EMDR for Trauma in Pasadena
JOHN ALLAN WHITACRE, AMFT
Finally Heal Trauma with EMDR Therapy
I offer EMDR therapy in Pasadena to help you process trauma and find peace.
Trauma can feel like a shadow that follows you everywhere. You try to move forward, but the past keeps pulling you back. It isn’t just the memories that bother you, it’s the beliefs you hold because of the memories that leave you feeling helpless.
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to stay in that place. You deserve to feel safe, whole, and free. I can help you process those lingering wounds and move toward lasting peace.
I use EMDR therapy to help individuals heal from traumatic experiences and reduce emotional distress. EMDR is a structured, evidence-based method that helps the brain reprocess painful memories so they no longer carry the same emotional charge.
I’ll guide you through EMDR, a structured process that has been shown to help people overcome trauma, anxiety, and more. EMDR involves 3 phases of treatment that help move you resolve the traumatic experience. The process can be difficult, yet the end result will give you relief and peace. You’ll be able safely reprocess painful memories, release their hold, and reclaim your sense of self.
Now is the time to heal. Reach out today to schedule a call and take the first step toward the peace you deserve.
John Allan Whitacre, AMFT
Supervised by Dr. Connor McClenahan, PSY30369
How EMDR Therapy Works
Plan
The first step in EMDR is to learn about your history and some of the painful memories you are hanging onto. Additionally, we will learn about how distressing memories have shaped your beliefs about yourself and the world.
Reprocess
In the next sessions, we'll engage the difficult memory or experience in a safe way using a technique called bilateral stimulation. Bilateral stimulation is a type of somatic exercise which helps integrate the mind through either tapping or eye movement in a right-to-left pattern. The aim is to help the mind process the memory and reduce the strength of fear response associated with the memory.
Implement
After reprocessing, you'll discover new, positive beliefs that feel more true and helpful. I’ll guide you in applying these new perspectives to your present life so things are more manageable. We’ll check in on recently processed memories and identify new targets to continue your healing journey.
Do you feel stuck in the past? John Allan Whitacre, AMFT explores how EMDR therapy can help you break free from trauma’s grip. Many people don’t realize how unprocessed memories affect their daily lives, keeping them in cycles of stress or avoidance. John Allan shares practical insights on how EMDR can help you face those memories safely, reduce their power, and restore your sense of calm. If you’re ready to move forward, this can help you reclaim your life.
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How much do sessions cost?
My fee is $175/session for 45-minute individual EMDR sessions, $200 for 60-minute extended sessions. I occasionally can accommodate sliding scale appointments. I offer super bills for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Call our care coordinator with any questions about fee.
What kinds of problems do you help with?
I use EMDR to help individuals process trauma, anxiety, and PTSD. I also support those with depression and neurodevelopmental disorders like ADHD and ASD. My goal is to create a space where clients can heal and feel more connected to themselves.
What's your training?
I hold a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fuller Theological Seminary where I received training in couples therapy. I have post-graduate training in EMDR therapy, which helps people with emotional trauma create meaning and learn to process difficult traumatic experiences.
Located in Pasadena
I practice at 595 E. Colorado Blvd Suite 629, Pasadena CA 91101. Parking can be found on the street or in one of several parking garages nearby.