Ives Counseling Services, PLLC

05/06/2025

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐮𝐦𝐚 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐌𝐃𝐑 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲
At Durand & Associates, we're committed to providing effective and compassionate care to individuals seeking healing from trauma. One of the specialized therapies we offer is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐌𝐃𝐑?
EMDR is a research-backed therapy approach that helps individuals process and integrate traumatic memories, reducing their distressing effects. By using bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements or tapping, EMDR can help:
▪️Reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
▪️Alleviate anxiety and depression
▪️Improve emotional regulation
▪️Enhance overall well-being

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐄𝐌𝐃𝐑 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤?
EMDR helps the brain reprocess traumatic memories, allowing the individual to:
▪️Reduce the vividness and distress associated with traumatic memories
▪️Develop new, more adaptive perspectives on the traumatic experience
▪️Integrate the traumatic memory into their narrative in a more cohesive way

𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐄𝐌𝐃𝐑 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 & 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬
Our team includes certified EMDR therapists who have undergone extensive training and have experience working with clients with trauma. We're dedicated to creating a safe, supportive environment for you to explore your experiences and work towards healing.

𝐈𝐬 𝐄𝐌𝐃𝐑 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮?
If you're struggling with trauma, anxiety, or depression, EMDR may be a beneficial therapy approach for you. Our certified EMDR therapists at Durand & Associates would be happy to discuss whether EMDR is a good fit for your specific needs.

𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠
Contact us today to learn more about EMDR therapy and how our certified therapists can support you on your journey towards healing and recovery.

𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥
𝟕𝟎𝟏-𝟑𝟒𝟕-𝟏𝟒𝟏𝟔

Durand & Associates
🌿Empowering minds, Enriching Lives

03/11/2025

So excited to be contracting with Durand & Associates!

Durand & Associates would like to welcome Heather Ives to our practice!

Heather is a Licensed Master Social Worker with eight years of experience. Heather retired from the United States Air Force in 2014 and went on to graduate from Minot State University in 2016 with a Bachelor of Social Work. In 2018, Heather graduated from Walden University with a Master of Social Work, Advanced Clinical Practice. Heather specializes in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, providing compassionate and evidence- based treatment for individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, PTSD, and other complex emotional challenges. With a focus on empowering clients to heal from past experiences. She utilizes EMDR to facilitate the processing of traumatic memories, promoting lasting positive change. Heather is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where clients can explore their experiences and develop coping mechanisms for improved well-being.

Heather is accepting new clients for telehealth services. She accepts BlueCross BlueShield, Sanford insurance and self paying clients at this time. If you would like to schedule with Heather please follow the bellow link or give us a call at 701-347-1416.

07/25/2024

While it may look like you go from 0-100 instantaneously, what is misunderstood is that you were never at 0. There is no 0. You're running beyond 100 and trying to keep it all under control.

So are you 'over reacting' to something innocuous? Something small? Something seemingly insignificant?
No. You are running far beyond capacity. You are reacting to everything. All at once. And most of it is neither insignificant, innocuous nor trivial. Those are the bits no one sees, because you hide them so well.

07/25/2024