Trauma and PTSD Recovery
You're tired of oscillating between fight or flight mode, numbness and dissociation - whether from childhood abuse, discrimination, or violence that shattered your sense of safety.
EMDR Therapy
Process trauma without reliving the pain with EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy
Fee
50 Minutes
Sliding Scale*
$110-150
*note on a sliding scale
I reserve a limited number of reduced-fee slots. Sliding scale rates, which is any amount below the therapist’s full fee, are available for a limited number of clients. Rates may go as low as $110, based on demonstrated financial need and availability. Please inquire about current openings.
insurances i accept:
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Magellan, and Quest Behavioral Health.
What is EMDR:
You might feel trapped by memories that won't let go, but healing is possible.
When trauma lives in your body—showing up as panic attacks, nightmares, out of control urges + behaviors, or destructive patterns—you often wonder how you got stuck in this cycle. Whether it's from identity-based violence, systemic oppression, family rejection, or carrying everyone else's pain while your own healing waits, you've tried thinking your way out or pushing through, but nothing creates lasting change.
The quick fixes and survival strategies you've used aren't working anymore—in fact, they might be keeping you further from the deep healing you really want. And none of those approaches have created the kind of liberation you actually deserve.
Learn more about how this evidence-based therapy approach works.
How EMDR can support your healing journey
Work through trauma safely, and begin feeling change in just a few sessions. EMDR helps you reprocess stuck memories, reducing anxiety, overwhelm & repetition.
Breaking Free from Out of Control Urges + Behaviors, and Destructive Patterns
You keep turning to substances, behaviors, or patterns that temporarily numb the pain but leave you feeling more disconnected from yourself.
Anxiety and Panic Relief
Your nervous system feels like it's always on high alert - especially when navigating spaces that weren't designed for people like you.
ways of integrating emdr:
Ancestrally, spirit-informed, land-connected EMDR
Reclaiming ancestral strength during trauma processing
Imagining or creating rituals of release and return (e.g., burying grief, calling back lost parts of the self)
Resourcing through meaningful connection to land, nature, or spiritual imagery
Inviting spiritual figures, ancestors, or inner wisdom as witnesses and protectors
benefits of emdr:
Transform Your Life: Discover the Power of EMDR Therapy Today
EMDR therapy creates profound healing for Women/Femmes of Color, LGBTQ+ folks, young adults, and those who carry the labor of caregiving. When we address trauma at its root with culturally conscious care, you can reclaim the life that's been waiting for you.
Here's what becomes possible:
Feel safe in your own skin again
No more hypervigilance or disconnection from your body
Rest without carrying everyone else's pain
Sleep deeply without absorbing community trauma or staying awake worried about others
Love without hiding parts of yourself
Show up authentically in relationships without fear of rejection for who you are
Make choices from your power, not survival mode
Trust your intuition without being controlled by past trauma
FAQs
Still have questions about getting started? Find answers about insurance, sliding scale, and what to expect.
Will you include spiritual elements even if I'm not sure about my beliefs?
Absolutely - we go at your pace and follow what feels authentic to you. Whether you connect with ancestors, nature, spiritual imagery, or simply your own inner wisdom, we'll find what resonates. This approach is about honoring your whole self, not imposing any specific spiritual framework.
Can EMDR help with intergenerational and cultural trauma?
Yes - this is central to my practice. Trauma isn't just individual; it's generational, cultural, and rooted in disconnection from spirit, ancestry, or home. We'll work with both your personal experiences and inherited patterns, helping you reclaim what was lost and release what was never yours to carry.
What if my trauma involves disconnection from my culture or land?
This is exactly what ancestrally and land-connected EMDR addresses. We'll work on healing the wounds of displacement, cultural suppression, or being separated from your roots, while helping you reconnect with the wisdom and strength of your lineage.
Do you weave in your spiritual approach with all types of trauma work?
Yes - regardless of what type of presenting issue is being addressed, I integrate ancestral, spiritual, and land-based themes into our work. I'm also trained in specialized EMDR protocols that allow me to meet you exactly where you are:
ASSYST — Acute Stress Syndrome Stabilization is a gentle, structured approach that helps your body process and release stress stored from past experiences. Using simple movements, eye patterns, or guided attention, ASSYST works with your nervous system to calm overwhelm, organize sensations, and create a sense of safety.
DeTUR — Desensitization of Triggers & Urge Reprocessing
A targeted EMDR protocol for calming out-of-control urges and compulsive behaviors. DeTUR helps clients reprocess the triggers that fuel behaviors such as impulsive sexual acting-out, substance use, binge-eating, or self-soothing rituals—so they regain choice, regulation, and relief.
Somatic EMDR — An EMDR approach that weaves in body-based (somatic) techniques. Clients learn to track sensations, release stored tension, and anchor safety in the body—ideal for dissociation, chronic pain, and trauma held below words.
R-TEP & G-TEP — Recent / Group Traumatic Episode Protocols
Early-intervention EMDR for acute trauma (experienced within 3 months) or ongoing trauma. R-TEP (individual) and G-TEP (group) stabilize the nervous system, process recent events, and help prevent long-term PTSD—whether after car accidents, a sexual assault, natural disasters, or collective crises.
Whether we're using these specialized techniques or standard EMDR, the spiritual and cultural elements remain woven throughout to make this work culturally resonant and sacred for your unique healing journey.
What are your payment options and do you accept insurance?
I offer a sliding scale to make healing accessible and accept insurance.
Insurances I accept: Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania, and Quest Behavioral Health.
For those whose insurance I don't accept, I provide superbills so you can seek reimbursement from your insurance company.
I believe financial barriers shouldn't prevent you from accessing the healing you deserve. During our consultation, we can discuss what works best for your situation.
Telehealth Sessions Available in San Diego & Across California
Ready to start your healing journey?