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EMDR for overthinkers: discover how to stop intellectualizing trauma and finally achieve somatic healing with EMDR and IFS therapy.
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Think you just have high-functioning anxiety? Learn how feminist therapy and online EMDR can get to the root of trauma-driven burnout and perfectionism.
I’m Emma, a trauma therapist who works with thoughtful, feminist women and couples. I’m also an ex professor of philosophy, I do improv comedy, and I love to read and write. I am creative and warm, but for years I didn’t know how to channel those qualities and I became anxious and down on myself trying to fit into boxes that didn’t work for me.
I get the experience of pain, fear, self criticism, and disconnection from your partner, and I also know that true healing is possible.
- Has been practicing as a therapist since 2010
- Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters in Counseling from University of Colorado, Denver
- Holds Masters in counseling from University of Colorado, Boulder
- Has gone through EMDR Certification and is a Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certified Therapist
- Trained in Internal Family Systems Therapy and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. Has worked as a community-based therapist and also in outpatient, residential, day treatment facilities with adults, couples, children and families from diverse backgrounds.
- Trained in Acceptance and Commitment and Mindfulness Based Therapy
