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Why ART? 
Many clients are treated in a single session.  ART works for people who have not had success with other forms of therapy.  You do not need to tell the therapist any painful or difficult details about your past. 

Who is ART for? 
People who have not found relief from traditional talk therapy.  People who have never tried therapy.  People who are not comfortable telling a therapist the details of their trauma history. 

What can ART treat? 
Traumas from: Childhood abuse, PTSD, death of a loved one, combat trauma, violence, neglect, sexual assault, surgeries, accidents, etc.
Phobias: Fear of animals, flying, water, heights, small spaces, public speaking, etc.
Symptoms from: Difficult breakups, rejection by family members, nightmares, death of a pet, bullying, workplace stress, etc.

If a past event is causing you current suffering, it is very likely that ART can help.  ART has been found to be helpful even when you do not know the specific origin of your problem.

History 
To learn more about the history Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), please visit the official website.

What does a session look like?
Sessions last 80 minutes on average.  The client is always in control of the entire ART session, with the therapist guiding the process. Although some traumatic experiences such as rape, combat experiences, or loss of a loved one can be very painful to think about or visualize, this therapy rapidly moves clients beyond the place where they are stuck in these experiences toward growth and positive changes.  The treatment is grounded in well-established psychotherapy techniques, and the end result is that traumas and difficult life experiences will no longer trigger strong emotions or physical reactions. Importantly, clients do not even have talk about their traumas or difficult life experiences with the therapist to achieve recovery.  ART is not magic and is it not hypnosis.

Who should not use ART?
ART is not recommended for use by children who are too young to sit for the duration of a session.  If you are under the care of an ophthalmologist due to a disease of the eye, please seek medical advice before scheduling your ART session.  Please see the Resources page for links to emergency services and traditional therapy providers.

Evidence-Based
ART is officially recognized at the federal level by the National Registry of Evidence Based Programs and Practices (NREPP). ART was found to be an effective psychotherapy for PTSD, depression, stress, and personal resilience. ART was also classified as a promising therapy for symptoms of phobia, panic, anxiety, sleep and wake disorders, disruptive and antisocial behaviors, general functioning and well-being.

Scientifically Researched
ART has been shown to be effective in multiple studies, including a Department of Defense study of combat-related trauma.  Studies have shown that most clients have significant improvement in their symptoms after only 1-5 sessions.  The average number of sessions needed to resolve symptoms of combat trauma was found to be 3.

Where?
My office is located at 127 N. Madison Ave, Pasadena CA 91101.

How do I schedule a session?
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