Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trauma-Informed Therapy for Lasting Healing
At Authenticity Associates, we provide trauma-informed counseling and coaching grounded in compassion, presence, and deep respect for each person's unique healing journey. Founded by Hilary Stokes, PhD, and Kim Ward, PhD, our practice combines over 25 years of experience with advanced mind-body methodologies to address trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational challenges. Our holistic approach integrates Brainspotting, EMDR, somatic therapy, and mindfulness to access and resolve emotional pain stored in the nervous system. We prioritize nervous system regulation and embodied awareness, helping clients reconnect with their innate capacity for healing and resilience. Our team holds more than 20 certifications in trauma-informed modalities, including biofeedback, breathwork, and energy psychology, ensuring personalized care that addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions.We specialize in treating individuals who have not found lasting relief through traditional talk therapy, offering a compassionate space to explore developmental trauma, PTSD, chronic pain, and self-sabotaging patterns. With a foundation in transpersonal psychology and extensive experience in integrative medical settings, we combine scientific rigor with practical tools for lasting transformation. Our commitment to client-centered care is reflected in our flexible session formats, including in-person, Zoom, and FaceTime options, as well as evidence-based programs like our 6-step Manifesting Mindset strategy. We maintain the highest professional standards, continuously advancing our expertise through specialized training in attachment-focused EMDR and somatic therapies to deliver cutting-edge, results-driven support.
Services
Brainspotting Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Somatic Therapy
Enneagram Coaching
Online Counseling
Mindfulness Training
Trauma Recovery
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Counseling
Attachment Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of combined experience in trauma-informed mind-body therapies.
- Our therapists hold 20+ certifications in advanced modalities like Brainspotting and EMDR.
- We specialize in resolving complex trauma and PTSD through nervous system regulation.
- We provide evidence-based online therapy accessible nationwide via Zoom.
- Our approach integrates scientific research with personalized, client-centered care.
What people say
Compassionate clarity
Effective tools
Positive difference
Nervous system regulation
Lasting transformation
Services
Brainspotting Therapy
Brainspotting accesses subcortical trauma storage through eye positioning and somatic awareness. This brain-body therapy reprocesses PTSD, anxiety, and developmental trauma by releasing stored emotional energy. Bilateral stimulation and compassionate attunement help clients achieve nervous system regulation and lasting emotional resilience through 40-60 word count.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR uses bilateral stimulation to reprocess distressing memories and reduce emotional reactivity. This evidence-based approach treats PTSD, anxiety, and trauma by stimulating the brain's natural healing mechanisms. Sessions focus on traumatic memory integration while maintaining present-moment awareness within 40-60 word count.
Somatic Therapy
Somatic therapy connects clients to bodily sensations for emotional release and regulation. Through breathwork and mindful movement, clients learn to identify and resolve physical manifestations of stress and trauma. This approach builds body-mind awareness to support emotional healing within 40-60 word count.
Enneagram Coaching
Enneagram coaching uses nine personality types to enhance self-awareness and personal growth. Clients gain insights into behavioral patterns, relationship dynamics, and growth pathways through this ancient typology system within 40-60 word count.
Online Counseling
Secure video sessions provide accessible mental health support nationwide. Online counseling maintains therapeutic effectiveness through HIPAA-compliant platforms while offering flexibility for clients' scheduling needs within 40-60 word count.
People
Hilary Stokes
Licensed Psychotherapist
Dr. Hilary Stokes specializes in trauma recovery and mind-body healing with 25+ years experience. She holds a PhD in transpersonal psychology and certifications in Brainspotting, EMDR, and somatic therapy. Her expertise includes treating PTSD, anxiety, and relationship challenges through integrative approaches.
Kim Ward
Licensed Psychotherapist
Dr. Kim Ward focuses on trauma transformation and personal growth with extensive training in holistic modalities. She holds a PhD in transpersonal psychology and specializes in Brainspotting, energy psychology, and attachment-based therapies for emotional healing.
Questions
What is Brainspotting therapy?
Brainspotting is a brain-body therapy that processes trauma by identifying eye positions linked to stored emotional distress, enabling deep nervous system healing through mindful attunement.
How does EMDR work?
EMDR uses bilateral stimulation to reprocess traumatic memories, reducing emotional intensity by activating the brain's natural healing mechanisms during structured therapy sessions.
Can online therapy be effective?
Yes, our secure video sessions deliver the same therapeutic effectiveness as in-person meetings, with added flexibility and accessibility for clients nationwide.
What issues do you treat?
We specialize in trauma recovery, PTSD, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and relationship challenges using evidence-based mind-body therapeutic approaches.
Are sessions covered by insurance?
We provide superbill receipts for potential insurance reimbursement, though we don't directly bill insurance companies to maintain client confidentiality and treatment flexibility.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide a 25-minute complimentary consultation to discuss your needs and determine if our therapeutic approach aligns with your healing goals.
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