Elysia Ergle (She/Her/Hers)

I take an eclectic approach to therapy, meaning that I implement pieces of different therapeutic approaches depending on the needs and preferences of my clients. I have been trained in Internal Family Systems, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and Narrative Therapy, among others. The benefit of knowing multiple approaches is being able to apply the most effective strategies to address different issues.

Traumatic stress is a normal bodily reaction to an abnormal event. My therapeutic approach combines evidence-based strategies for decreasing distress and compassionate care to begin the healing process. Clients determine the pace of counseling to ensure a sense of safety and belonging. I often use DBT, IFS, SP, and NT to help clients calm the body and write the new chapter of their lives.

I have over 20 years of training and experience working with addiction and codependency. I believe that a holistic approach is necessary to help clients create a life in which they don't have to numb themselves. I use motivational interviewing, CBT, IFS, and other therapies to treat the whole person. I am well-versed in 12-step facilitation and also support partial abstinence approaches. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, so treatment is tailored to the individual.

Traumatic events and relationships steal our joy and make our bodies feel unsafe. I have advanced training in techniques to restore calm and safety to the body and help clients regain a sense of joy in their lives. Supporting clients as they heal from past experiences and reconnect with themselves and others is my favorite part of this job. I will walk alongside you as you chart the course for your journey.