EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based treatment that helps people heal from the effects of traumatic experiences. It is based on the adaptive information processing model which suggests that the cause for distress is the way memories are stored in the brain and body. EMDR helps memories move from being stored in painful (maladaptive) ways to being stored in healthy (adaptive) ways. Maladaptively stored memories cause physical symptoms, unhelpful behaviors, and overwhelming emotional distress, Adaptively stored memories are the basis for healthy functioning and resilience.

Even the most well-meaning parents can sometimes fail to meet our emotional needs for empathy, connection, validation, or acceptance. Some of us even had times where or our needs for physical protection were not met as well. When our childhood needs were not met, it can inhibit our ability to lead full, satisfying lives in adulthood.  Chronic feelings of low self-esteem, self-doubt, and unworthiness can be signals that your childhood needs were not effectively met. Difficulties establishing boundaries in relationships as well as getting your needs met now are also signals that this type of therapy could be a good fit for you.    Developmental Needs-Meeting Strategy is a strengths-based ego-state therapy that helps heal childhood wounds, the resulting emotional pain and unwanted behaviors that effect us in the present. It helps us develop and draw upon our own internal resources for nurturing and support in order to heal. Through the needs-meeting process, new, healthier ways of living and viewing oneself can come into fruition.

Ketamine-Assisted therapy can be deeply transformative and has been clinically proven to be an effective treatment for PTSD, anxiety, and treatment-resistant depression. Ketamine decreases defenses and helps people connect with their subconscious and express feelings more freely which can expedite the time in therapy. It can also help people resolve the root cause of their depression or anxiety so they can feel a lot of relief more quickly than traditional talk therapy. Ketamine has been clinically proven to be a very effective treatment for treatment resistant depression and chronic depression; it is a rapid antidepressant. Ketamine also has been clinically proven to increase your brain's flexibility and ability to create new thought patterns and behaviors. There is a window of 2-4 weeks post ketamine treatment where you have an increased ability to forge new neural pathways and ways of being. Your therapist will hold space for you with compassion and help you stay grounded and feel supported and safe while allowing yourself to process all the feelings that come up during your journey. Ketamine can allow you to connect with feeling states like happiness, calm, relaxation. and ease that may typically be difficult for you to access. Experiencing those states can then translate into your day to day experience because it expands what you perceive as possible. Ketamine is prescribed by an outside medical provider we can connect you with and is administered orally at the time of your appointment.

Clinical Art Therapy is an approach that weds traditional psychotherapy methods with art-making that helps you communicate and process in an embodied and nonverbal way. Art-making can aid in expression of feelings when words aren't enough and is a great approach for you if you consider yourself quiet or creative. Even with limited words spoken, symptoms can be reduced and overall wellness improved through the use of clinical art therapy. You will be provided with a variety of high-quality materials as an avenue for self-exploration and growth. Art approaches you can use in session include painting, drawing, sculpting with clay, throwing on the pottery wheel, collage, poetry, and creating comic books. We shape sessions to uniquely fit your needs, strengths, & interests. ​ Rachel and Maggie completed their education in Clinical Art Therapy at Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles and both are Registered Art Therapists. Sara and Danny also use art with her clients and learned under Rachel's supervision..