Overview
Trauma therapy, particularly Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), works directly with the way traumatic memories are stored in the brain and body, helping you process what’s been stuck so it no longer drives your emotions, reactions, and relationships. Healing from trauma is not about forgetting what happened. It’s about getting to a place where what happened no longer has power over who you are today.
Your nervous system is still living in the moment it happened hypervigilant, on edge, and exhausted from trying to feel safe in a world that no longer feels certain.
Not one single event but a pattern of painful experiences over time often within relationships that were supposed to feel safe that left you disconnected from yourself.
Steering clear of certain places, people, conversations, or even thoughts because the memory brings up too much to face.
The things that happened or never happened when you were young that quietly shaped how you see yourself, relate to others, and move through the world today.
Your body is on high alert even when nothing is wrong bracing for threat, struggling to rest, and finding it hard to trust that you are truly safe.
A quiet belief that other people can heal but maybe you can’t or that this is just who you are now. It doesn’t have to be.
My Value
Trauma therapy requires a very specific kind of skill, and a very specific kind of presence. Moving too fast can re-traumatize. Moving too slowly can leave people stuck. Getting it right requires clinical training, attunement, and a deep respect for the pace at which each person’s nervous system can safely process.
As an EMDR-Certified therapist, I’ve spent years training in and practicing one of the most extensively researched trauma treatments available. But beyond the certification, what I bring to trauma work is patience, warmth, and a genuine belief that healing is possible, even when you’ve stopped believing it yourself.
Before I touch the trauma itself, I build a solid foundation.
I take time to understand your full picture your history, your patterns, what’s showing up in your life today, and what you want to be different.
Using EMDR and complementary approaches like ego state work and somatic awareness.
As the charge around traumatic memories decreases, I shift focus to rebuilding your sense of self, your relationships, your future.
Get Started Today
Starting trauma therapy can feel vulnerable especially if you’ve never done it before, or if past experiences have left you cautious. My structured approach is designed to build safety first, move at your pace, and never push you faster than your nervous system is ready for.
Healing from trauma is possible with the right support and approach. Jessica uses EMDR therapy to help your nervous system process what words alone often can’t reach, alongside inner child work to gently address the roots of pain that began long before you had the language to name them. If this sounds like what you’ve been looking for, get in touch to schedule your first session.
FAQs
It’s completely normal to have questions before starting trauma therapy especially when the idea of revisiting painful experiences feels daunting. The answers below are meant to give you a clearer sense of what to expect, and what working together actually looks like.
No, and this is one of the most common fears people have. With EMDR, you don’t need to narrate your trauma in detail for it to be processed. The approach works with how memories are stored neurologically, not by forcing you to relive or retell the experience at length. You remain in control of what you share and when.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured, evidence-based therapy specifically developed to treat trauma. Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR targets the way traumatic memories are stored in the brain — helping them get “processed” so they no longer feel as raw, overwhelming, or intrusive. It’s been extensively researched and is recommended by major health organizations including the WHO and the American Psychological Association.
Trauma isn’t defined by the severity of the event it’s defined by its impact on your nervous system. If something happened that left you feeling unsafe, helpless, or fundamentally changed, that experience deserves attention and care. You don’t have to minimize what you’ve been through in order to qualify for support.
It varies significantly depending on the complexity of your history and your goals. Some people with a single, more contained traumatic event may see meaningful shifts in a shorter period. Others with complex or developmental trauma may work longer. What matters most is that we’re making real, felt progress not checking boxes on a timeline.
Yes, I'm in network with Aetna, United healthcare and Anthem
You’ve already survived the hardest part. Taking this next step doesn’t have to be. Reach out for a free, no-pressure consultation we’ll talk about what you’ve been experiencing, what you’re hoping for, and whether working together feels like the right fit.
Whether you have questions, want to learn more about a specific service, or are ready to schedule a consultation, this is the right place to start. There’s no pressure and no commitment, just a conversation.
