TRAUMA THERAPY & EMDR FOR ADULTS IN AIKEN, SC

Healing begins with awareness. The patterns you have are not who you are—they’re how you learned to survive. With support, those patterns can transform into something softer, freer, and more authentic.

Sessions are available in person in Aiken, SC, and via telehealth throughout South Carolina.

My Approach & Style

My style is relational and direct. I'm not a blank-slate therapist who sits back and nods. I'll meet you where you are, ask questions that get beneath the surface, and help you connect dots you may not have connected before. I use EMDR as a primary tool because it tends to move things that years of talking sometimes don't. Sessions are semi-structured: we have direction, but you're not locked into a script.

Who I Work With

I work with people who seem to be high-functioning yet are held back by unresolved experiences or patterns that no longer serve them. My clients are often ready to go deeper, seeking more than just coping tools. Together, we uncover what’s beneath the surface to support long-term healing.

Therapy Types & Modalities

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Insight-oriented and depth-based approaches
Shadow work and parts-based exploration

Expertise

Trauma recovery: religious trauma, emotional abuse, attachment wounds
Mood and identity: anxiety, depression, ADHD, perfectionism, self-worth
Relationship patterns: boundary-setting, people-pleasing, communication

You've already tried managing it. Let's actually heal it.

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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a therapy that helps the brain process and heal from distressing experiences. Rather than relying on talk therapy alone, EMDR uses bilateral stimulation to help your nervous system work through memories that feel stuck. If you've tried talking about it and the charge hasn't lifted, EMDR may be worth exploring.

IF YOU'RE NEW TO EMDR OR WONDERING WHAT TO EXPECT, THESE ARE THE QUESTIONS I HEAR THE MOST.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is EMDR, exactly?

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It’s a therapy that helps your brain heal from distressing experiences by using bilateral stimulation (activating both sides of the brain) while you focus on a memory. This helps your nervous system “digest” the memory so it no longer feels as intense, overwhelming, or stuck.

What can EMDR help with?

EMDR can address a wide range of issues, but is commonly used to treat:

Single-event and chronic trauma
Depression, anxiety, stress, & overwhelm
Attachment & relational problems

How does EMDR work?

When something distressing happens, the brain can sometimes store it in a fragmented or “stuck” way. This means the emotions, beliefs, and sensations tied to the experience continue to show up, even long after it’s over. EMDR helps your brain reprocess those memories so they feel resolved and less charged. The memory is still there, but it no longer feels disturbing or defining.

Will I be re-living my trauma?

No. You don’t have to re-tell every detail or re-live the trauma. You’ll focus on a memory, but you’ll do so from a grounded place. EMDR is designed to help you notice whatever comes up—images, thoughts, emotions, body sensations—while staying anchored in the present.

How long does EMDR take?

It varies. EMDR isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach or a quick fix, but it often works faster than traditional talk therapy—especially for trauma. Some memories process in one session; others take longer. Complex or layered trauma may require more time. Your therapist will help you move at a pace that’s safe, steady, and supportive.

Do we do EMDR every session?

Not necessarily. Some sessions focus on resourcing, reflection, or preparation. Others may pause EMDR if life circumstances require stabilization. Therapy is flexible, and your well-being always takes priority. EMDR is a tool, not a requirement every week.

Is EMDR right for me?

If you feel stuck in past experiences, emotions seem unmanageable, or talk therapy hasn’t helped, EMDR may be a good fit. It allows healing without the need to over-explain difficult memories.