Hi, I'm Dr. Emma Nakamura

I became a therapist because I understand what it's like to carry trauma that no one else can see. To look fine on the outside while feeling completely dysregulated on the inside.

My own healing journey led me to somatic therapy, EMDR, and nervous system work—modalities that finally helped me feel safe in my body after years of talk therapy that only went so far.

I specialize in working with adults who've tried therapy before but didn't get the depth they needed. Clients who are tired of surface-level coping strategies and ready to heal at the root level.

I trained in EMDR at the Trauma Recovery Institute, completed advanced training in somatic experiencing and polyvagal theory, and have spent 12 years in private practice helping clients move from survival to thriving.

Outside the therapy room, I'm probably hiking with my dog Miso, reading the latest trauma research, or attempting to keep my houseplants alive.