Congruent Therapy: Dana Stroud (They/Them)

What I Specialize In

Dana specializes in a holistic approach to therapy, drawing from systemic therapy, narrative therapy, polyvagal theory, and emotion-focused therapy. With a focus on systemic therapy, Dana examines the interconnectedness of individuals within their families and larger systems, aiming for relational healing and empowerment. They utilize narrative therapy techniques to help clients rewrite their life stories, fostering resilience Polyvagal theory informs Dana's understanding of the nervous system's role in emotional regulation and trauma recovery, integrating practices to support nervous system regulation. Emotion-focused therapy enriches their work by exploring and validating emotions, facilitating emotional processing and transformation. Through this integrative approach, Dana creates a safe and empathetic space for clients to explore their identities, heal from past wounds, and cultivate deeper connections with themselves and others.

My Approach to Helping

Narrative therapy, Emotion-Focused therapy, Poly Vagal theory, EMDR & Nature-Based therapy. Dana's interventions are both trauma-informed and client-driven. Dana likes to support clients in choosing what is best for themselves, supporting and shining the light on intervention and diagnostic options that they have from a place of evidenced-based best practices.