EMDR | Brainspotting | Somatic Experiencing

Online Therapy for Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, + Attachment in California and New York

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Welcome! I’m Shayda

I’m so glad you’re here.

If you’re struggling with the weight of trauma, anxiety, or emotional pain, you’re not alone. You may be carrying the impact of early childhood attachment wounds, an abusive or unsafe relationship, or sexual assault— experiences that can live in the body long after they’ve ended. Many people hold this pain quietly, shaped by shame or a sense of being stuck. I know how hard it is to open up and to fear being judged or misunderstood. You don’t have to do this work alone.

My approach is holistic and trauma-informed, integrating the brain, mind, and body with curiosity, compassion, and respect for your lived experience. Most of all, I aim to be human first — creating a safe, supportive space where you can begin to feel grounded, connected, and more like yourself again.

While sharing your story with someone who truly listens is powerful and important, deep healing also involves reconnecting with your body. Our nervous system is always giving us valuable information, and our bodies hold incredible wisdom that has helped us survive painful experiences. By tuning into this inner intelligence and listening to our body’s story, we can heal, grow, and transform in meaningful ways.

With over 10 years experience, I specialize in working with adults, particularly women and survivors of sexual assault, abusive relationships, and childhood trauma. As a feminist, trauma-informed therapist, I understand how societal pressures, culture, identity, family expectations, and systems of oppression impact and shape our experiences—often in ways that are deeply rooted in historical and intergenerational trauma. Whether you’re struggling with PTSD, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, or relationship challenges, you deserve a space where you feel truly seen, valued, and understood.

Healing isn’t about “fixing” yourself, because you are not broken—it’s about reclaiming your power and reconnecting with your authentic self. I believe that all human beings hold an innate capacity for wholeness, growth, and resilience. With trust and safety as our foundation, we’ll move at your pace, guiding you toward the life you envision and deserve.

Learn more about me
EMDR Therapy
Brainspotting Therapy
Attachment Therapy
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Somatic Therapy

“I wish I could show you, when you are lonely or in darkness, the astonishing light of your own being.”

—Hafez, 14th century Persian Poet

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