EMDR Therapy & Intensives for Trauma & CPTSD
Newington, CT
neurodivergent-affirming & LGBTQIA-AFFIRMING TRAUMA COUNSELING | acroSS ma, ct, ri
A Calm, Grounding Space for Adults, Teens, Parents, and Professionals to Just Be Yourself
Where Complex Trauma and Neurodivergence Intersect: How EMDR Can Help
Being neurodivergent in a neurotypical world often means facing what feels like “death by a thousand paper cuts.” The daily invalidations, misunderstandings, and pressure to conform can leave deep emotional imprints. You may also have experienced a dysfunctional family of origin where you weren’t fully seen or supported. Growing up in environments that criticized your differences instead of nurturing them. Emotionally abusive or controlling relationships. Or perhaps the ongoing trauma of trying to meet impossible standards. These experiences can make it hard to trust yourself or believe things could feel different.
Many neurodivergent adults carry the weight of trauma or complex trauma (CPTSD). EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful therapy that helps your brain process these experiences safely. I provide neurodivergence-informed EMDR, respecting your sensory sensitivities, processing speed, and emotional regulation. EMDR can help you:
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Heal from complex trauma, past abuse, or difficult experiences
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Reduce anxiety, depression, and PTSD symptoms
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Strengthen resilience in relationships, career, and daily life
EMDR Intensives in Newington CT: Focused Accelerated Healing
For adults seeking faster, focused progress, I offer EMDR intensives. These are customized, multi-hour sessions designed to accelerate trauma processing in a safe, structured way. Intensives are particularly beneficial for busy professionals and parents who need impactful results in a limited timeframe.
Why choose an EMDR Intensive?
Deep momentum, not slow drift: Intensives give us time to go deep, finish what’s opened, and hold you through meaningful shifts.
Built for your schedule: Get more therapeutic clarity in fewer sessions.
Structure that supports your brain’s unique wiring: Thoughtfully paced, trauma-informed, and tailored for you.
Intensives may be a good fit if you feel stalled by weekly therapy’s rhythm. Need a reset or breakthrough sooner rather than later. Are navigating a traumatic life transitiona or sensory overwhelm that is disrupting your ability to function every day. And you want focused, accelerated change, fast.
Ready to stop overthinking and start healing?
Healing doesn’t have to wait for the perfect moment.
Let’s start now.
Serving Newington, CT, MA, and RI
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I provide online therapy across Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, with an office in Newington, CT. My services are designed for neurodivergent adults, parents, and professionals seeking flexible, accessible, and effective care.
You don’t have to navigate life alone. If you’re ready to feel seen, understood, and empowered in your neurodivergent brain, I’m here to help. Together, we can:
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Develop strategies for career success and productivity
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Improve parenting and co-parenting relationships
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Heal trauma and build emotional resilience
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Navigate the challenges of daily life with confidence
Reach out today to schedule a session and start thriving in your unique neurodivergent brain.
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Hi! I’m Alyssa, licensed therapist, business owner, mom of littles, AuDHD human
I know what it’s like to juggle career, parenting, relationships, and your own emotions with a neurodivergent brain — because I’ve lived it. As both a therapist and a mom with AuDHD, I’ve learned how to move beyond survival mode, calm the overwhelm, and build self-trust. Now I help my clients do the same — with evidence-based tools, lived experience, and a healthy dose of humor.
Questions about how therapy works for ADHD, Autism, Career Burnout, Teens, Parents?
Drop me a message, we’ll figure out the next steps together.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM NEURODIVERGENT-AFFIRMING EMDR THERAPY & INTENSIVES FOR TRAUMA & CPTSD
Connection
Individually tailored
Respect
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