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Trusted Trauma Therapy & EMDR Specialist in California
With over three decades of experience in clinical psychology, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals navigate complex mental health challenges. My practice focuses on trauma resolution through EMDR therapy, a specialized approach I have mastered as an EMDRIA Approved Consultant. Having worked in diverse settingsfrom high-risk adolescent programs to acute care facilitiesI bring deep expertise in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance abuse.My academic background includes graduate-level teaching in ethics and psychopathology, and I have held leadership roles in professional associations like the Orange County Psychological Association. I prioritize evidence-based practices while maintaining a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy.
Services
EMDR Therapy
Trauma Counseling
Anxiety & Depression Treatment
PTSD Support
Grief Counseling
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of clinical experience in trauma and mental health
- EMDRIA-certified consultant with specialized EMDR expertise
- Graduate-level teaching background in psychology and ethics
- Leadership roles in professional psychological associations
- Personalized, evidence-based treatment for complex mental health issues
Associations and certifications
- EMDRIA (EMDR International Association)
Services
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy addresses traumatic memories through structured protocols. This evidence-based approach helps clients process distressing experiences, reducing their lingering emotional impact. Ideal for PTSD, anxiety, and complex trauma, EMDR fosters lasting healing by reprocessing negative beliefs linked to past events.
Anxiety & Depression
Specialized treatment for anxiety and depression combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with compassionate support. Tailored interventions target symptoms like persistent worry, mood instability, and motivation loss. Clients gain practical tools to manage daily stressors and reclaim emotional balance through personalized therapy plans.
PTSD Support
Comprehensive PTSD care addresses symptoms stemming from violence, loss, or chronic stress. Using trauma-informed methods, therapy focuses on safety, stabilization, and narrative reconstruction. Clients develop coping strategies to mitigate flashbacks, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness while rebuilding trust in relationships and environments.
Grief Counseling
Grief counseling navigates complicated bereavement, including traumatic loss like child homicide. Therapy honors individual mourning processes while addressing stalled or overwhelming grief. Clients explore emotional expression, memorialization, and reintegration into daily life through empathetic, non-judgmental guidance.
Substance Abuse Recovery
Integrated recovery programs address substance use intertwined with mental health challenges. Therapy explores root causes like trauma or co-occurring disorders while building relapse prevention skills. A holistic approach combines behavioral modification, support systems, and coping mechanisms for sustainable sobriety and emotional wellness.
People
Tiffany Crawshaw Psy D
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Crawshaw is a California-licensed psychologist with 30+ years of clinical experience. She specializes in trauma therapy, EMDR, and mental health treatment for anxiety, depression, and addiction. Her academic background includes graduate teaching in ethics and psychopathology.
Questions
What is EMDR therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy for trauma. It helps reprocess distressing memories using bilateral stimulation, reducing their emotional impact and fostering adaptive resolution.
Do you specialize in trauma treatment?
Yes, I focus on trauma resolution using EMDR and have 15+ years of private practice experience treating PTSD, childhood trauma, and complex grief.
Are you EMDRIA-certified?
I am an EMDRIA (EMDR International Association) Approved Consultant, ensuring adherence to the highest standards in EMDR therapy delivery and professional training.
What mental health issues do you treat?
I specialize in anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance abuse recovery, dissociation, and grief. My approach integrates trauma-informed care with evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
What credentials do you hold?
I hold a Doctorate of Psychology (CSPP, 2008), a Master of Arts in Psychology (1998), and have held leadership roles in the Orange County Psychological Association and California Psychological Association.
