I have specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)1, and Brainspotting.2 I am also an Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed3 therapist. EMDR, Brainspotting, and IFS are somatic modalities that offer insights beyond cognitive processing alone. They complement and enhance talk therapy, fostering a deeper alignment between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
I have successfully applied these techniques in both individual and couples counseling to address concerns such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, the effects of repeated oppression, and low self-esteem.
Please take a look at the following videos and links to learn more about these modalities, and how they work.
EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an extensively researched, effective psychotherapy method proven to help people recover from trauma and other distressing and oppressive life experiences, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and panic disorders.
BRAINSPOTTING: Like EMDR, Brainspotting is a powerful approach that helps release the body from the impact of oppressive experiences. It works by identifying and processing deep-seated emotional and physiological responses stored in the nervous system. In addition to its therapeutic benefits, Brainspotting is also used to enhance performance in athletes and artists.
Internal Family Systems (IFS), another evidence-based approach, views your mind as made up of different “parts”—like a team of voices inside you. These parts may have different roles, such as protecting you or holding onto past pain. At the core of this system is your Self, which is calm, compassionate, and capable of guiding your parts toward healing and balance.
In IFS, we work to identify and understand these parts, helping them release past hurts and work together more harmoniously. This allows you to feel more centered, and at peace with yourself.
My fee for EMDR and/or Brainspotting Services is $250 for a standard session (50-minute long). I accept all major credit cards, and I offer Superbills as an Out-of-Network provider. If you are unfamiliar with Superbills, please read this useful Step-by-Step Guide to Out-of-Network Benefits to learn more about how they work.
Please visit the individual pages for a more detailed description of my services, or give me a call at (858) 255-0895 if you’d like to schedule a free 20-minute video or phone consultation.
Notice to clients and prospective clients:
Under the law, health care providers need to give clients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services.
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services.
You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service, or at any time during treatment.
If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, or how to dispute a bill, see your Estimate, or visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.
I look forward to connecting with you!
Lodovica Guidarelli, LMFT
Lodovica Guidarelli, LMFT 