IFS & EMDR Therapy for Therapists
Experience the power of the work for yourself—not just as a technique.
Maybe you’ve read No Bad Parts.
Maybe EMDR keeps coming up in consultation groups, trainings, or podcasts.
Or you’re already trained and want to know what it’s like since you’ve never fully experienced it from the client chair.
These sessions are for therapists and clinicians who want a confidential, clinician-aware space to explore their own system and process what still needs attention.
Supporting the Mental Health of Therapists
EMDR and IFS therapy for therapists, where personal work doesn’t require you to “perform” as a clinician
A real client experience (not practice sessions with colleagues) with your needs centered
Space to reconnect with your core Self-energy or process a stuck EMDR target
Integration for what gets activated in your work or life as a therapist, including attachment wounds, vicarious trauma, and burnout
Bring the curiosity inspired by books, podcasts, or the healing work you do with clients into your own therapy experience
What to expect
Confidential therapy for therapists — not consultation or supervision
We go right into the work. No over-explaining; we can assume a shared language and understanding
IFS, EMDR, or both. We’ll choose based on what you are needing that day
Telehealth sessions available to therapists in Illinois, Oregon, and Washington
Steady pacing. Respect for the realities of being both provider and client, allowing space for integration and processing
Is this for me?
You’re IFS- or EMDR-trained and want your own sessions
You’re in training and want to experience therapy from the client seat
You’re curious after No Bad Parts, The Body Keeps the Score, or a podcast demo
You’re skeptical — maybe some parts of you think this stuff seems “hokey” or “woo-woo.” That’s okay! Skeptical parts are welcome here.
About Heather
I’m a trauma therapist trained in EMDR therapy (currently working toward certification) and IFS (Level 1), with over 10 years of experience as a clinician. I regularly see therapists as clients, so you won’t need to translate or teach — I hold the frame so you can fully be the client.
As a therapist, you need someone seasoned, unflappable, and confident to facilitate the work — someone you truly trust, otherwise it’s easy to get distracted by the familiar brushstrokes.
I know how hard it can be to reach out to a new therapist. It’s always a leap of faith. And it can feel even harder for therapists to find someone they click with — a therapist they can trust to hold the reins, guide the work, and let them just be the client.
…And yes, I’ll still let your therapist part try to end the session on time before I do, and we can laugh about using SimplePractice from the other side.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be trained in IFS or EMDR to book?
No. If you’re a therapist or clinician who’s curious or in training, you’re welcome.
Can we blend IFS and EMDR in the same work?
Yes. Many clinicians prefer an IFS-informed EMDR approach. We’ll decide together session-by-session based on what you’re bringing.
Is this consultation or supervision?
No — this is therapy. If you’re looking for consultation, I can refer you to appropriate consultants.
Do you take insurance?
I am currently in network with Aetna and Cigna PPO plans. I can provide a superbill if your plan allows out-of-network reimbursement. Please ask me if you’re interested in extended 90-minute sessions for EMDR reprocessing.
Will you tell anyone I’m seeing you?
No. Just like with any other client, our work is confidential. I won’t share that you’re my client with colleagues, training organizations, or anyone else.
Will this count toward my EMDR/IFS training hours?
No — these sessions are therapy, not official training or consultation hours. If you’re looking for hours toward certification, I can refer you to approved consultants.
Do I have to choose IFS or EMDR ahead of time?
No. Some clients work exclusively in one modality; others move between them depending on what’s coming up. We’ll decide together in the moment.
How many sessions should I book?
Some therapists come for a specific target or part and feel complete in a few sessions. Others stay longer-term to work through a range of experiences. There’s no set timeline — it’s entirely based on your needs.