Pauline Botchway (she/her)

Techniques I Use

Issues I Treat

Specialties

• PTSD
• Anxiety
• OCD
• Self-Esteem

• PTSD

  Trauma isn't just about what happened to you—it's about how those experiences continue to live in your body and mind. Whether you've experienced a single overwhelming event or years of ongoing stress, trauma can shape how you see yourself, others, and the world around you. I use EMDR and trauma-informed approaches to help you process painful memories at the neurological level. Together, we'll work to reduce the intensity of traumatic memories so they no longer hijack your present.

• Anxiety

  Anxiety shows up differently for everyone. For some, it's racing thoughts that won't quiet down. For others, it's a knot in the stomach, a tightness in the chest, or a constant sense that something bad is about to happen. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based approaches, we'll work together to understand your anxiety patterns, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and develop practical strategies for managing overwhelming emotions.

• OCD

  OCD & Hoarding I bring PhD-level research expertise to my work with OCD and hoarding. These conditions can be often misunderstood—OCD is more than just being "neat," and hoarding is about much more than clutter.

• Self-Esteem

  Boundary Issues Boundaries are the invisible lines that define where you end and others begin. When those lines are blurry—or when they've been violated—it can be hard to know what you need, let alone ask for it. Learning to assert your boundaries isn't about building walls. It's about creating healthy limits that protect your emotional space while still allowing for genuine connection. This work often involves unlearning patterns from childhood, family systems, or cultural expectations.