Business Details
Virtual Trauma Therapy in Emeryville, CA
Alisa Vincent Psychotherapy is a virtual practice dedicated to helping adolescents and adults heal from trauma, anxiety, grief, and relationship challenges. Founded on principles of safety, connection, and compassion, the practice integrates evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Havening, and Hakomi to address emotional pain stored in the nervous system. With over a decade of experience in trauma therapy, the practice emphasizes personalized care, combining psychosensory techniques and mindfulness to foster regulation, self-trust, and resilience.Clients receive support tailored to their unique needs, with a focus on creating a collaborative therapeutic relationship. Services are available to individuals across California, ensuring accessibility and convenience through online sessions. The practice prioritizes cultural sensitivity, informed by a background in Cultural Anthropology, and adheres to ethical standards of care. A free phone consultation is offered to help clients determine if the practice aligns with their therapeutic goals.
Services
EMDR Therapy
Havening Techniques
Hakomi Therapy
Trauma Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Grief Counseling
Virtual Therapy Sessions
Somatic Psychotherapy
Attachment-Focused Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Highlights and features
- We specialize in trauma therapy with 10+ years of experience in EMDR protocols.
- Our approach integrates psychosensory techniques and mindfulness for nervous system regulation.
- Services are tailored to individual needs through a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
- Virtual sessions provide accessible care for clients across California.
- Free phone consultations help ensure therapy aligns with your specific goals.
Services
EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps clients process traumatic memories using bilateral stimulation. This evidence-based method reduces emotional distress by reorganizing how the brain stores traumatic experiences. Ideal for PTSD, anxiety, and grief, it promotes lasting relief through guided eye movements or tapping.
Havening Techniques
Havening uses soothing touch and eye movements to activate the brain's delta waves, promoting nervous system relaxation. This trauma-informed approach reduces emotional intensity without requiring detailed memory recall. Effective for anxiety, panic, and overwhelm, it offers a gentle alternative to traditional trauma therapies.
Hakomi Therapy
Hakomi combines mindfulness and somatic awareness to uncover and release trauma-based patterns. By exploring present-moment bodily sensations, clients develop self-trust and emotional resilience. This body-centered therapy addresses complex trauma, anxiety, and disconnection through compassionate, paced interventions.
Virtual Therapy Sessions
Secure telehealth sessions provide accessible mental health support for California residents. Clients receive trauma-informed care from home, maintaining continuity regardless of location. Virtual format ensures flexibility while preserving therapeutic depth through EMDR, Havening, or Hakomi methodologies.
Anxiety Treatment
Specialized anxiety treatment utilizes psychosensory techniques to regulate overactive nervous systems. By addressing root causes rather than symptoms, therapy reduces panic attacks, phobias, and chronic worry. Methods include breathwork, grounding exercises, and neuroplasticity-based interventions tailored to individual triggers.
People
Alisa Vincent
Therapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 10+ years specializing in trauma recovery. Integrates EMDR, Havening, and Hakomi to treat anxiety, PTSD, and emotional wounds. Holds a Master's in Counseling Psychology from The Wright Institute and a B.A. in Cultural Anthropology from U.C. Berkeley.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
I specialize in EMDR, Havening, and Hakomi therapies for trauma, anxiety, and emotional healing. Sessions integrate mindfulness, somatic techniques, and evidence-based practices tailored to individual needs.
Are services available outside California?
Therapy is limited to California residents due to licensing restrictions. Virtual sessions ensure accessibility for clients statewide through secure telehealth platforms.
How do I start therapy?
Begin with a free phone consultation to discuss your needs and determine if my approach aligns with your goals. Sessions are scheduled weekly or biweekly based on availability and client preference.
What is your cancellation policy?
Details about scheduling and cancellations are discussed during the initial consultation. I require 24-hour notice for appointment changes to accommodate other clients effectively.
Do you accept insurance?
I operate as an out-of-network provider. Clients receive superbill documentation for potential insurance reimbursement. Payment options and fees are discussed during the initial consultation.
