26 Week EMDR and CBT Healing From Sexual Trauma Program

Do you feel like your trauma symptoms are holding you back from reaching your full potential?

✓ Are you struggling with relationship issues?

Sexual trauma can deeply impact relationships, often creating challenges with trust, intimacy, and communication. Survivors may struggle with vulnerability, fearing betrayal or judgment, which can lead to emotional distance or difficulty forming close bonds. Intimacy can be particularly complex, as triggers or flashbacks may arise during physical or emotional closeness.

✓ Are you struggling with self-esteem issues?

Sexual trauma can significantly damage self-esteem, leaving survivors feeling unworthy, ashamed, or powerless. The violation can distort self-perception, causing feelings of guilt or self-blame, even though the survivor is not at fault. Many struggle with a diminished sense of self-worth, believing they are broken or irreparably harmed. These beliefs may lead to difficulty asserting needs, setting boundaries, or valuing oneself in personal and professional settings.

✓ Are you struggling with anxiety or depression?

Sexual trauma often leads to heightened anxiety and depression, profoundly affecting emotional well-being. Survivors may experience persistent fear, hypervigilance, and a sense of danger, even in safe environments, contributing to generalized anxiety or panic attacks. Intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, or nightmares can disrupt daily life, fueling feelings of helplessness and overwhelm. Depression may manifest as intense sadness, numbness, or loss of interest in activities once enjoyed, often accompanied by feelings of worthlessness or hopelessness.

I know that it is not always easy to take the first step. Struggling after experiencing trauma is completely normal and a natural response to overwhelming or distressing events. Trauma can affect how we think, feel, and react, often showing up as anxiety, sadness, difficulty trusting others, or feeling "stuck." These reactions are not a sign of weakness—they’re the brain and body’s way of trying to protect and cope. Healing takes time, and it’s okay to seek support. You’re not alone in your journey, and it’s possible to move forward, finding strength and resilience along the way.

How Can I Help?

I offer EMDR and CBT to help you process and heal from your trauma, learn how to handle difficult emotions and memories, set healthy boundaries, manage stress, and lead a more balanced and resilient life.

When you are ready to get started, I will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to you.

  1. First, we will identify key memories and areas of focus.

  2. Next, you will learn techniques to manage stress and manage overwhelming emotions.

  3. Then, we will use bilateral stimulation to help the brain process traumatic memories.

  4. Finally, we will replace negative beliefs with positive, adaptive ones.

Why Work With Me?

Choosing me as your therapist means partnering with someone deeply committed to providing a safe, compassionate, and empowering environment for your healing journey. My dedication to fostering a space of nonjudgmental understanding allows you to process your experiences at your own pace while feeling fully supported. What sets me apart is my ability to blend professional expertise with genuine human connection. I prioritize building trust and attuning to your emotions, ensuring you feel heard and respected throughout the process.

I use evidence-based approaches to get results. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) are effective for treating sexual trauma because they target the core effects of trauma on the mind and body. EMDR helps individuals process and reframe traumatic memories by reducing their emotional intensity, often enabling clients to move past the intrusive symptoms associated with the trauma. CBT addresses distorted beliefs, such as guilt or shame, and equips clients with tools to challenge and replace negative thought patterns with healthier ones. Both approaches are evidence-based, empowering individuals to regain control over their thoughts, emotions, and sense of safety.

FAQs

  • No, EMDR is not hypnosis. You remain fully aware and in control during the process. It involves guided techniques while you focus on specific memories or thoughts.

  • No, EMDR therapy does not erase traumatic memories. Instead, it helps individuals reprocess and integrate those memories so they are less distressing. EMDR helps the brain "digest" the memory, turning it into something manageable rather than erasing it entirely.

  • The length varies depending on the complexity of your trauma and your individual needs.

  • No, unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR does not require clients to discuss their traumatic memories in detail. The focus is on how the memory feels in the present, not on rehashing every detail.

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