Stephanie Rich, LPC, LADC 
             Counseling and Consulting

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is widely recognized as the gold standard treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) . Decades of research consistently show that ERP is the most effective, evidence-based approach for reducing OCD symptoms and improving quality of life. While ERP can feel intimidating at first, it is also one of the most empowering therapeutic experiences many individuals ever experience. Why ERP Works OCD is maintained by a cycle of intrusive th

When people come to therapy, they’re often searching for relief and for more than just “talking about it.” They want to feel different, emotionally regulated, connected, and comfortable in their own skin. That’s where the integration of attachment science and neuroscience becomes a powerful tool. Understanding the Two Sides of the Coin Attachment science looks at how early relationships shape the way we see ourselves, how safe we feel with others, and how we regulate emot

When life feels demanding, our brains and bodies often carry the weight and stress piles up, focus slips, and old patterns get in the way of moving forward. This could be at work, school, sports, or creative pursuits, these pressures can leave us feeling stuck or disconnected from our potential. My Performance Counseling method uses brain-based approaches to help you work through those blocks. By engaging the nervous system directly, this process allows you to manage stress

Trauma doesn't have to come from a single life event. Sometimes it can look like being overwhelmed and not having the support you need. It could come from moments that your body went into survival mode. And even though the incidents or moments pass by, the imprint of it can last. It can live in your nervous system. Sometimes it shows up as anxiety that doesn't make any sense. Or as tension in your body that won't go away. Sometimes it can be a feeling that you have to be on g

Simple science based healing that goes deeper than words When people hear the word Brainspotting , they often raise an eyebrow. “Is that some kind of weird therapy?” “Do I have to stare at something for an hour?” "Is it like meditation?" The answer is: Brainspotting is a powerful, brain-based therapy that helps you access and process the things talk therapy can’t always reach, especially trauma, anxiety, emotional blocks, and performance issues. What Is Brainspotting? Brainsp