Zena Caputo (she/her)

We receive countless messages about who we ‘should’ be from those around us and society. Chronic feelings of self-doubt can lead to anxiety, depression, unsatisfying relationships, distress at work, and to an exhausting sense of always needing to ‘do more’ just in order to feel like we’re enough. Our work together can help you to understand where these internal drives come from, remain connected to your value while you reach for your ambitions, and view yourself with greater compassion.

Trauma of all kinds can leave painful legacies and keep us stuck in patterns of fear or dysfunctional behaviors that hold us back from living life the way we want. Whether you’ve experienced a single, terrible event, a pattern of mistreatment or abuse, or even long-standing difficult and painful relationships with family, the impact on you doesn’t have to remain so heavy. I have found that EDMR, an evidence-based therapy, can help to take the charge out of painful memories.

I seek to create a safe, professional refuge for you to learn about your pattern of using or drinking and to explore the path to healing that feels right for you. Recognizing that substance use is unique for each person, I take an eclectic approach that incorporates decades of research from neuropsychology, mindfulness, and harm reduction. I also work with family members impacted by a loved one’s substance use, focusing on understanding addiction, connecting with resources, and coping.

My approach to supporting clients with alcohol or drug challenges is inclusive of those who may not desire or be ready to completely stop using. Sobriety may be your goal, or you may simply aim to decrease your use or have a healthier relationship with substances. While moderation may not work for everyone, we can certainly work to reduce negative impacts in your life. I also support the use of medication management (such as to reduce cravings).

I have been using EMDR to support clients in healing from a variety of adverse and traumatic life experiences for over 3 years. I incorporate parts work and advanced resourcing techniques to support clients in preparing for processing and accessing highly charged memories. I have also completed advanced training to provide EMDR via telehealth, and offer the option to rent an easy to use set of ‘remote tappers’ to bring the most of the therapeutic experience into the comfort of your home.