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Dana Carretta-Stein, M.S., LMHC.
CEO of Peaceful Living MHC |EMDRIA Approved Consultant |
Trauma, Anxiety, and Parenting Therapist in Westchester NY
In-Person Therapy in Scarsdale/Eastchester and Virtual EMDR in NY, CT, and FL
You Deserve Real Relief from Anxiety and Trauma
If you are searching for a trauma therapist in Westchester, NY or an experienced EMDR therapist in Scarsdale, you may be feeling frustrated that traditional talk therapy has not created lasting change.
I specialize in helping adults overcome anxiety, complex trauma, dissociation, chronic stress, and parenting challenges by addressing the root of symptoms, not just managing them.
As a trauma-informed therapist in Westchester County, I focus on helping you experience real, sustainable relief so you can feel calmer, more connected, and more fulfilled in your life.
Who I Support
As an anxiety and trauma therapist in Westchester, I work with:
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Adults motivated to overcome anxiety, depression, or chronic stress who have not found relief with traditional talk therapy
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Survivors of childhood trauma, complex PTSD, and dissociative disorders
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Parents who want to break cycles of generational trauma and improve their relationship with their children
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First responders seeking a safe space to process intense or cumulative stress
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Individuals struggling with panic attacks, emotional overwhelm, or nervous system dysregulation
Many of my clients are high-functioning but internally exhausted. They want more than coping skills. They want freedom from what continues to trigger them.
Free Trauma & Healing Resources
Download Dana’s free educational resources offering insight for therapists and individuals navigating trauma healing.
How I Work
No two individuals are alike, so my approach is flexible and deeply personalized.
As an EMDR therapist in Westchester, I use a trauma-informed lens to connect present-day symptoms to the experiences and memories where they began. We focus on understanding what happened to you, not what is wrong with you.
My work may include:
As an EMDRIA Certified Therapist and Approved Consultant, EMDR is central to my work. I use EMDR to process traumatic memories, reduce panic and anxiety symptoms, and help the nervous system reset.
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Ego State and Parts Work
To address complex trauma and dissociation with safety and precision.
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Polyvagal Theory and Attachment-Based Approaches
To understand nervous system patterns and relationship dynamics that keep you stuck.
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Neurofeedback and Mindfulness Strategies
To decrease anxiety, stress, and dissociation while strengthening regulation.
I combine humor, attunement, and direct guidance because healing requires both safety and forward movement.
As a complex trauma therapist in New York, I am passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful results, often in a shorter time frame than traditional therapy alone.
What Clients Often Notice
Clients working with a trauma and EMDR therapist in Westchester often describe:
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Significant reduction in anxiety and panic symptoms
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Less emotional reactivity to past trauma
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Improved parenting confidence and connection
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Decreased dissociation and overwhelm
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Greater clarity and emotional resilience
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A deeper sense of peace and fulfillment
Healing from trauma is not easy work, but it is possible with the right approach.
Education, Licensure, and Advanced Training
Dana Carretta-Stein earned her Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Pace University.
She holds licenses in:
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New York – Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
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Connecticut – Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
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Florida – Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Dana is EMDRIA Certified and an EMDRIA Approved Consultant, with advanced training in the treatment of complex trauma and dissociative disorders.
In addition to working directly with clients, Dana provides EMDR consultation and supervision to therapists seeking certification and advanced competency in EMDR therapy.
She also serves as the Regional Coordinator for the Westchester EMDRIA Regional Network, actively contributing to the EMDR professional community.
Beyond her clinical work, Dana is the founder of Let’s Bully Cancer, Inc., a nonprofit organization supporting low-income families seeking life-saving treatment for their dogs.
Get Started
I offer in-person therapy in Scarsdale NY, Westchester County and virtual EMDR therapy for residents of New York, Connecticut, and Florida.
If you are looking for an experienced EMDR therapist in Westchester, support for parenting and generational trauma, or relief from chronic anxiety and trauma symptoms, I invite you to reach out.
You do not have to navigate this alone.
