EMDR Therapists in Pittsburg County, OK
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and I also offer EMDR.
I work with children, teens, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, attachment wounds, or feeling stuck. My approach is warm, casual, and relational—I build real connections while maintaining healthy boundaries. I create a safe, supportive space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to grow. Therapy with me is about understanding your story, building insight, and moving toward meaningful personal growth, together.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and I also offer EMDR.
I work with children, teens, and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, attachment wounds, or feeling stuck. My approach is warm, casual, and relational—I build real connections while maintaining healthy boundaries. I create a safe, supportive space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to grow. Therapy with me is about understanding your story, building insight, and moving toward meaningful personal growth, together.
Small Town Behavioral
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSPS, LPC, RPT
1 Endorsed
McAlester, OK 74501
I help kids, teens, and adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or worn down by stress and trauma. As an LPC, RPT my style is warm, direct when needed, and down to earth.
I help kids, teens, and adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or worn down by stress and trauma. As an LPC, RPT my style is warm, direct when needed, and down to earth.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based modalities, primarily utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR).
The therapeutic process can be intimidating and difficult. My goal in the therapy setting is to provide an empathetic, direct, and supportive environment where individuals can gain the tools and insights they need to better manage life’s difficulties.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based modalities, primarily utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR).
The therapeutic process can be intimidating and difficult. My goal in the therapy setting is to provide an empathetic, direct, and supportive environment where individuals can gain the tools and insights they need to better manage life’s difficulties.
Know something needs to shift, but aren’t sure where to start? No matter your age or stage of life, you are welcome here. You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin. My goal is to meet you where you are and help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and support. Whether you’re a teen navigating school and identity, a young adult facing transitions and increased responsibilities, or an adult balancing life’s many demands, you don’t have to go through it alone. Reaching out today can help you feel more grounded, supported, and empowered.
Know something needs to shift, but aren’t sure where to start? No matter your age or stage of life, you are welcome here. You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin. My goal is to meet you where you are and help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and support. Whether you’re a teen navigating school and identity, a young adult facing transitions and increased responsibilities, or an adult balancing life’s many demands, you don’t have to go through it alone. Reaching out today can help you feel more grounded, supported, and empowered.
Facing the challenges of daily living can be overwhelming. I can help you get back on track in as little as 4 sessions.
I'm a doctoral level licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience helping people overcome these challenges. I use therapies that work to help my clients identify and challenge negative thoughts and behaviors, develop coping mechanisms, and build resilience.
I also emphasize the importance of self-compassion and self-acceptance in the healing process. I understand that therapy can be daunting, but I'm here to create a safe and supportive space where you can grow.
Facing the challenges of daily living can be overwhelming. I can help you get back on track in as little as 4 sessions.
I'm a doctoral level licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience helping people overcome these challenges. I use therapies that work to help my clients identify and challenge negative thoughts and behaviors, develop coping mechanisms, and build resilience.
I also emphasize the importance of self-compassion and self-acceptance in the healing process. I understand that therapy can be daunting, but I'm here to create a safe and supportive space where you can grow.
I use practical tools like: CBT, EMDR (for trauma and stress), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and DBT to name a few.
You work hard. Life’s been heavy. Therapy shouldn’t make it harder.
I help everyday people—students, workers, parents, caregivers, tradespeople, first responders—deal with stress, anxiety, burnout, and life’s curveballs. You don’t need fancy language or a perfect plan to start the therapy process. You just need a confidential space where you can be real, be heard, and get individualized support that actually helps. I help with -Stress, anxiety, and emotional overload -Relationship and family struggles -Work pressure, burnout, and life balance -Grief, loss, and tough transitions -Self-worth, boundaries, and feeling stuck.
I use practical tools like: CBT, EMDR (for trauma and stress), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and DBT to name a few.
You work hard. Life’s been heavy. Therapy shouldn’t make it harder.
I help everyday people—students, workers, parents, caregivers, tradespeople, first responders—deal with stress, anxiety, burnout, and life’s curveballs. You don’t need fancy language or a perfect plan to start the therapy process. You just need a confidential space where you can be real, be heard, and get individualized support that actually helps. I help with -Stress, anxiety, and emotional overload -Relationship and family struggles -Work pressure, burnout, and life balance -Grief, loss, and tough transitions -Self-worth, boundaries, and feeling stuck.
Ala Therapy Collective is proud to offer LGBTQIA affirming therapy, therapy for women, EMDR and forensic psychological evaluations for immigrants who need support in their journey toward a safer and more stable life.
Everyone has a unique story, and often, the plot is rooted in experiences that are out of our control, like trauma, marginalization, or challenging life transitions. But we have the power to make decisions about what happens next and move toward our most authentic lives, even if that first step feels overwhelming. If you’re looking for a therapist to support you on your unique healing journey, while seeing the bigger picture – you’re in the right place. You deserve to show up to show up exactly as you are, with every piece of your identity being accepted and valued, and you’ll find that at Ala Therapy Collective.
Ala Therapy Collective is proud to offer LGBTQIA affirming therapy, therapy for women, EMDR and forensic psychological evaluations for immigrants who need support in their journey toward a safer and more stable life.
Everyone has a unique story, and often, the plot is rooted in experiences that are out of our control, like trauma, marginalization, or challenging life transitions. But we have the power to make decisions about what happens next and move toward our most authentic lives, even if that first step feels overwhelming. If you’re looking for a therapist to support you on your unique healing journey, while seeing the bigger picture – you’re in the right place. You deserve to show up to show up exactly as you are, with every piece of your identity being accepted and valued, and you’ll find that at Ala Therapy Collective.
Online Therapists
I specialize in helping adults work through anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges using a combination of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and nervous system-based approaches.
You might look like you’re holding it all together on the outside—but inside, it feels very different.
Maybe your mind won’t slow down.
Maybe you’re overthinking conversations, feeling anxious in your relationships, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to change.
Or maybe you’ve been through something difficult, and your body still reacts as if it’s happening now.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and more importantly, you’re not “broken.”
I specialize in helping adults work through anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges using a combination of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and nervous system-based approaches.
You might look like you’re holding it all together on the outside—but inside, it feels very different.
Maybe your mind won’t slow down.
Maybe you’re overthinking conversations, feeling anxious in your relationships, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to change.
Or maybe you’ve been through something difficult, and your body still reacts as if it’s happening now.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and more importantly, you’re not “broken.”
I am currently training in EMDR, and am proficiently trained in many trauma-informed modalities.
Are you tired of feeling like you have to explain your identity, defend your story, or untangle your faith background alone? Maybe you’re LGBTQ+ and carrying messages that never quite fit. Maybe you’re healing from religious trauma. Or maybe you’re a therapist who’s great at holding space for everyone else but not so great at letting someone hold it for you. You don’t have to do that here. Therapy with me is affirming, welcoming, and grounded in respect for who you are — not who others expected you to be.
I am currently training in EMDR, and am proficiently trained in many trauma-informed modalities.
Are you tired of feeling like you have to explain your identity, defend your story, or untangle your faith background alone? Maybe you’re LGBTQ+ and carrying messages that never quite fit. Maybe you’re healing from religious trauma. Or maybe you’re a therapist who’s great at holding space for everyone else but not so great at letting someone hold it for you. You don’t have to do that here. Therapy with me is affirming, welcoming, and grounded in respect for who you are — not who others expected you to be.
Gabrielle Emory-Zahid
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, CEDS-C, CIEC
3 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74104
I integrate EMDR to help clients work through trauma and manage stress.
I focus on empowering adolescent girls and young adult women to live their best lives. This could involve addressing disordered eating, poor body image, managing stress and anxiety, or discovering purpose and meaning. My aim is to guide people toward joy and a fulfilling life. I've supported clients dealing with a range of challenges, including eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, immigration, relationship issues, and life transitions. I am a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Consultant and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor dedicated to help you have a better relationship with food and your body.
I integrate EMDR to help clients work through trauma and manage stress.
I focus on empowering adolescent girls and young adult women to live their best lives. This could involve addressing disordered eating, poor body image, managing stress and anxiety, or discovering purpose and meaning. My aim is to guide people toward joy and a fulfilling life. I've supported clients dealing with a range of challenges, including eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, immigration, relationship issues, and life transitions. I am a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Consultant and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor dedicated to help you have a better relationship with food and your body.
We embed Eastern Philosophy, Spirituality, and wellness practices into our therapeutic approach, utilizing EMDR as the primary treatment modality.
We provide compassionate, highly skilled therapeutic services for individuals struggling with trauma and related issues in efforts to guide and facilitate clients' enhanced self-awareness, resolution of core beliefs and lifelong maladaptive patterns, and to find purpose and meaning in life. We work with clients, meeting them where they are, to get to the root issues of their symptoms which keep them stuck in situations and relationships, preventing them from a life full of expansiveness and hope. We also work extensively with individuals on the Austim spectrum and their family members.
We embed Eastern Philosophy, Spirituality, and wellness practices into our therapeutic approach, utilizing EMDR as the primary treatment modality.
We provide compassionate, highly skilled therapeutic services for individuals struggling with trauma and related issues in efforts to guide and facilitate clients' enhanced self-awareness, resolution of core beliefs and lifelong maladaptive patterns, and to find purpose and meaning in life. We work with clients, meeting them where they are, to get to the root issues of their symptoms which keep them stuck in situations and relationships, preventing them from a life full of expansiveness and hope. We also work extensively with individuals on the Austim spectrum and their family members.
My training in Child-Parent Psychotherapy and Somatic EMDR allows me to offer evidence-based interventions that honor the mind-body connection and the important relationships in our lives.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or the pressure to function in ways that don't seem to fit yours or your family's needs? Whether you're seeking support for yourself, your child, or your family, I can help you understand your needs and develop strategies that truly work for you. I specialize in working with children, adults, and families who are Autistic, ADHD, OCD, and/or navigating trauma and anxiety. My practice is grounded in a neurodiversity-affirming approach, where I meet each person with compassion and curiosity, honoring the unique ways they experience and move through the world.
My training in Child-Parent Psychotherapy and Somatic EMDR allows me to offer evidence-based interventions that honor the mind-body connection and the important relationships in our lives.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or the pressure to function in ways that don't seem to fit yours or your family's needs? Whether you're seeking support for yourself, your child, or your family, I can help you understand your needs and develop strategies that truly work for you. I specialize in working with children, adults, and families who are Autistic, ADHD, OCD, and/or navigating trauma and anxiety. My practice is grounded in a neurodiversity-affirming approach, where I meet each person with compassion and curiosity, honoring the unique ways they experience and move through the world.
Life, especially these days, can seem overwhelming and take a toll on mental and physical health. Outwardly, many of us present ourselves as being okay, but inside, there can be pain and inexplicable sorrow. Fear of change - even positive change - may instill feelings of anxiety, depression, vulnerability and helplessness. I work with adults and couples struggling with trauma, addictions, life transitions, legal issues and criminal justice involvement. Digging deep into emotions can seem daunting; however, looking inward to discover how past experiences contribute to our current state of being can be enlightening.
Life, especially these days, can seem overwhelming and take a toll on mental and physical health. Outwardly, many of us present ourselves as being okay, but inside, there can be pain and inexplicable sorrow. Fear of change - even positive change - may instill feelings of anxiety, depression, vulnerability and helplessness. I work with adults and couples struggling with trauma, addictions, life transitions, legal issues and criminal justice involvement. Digging deep into emotions can seem daunting; however, looking inward to discover how past experiences contribute to our current state of being can be enlightening.
My belief has always been that your best progress and growth potential is born from within. When the spark comes from within, it is much easier to follow and trust. Therefore, my approach is to help you find and nurture that spark. I like to really focus on giving my clients a space that allows them to be themselves and share any existential feelings they're having about life.
My belief has always been that your best progress and growth potential is born from within. When the spark comes from within, it is much easier to follow and trust. Therefore, my approach is to help you find and nurture that spark. I like to really focus on giving my clients a space that allows them to be themselves and share any existential feelings they're having about life.
I am an EMDRia Certified EMDR Therapist and Consultant in Training who focuses on helping people recover from the different things that life has put them through.
Discover your strengths and learn new techniques to cope with life’s overwhelming stressors. Gain more drive and self-confidence. Obtain guidance and accountability to help improve your quality of life and relationships with others. Heal past wounds and reconnect to your life-purpose with the help of a trained therapist that you can trust!
I am an EMDRia Certified EMDR Therapist and Consultant in Training who focuses on helping people recover from the different things that life has put them through.
Discover your strengths and learn new techniques to cope with life’s overwhelming stressors. Gain more drive and self-confidence. Obtain guidance and accountability to help improve your quality of life and relationships with others. Heal past wounds and reconnect to your life-purpose with the help of a trained therapist that you can trust!
Do you feel like you have tried everything to connect with your relationships but nothing seems to work? Your partner seems to be pulling away from you and you worry things could be getting worse. Is there a distance between you and your loved ones that you don't know how to fix? It can be scary and frustrating when you no longer feel your relationships are working and don't know how to find your way back to them. If you are struggling with relationship issues; betrayal trauma such as infidelity or substance abuse; anxiety; depression; anger; or just need a safe place to talk, I can help!
Do you feel like you have tried everything to connect with your relationships but nothing seems to work? Your partner seems to be pulling away from you and you worry things could be getting worse. Is there a distance between you and your loved ones that you don't know how to fix? It can be scary and frustrating when you no longer feel your relationships are working and don't know how to find your way back to them. If you are struggling with relationship issues; betrayal trauma such as infidelity or substance abuse; anxiety; depression; anger; or just need a safe place to talk, I can help!
I am trained in EMDR, CBT, TF‐CBT, DBT, WET, and ACT, which allows me to tailor treatment to each person’s unique needs and goals.
As a therapist, I provide a structured, supportive environment designed to promote psychological safety and therapeutic engagement. My practice includes individuals across the lifespan, and I tailor interventions to align with each client’s developmental stage, presenting concerns, and treatment needs. I utilize a collaborative, goal‑oriented approach, working with clients to establish clear therapeutic objectives and regularly assess progress to ensure our work remains focused, effective, and aligned with evidence‑based practice.
I am trained in EMDR, CBT, TF‐CBT, DBT, WET, and ACT, which allows me to tailor treatment to each person’s unique needs and goals.
As a therapist, I provide a structured, supportive environment designed to promote psychological safety and therapeutic engagement. My practice includes individuals across the lifespan, and I tailor interventions to align with each client’s developmental stage, presenting concerns, and treatment needs. I utilize a collaborative, goal‑oriented approach, working with clients to establish clear therapeutic objectives and regularly assess progress to ensure our work remains focused, effective, and aligned with evidence‑based practice.
In my counseling practice I primarily use EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, and Solution Focused Therapy.
I am a counselor who truly feels honored to be working alongside adult clients to help facilitate the change they need in their life. In addition to being a therapist, I have worked in higher education since 2006 as a college professor and even an adviser, so I have the passion and the knowledge base required for working with college aged clients. In addition, I have years of experience working with adults who have experienced trauma, or struggle with anxiety, depression, personal, or marital issues.
In my counseling practice I primarily use EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, and Solution Focused Therapy.
I am a counselor who truly feels honored to be working alongside adult clients to help facilitate the change they need in their life. In addition to being a therapist, I have worked in higher education since 2006 as a college professor and even an adviser, so I have the passion and the knowledge base required for working with college aged clients. In addition, I have years of experience working with adults who have experienced trauma, or struggle with anxiety, depression, personal, or marital issues.
Do you feel that life isn't going the way you want it, but you don't know where to start? Do you feel like you try to connect with your child but it just isn't working? Is your child having extreme behavioral problems and you need some support? If the answer to any of these is yes, then I feel I can help. I am currently taking on new teens and adults. I have a history of working with adults and children who have experienced problems such as trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and many more. I would love to help you and/or your family in any way that I can.
Do you feel that life isn't going the way you want it, but you don't know where to start? Do you feel like you try to connect with your child but it just isn't working? Is your child having extreme behavioral problems and you need some support? If the answer to any of these is yes, then I feel I can help. I am currently taking on new teens and adults. I have a history of working with adults and children who have experienced problems such as trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and many more. I would love to help you and/or your family in any way that I can.
At Refuge Behavioral Health, we are an outpatient counseling agency that specializes in Individual, Family, Marriage as well as, Alcohol and Drug Counseling services for adults, adolescents, and children. We are located in Tishomingo, OK and serve many surrounding communities including: Milburn, Madill, Kingston, Sulphur, Ardmore, Dickson, Durant, Wapanucka and many more!
At Refuge Behavioral Health, we are an outpatient counseling agency that specializes in Individual, Family, Marriage as well as, Alcohol and Drug Counseling services for adults, adolescents, and children. We are located in Tishomingo, OK and serve many surrounding communities including: Milburn, Madill, Kingston, Sulphur, Ardmore, Dickson, Durant, Wapanucka and many more!
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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.