Shannon Love

EMDR

I have two years of experience using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help clients shift patterns rooted in trauma. I completed basic EMDR training in 2023 and am preparing to begin consultation toward certification. Trauma — whether experienced in childhood or adulthood — can leave a lasting imprint, often shaping how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world in painful ways. In my work with EMDR, I’ve witnessed how this approach can gently and powerfully help people reprocess those experiences, leading to greater freedom, creativity, and emotional relief. EMDR is one of the tools I offer when it aligns with your goals and feels right for your healing journey.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I often incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into my work as a practical, empowering tool for change. CBT isn’t about “fixing” you — it’s about helping you notice patterns in your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that may no longer serve you, and exploring new ways of responding that align with your values and goals. Together, we’ll gently examine how your inner dialogue and beliefs shape your experience, and we’ll co-create strategies that feel authentic and manageable. CBT can be especially helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns, but I always tailor it to your unique story. You set the pace, and I’ll support you in building insight, confidence, and practical skills that foster lasting change.

Solution Focused Brief Treatment

I also draw from Solution-Focused Therapy, which emphasizes your strengths, resources, and capacity for change. This approach isn’t about analyzing what’s “wrong” — it’s about exploring what’s possible. We’ll focus on your goals, your vision for a preferred future, and the small steps that can help you get there. Together, we’ll identify what’s already working in your life, amplify those successes, and build on them in ways that feel realistic and empowering. This approach can be especially helpful when you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed, offering a hopeful and practical path forward that’s grounded in your own wisdom and resilience.

Motivational Interviewing

Motivational Interviewing is another approach I use to support clients who feel ambivalent about change or unsure where to start. It’s about creating a space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to explore your own motivations. I won’t push or prescribe — instead, I’ll walk alongside you as we clarify your values, strengthen your confidence, and uncover the reasons that matter most to you. This approach is especially helpful when you're navigating transitions, working through stuck points, or trying to make meaningful shifts in behavior. Together, we’ll build momentum at your pace, honoring your autonomy every step of the way.

Mind-body approach

I also incorporate a mind-body approach into therapy, recognizing that emotional and physical experiences are deeply interconnected. This means honoring the wisdom of your whole self — not just your thoughts, but also the sensations, signals, and rhythms of your body. Together, we’ll explore how stress, trauma, and emotion show up physically, and how practices like breathwork, grounding, yoga and mindful awareness can support healing and regulation. This approach can be especially helpful for clients navigating chronic stress, trauma, or health conditions. It’s always collaborative and paced to your comfort, helping you reconnect with your body in ways that feel safe, empowering, and restorative.