Business Details
44 Years
experience
Craig Penner
Since 1982, I have dedicated my practice to helping individuals navigate complex emotional and psychological challenges through a unique integration of somatic therapy and EMDR. My approach prioritizes the body's innate capacity for healing, focusing on present-moment awareness and natural processing of trauma. With over four decades of experience, I have developed specialized methodologies like Natural Processing, which combine bilateral stimulation with somatic engagement to address both acute and developmental trauma.My work extends to training fellow therapists globally, offering in-depth programs that emphasize practical application and personalized feedback. Grounded in certifications from the EMDR International Association and Somatic Experiencing, my practice remains committed to advancing therapeutic efficacy through evidence-based, body-centered approaches.
Services
Individual Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Couples Therapy
Trauma Resolution
Professional Consultation
Somatic Training Programs
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of clinical experience since 1982
- Certified EMDR Therapist and Consultant
- Developed evidence-based Natural Processing methodology
- Offers specialized trauma resolution training programs
- Combines somatic therapy with neuroscience principles
Associations and certifications
- EMDR International Association
- Somatic Experiencing Practitioner
What people say
Effective trauma resolution
Improved emotional regulation
Transformative relationship insights
Personalized treatment approach
Experienced professional guidance
Services
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy utilizes bilateral stimulation to help process traumatic memories. This evidence-based approach reduces emotional distress by activating the brain's natural healing mechanisms. Clients experience improved emotional regulation and resolution of traumatic experiences through structured 90-minute sessions.
Somatic Therapy
Process-oriented somatic therapy integrates body awareness with psychological processing. By tracking physical sensations and nervous system responses, this approach resolves chronic tension patterns and emotional blockages. Sessions focus on present-moment experience to facilitate natural completion of incomplete stress responses.
Professional Training
Natural Processing trainings offer advanced education for mental health professionals. Six-day intensive programs combine didactic instruction with experiential learning, covering EMDR integration, developmental trauma treatment, and somatic processing techniques. Participants receive personalized feedback and CE credits.
Couples Therapy
Specialized couples therapy addresses relational dynamics through somatic awareness. Sessions help partners navigate emotional reactivity and attachment patterns by exploring present-moment bodily experiences. The approach fosters deeper connection through understanding and resolving trauma-based relationship patterns.
Trauma Consultation
Individual and group consultation services support therapists working with complex trauma cases. Drawing on 40+ years of clinical experience, consultation combines EMDR principles with somatic processing techniques to enhance therapeutic effectiveness and prevent professional burnout through structured Zoom sessions.
People
Craig Penner
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Licensed since 1982, Craig specializes in somatic psychotherapy and EMDR. Developer of Natural Processing methodology, he trains therapists internationally and maintains a private practice in Cambria, CA.
Questions
What types of therapy do you specialize in?
I specialize in EMDR therapy, somatic psychotherapy, and process-oriented approaches for trauma resolution, anxiety, depression, and relational dynamics since 1982.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, I provide effective telehealth sessions via Zoom with the same therapeutic quality as in-person meetings, available for clients nationwide.
What are your professional credentials?
I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (CA #MFC17516, CO #119) since 1982, EMDR International Association Certified Therapist, and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.
How long are therapy sessions?
Individual sessions typically last 90 minutes to allow thorough processing, while child therapy sessions are 60 minutes for optimal therapeutic effectiveness.
Do you provide professional training programs?
Yes, I offer six advanced training programs in Natural Processing combining EMDR and somatic therapy, with CE credits available both online and in-person.
What makes your approach unique?
My approach uniquely integrates bilateral stimulation with somatic awareness to access the body's natural healing processes, addressing both psychological and physiological aspects of trauma.
