Trauma

Trauma is an emotional wound from a person's past that subconsciously interferes with everyday life. I treat trauma in individuals, couples, and families. I see clients of all cultural backgrounds, gender and sexual orientations, and age (6 yrs+). In a one-on-one individual setting, I address trauma to improve self-esteem, productivity, mindfulness, and overall fulfillment. For couples, I treat underlying emotional issues to increase couple intimacy. In a family setting, I help parents understand how underlying trauma can affect their parenting to more strongly connect with their children.

I use EMDR (eye movements desensitization and reprocessing), TF-CBT (trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy), and EFT (emotionally focused therapy to help all my clients heal, overcome their emotional baggage, and find renewed happiness and confidence. I have over ten years of experience treating trauma and I attest to its effectiveness and lasting success. To schedule an appointment, contact me at 949-954-0750. For information on my insurance policy, please visit my fees and insurance page.

You may have trauma if you:

• overreact/respond to certain situations irrationally

• feel stuck although you want to move forward

• suffer from addiction

  • alcohol

  • drugs

  • smoking

  • food

  • gambling

  • sex

  • pornography

  • shopping

  • abusive relationship

  • video games

• have the following:

  • anxiety

  • depression

  • PTSD

  • body image issues

• experienced a life-threatening event

  • war

  • rape

  • kidnapping

  • assault

  • natural disasters

• have experienced a strongly negative event

  • Abuse (physical, emotional, sexual)

  • Relocation

  • Death

  • Job loss

  • Hurtful comments from an authority figure

  • Bullying

  • Failing grades