Therapy for Anxiety & Trauma
Specializing in EMDR Therapy for Teenagers & Adults in Santa Clarita, CA
Find healing from your anxiety and/or traumatic experiences.
Do you feel like you’re always worrying about something, and feel like you just can’t turn the anxiety off? Maybe you feel a lot of pressure to achieve and do things perfectly, and when you make a mistake, it feels earth-shattering. You frequently are worried about what others think of you, and are terrified of judgment or rejection. And on top of that, you find that you are even more critical of yourself. No matter what you do or achieve, you never feel good enough.
Or maybe you are struggling after going through a disturbing experience(s) that has consumed your mind ever since. It could have been a one-time event (e.g., a car accident, a shooting, etc), or ongoing trauma (e.g., growing up in an abusive home or being involved in an unhealthy relationship, etc), and now you’re finding effects from these experiences interfering with how you want to be living.
Maybe you’re having intrusive thoughts, frequent nightmares, or having difficulty sleeping. You have found yourself avoiding places or people that remind you of what happened. You now struggle to show up in different areas of your life with confidence because this experience(s) has shaken you to your core, and you are desperate to find relief. You just want to move on and leave it all behind you.
You are not alone. There is hope for moving forward.
Hi! I’m Michelle.
And I would love to help you.
I work with teenagers and adults struggling with anxiety and trauma. I specialize specifically in EMDR therapy, and help my clients identify and work through the root cause of their current symptoms so that they can find lasting relief. My goal is to help you do more than just cope with your current stressors, but actually help you resolve what is causing your symptoms so that you can find long-term resolution and relief.
Here's how I can help:
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Trauma
Exhausted from past traumas interfering with your present life? Whether it is a childhood trauma or something more recent, one traumatic event or multiple, we can work through these memories so that you can finally find peace, and move forward with your life.
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Anxiety
Tired of constant worrying and intrusive thoughts about the worst case scenario? It can get better. Anxiety doesn't have to continue to rule your life. Learn effective coping tools to deal with your anxiety, identify the root that is driving your anxiety, and finally find lasting relief.
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Depression
Trying to get through the day while battling depression can be a heavy burden, but you don't need to do it alone. Together, we can figure out what is contributing to your low moods, identify a plan of action, and help you start moving through life easier.
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Self-Esteem
Do you struggle with regular self-criticism and feel like you can’t do anything right? Do you find that you keep yourself from achieving your goals because of self-sabotage and negative self-talk. We can work together to identify where this pattern comes from, and shift the way you think about yourself so you can finally get out of your own way.
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Phobias
Do you struggle with a specific phobia (e.g., fear of flying, fear of vomiting, etc) that is making it hard to function in your day-to-day life? Together, we can identify and process the root that is causing so much distress for you, and help you find resolution.
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Healthy Relationships
Do you struggle in your relationships? Do you find yourself wanting to establish healthier friendships or to improve how you behave in your romantic relationship, but aren't sure what or how to change? We can work together to establish healthier communication and relational skills to improve the relationships in your life.
GET IN TOUCH
I understand you may have questions about this process and whether I’m the right therapist for you. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with me to get your questions answered and learn more about how I can help.
DO THE WORK
Most clients typically will meet with me weekly; however, the work we do is tailored specifically to your individual needs. We will collaborate to identify a treatment plan that suits your needs and gets you to your desired goals.
SEE RESULTS
Finally find the the relief, confidence, and peace that you have wanted for so long.
