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What does an EMDR session look like?

One important question I get from clients is, "What does EMDR really look like in a therapy session?" Clients often know already that:...

What is EMDR? (a short brochure I give out)

This (see below images) is a six-page brochure I give to clients. I would call this a good description of what a "Basic Trained" EMDR...

For those who gave all: Memorial Day

Above is a picture of the four SEALs (at left, then three on the right) involved in the action depicted in the movie "Lone Survivor." ...

Rise of the Robot Therapists (part 2)

This is the second in a series, the first post coming from Dec. 2017 (click here for 2017 post) More than three years following my...

Am I a Christian Counselor?

I am most often contacted by individuals who are so troubled by marriage/relationship problems, or PTSD/trauma, that they just want a...

American Academy of Pediatricians: "Let them go back to school!"

COVID-19 is affecting children, but not in the way you might think. Kids' contraction of the virus is way lower than the adult rate, and...

Faith is welcome at my practice

Perhaps you're a regular churchgoer, or perhaps you're not religious at all. Perhaps you believe that good therapy must include your...

Fake happiness vs. Mental health

I always have some words of hope for my clients when I feel they are most in need. What I say might surprise you. I say, "My goal for you...

Profound quote from a client: The journey of healing

A client said something today about herself that I think profoundly reflects the human experience, and how that relates to healing from...

Practical questions answered! (insurance, fees, scheduling, etc.)

When potential clients call or email to schedule an appointment, they often have some basic, practical questions that need to be answered...