Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about therapy, methods, sessions, and getting started.
The Therapy Process and Services
I work with adults, high-stress professionals, and humanitarian workers. You do not need a specific diagnosis or a “big” traumatic event to seek support. If you experience persistent anxiety, emotional numbness, difficulty sleeping, or a feeling of being “stuck,” therapy can help. Trauma is subjective; if your nervous system feels overwhelmed or disconnected, this approach is right for you.
The first session is entirely about building trust and connection. We talk about what brings you here, assess your nervous system’s needs, and I explain the therapeutic approach. No trauma processing is pushed in the first session; our priority is understanding your goals and helping you feel supported.
Therapy moves at your pace, not according to a predetermined timeline. We prioritize stabilization and readiness. Some clients feel relief within a few sessions, while others benefit from longer-term work. The duration depends on the nature of the trauma and your individual goals; we discuss this together transparently.
Emotions may surface, but trauma-informed therapy puts your safety first. We monitor your regulation (emotional balance) throughout each session. You learn grounding and stabilization tools before any deep processing begins. If you feel overwhelmed, we pause and keep the process within a manageable range.
Yes. Online therapy is a highly effective format for trauma work. As long as you have a private, quiet space for sessions, it offers the flexibility and comfort of receiving support in your own safe environment.
Therapeutic Techniques and Methods
It is a specialized form of psychotherapy focused on how the body and nervous system hold overwhelming experiences. Unlike traditional talk therapy, it addresses the physiological “imprints” of stress and trauma to help your system return to balance.
No. Trauma processing does not require you to describe or relive events in detail. Approaches such as Brainspotting and EMDR work directly with the nervous system and deeper brain regions. We can process the “weight” of an experience without extensive verbal description.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing): a structured protocol that uses bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements) to help the brain reprocess distressing memories.
Brainspotting: a neuro-experiential therapy that uses specific eye positions to access deep trauma stored in the body and brain.
Neither is “better” than the other; they complement each other. We decide together which approach suits you best, based on how your nervous system responds.
These therapies are entirely safe when practiced by a trained professional. You remain fully present, alert, and in control throughout the process. You are the leader of your own process; the therapist is a guide who helps you navigate the experience safely.
General Information
Yes. Confidentiality is a core ethical principle. Everything you share remains private; only in exceptional circumstances involving legal or safety requirements (such as risk of harm to yourself or others) are the necessary steps taken, and these are discussed with you.
Appointments are booked directly through the online calendar system. After completing the assessment form, you will be informed about the next steps and given access to the booking calendar. Details about session formats and structures can be found on the Services page.
The first session must be paid in advance to confirm the booking. Ongoing sessions are paid via bank transfer or traditional money transfer services. Detailed payment instructions are shared after the appointment is booked.