We all carry invisible burdens: the emotional weight of past pain, family expectations, and unspoken stories that shape who we become. For many women and teen girls, that weight can feel like a quiet ache that never quite goes away. Recently, I had the honor of...
Laryssa Creswell
Out-of-Network Benefits: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Use Them for Therapy
When it comes to starting therapy, most people begin with the question: “Do you take my insurance?” It’s an important question—but not the only one you should ask. Even if a therapist isn’t on your insurance company’s “in-network” list, you may still have...
Healing Trauma Through EMDR Therapy
I’m so excited to share that I was recently a guest on the Wellness Rising Podcast by the Wellness House of Annapolis! It was a true honor to talk about a therapy approach that is close to my heart and central to the healing journey of so many women and teen girls I...
How Internal Family Systems Can Help with Shame
I recently had the privilege of joining Monique Koven on The Healing Trauma Podcast, a space that aligns with my heart’s mission of helping women and teen girls find their voice and heal from the wounds of trauma. In this episode, I open up about a healing modality...
3 Ways Trauma Is Stored in the Bodies of Women and Teen Girls
Have you ever felt a knot in your stomach after a fight, or a tightness in your chest after a difficult conversation? These are just some of the ways our bodies store the echoes of trauma, even when our minds struggle to articulate the pain. Hi, I’m Dr. Laryssa...
Navigating Life Transitions With EMDR
Facing life’s toughest turns, like the loss of a loved one, the end of a marriage, or grappling with a major health diagnosis, can feel like navigating a maze with no exit. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed and lost in these moments. But there’s a guiding light through...






