Personalized therapy for those struggling with trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Our Specialties
Providing individual therapy to young adults and women struggling with previous trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I am EMDR trained and specialize in treating trauma and anxiety, along with other mental health symptoms that may be worsened by trauma or everyday stressors.
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It’s natural to feel worried or nervous from time to time, but when anxiety becomes overwhelming and persistent, it can start to take a toll on your daily life. It may leave you feeling exhausted, on edge, or even avoiding things you once enjoyed. You might feel trapped in a cycle of anxious thoughts, unsure of how to find relief. But you don’t have to navigate this alone—there is hope. At Cozy Cardigan Therapy we understand how deeply anxiety can affect your well-being, and we’re here to support you with warmth, compassion, and effective strategies to help you regain a sense of calm and control.
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Depression can feel overwhelming, making even the smallest tasks seem difficult. It may leave you feeling isolated, unmotivated, or stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts. Therapy provides a safe, supportive space to explore these feelings, uncover their root causes, and develop tools to regain a sense of balance and hope. Through evidence-based approaches like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Strength-Based Therapy, you can learn to challenge negative thinking patterns, build healthier coping skills, and reconnect with the things that bring you joy. You don’t have to navigate this alone—help is available, and healing is possible.
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Trauma can leave lasting emotional and physical effects, making it difficult to feel safe, trust others, or move forward. Therapy provides a supportive, compassionate space to process past experiences, reduce distressing symptoms, and regain a sense of control. Using approaches like EMDR, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness, therapy can help you reprocess painful memories, build healthy coping strategies, and strengthen your resilience. You are not defined by what happened to you—healing is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone.
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapy designed to help you heal from past trauma, anxiety, and stressful life experiences. EMDR helps your brain process and reframe painful memories so they no longer feel as overwhelming. Through guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation, EMDR reduces emotional distress, eases triggers, and fosters a sense of relief and control. Whether you're struggling with trauma, persistent anxiety, or distressing life events, EMDR can help you move forward with greater peace and resilience. You deserve healing, and EMDR can be a powerful tool to get there.
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Change—whether expected or unexpected—can feel overwhelming, leaving you anxious, uncertain, or emotionally drained. Therapy provides a safe and supportive space to process your feelings, gain clarity, and develop tools to navigate life’s transitions with confidence. Whether you're adjusting to a new job, relationship changes, loss, or a major life shift, approaches like CBT, Mindfulness, and Strength-Based Therapy can help you manage stress, build resilience, and embrace change with a greater sense of balance and control. You don’t have to go through this alone—support is here for you.
Common Techniques Used
At Cozy Cardigan Therapy, therapy is tailored to meet your unique needs, combining evidence-based techniques with a compassionate, supportive approach.
Person-Centered Therapy – A warm, nonjudgmental approach that empowers you to explore your thoughts and emotions in a safe space, fostering self-awareness and personal growth.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Helps identify and reframe negative thought patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and manage anxiety, depression, and stress more effectively.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – Focuses on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness to help manage intense emotions and improve relationships.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy – Encourages present-moment awareness, helping to reduce stress, enhance emotional balance, and cultivate inner peace.
Strength-Based Therapy – Builds on your personal strengths and resilience, helping you develop confidence and motivation to overcome challenges.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) – An evidence-based approach designed to help process and heal from trauma, reducing emotional distress and triggers linked to past experiences.
These approaches can be combined to create a personalized therapy experience that supports your healing and growth.
What is EMDR?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a highly effective, evidence-based therapy designed to help individuals heal from trauma, anxiety, and distressing life experiences. Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (such as guided eye movements) to help the brain reprocess painful memories and sensations in the body, reducing their emotional intensity. This allows you to move forward without feeling overwhelmed by past experiences. EMDR can help decrease triggers, negative beliefs, and emotional distress, leading to greater resilience, clarity, and emotional well-being. If you're feeling stuck in past trauma or difficult life events, EMDR may offer a path toward healing and relief.
What Is Trauma?
Big "T" Trauma
Big "T" trauma refers to major life-threatening or deeply distressing events that can have a lasting impact on mental and emotional well-being. These include experiences such as physical or sexual assault, serious accidents, natural disasters, war, or witnessing violence. Big T traumas often lead to symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and can significantly affect a person’s sense of safety, trust, and ability to cope with everyday life.
Little "t" Trauma
Little "t" trauma includes ongoing or repeated distressing experiences that, while not life-threatening, can still deeply impact a person’s emotional health. These may include bullying, relationship betrayals, job loss, chronic stress, or childhood emotional neglect. Though often overlooked, little t traumas can accumulate over time, leading to increased anxiety, self-doubt, and difficulty managing emotions or relationships.
Complex Trauma
Complex trauma occurs when a person experiences multiple or prolonged traumatic events, often beginning in childhood. This can include chronic abuse, neglect, domestic violence, or repeated relational betrayals. Because these experiences happen over an extended period, complex trauma can affect self-esteem, emotional regulation, and interpersonal relationships, making it challenging to feel safe or secure. Healing from complex trauma often requires a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to help rebuild a sense of stability and self-worth.