Deepening Intimacy in Psychotherapy

Sayun Scotton, MFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist with a passion for holistic psychotherapy. As a certified EMDR and IFS therapist, she specializes in working with adult individuals, couples, and families to address a wide range of emotional, psychological, and trauma-related challenges.

My Approach

Sayun's approach to therapy is holistic, encompassing traditional talk therapy with somatic and mindfulness-based modalities. She draws on a variety of therapeutic models, including IFS, Focusing, Hakomi, Gestalt, Yoga, EMDR, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. Her goal is to help clients cultivate a deeper understanding of themselves and their struggles, and to discover new perspectives and coping mechanisms to overcome obstacles.

Services

Sayun offers a range of services, including:

Body/Mind Psychotherapy: Integrates traditional talk therapy with somatic and mindfulness-based approaches to address depression, anxiety, trauma, and attachment issues.

Trauma Therapy: Utilizes evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, IFS, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to address the root causes of trauma and promote healing and resilience.

Couples Counseling: Works with couples to strengthen relationships, address communication and conflict resolution, and promote deeper intimacy and connection.

Cross-cultural Counseling: Draws on her own diverse cultural background and experiences to provide culturally sensitive and nuanced therapy for individuals and families.

What is EMDR?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful therapy approach that helps individuals process and integrate traumatic memories, reducing the associated distress and symptoms.

Voice Dialogue

Voice Dialogue is a therapeutic approach that helps individuals connect with their inner wisdom and access new perspectives and choices.

Specializations

Sayun's specializations include:

EMDR and trauma therapy
Body-oriented psychotherapy
Mindfulness-based approaches
Cross-cultural counseling
Couples therapy
Trauma and resilience work

Education and Training

Sayun has completed extensive education and training in the fields of counseling psychology, somatic studies, and mindfulness practices. She holds a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from John F. Kennedy University and has completed training in various modalities, including IFS, EMDR, and Experiential Hakomi Psychotherapy.

Professional Affiliations

Sayun is an active member of professional organizations such as the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, the International EMDR Association, and the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.

My Holistic Approach

Sayun's holistic approach to therapy is rooted in the understanding that transformation and healing are ultimately up to the individual. Her goal is to help clients discover their inner wisdom, cultivate self-acceptance, and reconnect with their core selves.