dove tree counselling
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In-person & Virtual counselling
What is EMDR?
Eye Movement and Desensitization and Reprocessing
EMDR Therapy, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy, is an evidence-based and highly researched therapy. It is considered a best practice treatment for trauma. It is very effective and does not require homework or significant conscious effort on the part of the recipient, other than participation and collaboration with the therapist in session.
Eye movements are often used in the treatment, but tactile and audio options are also available, making this treatment accessible even in the case of visual impairment.
Another benefit of this treatment is that clients who have experienced severe trauma and are afraid to even start working on this history are not required to speak of it in great detail for the therapy to be effective.
EMDR Therapy in Vancouver can be helpful for:
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single incident traumas like being in a car accident, being attacked by a dog, or having a disturbing medical experience
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multiple incidences of a similar trauma like a multiple sexual assaults occuring over a number of years
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a history of childhood trauma such as being hit or molested regularly, seeing a parent being repeatedly abused, being emotionally or verbal abused, or witnessing substance use in the home
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cumulative trauma, such as a group of many events that occur within an abusive marriage
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smaller events where we feel we should be able to "just get over it" but for some reason we can't
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nightmares related to trauma
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core beliefs (negative beliefs about ourselves that come from trauma, such as thinking one is a bad person from being told this many times as a child)
EMDR can also be used for other issues, including:
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grief that won't go away
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borderline personality disorder
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self-harm
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anxiety or health anxiety
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phobias
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obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
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disordered eating
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addictions or unwanted behaviours
Areas where I can help
Individual and Couples Counselling
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Traumatic Experiences
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Childhood Trauma
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Car Accidents
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Traumatic Grief/Loss
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MAiD Support
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PTSD/CPTSD
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Boundaries
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Negative Core Beliefs
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Stress
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Panic Disorder
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Worry & OCD
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Generalized, Social, & Health Anxiety
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First Responders
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Life Transitions
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Caregivers
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Depression
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Emotional Dysregulation
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Distress
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Substance Use
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Shame & Guilt
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Sex & Intimacy Concerns
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Relationships
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Couples
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Sexual Identity
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Gender-Affirming Care
Additional Specializations
Therapy Services
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
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Couples/Relationship Therapy
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Other Therapeutic Tools
Please know that you are welcome here, just as you are, with all of the thoughts and feelings that make you genuine and unique. I am here for whatever you bring: anxiety, grief, depression, negative experiences, and even things you can hardly talk about or say out loud. Suffering and trauma are relative, so if it matters to you... then it matters to me. I always lead with my heart, so I can easily "get it" and feel deep compassion for you, even if you are sitting with some shame, or worry about sharing your difficult story.
Appointments
In-person and Virtual appointments are available.
COVID measures are in place.
Rates
Rate is $150 individuals/$180 couples per 50 min session
Payable by credit card, cash, or interac e-transfer.
Insurance Coverage
Do you have coverage for your sessions? See Covered Plans for more information on plans and billing. In general, clients pay upfront and then submit their receipt to their insurance company for reimbursement.
Note: Counselling services rendered by social workers can be claimed on your income tax.
