David Strah
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Masters in Clinical PsychologyMy clients are a diverse group of people ranging from age 14-70 and representing all genders, sexual orientations and many races.
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) relies on a client's own rapid, rhythmic eye movements, and is founded on the belief that these eye movements can weaken the intensity of emotionally charged memories. EMDR is most often used to treat PTSD or other traumas, but is also sometimes used for panic attacks, eating disorders, addictions, and anxiety. EMDR sessions can last up to 90 minutes, and usually starts with a client rating their level of distress. A therapist then typically moves their fingers in front of your face (or sometimes toe tapping or musical tones), asking you to follow along with your eyes, while you recall a traumatic event and all the sensations that come with it. You will gradually be guided by the therapist to shift thoughts from the traumatic experience to a more comforting one. The goal of EMDR is to make disturbing memories less immobilizing. Think this approach might be right for you? Reach out to one of TherapyDen’s EMDR specialists today.
Survivor of trauma. Struggling with addiction. Creative. Do at least two of these three describe you? If you're struggling to get sober, you're fearful about the impact sobriety might have on your creativity (and life in general). If you're in early sobriety, you're trying to gain your footing in a new landscape. If you're a trauma survivor, you're confused as to why your insight & sensitivity aren't helping you get to that light at the end of the tunnel.
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If you've made it here, you’re ready to work through the trauma. You'd like to find a way to make life less painful. And, what if life could be gentler and more stable? What if you didn’t have to feel on edge or down and out?
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Are you struggling to cope with life transitions? Many of us are experiencing significant anxiety due to changing work environments, parenting children who aren’t in school or attempting to navigate the changing social conditions. Are you feeling stressed by a traumatic event? Perhaps you are experiencing a divorce, have family conflicts or are alone as an empty nester. These circumstances can impact your connection with family, colleagues, and most importantly, the relationship with yourself.
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Looking to unpack childhood trauma? No matter how big, small, or how long ago, I want to help you navigate its impact in your life today. Or, if you're having relationship problems like infidelity, divorce, domestic abuse, family conflict, or simply seeking guidance, I'm here to support you every step of the way. And for those experiencing daily anxiety or depression, I want to provide you with the tools and skills you need to start feeling better.
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Being human is hard. When two different people, flaws and all, form a relationship, it’s harder. When those two decide that they want to swing with other couples, that can be even more complicated. Or perhaps they decide to open up their relationship on occasion. What are the boundaries? How about when those two humans become part of a triad, or quad? There might be some unique challenges with that choice as well. And jealousy! Navigating yours, and theirs, is not for the faint of heart.
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I have the privilege of supporting a diverse range of individuals facing various life challenges, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral issues, marital conflicts, trauma, parenting dilemmas, LGBT family therapy, life transitions, LGBT couples therapy, grief, and substance use. My extensive experience spans county mental health, private practices, and school-based settings, allowing me to connect deeply with people from all walks of life and diverse cultural backgrounds.
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Lawyers, executives, and entrepreneurs find support and understanding in my practice. You've got a lot going on; your relationship is strained, or your anxiety is increasing. Maybe you and your partner are experiencing higher levels of conflict or disconnect. Maybe you've experienced a recent loss or traumatic event. Or maybe you feel unsatisfied with your life, despite having "everything" you want. Whatever brings you to therapy, I'll be your engaged partner in working through it.
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My clients want someone who will meet them where they are at and sometimes, that's a complicated space and that my friend is Ok! Life did not give any of us a handbook and a manual with clear directions for how to handle things, and to be honest the books out there seem to be created with someone else's vision. You can write your as you go! My clients will appreciate the safe space and gentle challenges that arise in therapy.
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Maternal Mental Health: I support women experiencing perinatal issues like depression, anxiety, panic, postpartum anxiety & depression, loss, new motherhood/parenthood issues, and relationships. EMDR Therapist - For Trauma, Grief/Loss, Self-Esteem Issues, Maternal Mental Health issues, Chronic Illness / Medical Issue or Pain Pre-Marital Counseling to solidify your relationship foundation before saying "I do!".
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I specialize in working with individuals who identify as quirky, creative, LGBTQIA+, or those who simply don’t fit into conventional boxes. Whether you're exploring your identity, life transitions, or struggling with relationships and self-acceptance, I'm here to help you feel understood, validated, and supported. I approach therapy with an open mind and a dash of humor because growth doesn’t have to be all serious.
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You are constantly on the go, juggling two or three things at the same time including the help you offer others because you can’t stop yourself. What will others say to your “No’s, what would they think of you? You fear their judgment. Sometimes, you just want to be left alone. You sometimes snap at people you love and then feel guilty. You don’t enjoy life like you used to. Where is the motivation you had before? I will help you feel more confident and have healthier relationships.
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Do you get caught in repetitive unhealthy cycles? Anxious thought loops or the same relationship mistakes over and over? Our fast-paced culture can be challenging for personal growth, but together we can collaborate to find tools that work for you. Whether you are seeking happiness in relationships, anxiety management, healing from trauma or better ways to communicate, we can work together toward your goals.
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Are you struggling with feeling inferior; feeling superior; needing to be perfect; feeling you're a burden; or people pleasing? When we grow up in difficult circumstances, we come up with these beliefs/ways of being as a way to help us feel a little more safe. As difficult as it is to hold these beliefs about ourselves, they somehow help us feel better. As we grow up, they create difficulties in our adult relationships.
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I offer support for those who feel like they're carrying the weight of the world-maybe it's a past trauma, anxiety, or strained relationships. You could be wrestling with vulnerability, exploring identity in LGBTQ+ spaces, a couple striving for deeper connection, a creative looking to unleash your potential, or an expat navigating the challenges of living abroad.
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Are you experiencing severe anxiety, overwhelmed by fear, struggling to sleep or confused by your loss of interest in things that used to bring you joy? Are you feeling emotional unstable in an intimate relationship, but stable in all your others? Do you say to yourself, 'something is not right', but can't pinpoint what it is? You may have been targeted by a Narcissist or experienced relational trauma. Together you and I will work together to discover the source and reclaim yourself.
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I am here to be a guide on this transformational journey to your big beautiful life. Do you have anxiety about 'getting it all done' or being perfect? Do you have depression feeling like no matter what you do, you are not good enough? On the outside, you look strong, competent, & like you have it all together. On the inside, you feel on the brink of falling apart. Let me help you flourish & embody your life.
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Are you tired of feeling trapped by your past; struggling with the weight of childhood trauma, sexual trauma, complex PTSD or an anxious attachment style? Imagine breaking free from the chains of your experiences and embracing a future filled with greater security and inner peace. I specialize in empowering individuals to transform their trauma into triumph.
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Can you push through hard times? Sure - you always do. Life is challenging these days. But what if you can learn to feel really good, even when life is chaotic? What if reactivity, fear, guilt, shame, anxiety and depression wasn't your first go to? What if you could really be present in your life, work, and your relationships? My clients show up to create meaning, joy, peace, and resiliency in their demanding lives and relationships. They are engaged and work through the really hard things.
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I specialize in transitional age (18-26), however am very comfortable with teens through midlife as well. Clients often come to me struggling with complex trauma histories, intense and codependent relationship patterns and low self-esteem. My clients are in a state of inner confusion as their truth has been supplanted by cultural or familial expectations for too long. It is my goal to assist you find yourself through the confusion and live as you are meant to be.
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