EMDR Therapists in Midtown, Sacramento, CA
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David Phillips
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
My specialty is PTSD and I primarily use
EMDR
(please Google
EMDR
if unfamiliar).
Hello, If you are looking for in-person (video sessions available) sessions and would like to talk to someone today, please call or send me an email. Typically, I am able to return your call or email within a day. I hear from patients all the time, that the hardest part to finding and connecting with a clinician is getting someone to take your call or call you back. I try to make connecting one of easier parts of therapy. I provide counseling services to individuals, couples, and families, and adopt an approach that is engaged and collaborative. I look forward to hearing from you.

Dennis L Kuik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
The techniques I use include: CBT, DBT, and
EMDR
.
I have been working in mental health as a social worker for over 30 years; working with individuals from all walks of life, with a variety of challenging issues. Often times we can face our problems on our own, but sometimes it helps to have someone to listen and process the challenges we are facing. As a therapist, my philosophy is to listen to your story and meet you where you are at.

Sandra A Warne
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am interested in meeting you individually or with your partner or spouse if you are not living your life to its fullest potential for joy, growth and connection with others. I specialize in trauma resolution through the utilization of
EMDR
, which is effective in clearing negative influences from the past so you can flourish in the present. My goal is for you is to live with balance, joy, and fulfillment. I also employ a gentle approach to reduce suffering through mindfulness based psychotherapy. Working with couples and diverse populations are interests, and specialties of mine.

California Trauma Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am certified in Brainspotting and incorporate
EMDR
.
**Taking new clients in person** Clients that find me usually feel that trauma has informed or altered their life in some way. Or they face personal or relational distress. I meet each client with their unique challenges and life experiences and offer a place to explore what you are needing in therapy. My ideal client wants to understand and grow to their full potential and I am here as a guide to offer tools, options, a place to process your emotions and/or trauma. Adults that have been through child abuse, mental illness in family, addiction, sexual abuse, relationship distress, anxiety and depression.

Nicola Simmersbach
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
Verified
I am a Certified
EMDR
Therapist with additional training in the
EMDR
FLASH method, recent events trauma relief (R-TEP) and even group event trauma relief (D-TEP) for families or work groups who suffered a trauma.
If anxiety, depression or relationship issues are keeping you from enjoying your life, I'd love to help. I am trained in a variety of techniques that have helped thousands of people improve their connections to the people they love, let go of lingering effects of trauma and painful events and make the changes they want. If you and the person you love want to reduce the conflict and increase the harmony between you. I won't teach you "fight fair' or make "I statements", but I will help you develop a blueprint to decode your connection that you can take with you and apply over. Your life is important and a phone screening is free.

Monique VandenBos Parts Work and EMDR
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
In session I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT,
EMDR
, sensorimotor psychotherapy, polyvagal theory and IFS to meet the diverse needs of each client.
I provide therapy in Midtown Sacramento, currently all therapy is through video/telehealth. My approach to therapy is interactive, playful, and compassionate. I believe that therapy can open us to feel more connected to ourselves and our relationships and lead more intentional lives. I respect the vulnerability of each of in reaching out for therapy and look forward to empowering you.

Genevieve Fahey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I work with a combination of talk therapy,
EMDR
, and sometimes art, to help you find balance and heal.
Being sensitive in this world isn't easy. If you identify as a healer or a highly sensitive/empathetic person, you may find yourself trying to use your gifts to "save" others. You may find that people easily open up to you. You may also find that a lot of your dating life has been based on healing, changing, and helping others. It leaves little room for your needs, leading to dysfunctional relationships. When you continuously have projects instead of partners you might be worried your "picker" is broken. It's not broken. It's just not your job to heal everyone. It's time to find a relationships based on reciprocity.

Lauren Trask
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in treating trauma and have been trained in
EMDR
therapy, though this isn't my only approach to treating trauma.
I believe every good therapist has done their own work. I have been a therapy client at different times throughout my life. I don’t ask my clients to do anything I haven’t done myself. Together we will work to identify the best approach to healing for you.
Not accepting new clients

Sharon Skelton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I also provide supervision for pre-licensed clinicians and am approved by the
EMDR
International Association to provide individual and group consultation to
EMDR
therapists.
Have you lost your footing? I specialize in traumatic grief counseling and reducing the negative effects of traumatic events. Sudden losses can throw you off center. Unattended losses and past traumas can leave you feeling disconnected from the people you love. I use
EMDR
therapy to help people make sense of their past losses so they can live more joyfully in the present. A certified facilitator of The Daring Way, I use the research published by Dr. Brené Brown to help people brave connection and claim their sense of worthiness and belonging.

Rachel Cover-Briggs
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
From a culturally-informed, relational framework, I provide such therapies as CBT, CBT-Insomnia, CPT for PTSD,
EMDR
, and DBT.
Are you an "overthinker" or overachiever wanting to work through harsh attitudes you hold about yourself, or seeking to resolve pain from the past? Perhaps you need relief from intense worry, anxiety, PTSD/complex trauma, overwhelming emotions, depression, trouble sleeping, or nightmares. Or you might be seeking to grow as a person and needing to talk through the complexities of your most important relationships with someone trained to ask just the right questions. If these are the kinds of issues you’re grappling with now, therapy is a wonderful place to start, and one of the most meaningful investments you can make in yourself.

Questella Alfred
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I use my training in
EMDR
, Relational Life Therapy, Internal Family Systems to support relationships of all structures/types & QTBIPOC navigating issues related to intimacy, sex, communication, kinks, trauma, boundaries, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, racial justice, sexuality,& life.
My practice is grounded in the belief that we all have a deep desire and fundamental need to connect — with ourselves and with others. My practice melds: my collaborative approach + affirming, nonjudgmental, humorous and directive style + lived experiences as a West Indian, first-gen, queer, womxn + a trauma/somatic/relational focus and Afrocentric perspectives to curate a transformative process that allows you and/or your partners to experience: connection—healing—liberation.
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Chu Hui Cha
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
With
EMDR
, I will help you process distressing events and reduce their power to trigger you.
Do your emotions feel out of control? Are you prone to feeling anxious and irritable? Do you tend to feel guilt and shame? Trauma, whether from the past or more recent, can show up in ways that are not that easy to recognize. In emotional survival mode, you can feel disconnected and alone, while also feeling resentful towards others in your personal life or in the workplace. In this difficult place, it’s common to try to distract from how you feel by turning to food, screens, shopping, and other people’s needs. The truth is, until you heal from trauma, you can’t feel truly free to live your life.

Harry Jakobson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My name is Harry Jakobson 72495. My approach to therapy is to help people heal and work through their life experiences. My expertise is working with individuals, children, families, and couples. I work with clients of all ages. My experience comes from working in rural communities, providing 10 years of psychotherapy, training other clinicians, and providing integrative care. I use CBT, mindfulness, trauma-informed CBT, brain-spotting,
EMDR
, play therapy, and other modalities. Client centered communication. I focus on your needs for healing and change in your life.

Sacramento Transformation Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCM
Verified
Verified
For best results I recommend Rapid Eye movement therapy (
EMDR
).
I have been a practicing LCSW for 20 years. I believe that people can change for the better at any time in their lives. Our daily responsibilities often get in the way of us prioritizing our mental health, however there is no better time than now to start your growth journey. I am here to help you. I am very open minded and non judgmental. You can tell me anything and be assured that I will listen with compassion. I worked in healthcare most of my career and specialize in end of life, caregiver compassion fatigue and adjustment issues related to managing chronic illnesses. I also work with tweens, teens and adults of all ages.

Wendy Earle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Additionally, I am
EMDR
trained.
When each moment is a battle to stay afloat, the future may seem bleak. When you are depressed and anxious and your thoughts tell you these feelings are never going to end, you need to know this is a distortion that is completely untrue. These feelings of hopelessness and helplessness are common with depression. Imagine getting through this dark period and transitioning into time where you not only feel better, but you feel even better than before.

Ann Naimark
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
I treat the whole you. I help you integrate body, mind, emotions, and Spirit, so you're fully alive with purpose, joy, balance and peace. Using EFT or
EMDR
we clear and balance thoughts and emotions. We brainstorm ways to help you achieve physical goals. Using visualization and deep relaxation you let go of blocks and connect deeply to your life's dreams. Inviting Spirit you feel supported and receive healing on many levels. My greatest joy is watching you gain insights, celebrate successes, overcome stuck places and feel that you're on YOUR path , YOUR way.

Patience Dayton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Training and Experience: Individuals and couples (children, teens, adults); Christian marriage; Theology of the Body; trauma and crisis; 12 step recovery, alcoholism, addictions; self-esteem issues; OCD/anxiety; depression; Autism, ADHD; Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) & Trauma Focused CBT; Narrative Therapy; Solution Focused;
EMDR
.
I am a Catholic Christian therapist. I provide therapeutic services that stay true to traditional Catholic and Christian values. I especially enjoy integrating the faith into sessions, while utilizing evidenced based practices and counseling techniques. I work with individuals of all faith backgrounds, though my speciality is working with the Catholic & Christian population.

Dr. Carolee Tran
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavioral,
EMDR
, Mindfulness-Based, Psychodynamic, and Family Therapy.
I am a Harvard-trained psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families affected by depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, and life's challenges. My treatment approach is collaborative, interactive, holistic (examining all factors that affect your functioning), and strength-based (identifying your strengths). I focus on symptom reduction and skills-building to optimize your quality of life. I will work with you to tailor a treatment plan that meets your specific needs and goals. I am bilingual in Vietnamese. My office is located in Midtown and is half a block from the light rail.

Michelle L Thomas
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am a certified
EMDR
therapist which means that I have the highest level of training to provide individual
EMDR
.
Hi! I feel so grateful to be a therapist connecting with adult women in all phases of life. I offer a genuinely non-judgmental space for you to process emotional feelings as well as the physical feelings that may come with your emotions. I value honesty in my work and love to work with women who are ready to make some real changes. I am interactive and I am genuinely interested in moving people through their issues so that you can live up to your full potential. If you are a women who is ready to take the next step in your health I would love to get to work with you.

Meghann Crane-Russ
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified
Verified
I hold a Perinatal Mental Health Certification and am trained in
EMDR
.
This wasn't how it was supposed to go. You're worried you will feel this way forever, that you will never feel like yourself again. Maybe you’re reading this because your parenting experience is not what you expected it to be, in fact, it’s probably been pretty awful so far. Perhaps you’ve experienced child, infant, or pregnancy loss and there are really no words to describe the void you feel right now. The loss is inexpressible and you feel so alone. Or you’re struggling to cope with chronic illness, grief, or life stressors. You feel like you’re hiking through a forest without a map... you just want to find a path forward.
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EMDR Therapists
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, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.