Colleen Johnston, LCSWR
Colleen Johnston, LCSWR specializes in:
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR Therapy)
- Emotion Regulation Skills/Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Somatic Experiencing™ techniques
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
She has expertise in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, dissociative disorders, life changes, codependency, addiction, parenting issues, LGBTQ+ issues, grief and more.
ARTICLES:
- Introduction to EMDR
- Healing After Tragedy: A Testimony
- When #MeToo Hurts too much
- "Sunflower Skills" Can Reduce Anxiety
- Thriving This Winter
- Emotional Help for Cancer Patients and Family Members
- Healing From Sexual Abuse On The Finger Lakes (Part 1)
- Healing From Sexual Abuse On The Finger Lakes (Part 2)
"I believe in the possibility and hope of change. Sometimes we feel so stuck that it seems nothing will ever get better. With a combination of therapeutic skills and my ability to connect with people on a deeper level, I have assisted many of my clients to heal from traumas or negative symptoms and improve their lives. It is my privilege to join people on their healing journeys."
Colleen Johnston, LCSWR
4816 State Rte 14a
Hall, NY 14463
(585) 748-8699
johnston.colleen@rocketmail.com
Check out my books!
The Chrysalis: A Trauma Therapist's Journey
The Chrysalis is an inspirational story of one trauma therapist's life, as well as a candid look into some of her patients' experiences in therapy. Incorporating her creative approach to helping others recover, the book encourages readers to embark on their own healing journeys and gives them specific tools to do so. The author's vulnerability in sharing her own personal struggles serves as proof that change is possible. A blend of memoir and clinical teaching, this book offers a refreshing look at how a deep connection to nature can inspire hope and healing for us all.
Jovie the Beagle and Grandpa's Empty Chair
In this children's book, the difficult topic of the dying process, hospice, and grief are told in a comforting and easy to comprehend way. The story is from the perspective of Jovie, a sweet beagle who is experiencing her grandfather's final days. Readers of all ages will benefit and be touched by this groundbreaking book.
About Me
I am a native of the Finger Lakes area. I graduated from Canandaigua Academy. I then attended SUNY at Morrisville and earned an AAS in Saddlehorse Management and Production. I went to work at a local manufacturing company and began attending St. John Fisher College simultaneously. Several years later, I earned my BS in Management and Psychology. Through a series of life experiences, I was led to continue my education at Syracuse University where I obtained a Master’s in Social Work.Prior to becoming a mental health therapist, I worked with horses and spent time working in a factory for 9 years, and started a family that I am devoted to. These “real life” experiences give me the unique ability to relate to my clients in a genuine, effective way.I have been a mental health therapist for nearly 30 years. In my practice, I incorporate a unique blend of various treatment modalities including EMDR therapy, IFS (Internal Family Systems), DBT and Somatic Experiencing™ techniques to help people stabilize and get to the root of emotional distress. My style is collaborative, as I believe each person has the power within themselves to heal. They may just need some new skills or someone to facilitate the process.
My rate is $150 for a one hour session. Payment is expected at the time of service.Some insurance plans cover a portion of the fee for out of network providers. This is the responsibility of the client to submit any documentation to their insurance for reimbursement.
Upon request, I provide superbills which include all of the necessary information for clients to submit. HSA cards can be used for mental health therapy as well.
I also offer consultation services for people who are looking for information on a specific topic, such as dissociation or my experience treating people with DID.
My rate for a consultation session is $100. These are typically virtual meetings. Payment for consultations are sent via mobile app. More information will be sent upon initial contact.
For inquiries, please contact:
johnston.colleen@rocketmail.com
or
(585) 748-8699
