Steven Frank

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Some clients come to me wanting help untangling the day‑to‑day thoughts and reactions that keep them stuck. Trauma doesn’t just live in memories — it shows up in the way you interpret situations, talk to yourself, and respond to stress. When that’s the case, I often integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in a way that feels practical and not overly clinical. CBT with me isn’t about “thinking positive” or memorizing worksheets. It’s about slowing down enough to notice the patterns that keep repeating — the self‑blame, the fear of conflict, the urge to shut down — and learning how to respond differently. We look at what’s happening in real time, in your actual life, and build tools you can use outside of session.

EMDR

Many of the people who find their way to me are carrying experiences that still feel “too much” — memories that show up uninvited, a nervous system that won’t settle, or a sense of being stuck in patterns they can’t think their way out of. If you’ve been trying to manage on your own and it’s not getting easier, you’re not alone. Trauma has a way of lingering in the body even when life looks “fine” on the outside. My work centers on trauma and Post‑Traumatic Stress Disorder, including the quieter forms of trauma that come from chronic stress, childhood experiences, or relationships that left lasting impact. I’m trained and certified in EMDR, a method recognized by insurance companies and the American Psychiatric Association. More importantly, it’s a method that helps people move through stuck places in a way that feels structured, safe, and grounded.