presence and attunement in therapy sessions. I earned a BA in Studio Art from Whitman College; I paint and draw, write and make music-- I experience the world through a lens of Beauty, and I approach therapy with this frame of reference. A person free to live from their most whole and authentic self is Beauty at work. It is a privilege to offer this healing work in our valley. If the above resonates with you, reach out for a free 15-minute consultation. Together we can explore whether my approach will support you on your journey.