Isabelle Johansen

I believe that the therapeutic process of psychotherapy is about personal growth. It is about letting go of limiting thoughts, emotions, or/and survival behaviors that do not serve you, so that you can live more autonomously and harmoniously. Through the exploration of your experiences, problems, and conflicts, as well as your hopes and goals, positive changes may take place.

The heart of my work as a psychotherapist is to help you become the version of yourself that you seek to become, through a counseling treatment that is effective for you. I provide a holistic and systemic approach to therapy that benefits from over 17 years of experience as a mindfulness coach. I am multiculturally aware, accepting of one’s unique identity, and committed to offering a safe, nurturing, and validating space for your self-exploration, personal growth, and healing.

I’m trained in a specialized therapy called Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), derived from Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). ART uses bilateral stimulation, like back-and-forth eye movements or tapping, to help clients quickly reprocess and resolve distressing memories and symptoms. This approach is particularly effective for addressing the emotional impact of trauma and has been shown to reduce triggers, intrusive thoughts, and nightmares. Many clients experience significant relief from PTSD, Complex PTSD, anxiety, OCD, phobias, and more—often in just one session. If you’re struggling with any of these concerns, ART could provide the lasting solution you’ve been seeking.

Originally from Paris, France, I have lived the past 20 years in the US with my three children and husband. I enjoy traveling, hiking with my Australian Shepard, and country dancing!