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Online EMDR Therapy for anxiety and trauma in Seattle and Washington state

Move out of survival mode and back into your life.

Something has you feeling stuck.

You’re not broken and life doesn’t have to feel so challenging.

Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or burned out?

Do you feel stressed all the time and that even everyday tasks are overwhelming? Maybe you find yourself reacting in ways that are out of proportion to the situation and then later, you feel ashamed. You often second-guess yourself and your decisions, which leaves you feeling drained. You’re exhausted but sleep doesn’t come easily because your mind is busy replaying the day, worrying about what went wrong or what might go wrong next.

You have some coping strategies, and they’ve helped you through tough times before, but they’re not getting rid of that pit in your stomach or that tightness in your throat. Something just doesn’t feel right and you know that something needs to change.

If this sounds like you, you’re not alone, and I can help you:

  • Move through life’s uncertainty with more ease

  • Trust your own judgment

  • Quiet the noise of self-doubt and perfectionism

  • Feel more connected to yourself and others


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Hi, I’m sheila

I’m a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in EMDR for lasting change .

Whether you’re navigating a life transition, struggling with anxiety or low self-esteem, or carrying the effects of unresolved trauma, I’m here to help you do both the practical and the deeper work that will enable you to move out of survival mode, show up more fully in your relationships, and feel more joyful and alive again.

Together we’ll map your nervous system’s responses: what triggers you, what helps you feel grounded and safe, and how to recognize these patterns as they show up in everyday life. We’ll also explore your values, and look at how closely your choices and relationships align with what matters most to you. As we untangle old survival and coping strategies, you will gain clarity and also learn to respond differently. You deserve more than simply getting through the day. You deserve to feel more grounded, connected, and fully present in your life.

Ready to see if we’re a good fit?

Specializing in IFS-informed EMDR therapy.

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How it works

Ready to get started?

Click this link to schedule a free consultation.

Schedule a free 15 minute consultation. We’ll talk about what’s bringing you to therapy, what you’re hoping will change, and whether my approach is a good match for you. Click above to see if we’re a good fit!

 Ready to move beyond survival mode into a life that feels more fulfilling?