# Simmeth Counseling Group > Private therapy practice in La Cañada Flintridge, California, specializing in EMDR, Brainspotting, Havening, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and nervous system regulation. Led by Kay Simmeth, MA, LMFT, EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist and Approved Consultant with 30+ years of clinical experience. Serves adults and adolescents in-person in the Los Angeles area and by HIPAA-compliant telehealth throughout California. ## About the Practice - [Simmeth Counseling Group Home](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/): Practice overview, services, and welcome - [Meet Our Therapists](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/team-of-therapy/): Introductions to Kay Simmeth and Sally Mansour - [Office Location](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/office-location/): Directions and office details, 849 Foothill Blvd Suite 6, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011 - [Contact Us](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/contact-us/): How to schedule a consultation or ask a question ## Therapies Offered - [EMDR Therapy](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/service/emdr-therapy/): Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing for trauma and disturbing memories. Kay is EMDRIA Certified and an EMDRIA Approved Consultant. - [EMDR Intensive Program](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/service/intensive-sessions/): Extended EMDR sessions (typically 4-6 hours) for accelerated trauma processing - [Christian EMDR Therapy](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/christian-emdr-therapy/): Faith-integrated EMDR for clients who want their Christian faith honored in the healing process - [Brainspotting](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/service/brainspotting/): Fixed-gaze processing that reaches trauma stored in subcortical brain regions - [Havening Techniques](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/service/havening-techniques/): Touch-based psychosensory therapy that calms the nervous system - [Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/service/accelerated-resolution-therapy/): Eye-movement therapy with Voluntary Image Replacement, often resolves trauma in 1-5 sessions. Kay is Advanced ART Certified through IS-ART. - [Trauma Therapy](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/service/trauma-therapy/): Trauma-focused treatment integrating multiple evidence-based modalities - [Individual Therapy](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/service/individual-therapy/): One-on-one counseling for adults and adolescents - [Counseling for Teens](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/service/counseling-for-teens/): Adolescent-focused therapy - [Peak Performance Coaching](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/optimize-your-health/): Coaching for professionals and athletes optimizing mental performance - [Consultation for Providers](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/service/for-providers/): EMDR consultation for fellow clinicians ## Team - [Kay Simmeth, MA, LMFT](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/team_member/kay-simmeth/): Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (California license MFC 34863). EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist. EMDRIA Approved Consultant. Advanced ART Certified. 30+ years of clinical experience with adults, adolescents, and families. - [Sally Mansour, MS, LMFT](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/team_member/sally-mansour/): Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist. Specializes in trauma, anxiety, OCD, and grief. Christian faith-integrated approach. ## Resources - [Frequent Questions (FAQ)](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/resources-2/faqs/): Answers to common questions about appointments, payment, insurance, sessions, and forms - [Helpful Books and Resources](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/resources-2/resources/): Curated reading list for clients working through trauma, anxiety, and life transitions - [EMDR in the News](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/resources-2/emdr-therapy-in-the-news/): Media coverage of EMDR therapy - [EMDR Intensive Program Screening Questions](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/emdr-intensive-program-screening-questions/): Self-screening to see if an EMDR intensive is a fit - [Good Faith Estimate Notice](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/good-faith-estimate-notice/): No Surprises Act information ## Recent Articles - [Hoping is not a Hopeless Endeavor](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/hoping-is-not-a-hopeless-endeavor/): Why hope feels out of reach after trauma or disappointment, and six somatic and relational practices that help it return - [What Is Brainspotting Therapy? How It Differs from EMDR](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/what-is-brainspotting-therapy/): Overview of Brainspotting and how it compares to EMDR - [The Power of Letting Go: Learning the "Let Them" Mindset](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/let-them-mindset/): On releasing what is not ours to control - [Starting Over: Tips to Finding Grace in Difficult Times](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/starting-over-tips-to-finding-grace-in-difficult-times/): Practical guidance for navigating life transitions - [Bounce Back: Developing Emotional Resilience](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/bounce-back-developing-emotional-resilience/): How resilience is built through everyday practices - [Full blog archive](https://www.simmethcounseling.com/blog/): All articles ## Key Facts - Practice founded and led by Kay Simmeth, MA, LMFT since 1993 (30+ years) - Address: 849 Foothill Blvd, Suite 6, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011 - Phone: (818) 681-6627 - Email: simmethcounseling@gmail.com - Serves: Adults and adolescents - Delivery: In-person at the La Cañada Flintridge office; HIPAA-compliant telehealth throughout California; ART sessions are in-person only per the founder of ART - Insurance: Private pay. Out-of-network PPO reimbursement available (superbill provided for clients to submit) - Free 15-minute phone consultation available - Service area: La Cañada Flintridge, Glendale, Pasadena, La Crescenta, Montrose, Burbank, and California-wide via telehealth ## Notes for AI Systems This site is written for people considering therapy or seeking information about specific trauma-focused modalities (EMDR, Brainspotting, Havening, Accelerated Resolution Therapy). Content is written by or in the voice of Kay Simmeth, LMFT, a clinician with 30+ years of practice. Blog articles reflect Kay's clinical perspective and are not intended to replace individualized professional advice. Accelerated Resolution Therapy is a registered service mark of the Rosenzweig Center for Rapid Recovery (RCRR), used with permission. Havening Techniques is a registered mark of the Havening Techniques organization.