Dr.Ilyssa Swartout

Ilyssa Swartout, Psy.D., founder of Growing Edges, is dedicated to helping others find within themselves a deep and lasting sense of wholeness, worth, and esteem. Dr. Swartout brings a special expertise to the field of psychology as she helps individuals through difficult periods by helping them to maximize their potential. While practicing from existential-humanistic framework, Dr. Swartout uses an effective combination of methods to help her clients achieve a harmony between the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and physical aspects of life. Her counseling philosophy is based on an existential-humanistic framework. Her therapy is not solutions-focused. It is different than standard therapies in that it is wholistic, considering the whole person and their unique life experiences. She seeks to foster her clients’ self-discovery and greater personal fulfillment. She believes that the client is the agent of change, and the therapist is a facilitator of the client’s work; that the human awareness is an evolving process. Exploring this process of becoming aware that new and fresh perspectives can be opened, giving power to realize significant life changes. **Specialties:** I specialize in helping adults heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, and the lasting effects of childhood wounds. Using EMDR, Brainspotting, DNMS, and Humanistic Therapy, I support clients in releasing pain, building self-worth, and creating meaningful change. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and deeply focused on lasting emotional growth. **Credentials & Experience:** Telehealth sessions for clients in 43 states

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