About Me

If anyone knew how much you hurt, they’d be shocked. After all, you’re the one who keeps it all together. You’ve worn the title of “overachiever” with pride. But, for a long time you’ve known that something just wasn’t right, and lately your body has been telling you this, too. The nightmares, flashbacks, and episodes of checking out are just the beginning -- you feel the pain of what happened to you in your whole body. But there's so much to do! So many people need you. You’ve been hoping that if you just ignore that nagging feeling, it will go away. By now you know it’s not going away, and you’re tired of trying to pretend that you are okay. You don’t have to pretend anymore. As someone who has experienced chronic pain since her teenage years, I know what it is like to try to hope away the hurt. And, as a mom of three autistic kids, I also know how hard it can be to take the time out to care for yourself. If you also identify as neurodivergent yourself, whether that's autistic, Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), ADHD, or something else, be assured that I know what it's like to live in a world that does not feel like it is set up for you, and I know how that influences experiences of trauma and pain. Together, we'll discover and change the patterns that keep you stuck in pain and trauma. You will learn how to unlock your internal healing resources, calm your mind and body, and put the past to rest. EMDR is one of several methods that I use to help people get past their past trauma and heal from chronic pain. Now, take a moment to imagine what it will be like once we're working together, when you feel you are finally at ease in your body and your mind is calm. Feel your shoulders relax as you breathe deeply, knowing that lasting change is on the way. Notice the relief in your body as you prepare to feel understood and supported. Give me a call at 651-998-8991 or email me at erinbd@erinbdlicsw.com so you can get started feeling like yourself again.