Mended Counseling

You Deserve More Than Just Getting By

Life has a way of piling up—stress, pain, responsibilities, expectations. And for many of us, especially in communities where silence has been survival, slowing down to care for ourselves can feel like a luxury we can’t afford.
But here’s the truth: you deserve more than just holding it together.
At Mended Counseling, we create space for healing that honors the complexity of your life. Whether you’re navigating trauma, burnout, relationship wounds, or just trying to feel like you again—we’re here to help you mend in a way that feels safe, grounded, and real.

Mended Counseling Services

Therapy That’s Rooted in Real Life

You don’t need to show up polished. You don’t need to have the right words. You don’t need to explain “why now.”
If you’re carrying pain that’s been ignored, minimized, or misunderstood—this is your place to unpack it.
We use a blend of trauma-informed, culturally aware therapy approaches designed to help you process, reframe, and move forward—not just cope.

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

IFS helps you make sense of the different “parts” of you—those inner voices that protect, avoid, react, or carry pain. This approach teaches you how to gently build a relationship with each part of yourself so your core, centered self can lead. It’s especially powerful for people navigating complex trauma, identity struggles, or deep emotional wounds. With IFS, we help you shift from inner conflict to inner compassion.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

When trauma gets stuck in the body and mind, it can show up as flashbacks, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm. EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (like guided eye movement) to help the brain reprocess painful memories and reduce their emotional intensity. It’s a gentle but effective tool for healing trauma—without needing to relive every detail. Clients often find relief and clarity after years of feeling stuck.

Brainspotting

Sometimes, healing happens beyond words. Brainspotting is a somatic, brain-body approach that uses eye position to access areas where trauma is stored. By helping you stay with the emotion—rather than avoid or analyze it—Brainspotting allows for deep emotional release and nervous system regulation. It’s especially helpful for people who’ve experienced trauma that feels hard to name or talk about.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT helps you understand how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected—and how to shift patterns that no longer serve you. It’s a foundational, evidence-based approach often used to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. At Mended Counseling, we pair CBT with deeper trauma work so you’re not just learning coping skills—you’re transforming the way you relate to yourself and your world.

This Is About More Than Mental Health

For many of our clients—especially those from BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and marginalized communities—therapy isn’t just a mental health tool. It’s an act of resistance. It’s reclaiming your voice, your softness, your space.

We get that. Our therapists are grounded in their own healing work. We understand what it means to unlearn, to grieve, to set boundaries, to reclaim joy. We don’t come with judgment. We come with presence.

Tools That Support You Between Sessions

Healing doesn’t stop when the session ends. At Mended Counseling, we believe in giving you tools you can carry into your everyday life—because life doesn’t wait until next Thursday at 3 p.m.
Our offerings go beyond traditional talk therapy:

Journaling Classes: Learn how to track, express, and reflect on your inner world through guided writing techniques.
Sound + Journaling Sessions: These group experiences help release emotion through sound, followed by intentional journaling that connects mind, body, and heart.
Courses & Resources (coming soon): Including our ‘Journal to the Self’ series and other tools to help you identify the right support for your needs.

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