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A woman of color with lived experience, using EMDR to help you heal faster without reliving the past

STEPHANIE COLEMAN

Mental Health Professional  specializing in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy

📍North Charleston, SC

"EMDR allows clients to process trauma without the need to verbalize distressing memories, making it particularly beneficial for those who find it difficult to discuss their experiences."

ABOUT

MY STORY

In many cultures, mental health isn't always seen as part of overall well-being. We're often taught to ignore emotional pain until it shows up in our bodies through chronic stress, fatigue, anxiety, or even physical illness. It’s only when we can no longer function at work, in relationships, or in daily life that we finally seek help.

 

But what if your body isn’t breaking down it's speaking up? Trauma is often stored in the body, not just the mind. EMDR therapy helps you process and release these deeply held experiences, so you can begin to heal, feel whole again, and move forward with clarity and strength

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Over the past 20 years, I’ve gained invaluable insights into how to shift mindsets, promote healing, and live a more purposeful life all through EMDR. Now, I want to share that knowledge with you and guide you on a path to breaking trauma. Do you know who you are beyond your trauma? Are you tired of being triggered? And most importantly, are you ready to do the work to discover the real you?

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"EMDR therapy can be effective for more than just trauma it's also used to treat anxiety, depression, and even chronic pain"

BOOK

LET’S START THE
THE PROCESS

I want you know how it feels to be free from anxiety and depression that may have stemmed from past trauma. I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for you to process these significant events in your life. Email me or call and schedule a 15 minute free consultation. Commit to 10 sessions and let's see what we can do together.

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"EMDR has been shown to help process memories and emotions more quickly than traditional therapies , meaning less time in pain, more time healing!"

TYPES OF THERAPY AVAILABLE

EMDR
THERAPY

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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an information processing therapy that helps clients cope with trauma, addictions, and phobias. During this treatment, the patient focuses on a specific thought, image, emotion, or sensation while simultaneously watching the therapist's finger or light bar move in front of his or her eyes

COGNITIVE
BEHAVIORAL

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on how our thoughts affect our feelings and actions. It helps clients identify and challenge negative thinking patterns, then replace them with healthier ones. CBT is structured, goal-oriented, and often includes homework. It’s been proven effective for issues like anxiety, depression, and more!

RECENT TRAUMA EMDR

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R-TEP (Recent Traumatic Episode Protocol) is an advanced EMDR approach used soon after trauma to prevent long-term emotional harm. Ideal within the first month, it offers a safe, structured way to process distressing memories, reduce symptoms, and restore a sense of control especially after events like disasters, accidents, or violence.

ATTACHMENT
BASED

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Attachment-based therapy is form of therapy that applies to interventions or approaches based on attachment theory, which explains how the relationship a parent has with its child influences development.

Critical Incident Desensitization 

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Critical Incident Desensitization (CID) is an EMDR technique that offers fast relief after recent trauma. Used within 24–72 hours, it helps process the event before it becomes deeply embedded, reducing the risk of PTSD or anxiety. Ideal for first responders, healthcare workers, or anyone facing acute stress.

DIALECTICAL
BEHAVIORAL

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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is often used to treat Borderline Personality Disorder. It combines CBT techniques with mindfulness to help clients manage intense emotions, build distress tolerance, and improve emotional regulation. DBT is offered in both individual and group settings, with the goal of reducing emotional suffering and improving stability

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    Education and Years In Practice

    • In Practice for 3 years

    • Attended Tarleton State University, Master of Science in Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2008

    • Licensed by State of South Carolina / 10160

    • Certificate from South Carolina Department of Education2011

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    Insurance

    • Aetna

    • BCBS of Massachusetts virtual

    • BlueCross and BlueShield

    • Cigna and Evernorth

    • Healthy Connections

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Optum

    • Oscar Health

    • Oxford

    • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

    • Out of Network

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    Expertise

    • Behavioral Issues

    • Coping Skills

    • Depression

    • Dual Diagnosis

    • Impulse Control Disorders

    • Childhood Trauma

    • Physical/Sexual/Emotional Abuse,

    • Anger Management,

    • Traumatic Grief

    • School Issues

    • Sexual Abuse

    • Stress

    • Veterans

    • Post-Traumatic

    • Stress Disorder (PTSD),

    • Bipolar Disorder,

    • Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

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    Specialties and Expertise

    • Trauma and PTSD

    • Anxiety

    • Child

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