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Trauma-Informed Counseling and EMDR Therapy in Eureka, CA
At The Path To Healing Counseling, we specialize in trauma-informed therapy with over 15 years of experience. Our practice focuses on evidence-based interventions including EMDR, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), Play Therapy, and Art Therapy to address anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Certified by EMDRIA and trained in somatic approaches, our founder Crysta Durrett brings extensive expertise in trauma resolution for individuals, families, and children.

We offer both in-person and telehealth sessions across California, Oregon, and Washington, prioritizing client-centered care that builds resilience and fosters healing through strengths-based methodologies.
Services
EMDR Therapy Trauma Counseling Anxiety Treatment Depression Therapy Play Therapy Art Therapy Family Counseling Telehealth Sessions Intensive Programs SSP Treatment
Details
  • Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
  • Certified EMDR Therapist with 15+ years of trauma counseling experience
  • Specialized training in Play, Art, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapies
  • Offers both in-person and secure telehealth therapy options statewide
  • Accepts Medi-Cal and Medicare insurance plans for accessibility
  • Developed customized EMDR intensive programs for accelerated healing
Associations and certifications
  • EMDRIA
What people say
Life-changing therapy Compassionate expertise Noticeable progress Safe healing environment Effective trauma resolution
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Services
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based trauma therapy that helps clients process distressing memories and reduce emotional distress. This specialized treatment utilizes bilateral stimulation to help reprocess traumatic experiences, making it particularly effective for PTSD, anxiety disorders, and complex trauma. Our certified therapists employ this somatic approach to help clients achieve lasting relief from traumatic memories while improving emotional regulation and personal empowerment through structured eight-phase treatment protocols.
Play Therapy
Play therapy uses age-appropriate techniques to help children express emotions and process difficult experiences through therapeutic play. This developmentally responsive approach works particularly well with children aged 3-12, allowing them to communicate feelings and work through trauma using toys, art materials, and guided activities. Our therapists create secure environments where children can explore emotions safely while developing healthy coping strategies and improving communication skills through carefully structured play sessions that promote emotional healing.
Trauma Counseling
Comprehensive trauma counseling addresses various manifestations of psychological distress including PTSD, anxiety disorders, and depression. Through individualized treatment plans, we combine cognitive-behavioral techniques with somatic approaches to help clients understand trauma's impact and develop practical coping strategies. Specialized programs address intergenerational trauma patterns, attachment issues, and family systems while building resiliency through evidence-based interventions that promote lasting emotional regulation and improved interpersonal relationships.
Art Therapy
Art therapy utilizes creative expression as a therapeutic tool for emotional exploration and healing. Clients engage in drawing, painting, and collage activities under professional guidance to externalize complex emotions and gain insights into their experiences. This non-verbal approach provides alternative communication channels for those struggling with verbal expression while promoting self-discovery and emotional processing. Sessions incorporate both artistic creation and guided reflection to help clients explore patterns, resolve conflicts, and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
EMDR Intensives
EMDR intensives offer concentrated therapy sessions designed to achieve significant progress in shorter timeframes. These flexible programs include half-day (3 hours), full-day (6 hours), and 3-day weekend formats that allow deeper therapeutic work without weekly commitments. Clients receive personalized treatment plans combining EMDR with somatic approaches and coping skill development. This accelerated format particularly benefits those needing focused attention on complex trauma while offering both in-person and virtual options for greater accessibility.
People
Crysta Durrett
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
With over 15 years of experience, Crysta Durrett is a certified EMDR therapist and consultant specializing in trauma resolution. She employs evidence-based approaches including Play Therapy, Art Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients heal from anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Her practice focuses on building client strengths while addressing intergenerational trauma patterns and attachment issues through both in-person and telehealth sessions.
Questions
What types of therapy services are offered?
We specialize in EMDR therapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), and Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) treatments for anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Yes, we offer secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions for residents of California, Oregon, and Washington, providing the same quality care as in-person visits.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept Medi-Cal (Partnership Health Plan) and Medicare, with potential co-payments depending on individual plans. Self-pay options and CareCredit financing are also available.
What are EMDR intensives?
Our EMDR intensives are concentrated therapy sessions lasting 3-12 hours that accelerate trauma processing through focused, uninterrupted treatment in half-day, full-day, or 3-day weekend formats.
How can parents benefit from therapy?
We help parents with PTSD develop coping strategies to break intergenerational trauma patterns through specialized trauma resolution techniques that improve emotional regulation and family dynamics.
Is therapy available for children?
Yes, we offer age-appropriate trauma therapy for children using Play and Art Therapy techniques, with specialized EMDR Intensive programs designed for young clients' developmental needs.