Dr. Rinato is a passionate advocate for redefining how we think about and treat problems, especially the most common ones of anxiety, depression trauma and addictions. Dr Rinato's focus is on wellness not pathology. By focusing on wellness, treatments emphasize helping people access their resources and personal strengths as well as helps them develop skills they may be missing in order to achieve the quality of life they seek. EMDR therapy helps the client move trauma from the emotional side of the brain to the cognitive side of the brain. The Body Keeps the Core and trauma sits in the brain until it is desensitized and reprocessed. On the personal side Dr. Rinato is a strong advocate for animal rights. She is a strong supporter of Rescue Me .org
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together I will ask you some questions to help us decide as a team how we can successfully work together.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Substance Use Disorders. Trained in Motivational Enhancement Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Seeking Safety.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have 25 years of experience in the field of counseling. My strengths include working with eating disorders, trauma, depression and anxiety. I have facilitated many years of counseling sessions working with phobia, meditation skills, grief and loss.