Heal Trauma And Feel More Free WITHOUT Years Of Sessions.
We will work together to get to the root of your emotional pain.
We’ll use one or both of these profoundly effective methods:
Brainspotting
Brainspotting is a cutting edge, body-based technique that uses eye gaze to access and heal trauma and difficult emotions. Specific eye positions allow you to activate healing in the part of the brain where trauma and unresolved feelings are stored. Traditional talk therapy often does not access that part of the brain, even with a very skilled therapist.
In a Brainspotting session, you might talk a lot or you might say very little.
I’ll guide you to identify a brainspot and then process your emotions and body sensations.
This is important because you’re going to heal MUCH more quickly when you access your body’s wisdom.
Good news: Folks who don’t have an easy time tuning into their bodies often find Brainspotting allows them to do this.
After just a few sessions, people experience a sense of release and healing.
Learn more about Brainspotting.
Parts Work
IFS (Internal Family Systems) is a healing approach that recognizes that we all have different parts of ourselves.
Think of it like this: each person has various parts of their personality that need care and attention. Your inner world is like a family, where each member (or part) needs to be heard. Even parts that lead us to do things that are harmful actually have a good intention for us. When we work together, I guide you through a process to connect with these different parts of yourself, listen to what they need, and help them heal.
While you will likely feel significant progress within a few sessions, deeper healing may take several months.
Even people who find self-compassion hard to come by notice that IFS finally allows them to start liking and even loving themselves.
Video featuring JVN of Queer Eye and IFS founder Dick Schwartz.
Some Issues helped by Brainspotting and/or Parts Work:
Persistent or stuck feelings of grief or sadness
Overwhelming conflict or distance in a close relationship
Anxious thoughts and feelings
Being constantly stressed out or shut down
Feeling distressed or confused about parts of your childhood
Feeling stuck in trying to move through a painful feeling or experience
Integrating psychedelic experiences
Needing to work through painful feelings when you don’t feel comfortable talking about them
Feeling like you don’t like yourself sometimes
About Annie
I’ve always known I had trauma work to do. Like many of us, I heard that the way to deal with emotional struggle was to do therapy. I spent years (and years!) in therapy trying to heal. Therapy did bring me some significant tools and insights. I was able to manage my pain better and improve my relationships.
While these results were good, I still often felt hyper vigilant or shut down. I figured I would live with those things forever.
Then, as a client of Brainspotting and IFS parts work myself, I found deeper relief from childhood trauma and emotional pain. I experienced my body’s ability to activate deep healing.
These tools of healing have been so monumental in my journey that I knew I had to learn more. While studying the specific ways that these methods encourage trauma healing, I experienced a magnetic pull towards the idea of using these methods as a healer.
I want that relief for all of us, and I love using these methods!
I’m queer, neurodivergent, white, a parent, and have been with my partner since the turn of the century.
Here are some things that matter to me very much. To say these things “matter” to me is a ridiculous understatement, but I want to at least name them: anti-racism, anti-fascism, gender liberation and body liberation.
I was a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist for about 20 years.
I’ve given up my license and no longer work within the medical model. I don’t use mental health diagnoses with my clients.
How this process works
1: Book A Free 20-Minute Call
We’ll meet over zoom or phone (your choice). I’ll hear a little bit about what you’d like to work on, I’ll tell you about the way I work, and I’ll answer your questions.
2: Decide to work together
Once we both decide we’re a good fit, I’ll send you a questionnaire to fill out and you’ll schedule your first session.
3. Set up your space
You’ll make sure you have privacy, a computer and internet connection for zoom calls.
4. Have your first healing session
During your first 50-minute session I’ll learn more about you and we’ll set specific goals for your healing.
5. We’ll check in frequently about your progress.
I want to make sure you’re experiencing significant shifts. If you’re not, we’ll talk about adjusting our work or finding you another practitioner.
6. You will graduate and return when you want a tune-up.
When you work with me, my goal is always your graduation, not your dependence on me.
Rates:
$325 per 50-minute session
(Some lower fee spots are available right now with the lowest being $150. Ask.)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fee to work with you?
The fee for each 50-minute session is $325. There may be a lower fee spot available and the lowest would be $150. Let me know if you need a lower fee spot when you book your free 20-minute call.
How often do I need to have sessions?
Changes happen much more quickly when you have the momentum of weekly sessions. I recommend starting with weekly sessions, and then reassessing together.
How long does this take?
Every person is unique. For significant and lasting change, you might expect to have between 10 and 20 sessions.
Some people find the relief they’re looking for more quickly. Some people choose to work with me for longer, depending what they’ve been through, their own personal pace, and what kind of changes they are looking for.
Can I keep working my therapist and also work with you?
Absolutley. If you’re working with a therapist you adore, but they don’t offer parts work or Brainspotting and you’d like to try them, you can work with me short term while continuing working with your wonderful therapist.
Can I use my health insurance to pay for sessions?
Sessions with me are NOT covered by health insurance because I am not a licensed therapist and do not work within the medical model.
What payment methods can I use?
You can use a debit or credit card. I accept Visa, American Express, Discover or MasterCard.