​Individual Counseling
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We provide 1-on-1 counseling to adults at an office location. For some people, it is imperative to complete therapeutic work at a physical site. Sometimes it is the only way to build a strong connection with a counselor, as it provides the confidentiality and comfort that can't be replicated elsewhere.
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Telehealth
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We also provide online counseling through a secure and confidential program. Sometimes, convenience is the most important part of feeling comfortable with a counselor. Some people prioritize fitting therapy into their day with ease.
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What to Expect
Typically during the first counseling session, we will discuss your reasons for seeking counseling and basic background information about you. To the extent possible, you will be offered some first impressions of what therapy will look like. You should evaluate this information along with your own opinions to determine whether you feel comfortable working with your counselor. Therapy involves a noteworthy commitment of time, money, and energy. You should be very thoughtful about the therapist you select.
If you do agree to work with us, appointments will usually be scheduled every 1-2 weeks at an agreed upon time. Most insurance plans cover 55-minute sessions. Based on the information collected at intake, your therapist will create a treatment plan, however the success of therapy is based on your efforts and focus on resolving your concerns. Length of therapy is quite variable based on your motivation, the number and severity of issues to resolve, as well as your work efforts outside of therapy sessions. We will periodically evaluate your progress and assess an appropriate duration of treatment.
Counseling Areas
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Brynn is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has extensive training and experience treating complex, relational and childhood trauma in adults. Trauma can manifest in numerous ways, which makes her comfortable and effective at working with:
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Anxiety
Addiction
Attachment Issues
Anger
PTSD
Dissociation
Stress Intolerance
Sadness and Depression
Borderline Personality Disorder
Grief and Loss
Self-esteem
Body Image
Interpersonal Issues
Identity Confusion
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Counseling Specialties
TRAUMA THERAPY​
Trauma is defined as a distressing or disturbing event that results in emotional or physical harm. In the case of complex trauma, it can be subtle and happen repeatedly over years. In the beginning of therapy, safety and stabilization are prioritized. You will focus on creating a secure space at home, in your life, in your mind, and in the therapy room. You will learn about your nervous system and its unique response to stress, as well as coping skills for managing emotions and tolerating distress. When you are ready, you will begin the trauma processing phase of therapy. This is when bilateral stimulation begins in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (learn more about EMDR here). Once you begin to make leaps in your journey toward healing, you will integrate your newfound growth into your life and plan for your future.
ADDICTION AND UNWANTED BEHAVIOR
At least 3/4ths of individuals with addiction have experienced trauma in their life. Addiction is a symptom. Not everyone can become addicted to a substance or behavior. The consuming nature of addiction develops out of a desire to distract or remove intense and painful emotions, memories and internal thoughts. One important part of therapy is learning the tools to manage cravings and identify triggers, however it is just as important to explore the root of the problem. Often the hardest part of maintaining sobriety or stopping unwanted behavior is confronting what's underneath the addiction. It is imperative to have support through this phase of your journey.
ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION
Anxiety and depression often co-occur, and they both involve preoccupation about the past and/or future. It is helpful to understand why the anxious and depressive parts of our minds exist, as well as where they came from. There are experiences from our past that cause us to relive painful memories or experience unrelenting worry. Therapeutic exploration leads to increased insight and control over the mind. The goal is to live more mindfully in the moment and permanently heal psychic fractures from the past.
Counseling Approaches
Conceptualization
Brynn conceptualizes clients through the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model, the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model, and the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) model. The AIP model posits that trauma becomes "stuck" in a person's neural network, which is why it doesn't just go away with time. It is imperative to process trauma (usually with EMDR) to heal it. Cognitive therapies alone are often not effective.
Research also shows that our mind is constructed of many psychological "parts", none of which are bad, but some of which aren't helpful. At our core is our true Self, which appears to be similar in nature between all individuals. Importantly, our core beliefs govern our thoughts, behaviors and emotional reactions. Identifying and reconstructing core beliefs is a paramount task in therapy.
Brynn uses techniques from the following therapeutic approaches:
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy
Internal Family Systems Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Somatic Therapy
Mindfulness
Person-Centered
Compassion-Focused Therapy
Strength-Based Therapy