Francine (Dr. Fran) Kleinpaste

I am an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) clinician In PA and FL. EMDR is an evidence-based psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences. Repeated studies show that by using EMDR therapy, people can experience the benefits of psychotherapy that once took years to make a difference in a fraction of the time. It is widely assumed that severe emotional pain requires a long time to heal. EMDR therapy shows that the mind can in fact heal from psychological trauma much in the same way as the body recovers from physical trauma. EMDR has been successfully applied for the treatment of other mental health problems beyond PTSD, as well as somatic symptoms, and many people find that it aids in performance enhancement and can lead to greater general well-being. I have extensive history working with those impacted by sexual abuse and domestic violence. I am the first licensed behavior specialist in the state of Pennsylvania. I am trained to sit with difficult material, so you don’t have to worry about burdening me with your problems. No subject is off-limits, or “too much,” to be discussed in session. I have worked with those in the LGBT and alternative lifestyle communities. Unlike chatting with a friend or family member, our time together is designed to be focused solely on you, and everything you share is kept confidential.