Dedra Tentis

Transforming lives through the power of eye movements and imagery, Dr. Dedra Tentis, MSW, PhD, stands at the forefront of trauma therapy with her specialization in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Dr. Tentis brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to her practice, shaped by her own journey through stress and trauma.

Dr. Tentis's passion for ART was born from personal experience. Following a traumatic spinal cord injury during one of her four military deployments, she discovered the life-changing benefits of ART as a client. This profound experience led her back to the classroom, where she became a trained ART therapist, dedicated to helping others navigate their own paths through trauma and stress.

At the heart of Dr. Tentis's practice is her commitment to helping individuals process and overcome a wide range of challenges. Her expertise extends to treating sexual abuse/assault, phobias, depression, anxiety, grief, panic attacks, addictions, anger management, OCD, hoarding, sleep problems, nightmares, co-dependency, marital problems, and even physical issues such as pain management and migraines. Using ART, Dr. Tentis guides her clients to reprogram stress memories and images, eliminate reactions to triggers, and develop positive strategies for dealing with stressors.

The effectiveness of Dr. Tentis's approach is evident in the transformative experiences of her clients. From helping a young client overcome an extreme insect phobia that had persisted for eight years, to assisting individuals in processing complex traumas such as a parent's suicide, Dr. Tentis's work has been described as nothing short of miraculous by grateful patients and their families.

Dr. Tentis's therapeutic toolkit extends beyond ART to include other evidence-based modalities such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Based Therapy (TF-CBT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). This diverse range of skills allows her to tailor her approach to each client's unique needs, ensuring the most effective path to healing and growth. Whether you're seeking to process past traumas, manage current stressors, or prepare for future challenges, Dr. Dedra Tentis offers a safe, non-judgmental space where you can move beyond your stuck points towards a more balanced and purposeful life.