Craig Penner

As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Craig Penner has been providing psychotherapy services for over 40 years. With a focus on process-oriented somatic work, he helps individuals, couples, and groups overcome a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.

Our Services

At Craig Penner, LMFT, we offer a unique approach to psychotherapy that combines process-oriented somatic work, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and bilateral stimulation to facilitate natural processing. Our comprehensive treatment approach addresses a broad range of issues, including:

• Anxiety and depression
• Trauma (episodic and developmental)
• Relationship and family dynamics
• Post-traumatic stress and attachment dynamics
• Phobias, insecurity, anger, grief, and more

Somatic Therapy

Our somatic therapy approach focuses on the body and its natural ability to heal and process emotions. We utilize techniques such as Somatic Experiencing (SE) to help clients relax and release physical tension, which often precedes emotional release. By engaging with the present moment, clients can access their natural potential for growth and healing.

EMDR and Bilateral Stimulation

In addition to somatic therapy, we incorporate EMDR and bilateral stimulation into our treatment approach. EMDR has been shown to be effective in reducing symptoms of PTSD, trauma, and other mental health conditions. Our practitioners are trained in the latest EMDR techniques and modifications to ensure a tailored approach for each client.

Couples Therapy

Our couples therapy approach focuses on understanding the intricate dynamics of committed relationships. By exploring the natural dynamics of relationships, we help couples develop greater intimacy, connection, and communication. We also work with couples to address issues related to growth, intimacy, and conflict resolution.

Training and Consultation

As an experienced therapist and trainer, Craig Penner offers consultation services to other therapists, providing guidance on process-oriented somatic therapy, EMDR, and bilateral stimulation. He also leads workshops and trainings on process-oriented psychotherapy and EMDR.

About Our Therapist

Craig Penner is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 40 years of experience. He has developed a unique approach to psychotherapy that combines process-oriented somatic work, EMDR, and bilateral stimulation. With a deep understanding of the body and its role in emotional processing, Craig helps clients access their natural potential for growth and healing.