Audrey Atkinson
Clinical Psychologist, PsyDImproving your relationship with yourself and others.
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Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) relies on a client's own rapid, rhythmic eye movements, and is founded on the belief that these eye movements can weaken the intensity of emotionally charged memories. EMDR is most often used to treat PTSD or other traumas, but is also sometimes used for panic attacks, eating disorders, addictions, and anxiety. EMDR sessions can last up to 90 minutes, and usually starts with a client rating their level of distress. A therapist then typically moves their fingers in front of your face (or sometimes toe tapping or musical tones), asking you to follow along with your eyes, while you recall a traumatic event and all the sensations that come with it. You will gradually be guided by the therapist to shift thoughts from the traumatic experience to a more comforting one. The goal of EMDR is to make disturbing memories less immobilizing. Think this approach might be right for you? Reach out to one of TherapyDen’s EMDR specialists today.
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Childhood trauma sucks. When you're raised in dysfunctional family, you end up doubting your self-worth, questioning your lovability, and always waiting for the other shoe to drop. Are you needy or reactive in your relationships? Is it hardest to feel secure with the people who matter to you the most? Are you always just a little anxious? If you want to be less reactive and controlling with your loved ones and handle family of origin better, I’m your person. And I truly can’t wait to meet you.
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You may be struggling to find yourself, to know what you want to do or how you want to live. You may know that something needs to change but change feels impossible. You may feel like a square peg trying to fit in a round hole. You may have spent years feeling misunderstood, not good enough or insignificant. Emotions may feel overwhelming or you may spend most of your time feeling shut down and disconnected.
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Sometimes, despite your best efforts and planning, do you lie in bed before the alarm goes off feeling anxious, overwhelmed and alone? Is there past trauma weighing heavily on your heart and mind? My goal as your therapist is to normalize the common experiences we share as humans: pain, suffering, the desire to know ourselves, and connect with others. I support women and teens by by holding space for healing vibes and share coping skills to help you live your best life.
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