Business Details
Trauma-Informed Counseling Services in Dalworthington Gardens
Bruised Not Broken Counseling provides specialized mental health services for individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, and depression. Our team combines over 60 years of cumulative clinical experience to deliver personalized therapeutic interventions tailored to each client's unique needs. We specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, an evidence-based approach proven effective for treating PTSD and related conditions. Our practice serves children, adolescents, and adults, with particular expertise in supporting first responders and families affected by crisis. We prioritize creating secure therapeutic environments through HIPAA-compliant digital platforms while maintaining traditional in-person sessions.Our clinicians emphasize strength-based goal setting and solution-focused strategies to help clients achieve lasting emotional well-being. We maintain transparent communication about treatment processes and practice policies through accessible client portals. While we do not accept insurance, our fee structure reflects commitment to accessible mental health care. Our founder's 25-year career in community mental health informs our practice's compassionate, client-centered philosophy.
Services
EMDR Therapy
Trauma Counseling
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Management
First Responder Support
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Highlights and features
- We utilize EMDR therapy, proven effective for trauma treatment by extensive research
- Our team has over 60 years combined experience working with trauma-affected populations
- We offer HIPAA-compliant secure client portals for appointment management and document sharing
- Our clinicians maintain specialized expertise in treating first responders and crisis-affected families
- We implement personalized treatment plans addressing each client's unique therapeutic needs
What people say
Compassionate approach
Personalized treatment plans
Effective trauma techniques
Knowledgeable clinicians
Secure digital access
Services
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy helps clients process traumatic memories through bilateral stimulation techniques. This evidence-based approach effectively treats PTSD symptoms by reprocessing distressing experiences. Our clinicians use guided eye movements and cognitive restructuring to help clients achieve emotional healing.
Trauma Counseling
Specialized counseling services address trauma from abuse, neglect, or life-changing events using personalized therapeutic approaches. We help clients develop coping strategies for trauma-related symptoms including flashbacks and hypervigilance. Our trauma-informed care focuses on restoring emotional stability and building resilience.
Depression Treatment
Comprehensive treatment plans address persistent sadness, loss of interest, and other depressive symptoms through cognitive-behavioral techniques. We help clients identify negative thought patterns and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Our approach combines talk therapy with practical skill-building for daily emotional management.
Anxiety Management
Targeted interventions help clients manage excessive worry, panic attacks, and performance anxiety through evidence-based techniques. We teach grounding exercises and cognitive restructuring to reduce anxiety symptoms. Our approach emphasizes developing personalized coping strategies for long-term symptom management.
First Responder Support
Specialized counseling addresses occupational stress and trauma experienced by first responders and their families. We understand the unique mental health challenges faced by emergency personnel. Our services focus on building resilience and maintaining mental wellness in high-stress professions.
People
Dr. Stephanie Gillespie
Founder & Therapist
With over 25 years of clinical experience, Dr. Gillespie specializes in trauma therapy using EMDR techniques. She has served diverse populations including children, adolescents, and first responders. Her practice emphasizes strength-based approaches to emotional healing and personal growth.
Amy S. Mills
Licensed Professional Counselor
Former elementary teacher turned mental health professional, Amy focuses on family mental health needs and crisis intervention. She brings unique insights from both education and therapeutic settings to support client well-being.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We specialize in EMDR therapy for trauma processing, depression treatment, anxiety management, and counseling for first responders and families affected by crisis.
Do you accept insurance?
We do not accept insurance directly but can provide documentation for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Our fee schedule reflects our commitment to accessible mental health care.
How does EMDR therapy work?
EMDR uses bilateral stimulation techniques like guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. This evidence-based approach helps clients reprocess distressing experiences and reduce PTSD symptoms.
What technology do you use for appointments?
We offer HIPAA-compliant client portals for scheduling, document sharing, and secure communication. Virtual sessions use encrypted video conferencing platforms to protect client privacy.
What populations do you serve?
Our practice serves children, adolescents, and adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges across the lifespan.
