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The transitions associated with early and late adulthood can significantly impact an individual's mood and overall functioning. Whether it's grappling with career decisions, college choices, relationship dynamics, or contemplating the prospect of starting a family, the hurdles can feel overwhelming.
Many young adults also carry painful experiences from childhood or struggle with asserting themselves and establishing healthy boundaries. At Yellow Couch Therapy, I aim to provide a supportive environment for clients to work through these issues and gain a deeper understanding of themselves.
In my practice, delving into past experiences is often essential for unraveling the root of present-day challenges. I firmly believe that nurturing a strong therapeutic relationship between the client and the therapist can foster acceptance and facilitate the healing process.
While my focus is on young adults, I also extend my services to individuals of any age who find that they resonate with my approach and the support I offer.
Let's embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing together at Yellow Couch Therapy.
Young Adults
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At Yellow Couch Therapy, we embrace the unique experiences and challenges that women face, honoring the diverse and complex journey each woman embarks on. Our practice delves deep into women's issues, recognizing the intricate intersections of anxiety, body image struggles, sexual abuse, motherhood, relationships, and the delicate balancing act of parenting and career aspirations.
Our practice is devoted to creating a safe, nurturing space where women can explore, heal, and thrive. We are passionate about walking alongside women as they navigate their paths to growth and empowerment. Through compassionate support and tailored therapeutic approaches, we aim to foster resilience and holistic well-being in every client we serve.
Join us at Yellow Couch Therapy, where we are dedicated to elevating women's mental health, embracing their uniqueness, and celebrating their individual journeys towards healing and transformation.
Women’s Issues
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapy used to alleviate distress following a traumatic event or adverse life experience.
EMDR therapy uses bilateral stimulation to elicit the unresolved wounds one carries and reroute neural pathways to allow for healing.
EMDR is a powerful treatment for traumatic or upsetting memories, PTSD, anxiety, or other intense symptoms that aren’t improving through talk therapy alone.
EMDR Therapy has been found to be effective in treating a wide range of traumatic and distressing events, including PTSD, anxiety, grief, phobias, infidelity, and more .
The Goal Of EMDR Is To Significantly Reduce Or Remove Negative Symptoms So You Can Heal And Move On. We’re not trying to erase your memories since your brain won’t release anything it doesn’t want to, and we don’t create new or false memories. Instead we’re changing your relationship with your past so that it no longer has such a firm hold on the present.
I have been trained in EMDR by Rick Levinson.
How Does EMDR Work?
EMDR stands for Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing:
Eye-movement: bilateral stimulation (BLS) means moving your eyes back and forth to engage your left and right brain hemispheres
Desensitization: the eye movements decrease the intensity of your memory and releases that information from your nervous system
Reprocessing: we install healthier, more adaptive self-beliefs to create a template for responding to similar situations in the future.
You’ll be desensitized to your memory, which changes the way you experience it in the present. Without those symptoms dominating your experience, your brain can find new insight and information.
EMDR Therapy
First responders, veterans, and members of the military often face unique stresses that can lead to mental health issues such as PTSD. However, many of these individuals do not seek help for fear of being seen as weak, retaliation at work, or because they do not know where to turn.
The term "First Responders" encompasses a wide range of individuals who willingly face danger and trauma in the line of duty. From police officers and firefighters to emergency medical service providers and members of the military, these dedicated individuals often find themselves in situations that are challenging, heartbreaking, and terrifying.
Regardless of whether they are paid professionals or volunteers, the work of first responders is undeniably difficult. These professions come with a culture of camaraderie and belonging, offering a sense of family and shared purpose. However, this bond can also amplify the pain and suffering when a member is injured or killed in the line of duty, leading to feelings of hurt and betrayal within the community.
The nature of the job means that one moment, everything can seem normal and manageable, but then a single call or an unsuccessful rescue can weigh heavily on the minds of these brave individuals. The toll of trauma, stress, anxiety, mental exhaustion, grief, sadness, and fear is one that affects everyone, regardless of rank or experience.
Seeking help and support can bring relief from the harrowing symptoms and provide a path forward to healing.
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Military, Veterans, & First Responders
“The courage to be vulnerable is not about winning or losing, it's about the courage to show up when you can't predict or control the outcome.”
— Brene Brown, Dare To Lead