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As a dual-certified practitioner, I uniquely understand the client's mind and body....
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As a dual-certified practitioner, I uniquely understand the client's mind and body.
Sheri McAfee-Garner is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 3 years of experience in mental health care. Sheri works with individuals of all ages and is passionate about guiding clients toward emotional wellness through compassionate, client-centered care. Her clinical approach emphasizes treating the whole person and fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
Sheri earned a Master’s of Nursing from Carlow College and a Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Robert Morris University. Her training as a Family Nurse Practitioner and certification as a PMHNP allow her to provide comprehensive, integrated care. She is skilled in treating a range of mental health concerns using a holistic and evidence-based approach.
Sheri’s journey into mental health care was shaped by her personal and academic growth. Her lived experiences and clinical insight fuel her passion for helping others heal. She believes that when one suffers, it is felt by many, and that meaningful, connected care can create powerful change. Reach out to schedule an appointment today.
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Are you tired of of dragging your feet because of lack of motivation and interest in doing some of the things that you love to do?...
Are you tired of of dragging your feet because of lack of motivation and interest in doing some of the things that you love to do?
Eric Neba is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience working in the field of Psychiatry. He is very passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults. Eric has strong clinical skills with an ability to build rapport with both patients and their families making them an integral part of their treatment.
Eric studied nursing at Neumann University in Aston, PA, and graduated with an MSN, PMHNP from Walden University. He also holds an MA degree in Sociology and Anthropology from the University of Yaoundé I. He follows evidence-based practices combined with his vast clinical experience, personal observation, and intuition to provide quality care to his patients.
Eric Neba has devoted much of his nursing career to working with mentally ill patients. The cornerstone of his outpatient practice is a focus on consultation and medication management using evidence-based tools that have been shown to work in the management of different psychiatric conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders, anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), phobias, ADHD, and many other mental health disorders.
"Making that decision to seek help is often a very difficult one which often takes courage and that extra muscle in your heart to do so. Don`t sit back and wait," says Eric. "We are here to work with you every step of the way towards your recovery and taking back your life. You are just a phone call or a click away from help."
I deeply understand the impact of painful life events. I believe in the power of learning new skills to help us regain stability, ...
I deeply understand the impact of painful life events. I believe in the power of learning new skills to help us regain stability, confidence, and hope.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 30 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s most difficult transitions. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relational conflict while developing greater emotional awareness, resilience, and connection. My approach is compassionate, client-centered, and grounded in evidence-based practices that promote personal growth, healing, and long-term positive change.
I earned my Doctorate in Counseling from Wilmington University. I use integrative therapeutic approaches that include cognitive-behavioral and trauma-informed practices to help clients identify barriers, shift unhelpful patterns, and create meaningful, lasting transformation.
You deserve support, healing, and a safe space to feel understood. Whether you’re seeking clarity, emotional balance, or stronger relationships, I’m here to walk beside you. Together, we’ll explore your goals, build resilience, and work toward lasting change. When you’re ready, I invite you to take the next step toward your healing journey.
As a licensed clinical social worker, I help clients feel heard, understood, and supported as they navigate life's challenges and ...
As a licensed clinical social worker, I help clients feel heard, understood, and supported as they navigate life's challenges and discover their strengths.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 8 years of experience helping children, teens, and adults navigate life’s challenges and discover their strengths along the way. I believe that everyone has the capacity to grow and heal, and my goal is to create a space where you feel seen, supported, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and person-centered, focusing on what’s already working for you while introducing new tools to help you move forward at your own pace.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Delaware State University. I integrate various therapeutic approaches tailored to each client’s unique needs, often incorporating cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies to promote healing, balance, and emotional resilience.
In our sessions, you can expect warmth, curiosity, and collaboration. I work to help you build on your strengths and create practical strategies for the change you want in your life. Together, we will focus on fostering growth, insight, and empowerment as you move toward your goals with confidence and clarity.
I am a dual board-certified nurse practitioner. I provide comprehensive care to patients with complex mental health disorders....
I am a dual board-certified nurse practitioner. I provide comprehensive care to patients with complex mental health disorders.
Darrin Gooding is a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 9 years of experience in the healthcare industry. He is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered, and evidence-based care using his skills and knowledge as a mental health nurse practitioner.
Darrin Completed his Master’s in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner at George Washington University and a earned post-master’s certificate as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Liberty University. He is a veteran of the Army and is a military spouse. He uses a warm, evidence-based approach to optimize medication management.
Finding the right combination of treatment for mental health can be difficult. Darrin specializes in a patient-centered approach that incorporates evidence-based practice and patient experience. If you are ready for comprehensive medication management, book with Darrin today!
Lauren Emhe is a Licensed Clinical Social worker in the state of Delaware, experienced in providing individual and family therapy ...
Lauren Emhe is a Licensed Clinical Social worker in the state of Delaware, experienced in providing individual and family therapy services to adults, children, and adolescents dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationship dynamic challenges. She completed her Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from the University of Delaware and received her Masters in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania.
Lauren utilizes therapeutic tools from cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, narrative and motivational modalities with empowerment and mindfulness based practice perspectives to help individuals and families struggling to cope to have happy and successful lives.
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Everyone's experience is unique and no two people are exactly the same. With care and compassion, Lauren listens to her client to gain a full understanding of them as an individual. Lauren's training and varied therapeutic experience with families and individuals of all ages enable her to guide each client on their path to mental health wellness.
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Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a specialized psychotherapeutic approach that focuses on assisting individuals in processing traumatic memories, diminishing their emotional intensity, and facilitating the integration of the traumatic experience into their past, enabling them to progress in their lives. This process follows four steps: history-taking, preparing the client, assessing the target memory, and processing the memory and finding an adaptive resolution. After this, Thriveworks EMDR therapists in Dover will continue to help individuals process the memory and evaluate the results of the treatment to ensure its effectiveness.
EMDR is primarily employed to aid individuals who have endured trauma, including those with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and who have experienced other distressing life events.
EMDR therapy is generally less suitable for individuals currently experiencing acute trauma or those who have not yet acquired fundamental coping and distress tolerance skills. To engage in EMDR therapy effectively, one must possess a certain degree of distress tolerance.
EMDR tends to be very effective in relieving the negative symptoms associated with trauma. In a study performed by Francine Shapiro called The Role of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy in Medicine: Addressing the Psychological and Physical Symptoms Stemming from Adverse Life Experiences (2014), results showed that after just three EMDR sessions, 84% of participants reported a remission of PTSD diagnosis. EMDR will often have a higher success rate for survivors of a single traumatic event than for those who have experienced repeated or multiple instances of trauma when EMDR is performed for the same amount of time. This is due to the increased intensity of the trauma and the need to process multiple events.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
If you’re looking for EMDR therapists in Dover, DE, you’re in luck. EMDR therapy at Thriveworks can be conducted both in person at one of our many offices around the U.S. and online via remote video conferencing. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Generally, EMDR is a shorter-term therapy, typically encompassing multiple sessions. While some individuals may make substantial progress within just a few sessions, others may opt for an extended treatment period, particularly if dealing with complex or severe trauma or conditions.
PTSD encompasses a wide range of symptoms and experiences. For a long time, it was thought these emotional and mental wounds were permanent. It was thought that you couldn’t heal a damaged brain.
Counselors and researchers have long since proven that wrong. The brain and all the emotional and behavioral repercussions of it, has a remarkable ability to heal. The term neuroplasticity was coined by researchers to explain the ability of the brain to be molded like clay. Trauma is a terrifying, awful experience that can change the brain to fight against you. With the help of Thriveworks Dover counselors and a technique called Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR for short), we can remove the claws of trauma and PTSD from your life and give you the freedom and peace you deserve.
EMDR is a brain hack that takes the brain’s natural defense mechanisms and uses it to unlock the unhealthy processes and habits it has stored. The trick is that once something has been “unlocked” it can be processed and worked through. Once it has been processed, it can be let go, and you can be free from it.
After a traumatic event, the brain wants to protect itself. It does this by locking away past abuses to a place we can’t reach them. But that doesn’t mean they are gone. Nightmares, anxiety, flashbacks, and paranoia are all symptoms of your brain trying to protect you, but not understanding the harm it is actually inflicting. Thriveworks Dover believes in the power of talking hardships through, but that becomes immensely difficult when your brain is blocking you from processing fully.
A key component of EMDR is to actively process a painful memory. This can be frightening. Your brain locked that memory away for a reason after all. But Thriveworks Dover will make the counseling session a place you can feel safe in. Together, we can insert control into a dangerous memory.
EMDR has many uses. It has proved remarkably affective against trauma. Again, this can be any type of trauma. Some people have crystal clear memories of the tragedy that happened to them. Others have no idea. They all are being negatively impacted by trauma and want the freedom that comes from complete healing.
You are never “too broken”. The brain has extraordinary ability to heal, and you have extraordinary ability to persevere. Just by reading this and reaching out you are proving that you a have the strength and courage to overcome that trauma and PTSD you’ve experienced.
EMDR is usually used in conjunction with talk therapy. Our Thriveworks Dover counselors are highly trained in both methods. It’s not magic, it can’t just make all the pain and trauma and repercussions go away, but it can be a highly affective tool in the healing process.
If you are ready to take the first step towards healing and a free life, give us a call. Our trauma and EMDR counselors are excited to meet you and begin this journey with you. We offer evening and weekend sessions, and we accept most major insurances. Contact us now to get started.
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