You know how to stay steady when things fall apart around you. That's the job. But steady isn't the same as okay, and carrying the weight of high-stakes work doesn't always end when the shift does.
I provide trauma therapy in Bellingham, WA, with a specialized focus on physicians, nurses, first responders, and other professionals accustomed to functioning under pressure. Therapy is trauma-focused and evidence-based, including EMDR therapy and intensive options for people who need meaningful work to fit into demanding lives.
The shift ends, but your system may still be running on high alert. You replay decisions, second-guess moments you handled on instinct, or find yourself lying awake long after everyone else is asleep. Even ordinary things can suddenly feel like one demand too many.
Many clients complain of feeling more distant at home, quicker to react, or simply tired of having to hold it together. Trauma therapy can help you understand what's happening beneath that constant readiness and begin processing what your work has asked you to carry before you have to clock in again next Monday.
Before becoming a trauma therapist, I spent more than a decade working inside emergency departments and medical units. I know the pace of these environments, the responsibility that follows you home, and what it means to keep moving when there isn't time to fully process what just happened.
That experience shapes the work I now offer from my Bellingham office. I understand trauma not only through clinical training, but through years spent alongside physicians, nurses, and first responders doing difficult work under extraordinary pressure. My approach incorporates EMDR, somatic work, and structured trauma intensives to help you process what has accumulated rather than simply become better at carrying it. The goal is to help you feel more present in your life again, with greater capacity for the people, relationships, and experiences that matter outside of work.
I CREATED A PRACTICE WHERE PEOPLE ACCUSTOMED TO CARING FOR OTHERS CAN HAVE A PLACE DESIGNED TO CARE FOR THEM.
Consultation and supervision for therapists seeking thoughtful support with a specific case, greater confidence in a clinical approach, or dedicated space to continue developing their skills.
When weekly therapy doesn't offer enough space for the work you want to do, focused treatment can create room for deeper processing. EMDR intensives and extended sessions offer a more concentrated approach to trauma therapy in Bellingham.
Ongoing, relationship-based therapy that gives us time to understand what's keeping you stuck, process what you've been carrying, and build meaningful change at a pace that works for you.
Trauma therapy in Bellingham can take different forms depending on what you're carrying and what you need from the work. From ongoing therapy to focused EMDR and trauma intensives, care is designed to fit the complexity of your experience and the realities of your life.
In supervision, she is thoughtful, patient, and highly skilled at supporting the professional growth and development of the clinicians she works with. She brings strong clinical judgment, a diverse skill set of evidence-based trauma interventions, and a steady, compassionate presence to her work. Vickery is a warm and engaging therapist who is deeply committed to providing high-quality care and is a valuable asset to the community
I worked with Vickery as a direct supervisor for over a year. Vickery has a way of making you feel supported while also challenging you to grow. Her supervision is direct, honest, and constructive, and she always encouraged me to think through situations myself instead of simply telling me what to do. She helped me build confidence in my clinical decision-making while continually pushing me to consider equity, social justice, and the clients perspective.
119 N Commercial St
Suite 1503
Bellingham, WA 98225
In-Person and Telehealth Sessions Available Upon Request
For some work, being in the room matters. My Bellingham office offers a private, grounded space to step away from the demands of work and home, settle in, and give therapy your full attention. Telehealth is also available throughout the state of Washington