Business Details
Trauma-Informed Therapy and Group Counseling in Austin
I am a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of experience in trauma-informed therapy, specializing in helping adults overcome complex trauma, attachment wounds, and emotional patterns that hinder their quality of life. My practice integrates somatic healing, group therapy, and evidence-based modalities like EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to address the root causes of distress rather than surface symptoms. With a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Fuller Graduate School of Psychology and advanced training in somatic psychotherapy, I bring both academic rigor and practical expertise to my work.My approach emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as a catalyst for change, creating a safe space for clients to explore their stories, challenge limiting beliefs, and develop healthier relational patterns. I am committed to ethical practice, continuous professional development, and client-centered care that prioritizes long-term healing over quick fixes.
Services
Trauma Therapy
Group Therapy
EMDR
IFS (Internal Family Systems)
Somatic Experiencing
Attachment Therapy
Postpartum Support
Birth Trauma Counseling
Relationship Issues
Depression and Anxiety Treatment
Highlights and features
- We offer trauma-informed, depth-oriented therapy that integrates somatic healing and evidence-based approaches.
- Certified Group Psychotherapist with advanced training in EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
- Specialized in treating complex trauma, attachment wounds, and postpartum mood disorders.
- Combines 15+ years of clinical experience with a relational, client-centered therapeutic approach.
- Provides both in-person and online therapy across PSYPACT states for greater accessibility.
Associations and certifications
- EMDR International Association
- International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation
- American Psychological Association
Services
Trauma Therapy
Specialized trauma therapy addresses complex trauma, attachment wounds, and emotional patterns through evidence-based modalities like EMDR and Somatic Experiencing. This service helps clients process unresolved experiences, regulate nervous system responses, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. The approach integrates mind-body connections to resolve chronic self-reliance and relationship challenges.
Group Therapy
Trauma-informed process groups create a safe space for 8-10 adults to practice vulnerability, receive feedback, and develop new relational patterns. Participants explore emotional responses in real-time, unlearn isolation behaviors, and build authentic connections under guided facilitation. Both in-person and online options are available across PSYPACT states.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy processes traumatic memories through bilateral stimulation, helping clients release toxic beliefs and emotions associated with past experiences. This evidence-based approach resolves lingering effects of childhood trauma, religious conditioning, and birth-related trauma by reprocessing distressing memories into adaptive resolutions.
Somatic Experiencing
Somatic Experiencing restores nervous system regulation by addressing trauma stored in the body. This approach helps clients develop awareness of physical sensations, release chronic tension patterns, and rebuild resilience to stress triggers through gentle, guided exploration of bodily experiences.
Attachment Therapy
Attachment-focused therapy explores how early relational experiences shape current relationship dynamics. Through depth-oriented exploration, clients identify and transform unconscious patterns stemming from emotional neglect, religious trauma, or disrupted bonding experiences, fostering healthier interpersonal connections and self-acceptance.
People
Christy Reeder
Trauma Psychologist
Dr. Christy Reeder is a licensed psychologist with 15+ years of experience in trauma therapy, specializing in complex trauma and attachment wounds. She integrates EMDR, IFS, and somatic psychotherapy to help adults overcome emotional patterns rooted in early experiences while maintaining a relational, client-centered approach.
Questions
What types of therapy do you specialize in?
I specialize in trauma-informed therapy using EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing, and group psychotherapy to address complex trauma, attachment wounds, and emotional regulation challenges.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, I provide online therapy across all PSYPACT states for clients who prefer virtual sessions or live outside the Austin area.
What is your approach to group therapy?
My trauma-informed process groups focus on real-time relational healing, helping participants practice vulnerability, receive feedback, and develop new relational patterns in a safe, guided environment.
How do you handle initial consultations?
I offer complimentary 15-minute consultation sessions to discuss your needs, answer questions, and determine if my practice is a good fit for your therapeutic goals.
What populations do you work with?
I primarily work with adults recovering from developmental trauma, religious trauma, postpartum mood disorders, birth trauma, and relationship challenges that impact their emotional well-being.
