EMDR Therapists in Bern
Jessi L Wacker
Verified Verified
3011 Bern
I’ve received training in ACT, CBT, DBT, EMDR and MI.
I always learn from the teens, young adults & families I’ve worked with, but this is most important for me to remember: Even behaviors that may appear ineffective from the outside looking in, usually have wisdom at their core. When a person is in pain, they generally want to feel better. My clients all come to therapy because what they’ve been doing to feel better ultimately isn’t working any longer. We work together to address what’s at the core of their pain & focus on managing that more effectively, without negative repercussions. We will together build a set of skills to help them feel more empowered & effective in their life.
I’ve received training in ACT, CBT, DBT, EMDR and MI.
I always learn from the teens, young adults & families I’ve worked with, but this is most important for me to remember: Even behaviors that may appear ineffective from the outside looking in, usually have wisdom at their core. When a person is in pain, they generally want to feel better. My clients all come to therapy because what they’ve been doing to feel better ultimately isn’t working any longer. We work together to address what’s at the core of their pain & focus on managing that more effectively, without negative repercussions. We will together build a set of skills to help them feel more empowered & effective in their life.
Anastasiia Avazashvili
Psychologist, MA Psyc, FSP
Verified Verified
3000 Bern (Online Only)
Certified in EMDR, cognitive-processing therapy, RTM protocol, clinical hypnosis, couple therapy, and gestalt therapy, I bring extensive experience in integrating evidence-based techniques and modalities tailored to each client's unique needs and preferences.
With a global perspective, I specialize in providing support worldwide, offering culturally sensitive and tailored counseling services to diverse populations. Swiss-based, compassionate, and solution-oriented professional with over 15 years of experience. Fluent in English, French, Russian, and Ukrainian, I am a member of FSP, AGPsy, and ASCA (Switzerland).
Certified in EMDR, cognitive-processing therapy, RTM protocol, clinical hypnosis, couple therapy, and gestalt therapy, I bring extensive experience in integrating evidence-based techniques and modalities tailored to each client's unique needs and preferences.
With a global perspective, I specialize in providing support worldwide, offering culturally sensitive and tailored counseling services to diverse populations. Swiss-based, compassionate, and solution-oriented professional with over 15 years of experience. Fluent in English, French, Russian, and Ukrainian, I am a member of FSP, AGPsy, and ASCA (Switzerland).
Ana Vedes
Psychologist, FSP
Verified Verified
3000 Bern
I offer an integrative and holistic approach to individual and couple counseling (AEDP, IFS, EMDR & EFT) that is evidenced-based, experiential, relational, brain-, emotion- and body-focused since latest research has shown that merely talking about or having insight about our problems doesn't change them.
I am specialized in complex trauma and provide individual and couple counseling to expats, immigrants, intercultural couples and international souls, living in Zürich, and around the world. Several studies, and my own professional and personal experience, indicate that despite what you might gain from building a life in a country that offers more possibilities and opportunities on various levels; these potentially positive sides are also accompanied by losses, vulnerabilities and various potentially traumatic experiences, particularly challenging for those with a background already marked by neglect, abuse or violence.
I offer an integrative and holistic approach to individual and couple counseling (AEDP, IFS, EMDR & EFT) that is evidenced-based, experiential, relational, brain-, emotion- and body-focused since latest research has shown that merely talking about or having insight about our problems doesn't change them.
I am specialized in complex trauma and provide individual and couple counseling to expats, immigrants, intercultural couples and international souls, living in Zürich, and around the world. Several studies, and my own professional and personal experience, indicate that despite what you might gain from building a life in a country that offers more possibilities and opportunities on various levels; these potentially positive sides are also accompanied by losses, vulnerabilities and various potentially traumatic experiences, particularly challenging for those with a background already marked by neglect, abuse or violence.
Online Therapists
CFadda Psychological Counselor
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
6330 Cham (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Caterina and I’m an accredited psychotherapist and EMDR practitioner working with Adults, Children, Adolescents and Families. The main areas I work with are Anxiety, Attachment issues, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, PTSD and Trauma. You may be looking for help overcoming psychological distress linked to adverse childhood experiences/trauma and resolving internal and or relational conflicts. Therapy can help to improve development, behaviour, functioning, and a person's general ability to engage with and appreciate life.
Hello, my name is Caterina and I’m an accredited psychotherapist and EMDR practitioner working with Adults, Children, Adolescents and Families. The main areas I work with are Anxiety, Attachment issues, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, PTSD and Trauma. You may be looking for help overcoming psychological distress linked to adverse childhood experiences/trauma and resolving internal and or relational conflicts. Therapy can help to improve development, behaviour, functioning, and a person's general ability to engage with and appreciate life.
Ekaterina Lukoshkina
Psychologist, PhD, FSP
Verified Verified
1207 Geneva
I'm a Ph.D. clinical psychologist with diverse experience in trauma, anxiety, depression and eating disorders. Specialising in Evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive behavioural therapy and EMDR, I stay updated on the latest psychology research and continually advance my training. I am providing consultations in English and Russian languages.
I'm a Ph.D. clinical psychologist with diverse experience in trauma, anxiety, depression and eating disorders. Specialising in Evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive behavioural therapy and EMDR, I stay updated on the latest psychology research and continually advance my training. I am providing consultations in English and Russian languages.
David C. Schiesher
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
1205 Geneva
My treatment methodology combines Psychodynamic, CBT, Hakomi, EMDR and Brainspotting with my personality style to create a unique psycho-social-somatic therapy practice.
Individual counselling is helpful when you are in a state of chronic or intense unhappiness, discomfort, stress or anxiety, fear, fatigue, anger, hopelessness, etc...and you no longer want to be in that state. Individual therapy may be the first step toward positive change in your life. Couples decide to work with me when the following issues arise in their relationship: Emotional and/or physical infidelity; Communication breakdowns; Inability to resolve conflicts without fighting; Unmet emotional needs; Gradual loss of intimacy, affection, or sex; Mood disturbances (depression, anxiety); High stress levels, etc...
My treatment methodology combines Psychodynamic, CBT, Hakomi, EMDR and Brainspotting with my personality style to create a unique psycho-social-somatic therapy practice.
Individual counselling is helpful when you are in a state of chronic or intense unhappiness, discomfort, stress or anxiety, fear, fatigue, anger, hopelessness, etc...and you no longer want to be in that state. Individual therapy may be the first step toward positive change in your life. Couples decide to work with me when the following issues arise in their relationship: Emotional and/or physical infidelity; Communication breakdowns; Inability to resolve conflicts without fighting; Unmet emotional needs; Gradual loss of intimacy, affection, or sex; Mood disturbances (depression, anxiety); High stress levels, etc...
Coppet Coaching & Counseling
MSc
Verified Verified
1296 Coppet
I am Renate, a trilingual (French, English, Dutch) FSP Psychologist, Life Coach and EMDR Therapist. If you have problems at work (i.e. burn-out, issues with colleagues), problems in your personal life (i.e. lack of confidence, feeling stuck), if you are a teenager & are dealing with "teenage issues" (i.e. pressure at school or with peers), if you think about switching jobs, if you have marital/relational problems (i.e. communication issues) or deeper psychological issues (i.e. trauma), I may be able to help you.
I am Renate, a trilingual (French, English, Dutch) FSP Psychologist, Life Coach and EMDR Therapist. If you have problems at work (i.e. burn-out, issues with colleagues), problems in your personal life (i.e. lack of confidence, feeling stuck), if you are a teenager & are dealing with "teenage issues" (i.e. pressure at school or with peers), if you think about switching jobs, if you have marital/relational problems (i.e. communication issues) or deeper psychological issues (i.e. trauma), I may be able to help you.
Jean-Jacques Joris
Counsellor, MA Psyc
Verified Verified
1205 Geneva
I am trained in Ericksonian hypnosis; Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy; Cognitive-Behavioral Equine-Assisted Therapy; Nature-Based therapy; Gestalt; EMDR; Somatic Experiencing; and Rogerian therapy.
I am a Swiss-American counselor and certified coach, with 13 years of clinical and teaching experience as a psychotherapist in the USA (www.twinoaksfarm.com). I offer online, in-person, and equine-assisted services in the Geneva-Lausanne region. As a former diplomat, I know what challenges expatriates face, as well as professionals dealing with high-stress - primary responders, humanitarian workers, military personnel, etc. My clinical specialty and passion is helping individuals struggling with anxiety, PTSD, or relationship issues reconnect with their strengths to live a fulfilling, balanced life, in alignment with their values.
I am trained in Ericksonian hypnosis; Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy; Cognitive-Behavioral Equine-Assisted Therapy; Nature-Based therapy; Gestalt; EMDR; Somatic Experiencing; and Rogerian therapy.
I am a Swiss-American counselor and certified coach, with 13 years of clinical and teaching experience as a psychotherapist in the USA (www.twinoaksfarm.com). I offer online, in-person, and equine-assisted services in the Geneva-Lausanne region. As a former diplomat, I know what challenges expatriates face, as well as professionals dealing with high-stress - primary responders, humanitarian workers, military personnel, etc. My clinical specialty and passion is helping individuals struggling with anxiety, PTSD, or relationship issues reconnect with their strengths to live a fulfilling, balanced life, in alignment with their values.
Ines Valde
Psychologist, MSc, FSP
Verified Verified
8002 Zürich
Waitlist for new clients
Based on my training in brief psychotherapy and EMDR, I aim to make the therapy more targeted and efficient.
It is normal in our lives to feel tired, overwhelmed, exhausted, angry, sad or disappointed. It can happen that we don't see the meaning of our life, that we don't know where we are going or why things are happening to us. It is normal and healthy to go through moments when we stop and question who we are and who we want to become. But there are times when we don't have the tools, the energy to make a change in our lives, or we simply don't know how to do it. That's when I recommend asking for help, using psychology as another tool in our favour to become who we want to be.
Based on my training in brief psychotherapy and EMDR, I aim to make the therapy more targeted and efficient.
It is normal in our lives to feel tired, overwhelmed, exhausted, angry, sad or disappointed. It can happen that we don't see the meaning of our life, that we don't know where we are going or why things are happening to us. It is normal and healthy to go through moments when we stop and question who we are and who we want to become. But there are times when we don't have the tools, the energy to make a change in our lives, or we simply don't know how to do it. That's when I recommend asking for help, using psychology as another tool in our favour to become who we want to be.
Olivia Streater
Art Therapist gpk, MA
Verified Verified
4051 Basel
I offer EMDR, talk therapy and art/body psychotherapy.
Therapy & counselling for adults, young people and children in Basel and online: a compassionate, client-led approach combined with evidence-based interventions.
I offer EMDR, talk therapy and art/body psychotherapy.
Therapy & counselling for adults, young people and children in Basel and online: a compassionate, client-led approach combined with evidence-based interventions.
Daniela Puggioni
Psychologist, MA Psyc, FSP
Verified Verified
4051 Basel
As Psychologist and Psychotherapist I.A., I aim to create a safe space where you will find genuine acceptance and openness, nurturing healing, personal growth and well-being within our authentic relationship. Together, we will focus on your experiential process, empowering you to make spontaneous choices and discover new possibilities for change. We will co-create experiences that promote self-discovery and personal growth. By embracing the present moment and encouraging you to feel rather than overthink, we'll dive deep into your emotions.
As Psychologist and Psychotherapist I.A., I aim to create a safe space where you will find genuine acceptance and openness, nurturing healing, personal growth and well-being within our authentic relationship. Together, we will focus on your experiential process, empowering you to make spontaneous choices and discover new possibilities for change. We will co-create experiences that promote self-discovery and personal growth. By embracing the present moment and encouraging you to feel rather than overthink, we'll dive deep into your emotions.
Susanna Harkonen
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
1233 Bernex (Online Only)
Are you exhausted, stressed, unhappy, unmotivated, or outright miserable at work? Have you experienced unfair and devastating events and behaviors at work and have a hard time making sense and recovering? Are you barely coping with your toxic boss, co-workers, and organizational culture? Is your personal life and health suffering because of your work?
Are you exhausted, stressed, unhappy, unmotivated, or outright miserable at work? Have you experienced unfair and devastating events and behaviors at work and have a hard time making sense and recovering? Are you barely coping with your toxic boss, co-workers, and organizational culture? Is your personal life and health suffering because of your work?
Expat Psychologist Zug
Psychologist, Lic.psych., FSP
Verified Verified
6300 Zug
Happier life. Better relationships. Satisfying career. What are you looking for? ” We can’t solve our problems with the same level of thinking that created them” – Albert Einstein. Psychology is so much more than just the “study of the mind.” We aim to reduce distress and to enhance and promote psychological well-being and to help you cope with various life stressors.
Happier life. Better relationships. Satisfying career. What are you looking for? ” We can’t solve our problems with the same level of thinking that created them” – Albert Einstein. Psychology is so much more than just the “study of the mind.” We aim to reduce distress and to enhance and promote psychological well-being and to help you cope with various life stressors.
Aernout Zevenbergen
MA
Verified Verified
1260 Nyon
Life can be bumpy, sometimes. Change is always happening, be it in love, in work, in health and in the larger world around us. At times it can be useful to have someone by your side to navigate those changes, and increase clarity about the choices available, and the directions you might want to explore. Transitions and transformations are, I believe, what make life interesting - even though tough and rough at intervals. Gaining agency and insight in a place that is non-judgmental will help you make your choices, aligning yourself with your deepest sense of self.
Life can be bumpy, sometimes. Change is always happening, be it in love, in work, in health and in the larger world around us. At times it can be useful to have someone by your side to navigate those changes, and increase clarity about the choices available, and the directions you might want to explore. Transitions and transformations are, I believe, what make life interesting - even though tough and rough at intervals. Gaining agency and insight in a place that is non-judgmental will help you make your choices, aligning yourself with your deepest sense of self.
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EMDR Counsellors
Who is EMDR for?
EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.
Why do people need EMDR?
People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.
What problems does EMDR treat?
First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
What happens in EMDR therapy?
First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimising its ability to trigger anxiety.