Ariel Swannick
Hi, my name is Ariel Swannick, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-QS). I'm a safe space for all cultures, races, identities and sexuality. I got into social work after going through my own childhood traumas, grief, depression and anxieties. I understand the anger and frustration, the fear of facing your past, and the uncertainty of moving forward. I have worked in the mental health system since 2011, and believe in client-centered therapy. I am here for you and to make the process as easy as possible. I utilize :
Modalities most frequently used are EMDR, CBT, Cognitive therapy, Solution-focused based Therapy, psycho-education, Strength Based, Mindfulness based, Expressive Therapies and Trauma Focused.
EMDR Therapy- Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy, is an Evidence-Based Therapy that uses Bi-lateral Stimulation (BLS) to recode incomplete processing of highly charged memories that leads to trauma. Together we will find the right therapeutic approach that fits you and your lifestyle to you can feel happy and healthy. Looking forward to seeing you, Ariel peridotheartstherapy.com
First session
During the first session it is about going over stressors that are bringing clients to therapy, developing a treatment plan and goals, going over what therapy will look like and any questions clients may have.
Strengths
Through therapy I get to better know you as a person, an individual. Therapy is about you! It is your space to heal, to relax, to laugh, to take a break, to be authentically you without judgement. In this approach I can help you identify thoughts or skills that will help you most in overcoming your struggles.
Ideal clients
I best serve adults 18 and older. Needs to have access to a computer, tablet or laptop, with headphones. This is to ensure we can successfully do EMDR.
Treatment methods
EMDR
EMDR is a therapy specialty that uses bi-lateral stimulation, to process through trauma, anxieties, and other emotionally disturbing beliefs and events. I use a virtual platform to provide the bi-lateral stimulus. Client do need access to a laptop, computer or tablet with headphone capabilities.
Location
Virtual sessions