Therapeutic Tools I Use in Session

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    Polyvagal Therapy.

    Polyvagal therapy is a type of therapy that helps you understand and calm your nervous system. It’s based on the idea that our body reacts to stress or trauma in certain ways, often through feelings of fear or tension. Polyvagal therapy helps you tune into your body’s signals and teaches you ways to feel safe and relaxed again. It’s all about learning to reset your nervous system so you can feel more grounded, in control, and less overwhelmed by stress.

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    EMDR.

    EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a type of therapy that helps you heal from tough memories, like trauma, by using guided eye movements or gentle taps. This helps your brain "reorganize" the memory, reducing its emotional impact and helping you feel better. It isn’t strictly for trauma either - it can be used to manage emotions related to an event you may be anticipating.

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    Somatic Therapy.

    Somatic therapy is all about connecting your body and mind. It helps you notice how your body feels—like tension or tightness—which can be linked to your emotions or past experiences. By paying attention to these feelings, somatic therapy helps you release stress and heal, so you can feel better both physically and emotionally.

  • DBT.

    DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) helps you manage big emotions and improve relationships. It teaches practical skills to stay calm, control impulses, and find balance between accepting things as they are and making positive changes. It’s especially helpful for dealing with anxiety, depression, or self-harm.

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    CBT.

    CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) is a type of therapy that helps you understand how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. It teaches you how to recognize negative or unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier, more positive ones. By changing the way you think, you can feel better and act in ways that support your well-being.

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