Turn Your Patterns of Protection Into Patterns of Connection

Understanding the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)

Sympathetic Nervous System (SNS)

This is the part of the ANS that is responsible for mobilization responses (e.g., taking a walk, completing a homework assignment). If safety is threatened, the "fight-or-flight" response causes the body to undergo a series of physiological changes, including increased heart rate, dilated pupils, rapid breathing, sweating, and the release of glucose into the bloodstream, all aimed at providing immediate energy to react to danger.
Parasympathetic (PSNS) Ventral Vagal Complex

This is the part of the ANS that is responsible for social engagement, feelings of calm, connection, and safety. If the VVC goes into shutdown or becomes suppressed, there is a decreased ability to interact socially, potentially manifesting as withdrawal, dissociation, or a feeling of being "checked out" due to an overwhelming sense of threat or stress; essentially, the body shifts from a relaxed state to a more defensive posture.
Parasympathetic (PSNS) Dorsal Vagal Complex

This part of the ANS is responsible for immobilization responses. In extreme situations when safety is threatened, “freeze” or collapse responses are initiated. The body shifts its priorities to protection. Pain signals are reduced lowering both arousal levels and mobility which can cause people to feel tired, numb, and disconnected from the world and their own emotions. It can also cause dizziness, fatigue, depression, or irritability.

Our Services

50 minute sessions are standard for weekly sessions to work together.
Private Pay $165
80 minute sessions are great for EMDR and other modalities that can require additional time for integration or processing. Additionally, 80 minute sessions are recommended for Couples work. Working with two people requires additional time and different skills for clarity of communication, integration, or processing. If you’d like a 80 minute session please request with me directly.
Private Pay $250

EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing
DBT: Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness
CBT: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Harm Reduction
Holistic therapies: Art therapy, Meditation, and Sound therapy.
Somatic Experience and Therapeutic Touch Work [Eye of the Needle (Near Death Experiences) & Kathy Kain’s Virtual Somatic Practice Touch Skills]
BSP: Brainspotting
Tension & Trauma Release Exercise (TRE) Psychoeducation
Post Induction Therapy [Attachment Styles and Family Dynamics]
EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing
DBT: Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills
Sexuality/Sex Therapy
IITAP & Dr. Patrick Carnes
Sex Addiction 30 Task Model
Additional Applications of IITAP Tasks
- Financial Disorders
- Gaming and Technology
- Eating Disorders

Virtual sessions are hosted through Simple Practice which is a HIPAA compliant electronic health record (EHR).
Currently, Inner eye Counseling is utilizing shared/sublet office space. Thus, in-person sessions are offered at two different locations in Tempe AZ. The in-person session location depends on the type of desired services and office availability.