Trauma Therapy for Deep Healing
Inclusive Therapy for BIPOC & LGBTQ+ Adults
In-person in Round Rock. Online throughout Texas and Virginia.
When talk therapy isn’t enough.
Heal deep-rooted wounds, break free from cycles of burnout, and reconnect with your true self.
Have you tried traditional talk therapy but still feel stuck in the same cycles?
You’re not ‘too sensitive.’ You’re not ‘overreacting.’ And you’re definitely not broken. The patterns keeping you stuck aren’t personal failings—they’re survival strategies your nervous system learned to keep you safe.
That’s why therapy with me isn’t just about talking—it’s about healing at the root. Together, we’ll make sense of your triggers, untangle old wounds, and give you practical tools to move forward—not just in theory, but in your actual, everyday life.
HOW I CAN HELP
You’ve spent enough time understanding your trauma. Now let’s actually heal it.
Trauma isn’t just something that happened to you—it’s something your body and mind are still holding onto.
That’s why just talking about it isn’t always enough to make the pain go away. Trauma therapy helps you process those experiences in a way that actually lets your nervous system release them, so you can stop reliving the past and start feeling more present in your life.
I use an integrative approach that includes Parts Work and EMDR, two powerful methods that help you break free from old patterns and emotional pain.
Parts Work (IFS) helps you connect with the different parts of yourself—the part that’s afraid to set boundaries, the part that feels unworthy, the part that’s still holding onto past pain—so you can bring them into balance instead of feeling stuck in internal conflict.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps your brain reprocess traumatic memories, so they lose their emotional intensity. Instead of feeling triggered or overwhelmed, you can move forward with more clarity and ease. EMDR taps into your mind and body’s natural ability to heal—helping you process pain in a way that finally feels complete.
Understanding your trauma is one thing. Actually feeling different in your daily life? That’s the real goal.
Trauma therapy isn’t just about healing old wounds—it’s about helping you create a life where you feel safe, seen, and free to be yourself.
Through Parts Work and EMDR, you’ll learn to:
→Break free from old survival patterns
No more people-pleasing, over-functioning, or shutting down under stress.
→Feel safe setting boundaries
Without guilt, anxiety, or fear of rejection.
→Reclaim your voice and self-worth
So you stop shrinking yourself in relationships.
→Move through the world with more ease
Feeling less triggered, more grounded, and finally free.
Why does EMDR work so well for this?
Because it doesn’t just help you process old experiences—it also targets the core beliefs you’ve carried about yourself because of them. Whether it’s
“I’m not enough,”
“My needs are not important,” or
“I can’t trust myself,”
EMDR helps you rewire those deep-seated beliefs, so they no longer define your choices, your relationships, or how you see yourself.
What to Expect in Therapy
Knowing what to expect can make starting therapy feel less overwhelming. Here’s how we’ll work together to help you heal—at your own pace, in a way that feels safe and supportive.
What a Session Might Look Like
Every session is tailored to what you need that day, but here’s what we might focus on:
Checking in: What’s been coming up for you? We’ll explore any emotions, memories, or patterns that have surfaced.
Nervous system work: If needed, we’ll practice grounding techniques to help you feel safe and centered.
Trauma processing: Using EMDR or Parts Work, we’ll work through painful experiences in a way that helps you heal—without retraumatizing you.
Integration: We’ll talk about what’s shifting, what you’re noticing, and how to apply these changes in daily life.
This isn’t just about talking—it’s about healing in a way that actually feels different.
Trauma therapy isn’t a one-size-fits-all process. Every journey is different, but in our work together, we’ll generally focus on three key areas:
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Before we dive into trauma processing, we’ll focus on helping you feel more grounded in the present. This means learning how your nervous system responds to stress, practicing regulation techniques, and building a sense of emotional safety.
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When you feel ready, we’ll use EMDR and Parts Work to gently reprocess painful memories, release emotional intensity, and shift deep-seated beliefs that have been holding you back.
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Healing isn’t just about processing the past—it’s also about stepping into a new way of being. We’ll work on strengthening your confidence, setting boundaries that feel possible, and learning to trust yourself fully.
How Trauma Therapy Can Help You
✓ Identify the deep-seated beliefs that have been keeping you stuck—
like “I have to be perfect to be loved” or “I only matter when I do things for others.”
✓ Heal painful memories so they no longer have power over you—
so you can finally stop carrying what was never yours to hold.
✓ Trust yourself instead of second-guessing every decision—
so you no longer feel paralyzed by self-doubt or the fear of getting it "wrong."
✓ Feel safe setting boundaries without the crushing guilt—
because caring for yourself doesn’t mean abandoning the people you love.
✓ Stop replaying past experiences and break free from old patterns—
so your past stops dictating how you show up in your relationships today.
✓ Shift from survival mode to a place of confidence and ease—
so you can finally breathe, rest, and show up for yourself.
✓ Finally believe that your needs, wants, and emotions matter—
not because you’ve “earned” it, but because they always have.
If the old ways haven’t worked, maybe it’s time for a new approach—one that helps you heal, not just cope.
Your healing starts with one step. Let’s take it together.
Note: I work with clients who have experienced complex trauma, but if you experience significant dissociation (such as frequent memory loss, losing time, or feeling like different parts of you take over) or have been diagnosed with DID, I may not be the best fit. If you’re unsure, feel free to reach out—I’d be happy to offer referrals to specialists who can provide the right support for you.
FAQs
Curious to know more? Check out these common questions about EMDR and Trauma Therapy.
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Many of my clients have been in therapy before and still felt stuck in the same patterns. That’s because understanding your pain isn’t the same as healing it.
Traditional talk therapy can be helpful for processing emotions and gaining insight, but sometimes that’s not enough to truly shift how you feel in your daily life. Parts Work and EMDR go deeper—they help you heal at the root by working with the nervous system and core beliefs, so your trauma stops defining your present.
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Yes! You don’t need to remember every detail of your trauma for EMDR to be effective. In fact, your brain already holds everything it needs to process and heal—whether or not you have full conscious recall.
EMDR works by helping your brain reprocess distressing memories so they lose their emotional charge. You don’t have to force memories to surface; we’ll work with whatever naturally comes up in a way that feels safe and manageable for you.
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Not at all. One of the unique things about EMDR is that you don’t have to verbally share every detail of your trauma for healing to happen. Some clients choose to talk through memories, while others prefer to process them internally. Either way, the focus is on helping your brain integrate and release the distress—not reliving the pain.
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Each EMDR session is structured around where you are in the process, but here’s a general idea of what it might look like:
Check-in & Preparation → We’ll start by checking in on how you’re feeling and ensuring you have the tools to stay grounded.
Reprocessing Phase → Using eye movements, tapping, or sound, we’ll gently activate your brain’s natural healing process while you focus on a memory, sensation, or belief.
Integration → As the distress around the memory shifts, we’ll work on strengthening positive beliefs and helping you feel more settled and at ease.
Each session is paced according to what feels safe for you.
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Parts Work (also called Internal Family Systems, or IFS) helps you understand the different parts of yourself—like the part of you that wants to set boundaries but the other part that’s terrified of disappointing people.
Instead of feeling stuck in inner conflict, we work on helping these parts feel heard and understood so they can work together instead of against each other. This approach is especially helpful for clients who feel torn between cultural expectations and personal needs, or who struggle with self-criticism and guilt.
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That’s completely okay—and it’s something we plan for. Trauma therapy isn’t about pushing you beyond what feels safe. Before we start processing trauma, we build in tools to help you stay regulated. If you ever feel overwhelmed, we can slow down, pause, or shift focus to grounding techniques.
You’re always in control of your healing process, and my goal is to make sure you feel supported every step of the way.
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It depends on your unique experiences, goals, and how deeply you want to work. Some clients feel significant relief in a few months, while others choose to work through their healing over a longer period.
Healing isn’t linear, but I’ll be with you throughout the process, helping you move forward at a pace that feels right for you.
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Yes! EMDR can be done virtually using bilateral stimulation techniques like eye movements, tapping, or audio cues. Research shows that virtual EMDR is just as effective as in-person sessions.
If you’re doing virtual therapy, I’ll guide you through everything you need to feel comfortable and get the most out of each session.
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Many people with trauma experience moments of disconnection, zoning out, or feeling detached from themselves—this is a normal response to overwhelming experiences.
In our work together, we can gently explore these experiences and help you feel more present and in control. However, if you experience significant dissociation—such as frequent memory gaps, losing time, or feeling like different parts of you take over—or if you’ve been diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), I may not be the best fit. I want to make sure you have the right support, so if that’s your experience, I’d be happy to refer you to a specialist who works specifically with complex dissociation and DID.
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