Individual Therapy

Seeking support is still stigmatized, even today. We understand how uncomfortable it can be to reach out for help, so kudos for making it this far! The therapy space is designed to build a strong rapport between yourself and your therapist so that you can work in tandem towards the goals and intentions you want to set. You get to be the leader. Your therapist will offer their skills and guidance, but they will not pretend to be the expert on your own life. That role is already filled.

Individual therapy is a place to safely explore and share the challenges and triumphs of life. Your therapist will help you move through the difficult times, while assisting you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and others. Individual therapy is tailored to each person’s unique needs, and its success depends on the trust created between the client and the therapist. All therapists at Gemstone Wellness welcome direct, candid conversations with their clients, so that the relationship is founded on authenticity. We promise: we are not the blank slates of days gone by, simply nodding and offering the occasional, “I see.” Your therapist will provide feedback, interact with you, ask direct questions and welcome back and forth dialogue so that you can develop all the tools possible to help you grow.

Sessions are typically conducted in weekly 50 minute sessions either in office or a HIPAA secure telehealth platform.

Couples & Relationship Therapy

Couples and relationship therapy, also known as couples counseling or couples therapy, is a specialized form of therapy aimed at enhancing the dynamics and overall well-being of couples and relationships. It involves a trained therapist who collaborates with individuals and their partners to address challenges, nurture healthy communication, and build stronger connections.

This therapy is inclusive of diverse relationship types, be they traditional or non-traditional, romantic or platonic, and sexual or non-sexual. Whether you're married, in a long-term relationship, engaged, cohabiting, or in any form of committed relationship, therapy can provide valuable insights and tools to enhance your connection.

Couples therapy offers benefits such as improved communication, conflict resolution, trust rebuilding, emotional intimacy strengthening, enhanced relationship satisfaction, and individual growth. Through weekly 50-minute sessions, whether in-person or via telehealth, couples and relationship therapy provides a supportive environment to navigate challenges, improve communication, and foster deeper connections, ultimately enriching your relationship and helping each partner make intentional, meaningful decisions.

Trauma Therapy and EMDR

Trauma therapy, including the specialized treatment Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, offers a pathway to healing from traumatic experiences and emotional distress. The primary goal in trauma therapy is to create a sense of safety, respecting each client's pace and readiness to share trauma details. Trauma-informed care follows principles of safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment. This therapy helps the mind and body relearn the difference between threat and safety, empowers individuals to assert control, mourn losses related to trauma, build external support, and reduce distressing symptoms.

EMDR therapy, a pioneering approach, combines bilateral stimulation with focused attention on traumatic memories. It benefits individuals with various types of trauma, providing efficient and time-saving relief in a safe and non-invasive manner. EMDR's holistic approach helps reprogram negative beliefs, achieving long-lasting results and fostering emotional well-being. It's an excellent choice for those seeking transformative healing and renewed hope.