What Is EMDR Therapy: Frequently Asked Questions About EMDR

EMDR... Have you heard of it? It’s a little different from regular talk therapy, so you might be naturally skeptical. I was too, before an extensive and rigorous training where I was required to be an EMDR client. After weaving it into my practice, my clients and I continue to be amazed at how it can reduce symptoms of things you’ve experienced that were traumatic or disturbing. Because EMDR may be new to you, I’ve answered 24 common questions about it.

Andrew KushnickAugust 26, 2020

Marriage and Couples Counseling in San Francisco

What really happens in marriage counseling? Does your relationship have to be in really bad shape to go? Is it just a place for couples to sling mud at each other? Is it the same as couples therapy? In this post, we’ll dispel the myths and give you the real deal… What actually happens in a session, how it might benefit you, and whether it’s worth it.

Therapy Solutions for Trauma From COVID-19 and Racial Injustice

First came news of COVID-19 and social distancing. Then sheltering in place. We felt isolated and stuck. We felt anxious about where it was safe to go, what was safe to touch, and whether we’d get the virus. The future felt uncertain. To make matters much worse, we learned of the killing of George Floyd, and were reminded of the brutal, senseless oppression of Black people in this country. We felt angry, and unsure what to do with that anger. We heard the president’s threats to attack protestors, and felt even more angry. Many of us have experienced extreme stress during this time. In this post, we’ll explore what trauma is, how to know if you’re had a traumatic reaction, and how to heal. It’s possible to feel close to “okay” again.

trauma, self-help, anxietyAndrew KushnickJune 25, 2020EMDR

11 Types of Online Therapy

When someone mentioned “therapy,” you used to picture a bland office, with an abstract painting on the wall across from you…amirite? Times have changed. In the COVID-19 era, you might now picture a screen. Online therapy is everywhere. With specialized training, many therapists have adapted their methods and techniques to this new format. But what forms does it take? What types of online therapy are available? In this post, we’ll go through some of the options.