Business Details
Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy Services
At A New Dawn Psychotherapy, we provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking emotional healing and personal growth. Our practice specializes in addressing trauma, PTSD, addiction, depression, and anxiety through evidence-based modalities like EMDR, CBT, and DBT. With over two decades of experience, we empower clients to overcome barriers created by fear and self-defeating beliefs, helping them achieve inner peace and sustainable positive change. Our therapeutic approach integrates diverse methodologies to rewire negative thought patterns and foster self-discovery.We serve individuals, couples, and groups through both telehealth and in-person sessions, tailoring our expertise to each client's unique journey. Our commitment to compassionate care is reflected in our personalized treatment plans and dedication to creating a nonjudgmental space for vulnerability and growth. Clients consistently highlight our empathetic approach, transformative insights, and the practical tools we provide for lasting emotional well-being.
Services
Trauma and PTSD Therapy
EMDR Treatment
Addiction Counseling
Couples Therapy
Anxiety Management
Depression Treatment
Grief Counseling
Stress Reduction
Substance Abuse Recovery
Self-Esteem Building
Highlights and features
- Specializing in trauma and PTSD recovery since 2001
- Licensed Professional Counselor with dual credentials in addiction therapy
- Integrates multiple evidence-based therapeutic modalities
- Offers both telehealth and in-person session options
- Proven track record with complex emotional and behavioral challenges
What people say
Safe & loving space
Finest therapist I've seen
Grateful for her help
Understand myself completely
Instrumental in recovery
Services
EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy helps clients process traumatic memories and reduce emotional distress. This evidence-based approach uses bilateral stimulation to reprocess negative experiences, diminishing their psychological impact. Clients benefit from reduced symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, and depression while developing healthier coping mechanisms for lasting emotional stability.
Addiction Counseling
Specialized addiction counseling addresses both the psychological and behavioral aspects of substance use disorders. Through individualized treatment plans, clients explore underlying trauma and develop relapse prevention strategies. Our approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with motivational interviewing to support sustainable recovery and improved emotional well-being for long-term sobriety.
Trauma Therapy
Trauma-focused therapy addresses the lasting effects of adverse life experiences using integrative approaches. Clients work through unresolved emotional wounds while developing grounding techniques for emotional regulation. This specialized treatment helps individuals rebuild self-esteem, restore relationships, and reclaim their lives from the impact of traumatic events.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling focuses on improving communication patterns and resolving relationship conflicts. Through structured sessions, partners develop deeper understanding and strengthen emotional connections. This therapeutic approach addresses specific relationship challenges while fostering mutual growth and creating healthier interaction patterns for lasting improvements.
Anxiety Management
Anxiety management programs teach practical techniques for regulating nervous system responses and challenging negative thought patterns. Clients learn mindfulness-based strategies to reduce physiological symptoms while developing cognitive tools for managing worry. This comprehensive approach helps individuals regain control over anxiety and improve daily functioning.
People
Bonnie L. Gertz
Licensed Professional Counselor
Bonnie L. Gertz is a licensed mental health professional with over 20 years of experience in trauma therapy and addiction recovery. She specializes in EMDR, CBT, and DBT techniques to help clients overcome emotional barriers. Her compassionate approach creates safe therapeutic spaces for personal growth and transformation.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We utilize evidence-based modalities including EMDR, CBT, DBT, and IFS therapy tailored to each client's specific needs and treatment goals.
Do you offer telehealth sessions?
Yes, we provide both telehealth and in-person therapy options to accommodate client preferences and accessibility needs.
How do I start therapy?
Contact us through our website or phone to schedule an initial consultation. We'll discuss your needs and determine the best treatment approach.
What issues do you specialize in?
Our practice specializes in trauma recovery, PTSD treatment, addiction counseling, anxiety management, and relationship therapy for individuals and couples.
Are sessions covered by insurance?
We recommend checking with your insurance provider about out-of-network mental health benefits. We provide documentation for potential reimbursement.
