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HOW WE HELP
Our evidence-based approaches and tailored strategies are designed to support you on your journey to well-being.
We understand that life can present challenges that feel overwhelming or even insurmountable at times.
Our practice is dedicated to helping individuals confront and heal from the effects of trauma, such as PTSD, which can leave you feeling stuck in the past or unable to move forward. Using evidence-based techniques, we guide you through the process of reclaiming your sense of safety and empowerment.
Anxiety and depression can cast long shadows over daily life, making it difficult to find joy or peace. Whether you’re grappling with persistent worries, feelings of hopelessness, or challenges in managing your emotions, we provide compassionate support and practical tools to help you regain balance and a sense of purpose.
We also specialize in addressing eating disorders, understanding that struggles with food and body image often reflect deeper emotional or psychological concerns. Our approach is empathetic and tailored to support your journey toward self-acceptance and healthier relationships with yourself and others.
Life transitions—whether planned or unexpected—can be both exciting and unsettling. From major career changes to shifts in personal relationships, we help you navigate these turning points with clarity and confidence. Similarly, when grief and loss leave you feeling untethered, we offer a space to process your emotions and find healing at your own pace.
For those facing challenges related to sexual health, intimacy, or behavioral concerns, our therapists provide a nonjudgmental and affirming space to explore these sensitive issues. Together, we work to foster understanding, connection, and growth, enabling you to live a more fulfilling life.
Whatever you’re experiencing, you don’t have to face it alone. Our practice is here to provide the guidance and support you need to move forward with resilience and hope.
· OUR SERVICES ·
Individual
Therapy
Your mental health is our priority, and we offer a wide range of mental health services to support you on your journey towards healing. Rapha Counseling provides mental health services to adults that includes:
EMDR
CBT
Internal Family Systems
Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy
Nervous System Informed approaches
Attachment Therapy
Teens & Emerging Adults Therapy
The teenage (ages 13-17) and emerging adult (ages 18-25) years present unique challenges in a digital age. We provide mental health services to support both teen/emerging adults and parents in a desire to help navigate well the challenges within family, school and peer circles, along with life transitions that may have a profound impact on his/her mental health.
Our goal is to address the symptoms present in a young person’s life, such as depression, anxiety, or mood instability and help resolve core issues and equip them with healthy coping strategies to support mental wellness. Rapha Counseling provides mental health resources to this population that includes:
EMDR
CBT
Internal Family Systems
Exposure Response and Prevention Therapy
Adolescent DBT skills
Attachment Therapy
Couples
Therapy
Relationships are hard and some seasons present challenges that threaten the harmony between individuals. We offer evidence-based therapy treatment to help couples navigate the complexities of life and provide tools and support to resolve communication and conflict issues within the relationship.
Rapha Counseling provides mental health services that include:
Family Systems Therapy
EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy)
Integration of Parts Work (IFS)
Attachment Therapy
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We offer flexible scheduling with day, evening, and select weekend appointments to accommodate your needs. Therapy services are available both in person and via telehealth, allowing you to choose the option that best suits your preferences.
Our therapists utilize proven therapeutic approaches to provide comprehensive care:
What is EMDR therapy?
At Rapha Counseling, we believe in the transformative potential of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. EMDR is a cutting-edge treatment method designed to address traumatic memories and distressing life experiences. By using guided eye movements, EMDR facilitates the brain's ability to process these memories, promoting healing and resolution.
Since its introduction in 1989, this innovative approach has gained significant recognition, with numerous clinical trials validating its effectiveness. EMDR therapy offers a faster path to healing compared to traditional methods, and we are proud to provide this powerful therapy to support your emotional and psychological well-being.
Who can benefit from EMDR therapy?
EMDR therapy is a versatile treatment that can benefit people of all ages, including children, adolescents, and adults. At Rapha Counseling, we tailor our EMDR sessions to meet the unique needs of each individual, ensuring personalized care throughout the healing process.
Whether you’re dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges, EMDR therapy provides a compassionate and effective way to move forward. No matter your age or circumstances, this therapy can help you gain clarity, resilience, and emotional balance.
Why choose EMDR therapy?
Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR focuses on transforming the emotions, thoughts, and behaviors rooted in traumatic experiences. This approach allows individuals to process distressing memories without needing to delve into every detail, facilitating the brain's natural healing processes.
By addressing the mind's intricate network of thoughts, beliefs, and experiences, EMDR therapy fosters profound emotional growth. At Rapha Counseling, our therapists use this proven method to guide clients toward healing, enabling them to reclaim their lives with a renewed sense of confidence and purpose.
The science behind EMDR therapy
EMDR therapy is grounded in the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model, which explores how the brain processes and stores memories. Traumatic experiences can disrupt the brain’s ability to integrate sensory input, leaving these memories improperly stored and unresolved.
This can lead to ongoing emotional distress and heightened sensitivity to triggers. At Rapha Counseling, we utilize EMDR to help clients reprocess these memories, reducing their emotional impact and fostering adaptive coping mechanisms. Through targeted interventions, we empower individuals to heal from past trauma and embrace a future of resilience and well-being.
“Trauma is not what happens to you, it's what happens inside you as a result of what happened to you.”
— Gabor Mate