EMDR Therapy & Intensives in Ohio
Helping High-Achieving Adults Heal from Post-Traumatic Stress and Childhood Trauma
You feel as if you’re in a fog, confused about who you are and wondering what happened to your identity and strong sense of self.
You’ve asked yourself, “why are things not working like they used to?”, “what’s wrong with me?” “why can’t I be a better partner/boss/friend/family member?”, “am I losing my mind?” Time seems to be standing still for you or moving so rapidly it feels like you can’t keep up.
You feel like you’re chasing an ever-elusive nugget of happiness and every time it gets close, it’s pulled away as if on a string. You’re exhausted, without answers and you want help!
Ready to take the next step?
“The past affects the present even without our being aware of it”
Francine Shapiro
Creator of EMDR Therapy
Hi, I’m Bonita!
I know what it feels like to need help, and not know where to find it. I’ve spent a lifetime “helping” others, beginning in a community mental health center, then working as a program director at a non-profit for teen boys, as a marriage and family therapist, and as a program manager at a university counseling center. I’ve embraced the role of accompanying my clients until they feel supported, resilient, and ultimately feel like themselves again.
What you can expect when working with me is genuine compassion and an unprecedented “realness”. I believe in being direct because your mental health is my top priority. With that said, I am very light-hearted with a laid back and fun style.
You might feel…
Life has you stuck, or you are in a space that feels mentally, emotionally, or spiritually draining. You are the person who always wanted a full life, one where you had places to be and things to see; a life you happily shared with your loved ones.
But today…
You barely manage to get through your days, and at the end of them, you’re exhausted and can barely remember what happened for the last 12 hours. You seem to exist to make others happy, but happiness feels elusive to you; you’re always chasing it but can never capture it. When you look around, others are enjoying life and you feel defeated.
You know something is off because you didn’t always feel anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed, but you cannot figure out what triggered these feelings. You feel like something is missing, and often feel as if you are watching yourself go through the motions of life instead of actively living and enjoying it. You are tired of “faking it” and you want to be you again. I’ve been there and I see you…
…How can I help?
EMDR Therapy offers a safe space to explore your history and find the things that may not be working well in your present, and why. It is a healthy and self-caring way to address your past, get situated in the present and look forward to your future. You will learn better ways to handle your thoughts, feelings, relationships, home and work life.
Therapy With Me
I offer empathic listening, supportive reflection and work as your guide. Together we will focus on your strengths and utilize coping skills to help keep you grounded in the present. I have a direct approach coupled with a kind demeanor, and I will often use humor to support you as we overcome challenges together throughout your EMDR journey.
Their Words, Not Mine
What are other therapists saying about Bonita?