Marci Martel, Ph.D., LCMHC
About Me
EMDR is the primary focus of my practice with my clients and in my work with other professionals as they work toward certification. I have been utlizing EMDR as the primary modality of treatment for over 20 years.
EMDR is often seen as just an intervention without giving consideration to the other necessary components of the modality. I utilize the 8 phases OF EMDR to develop a relationship with my clients, build tools in their toolbox to prepare them for processing, fully assess their readiness to identify the target or focus of work and then proceed with "processing" as EMDR utilizing eye movement, tapping, music, or other chosen methods of BLS. My goal is never to overwhelm my clients and remain within the window of tolerance where their feelings, thoughts and body sensations remain tolerable.
I have active referral sources for and work with Ketamine providers to combine the two treatments and take advantage of the expanded neuroplasticity that is present. This intergrative treatment can increase the effectiveness of EMDR Therapy.
I dedicate a part of my practice to educating others thorugh consultation and training. I work with EMDR HAP and actively recruit interns to work within my practice.
Education & Experience
Ph.D. in Family Psychology from Capella University
M.S. in Community Psychology from Springfield College
B.S. in Human Services from Springfield College
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
Advisory Board - The Salvation Army, Manchester, NH
Approved Clinical Supervisor - NBCC
Serves clients in
- New Hampshire (NH)
Specialty Area
- ADHD/Neurodiversity
- Abuse/Neglect
- Adoption
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Autism Spectrum
- Bipolar Disorder
- Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
- Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
- Chronic Pain
- Dissociative Disorders
- Domestic Violence
- Family Issues
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
- Performance Enhancement
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Sexual Abuse
- Spirituality
- Stress Management
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- Children (4-12)
- Infants/Toddlers (0-3)
- Underserved
Language
- English
Insurance
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Medicaid
- UnitedHealth
Harvard Pilgrim