Advika Anand

Welcome!

Individuals who find Advika Anand, therapist and EMDR practitioner, are often feeling stuck—trapped in cycles of overthinking, stress, or sadness. Life may feel like sinking in quicksand, with thoughts and emotions pulling them deeper the more they struggle. Many notice recurring patterns—emotional, physical, or relational—that feel difficult to change, no matter how much effort they have made.

Advika’s approach to therapy is collaborative, trauma-informed, and rooted in both somatic and evidence-based practices. She works alongside clients to create a sense of safety, build self-awareness, and gently explore the root causes of distress at a pace that feels comfortable. Central to her process is recognizing the deep connection between mind and body.

Drawing from EMDR therapy, relational psychotherapy, mindfulness, and DBT, Advika helps clients regulate emotions, heal from past experiences, and strengthen their relationships—with themselves and others. Her work often involves processing trauma, building emotional resilience, and developing practical skills for personal growth. Advika believes that healing is a two-step process: addressing sources of distress while also equipping clients with mental and emotional tools to thrive.

How Advika Can Support You

Advika offers a warm, collaborative approach to therapy that meets clients exactly where they are. She understands that reaching out for help often comes during times of overwhelm, uncertainty, or when old patterns feel impossible to break. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or life transitions, Advika creates a safe, non-judgmental space to explore and heal.

Her work is grounded in trauma-informed care, prioritizing emotional safety and choice. Using a blend of somatic therapy, EMDR therapy, relational psychotherapy, mindfulness, and DBT, she helps clients address both the emotional and physical impacts of stress and trauma. Advika guides you in building awareness of the mind-body connection, understanding how thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations interact.

Together, you’ll explore and process root causes of distress while developing practical tools for emotional regulation, healthy communication, and resilience. Her goal is not to “fix” you, but to walk alongside you as you reconnect with your strengths and create meaningful change. With compassion and evidence-based strategies, Advika supports you in moving toward greater balance, deeper self-understanding, and a life that feels more fulfilling.

Influences:Carol Gilligan, Aliza Pressman, Bessel van der Kolk, Francine Shapiro, David Epston

Advika’s Approach

Advika believes that effective therapy is built on trust, collaboration, and a pace that feels right for each client. Her approach is trauma-informed, meaning she prioritizes emotional safety, choice, and empowerment in every session. She blends somatic therapy with evidence-based modalities such as EMDR therapy, relational psychotherapy, mindfulness, and DBT, allowing her to address both the mind and body in the healing process.

Advika works holistically, helping clients recognize patterns in thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations, and explore how these patterns are connected to past experiences. She balances gentle exploration of root causes with the development of practical tools for resilience, emotional regulation, and self-compassion.

Her style is warm, attuned, and non-judgmental, creating space for both vulnerability and growth. Whether supporting trauma recovery or personal development, Advika’s goal is to help clients feel seen, understood, and empowered to create lasting change.

Rituals: regular gratitude, feet on the grass, finding the humor, oiling my hair, dancing it out

Why Work With Advika?

Working with Advika means having a therapist who combines compassion, skill, and a deep commitment to your growth. She offers a safe, supportive space to explore challenges without judgment, guiding you toward clarity and resilience. Her integrative approach—rooted in trauma-informed care, somatic practices, and evidence-based therapies like EMDR—helps you address both past experiences and present-day struggles. Advika tailors each session to your unique needs, empowering you to build practical tools, healthier relationships, and greater self-understanding. With her guidance, therapy becomes a collaborative journey toward balance, healing, and a more fulfilling life.

Library: You're Not Listening: What You're Missing and Why It Matters (Kate Murphy), The Healing Power of Humor: Techniques for Getting Through Loss, Setbacks, Upsets, Disappointments, Difficulties, Trials, Tribulations, and All That Not-So-Funny Stuff (Allen Klein), Laughing at My Nightmare (Shane Burcaw), It’s Not OK To Feel Blue and Other Lies (Scarlett Curtis), The Body Keeps the Score (Bessel van der Kolk), What it Takes to Heal (Prentis Hemphill), Maybe you Should Talk to Someone (Lori Gottlieb), Permission to Feel (Marc Brackett)

About Advika Anand

Advika is a warm, collaborative therapist who grew up between India and the United States. Her cross-cultural upbringing and creative background shape her deep appreciation for identity, belonging, and the many ways people express themselves. Specializing in trauma recovery, EMDR therapy, and somatic practices, Advika supports individuals navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. She blends trauma-informed care, relational psychotherapy, mindfulness, and DBT to address both mind and body. With compassion and curiosity, she helps clients explore root causes, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change that feels authentic to who they are.

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