EMDR THERAPY IN CARLSBAD

To Heal Trauma, Anxiety & PTSD

Are you weighed down by flashbacks or overwhelming anxiety? EMDR therapy at New Growth Counseling in Carlsbad helps you process trauma, overcome PTSD, and regain hope.

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Expert Therapy For People Who Expect Results.

Expert counseling and therapists serving Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista, Leucadia, La Costa, Encinitas, and San Diego County.

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What EMDR Therapy Can Help You With

EMDR is an evidence-based therapy that helps reprocess distressing memories so they no longer control your present. This approach can help you feel lighter, calmer, and more in control of your emotions.

Reduce anxiety and panic linked to past experiences
Break free from intrusive thoughts and flashbacks
Regain emotional stability and inner peace
Improve self-trust and confidence in relationships
Experience lasting relief from PTSD and anxiety

EMDR therapy at New Growth Counseling in Carlsbad allows your painful memories to lose their grip, and for you to embrace a healthier future.

Take the first step towards a healthier and happier life. Share your concerns with us and let's embark on a journey of growth and healing together. Schedule a free consultation today.

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When EMDR Therapy Can Help You or a Loved One

EMDR therapy helps the brain re-process trauma by using bilateral stimulation—such as guided eye movements—to reduce the emotional weight of difficult memories. If past experiences are still showing up in your body or relationships, EMDR can offer real and lasting change.

Fear or panic triggered by certain places, sounds, or reminders
Triggers that interfere with your work, relationships, or focus
Hypervigilance, panic attacks, or difficulty feeling safe in everyday life
Unexplained physical symptoms like chronic headaches, muscle tension, or restlessness
Struggling to stay present or feeling disconnected from yourself or others
Harsh inner criticism or deeply rooted negative self-beliefs tied to past trauma

If you see yourself, a loved-one or a child/teen in any of these, know that EMDR therapy at New Growth Counseling in Carlsbad can help you feel safe, grounded, and free from what’s been holding you back.

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Client Success Stories

REVIEW FROM:

Karen Mehringer

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"Jussi is an incredible therapist who is keenly intuitive and honoring of his client’s process. I trust him implicitly and highly recommend him for healing and transformation of any kind."
REVIEW FROM:

Michelle Adams

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Andrea is a special soul. Her strength is her heart and passion to help people navigate life’s struggles. She’s the first person I turn to if I need someone to talk to about something that’s troubling me. She’s a great listener and has a way of helping me navigate an issue until I find my own answer.
REVIEW FROM:

Ryan A. Jones

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I highly recommend Anne. We worked together at Sharp’s Trauma program, and I appreciate how she fosters a non-judgmental sense of safety and how her approach is tailored to each individual’s unique needs. With her energy, expertise and compassionate demeanor, Anne effectively helps clients achieve greater peace, enhance their relationships and grow their sense of self.
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Why Clients Choose New Growth for EMDR Therapy in Carlsbad

We specialize in trauma therapy, offering expert care in a safe and compassionate setting. Our team uses proven methods to promote lasting healing.

EMDR trained therapists working with ADULTS & KIDS
Customized treatment plans tailored to your needs
A supportive, judgment-free space for healing
Flexible in-person and virtual therapy options
Continual professional development to ensure best practices

Choosing New Growth Counseling in Carlsbad means receiving the highest standard of care.

What to Expect During EMDR Therapy

EMDR follows structured phases to safely process distressing experiences. Our approach ensures a secure, effective, and supportive healing process. ​

Assessment: Understanding your history and developing a treatment plan
Preparation: Teaching coping skills for emotional stability
Desensitization: Reprocessing trauma to reduce emotional distress
Installation: Replacing negative beliefs with healthier perspectives
Closure: Ensuring each session ends with a sense of progress and stability

Many clients experience reduced anxiety, improved confidence, and emotional relief after completing EMDR therapy.

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Our Team

Our team is dedicated to providing you with the help you need with the results you desire. With a combined many decades of experience in counseling and therapy, our team aims to partner with you towards a better future.

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Jussi Light

Licensed MFT

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Bryson Greaves

Licensed MFT

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Anne James

Associate MFT

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Jussi Light

Licensed MFT

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Bryson Greaves

Licensed MFT

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Anne James

Associate MFT

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Andrea Morinoue

Associate MFT

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We Are Board, Licensed Therapists & Associates

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • General Questions
  • Insurance Questions
  • Good Faith Estimate

We provide both in-person counseling in Carlsbad and secure telehealth options for maximum convenience.

Many people have insurance plans that reimburse them for payments made to out-of-network providers – New Growth is an out-of-network provider. New Growth does not accept insurance, does not bill insurance companies, nor file claims. If you decide to see one of ur therapists, you pay the fee discussed at the beginning of therapy and seek reimbursement by filing a claim directly with your insurance company. We provide a monthly “super bill” that has the necessary information for you to complete your claim.

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your mental health care may cost. Since we do not accept insurance, New Growth is required to provide an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services. You can ask your New Growth therapist for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service.

It is not possible for a psychotherapist to know, in advance, how many psychotherapy sessions may be necessary or appropriate for a given person, relationship issue, or diagnosis. Psychotherapy is talk-therapy and involves an ongoing conversation that involves the participation of one or more people for the sake of achieving a goal or goals. In relationship counseling (couples or parent-child), it is impossible for a therapist to know each person’s motivation to creating change—people in distress often feel uncertain about how they wish to proceed at times and their ambivalence affects the length of therapy. Since the therapist relies on people’s motivation and follow-through as necessary components to achieving treatment goals, the therapist cannot predict how long therapy will take. The same is true for individual counseling which often involves inner conflicts that pull a person in more than one direction at once. The therapist cannot make choices for an individual, and so relies on that individual’s free will to achieve an outcome—the therapist cannot predict how long that will take.

While the “No Surprises Act” requires a good faith estimate, the above discussion illustrates how difficult that is to provide. However, all of our therapists reveal their hourly fee before therapy begins. Your total cost of services will depend upon the number of psychotherapy sessions you attend, your individual circumstances, and the type and amount of services that are provided to you. This estimate is not a contract and does not obligate you to obtain any services from the provider(s), nor does it include any services rendered to you that are not identified here.

Good Faith Estimates are not intended to serve as a recommendation for treatment or a prediction that you may need to attend a specified number of psychotherapy visits. The number of visits that are appropriate in your case, and the estimated cost for those services, depends on your needs and what you agree to in consultation with your therapist. You are entitled to disagree with any recommendations made to you concerning your treatment and you may discontinue treatment at any time.

If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, please visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.

Can I use my insurance?

New Growth is out-of-network and does not accept insurance.

PPO plans allow you to go out-of-network and will reimburse according to your plan.

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Start Your Journey Towards Healing

Speak with our Intake Specialist

Taking the first step into therapy can feel overwhelming. Our dedicated intake specialist will listen to your needs then connect you to the right therapist.

  • We’ll get to know you and what you’re looking for.

  • You’ll receive expert guidance on the best next step.

  • No commitment required—just a conversation to help you move forward.

Address 1
3088 Pio Pico Dr.  Suite 203,  Carlsbad, CA 92008

Address 2
7946 Ivanhoe Ave, Suite 310, La Jolla, CA 92037

(760) 494-4394 (fill out the nearby form to get the quickest response)

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