Kristen Hornung (She/her or No pronouns)

I am trained in EMDR, which is an evidence-based treatment for PTSD. Unlike traditional talk therapy for trauma, EMDR does not require talking about upsetting events in detail, or homework in between sessions. Instead, it is designed to help the brain process upsetting memories that have become “stuck,” along with disturbing images, thoughts, and emotions, which may make the person feel like they are reliving the past, to reduce distress and promote post-traumatic growth.

I have completed the basic training requirements with the Trauma Recovery Humanitarian Assistance Programs, which is recognized by EMDRIA. This level of training means that I have completed both Part 1 and Part 2 workshops (for a combined total of 40 hours of training) and 10 hours of consultation. EMDR is an evidence-based treatment for PTSD.

We can work together on your dreams and your self-expression through art work, poetry, creative writing, etc., to help gain insight into the patterns being played out in your life. I completed my Ph.D. in Depth Psychology with an emphasis in depth psychotherapy from Pacifica Graduate Institute in 2018.

Attachment theory offers a research-based framework to understand how we experience and respond to closeness, distance, emotional connection, emotional disconnection, and conflict in our relationships. By examining relationships through both trauma-informed and attachment-informed lenses, we can gain deeper insights into our emotional reactions and behaviors. In therapy, we can explore new ways to manage relational triggers, cope with intense emotions, communicate more effectively, and connect.

Attachment theory offers a research-based framework to understand how we experience and respond to closeness, distance, emotional connection, emotional disconnection, and conflict in our relationships. By examining relationships through both trauma-informed and attachment-informed lenses, we can gain deeper insights into our emotional reactions and behaviors. In therapy, we can explore new ways to manage relational triggers, cope with intense emotions, communicate more effectively, and connect.

I work with a lot of people who are perfectionists and high-functioning, yet sometimes struggle with quieting their mind, burnout, worry, and/or stress. In therapy we can explore the unique characteristics of what you have been experiencing and explore strategies to support regulation.