About this episode

This episode discusses EMDR therapy and its benefits for mothers recovering from trauma.

Today’s episode focuses on EMDR, what it is, and how it can help struggling moms shift their mindsets at the root of trauma. We are discussing EMDR intensives, including how to assess your readiness for this type of healing, and how it differs from typical talk therapy. Join us to learn more! Amity Olson, LCSW, has been providing individual and group therapy since 2008. Her clinical work focuses on helping adults heal from trauma through evidence-based techniques. She owns Olson Counseling Services and currently works with mothers who are struggling to manage and navigate unrealistic expectations. Amity loves to “nerd out” on administrative tasks and recently began offering budgeting services for solo practitioners in private practice through Practice Desk x OCS. She is an EMDR-certified therapist, a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers, and a member of the Academy of Food Allergy Counseling. Outside of work, Amity is an avid Green Bay Packers fan and a mom struggling to survive her child’s senior year of high school. She is licensed to practice in Delaware, Florida, Iowa, and Wisconsin. Show Highlights: A basic understanding of EMDR, Eye Movement…

People in this episode

Host: Katayune Kaeni

Guest: Amity Olson

Topics covered

• EMDR
• trauma recovery
• mental health
• postpartum support
• therapy techniques

Keywords

• EMDR
• trauma
• postpartum depression
• mental health
• therapy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Olson Counseling Services, Practice Desk x OCS

Places: Delaware, Florida, Iowa, Wisconsin

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