Cheryll Putt, LMFT
EMDR, Child, and Family Therapist
Many children and adults experience trauma. Some traumas are the most obvious such as earthquake, fire, car accidents, and abuse and can be referred to as "Big T" traumas. Others are less so, but may still have a large effect on how someone lives day to day life. These "smaller" traumas include interpersonal conflicts, loss of a pet, moving to a new home or community, or even disciplinary action by a teacher or boss and can be referred to as "Little T" traumas.
Adults often view these "Little T" events as something that can easily be resolved with time. Often they can. But some children, and even some adults, do not bounce back quickly and seem to perseverate over the event. Parents or friends can be clueless as to how to deal with this, because they've been able to rationalize that the event happened, is over, and now everything is ok. Some people are emotional beings. When they experience an event that is traumatizing to them, it is hard to see the bigger picture and view anything beyond that particular point in time. The reaction to the trauma will often become the reaction to anything that triggers a memory of the trauma. Triggers can come from a smell, a taste, a sound, a touch, a visual cue, or even a set of seemingly innocuous circumstances.
In my practice, I utilize EMDR, play and art therapy techniques, as well as, traditional talk therapy to guide children and adults to resolution. I have worked with children as young as 2 years of age through adulthood. If you or your child have experienced a trauma or seem to be having difficulty "getting over" an experience, call me for a free phone consutation to see if I am the right therapist for you.
Education/Training
1994 Sociology
1996 Counseling
3000+ hours of training
Bio
For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to be a therapist and help others get through and resolve their trauma. I have dedicated my whole career to this passion and have been able to guide many children and adults to a place where they can live a more happy and peaceful life.
I have been in private practice for three years after many years of working for non-profits, including the Chadwick Center of Rady Children's Hospital San Diego. I am also a published author.
I am a wife and mother of two thriving children, and a San Diego native.
Memberships
CAMFT (California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists)
Payments Accepted
Cash, check, debit/credit, insurance (please call me to verify coverage)
Hours:Tuesday - Friday, Days and Evenings
Cost/Session
$140-150
License:MFC 39494/CA
Helpful Links
 Information about trauma and the use of EMDR:
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Information on the EMDR institute, the practice of EMDR, and further Links:
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Therapy
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Divorce
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Anger Management
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Domestic Violence
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Anxiety and Panic
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Play Therapy
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Caregiver Issues
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Trauma and PTSD
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Children's Counseling
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Licenses/Certifications
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EMDR Part 1 and 2 (EMDRIA)
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
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