Sometimes you just can't. You have been trying so hard for so long but you feel like a failure. You just don't adult like other people. This can show up looking like Anxiety, Depression or even stuff like OCD or Social Anxiety symptoms. Often this pain relates to trauma. It could be a history of very serious abuse with PTSD or just painful life experiences you assumed were not such a big deal. This is where I can help. I love to use my skills to help people who are struggling with emotional pain and daily life struggles. I want you to see yourself and the world in a new way. To stop experiencing days that feel like a dumpster fire. To feel hopeful about your life. To feel safe.To accept your imperfections and like yourself anyhow. When we work together it probably won't be like other therapy you have tried. We will work at your pace together. We will also focus on what matters. I am trained in therapies that address your thinking and your emotions. I use several forms of Cognitive therapy, EMDR, and Ericksonian (non-directive) Hypnosis.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

We will begin by taking some life history. It's okay if you need to take your time to tell your story. We will have the time. We will start identifying what are your current pain points. We will identify what you want for yourself and your life. I will share options for treatment and we will develop a treatment plan. Every session We will look at what has gone well in your life and what has not gone so well. Then we will work directly on your specific strategies for change. Every week we will check in to how you are using your new tools in between sessions. We will collaborate to find out what works and what does not fit.

What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?

EMDR is a wonderful therapy that often begins to create change right away. It is a gentle way to help resolve painful memories. It is used for PTSD, Anxiety disorders and Depression. The focus and two-sided movement begin to rewire brain connections to create symptom relief and personal growth. Sometimes there needs to be work on thoughts and day-to-day behavior patterns. That is where CBT plays a big role. Hypnotherapy is gentle and created with you for your needs. When we get in touch with our creative unconscious mind we develop more self-trust and the understanding that you had answers within all along.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

Helping people who have not found relief despite previous efforts is a joy for me. I have years of experience with all kinds of mental health struggles. I am not intimidated by complicated situations. I am a regular person who has grown through her own struggles. I am not very formal. I will tell you what I think and I hope for the same from you.

About Kate Larsen