Sara Robertson M.A., LPC-S, CCPT, EMDR Therapist

Trauma can change the way you experience the world. You may feel constantly on edge, overwhelmed by memories of the past, emotionally numb, or easily triggered by things that didn’t used to bother you. Many people with PTSD struggle with sleep, anxiety, irritability, or feeling disconnected from others. These responses are not signs of weakness—they are natural reactions to experiences that were overwhelming. Counseling can help you make sense of what you’ve been through and begin to feel safe.

Teens often experience heightened emotions, identity exploration, peer pressure, academic stress, and family conflicts, all of which can impact their mental health. The goal is to equip teens with the tools they need to navigate their emotions and challenges in healthy ways, fostering resilience and emotional well-being during a critical period of growth and change. Additionally, teen counseling often involves collaboration with parents or guardians to ensure a supportive home environment.

Parenthood can be both rewarding and overwhelming, with mothers often facing additional pressures related to balancing caregiving, work, relationships, and self-care. Counseling may provide tools for managing parental guilt, fostering a positive home environment, setting boundaries, and maintaining self-care. For mother's specifically, the focus may include dealing with feelings of isolation, identity shifts, work-life balance, or navigating the emotional and physical changes of pregnancy and mo

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy is a forward-looking approach that focuses on strengths, goals, and practical solutions. Rather than focusing heavily on problems, therapy centers on what is already working and how small changes can lead to meaningful progress. This approach helps you identify your strengths and build clear, achievable steps toward the future you want.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapy that helps the brain process and heal from traumatic or distressing experiences. Through a structured approach using guided eye movements or other bilateral stimulation, EMDR helps reduce the emotional intensity of painful memories so they feel less overwhelming and no longer interfere with your ability to move forward.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In therapy, we work together to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop healthier ways of responding to challenges. CBT provides practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, and stress, helping you build skills that support lasting emotional balance and confidence in everyday life.