Evidence-Based Treatments

Evidence-based treatment refers to therapeutic approaches that are supported by rigorous scientific research and shown to be effective for specific mental health conditions. These treatments combine the best available evidence, clinical expertise, and client preferences to ensure care that is both effective and tailored.

I offer the following evidence-based trauma therapies:

  • CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy)

    • CPT helps people identify, challenge, and modify unhelpful trauma-related beliefs—especially around safety, trust, power, esteem, and intimacy. It reduces stuck points that keep traumatic memories emotionally distressing

  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

    • EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (like eye movements or tapping) while recalling traumatic memories, helping the brain reprocess them so they become less emotionally charged. It supports rapid integration of traumatic experiences without requiring detailed verbal recounting.

  • PE (Prolonged Exposure)

    • PE involves gradually and repeatedly confronting trauma memories and avoided situations in a safe, structured way. This reduces fear responses and helps the brain learn that trauma reminders are no longer dangerous.

  • ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)

    • ACT helps individuals relate differently to trauma-related thoughts and feelings by developing acceptance, mindfulness, and values-based action. The focus is on increasing psychological flexibility rather than eliminating trauma symptoms.

  • CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

    • CBT for trauma targets the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, teaching skills to challenge distorted beliefs and reduce avoidance. It helps individuals build coping strategies to manage trauma-related symptoms.

  • IFS (Internal Family Systems)

    • IFS views the mind as having different “parts,” some of which may carry trauma or function protectively. Trauma work involves helping wounded parts heal and reconnecting them with a grounded “Self” that provides compassion and leadership.

  • Somatic (Somatic Experiencing / Body-based therapies)

    • Somatic approaches focus on how trauma is stored in the nervous system and body, using awareness, movement, and regulation techniques to release stuck survival responses. They help restore a sense of safety and embodiment after trauma.