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JACKIE A. CASTRO, LMFT

You’re Not Broken — You’re Carrying a Story

You might have a diagnosis like depression, anxiety, or bipolar — but what I’ve learned over 20+ years of doing this work is that these labels often point to something deeper: old wounds, unmet needs, or parts of you that had to go into hiding just to get through. That’s where healing begins — not with fixing what’s “wrong” with you, but by gently exploring what happened to you.

What It’s Like to Work With Me

Clients tell me they feel safe with me. That they can be themselves — fully. I’m warm, real, and not at all stuffy. You won’t find judgment or clinical coldness here. I meet you with curiosity, compassion, and respect. I create a shame-free space where you always feel comfortable and heard. I’m neuro-affirming, sex-positive, kink-aware, and deeply trustworthy. I’m dedicated to you and what you hope to achieve through our meetings.

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Healing Deeper with EMDR

I’m trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and certified in Complex PTSD treatment. But I don’t jump right into trauma work. First, we focus on building safety — together. We strengthen your nervous system using somatic tools, mindfulness, and Polyvagal Theory-based regulation techniques. When you're ready, EMDR helps process stuck, painful memories so they lose their emotional charge — making space for calm, clarity, and real change. 

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