Mandy Schmidt

The majority of my training has been in working with children and families. Whether your kiddo is going through a rough season and needs some new tools to navigate it, or you are seeking some support for the very demanding work of parenting, I am here for you! I love to utilize Attachment Theory to bring families closer together. I also have training in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy to help with connection and behavioral compliance with the littles.

I have a passion for working with survivors of trauma. You have displayed so much courage, resilience, and strength - do you ever feel like you just need a soft place to land? That's what I hope to be for you. I utilize EMDR and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help process the pains of the past and reduce their daily impact on your life so that you can move freely into your future.

Becoming a mom is such a vulnerable and powerful time in a woman's life. My own journey into motherhood has given me a deep love and desire to support other mothers on the journey! Whether your little one is still on the way, or you are on the other side in the days of postpartum life, I am here to be a gentle and encouraging cheerleader for you. My goal is to help you feel grounded in your mothering and in touch with this new and wonderful version of you.

I utilize EMDR to support trauma survivors in processing past experiences and reshaping their narratives. This powerful therapy helps clients reprocess traumatic memories, leading to a new understanding of themselves and their strengths. As we work together, you’ll gain clarity and resilience, empowering you to move forward with a renewed sense of self and the ability to face life’s challenges with confidence.

Through emotionally focused therapy, I guide couples to recognize and break out of negative patterns, helping them reconnect and strengthen their bond. For individuals, this approach fosters a deeper understanding of emotions and unmet needs, empowering them to build healthier, more fulfilling relationships. By exploring these emotional patterns together, we work toward lasting change and closer, more secure connections.

Understanding who we are means understanding where we came from. I use attachment theory to help clients deepen self-awareness and understand how early experiences shape their current relationships. By exploring attachment patterns, we work to break unhelpful cycles and build healthier, more connected relationships. This approach allows clients to strengthen emotional bonds, enhance communication, and feel more secure within themselves and with others.