Evidence-based therapy
Intrusive Memories 
Intense Anxiety 
Deep Sadness 
Post-Traumatic Stress 
Irrational Fears 
Grief and Loss Accelerated Resolution Therapy
How It Can Help
Process Trauma Quickly and Safely
Accelerated Resolution Therapy helps clients process painful memories without reliving the trauma. ART uses guided eye movements and visualization to reduce emotional distress while keeping you in control throughout the session.
Fast Relief from Emotional Struggles
Unlike traditional therapy that may take months or years, ART often delivers results in just a few sessions. Many clients experience significant relief from PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, and phobias quickly and effectively.
Build Resilience and Move Forward
TRAUMA THERAPY
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Starting Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is simple. Fill out our online form or contact us by phone or email to begin your journey
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Our office will contact you to understand your needs and therapy goals. We’ll match you with a licensed Tampa therapist trained in ART therapy, trauma-focused treatment, and anxiety counseling.
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Once your sessions begin, your therapist will guide you through proven ART techniques focused to reframe painful memories, reduce symptoms, and restore balance
PTSD symptoms (intrusive images, nightmares, avoidance, startle)
Anxiety and panic related to specific events or triggers
Grief, complicated loss, and “stuck” memories
Phobias (driving, flying, medical), performance blocks, and shame memories
Survivors of accidents, medical trauma, assault, first-responder and veteran communities
Looking for Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) that’s focused, respectful, and practical? Tampa Counseling and Wellness provides ART therapy sessions designed to help your brain reconsolidate distressing memories without re-traumatization.
Our licensed clinicians blend ART therapy protocols with nervous-system skills you can use the same day. Many clients choose ART for trauma, anxiety, grief, phobias, performance blocks, and intrusive images. Results and pacing are individualized—efficient where possible, careful when needed.
| Component of Care | What it Means for You |
|---|---|
| Targeted Assessment | Identify a clear target (event, sensation, image) and outcomes; confirm ART is a good clinical fit. |
| Guided Eye-Movement Sets | Calm the nervous system and reduce physiological arousal while processing distressing material. |
| Voluntary Image Replacement (VIR) | Replace disturbing images with neutral/empowering imagery so recall no longer triggers intense reactions. |
| Somatic & Breathing Skills | Grounding, paced breathing, and body-based techniques for use during and between sessions. |
| Integration & Follow-Up | Brief homework, check-ins, and maintenance strategies; adjust targets as life evolves. |
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a structured, short-term approach that uses sets of bilateral eye movements and voluntary image replacement to help the brain reconsolidate disturbing memories and sensations. You keep full control of what you share; we focus on reducing the body’s stress response while reshaping how the memory is stored and felt. For many people, this means fewer intrusive images, calmer sleep, and more freedom in day-to-day life.
Healing with ART is collaborative and paced. Here’s how to make the most of it:
Pick one target at a time. We start small: a moment, image, sound, or body sensation. One clear win builds momentum.
Let the body lead. Notice breath, tension, heat/cold, and release as eye movements run; your nervous system shows us the path.
Use voluntary image replacement. We practice swapping distressing visuals with neutral or empowering imagery you choose.
Anchor new patterns. Pair brief daily breathing, grounding, and a visual cue (a word or symbol) to reinforce calm.
Expect gentle shifts. Many clients report “the picture is farther away” or “the body surge is gone.” Your story remains—your suffering eases.
Integrate with life. Sleep, nutrition, movement, and supportive relationships help the brain keep what ART unlocks.
TESTIMONIALS
Definitely recommend!
Dr. Garcia is the most compassionate person I have ever met. He was always available for me and helped me work through a lot of depression and develop the person I wanted to be. Even today there are things that I remind myself of that he told me that there is no quick fix to undo years of life experience.
Stacy Roman
33F, Tampa
Professional, caring and a strongly skilled.
Dr. Garcia is professional, caring and a strongly skilled psychologist. I refer to him whenever possible to make sure that potential clients are receiving excellent care. I highly recommend him for any of your mental and emotional health needs!
Callie Nettles
28F, Tampa
Very welcoming people!
I was able to come into this office, and the people are very welcoming and so is the environment! As soon as you step into this office you will feel inviting, warm, and open. They are great people and provide such a valuable, and important resource for the entire Tampa community.
Allan Venegas
34M, Tampa
Definitely recommend!
Dr. Garcia is the most compassionate person I have ever met. He was always available for me and helped me work through a lot of depression and develop the person I wanted to be. Even today there are things that I remind myself of that he told me that there is no quick fix to undo years of life experience.
Stacy Roman
33F, Tampa
Professional, caring and a strongly skilled.
Dr. Garcia is professional, caring and a strongly skilled psychologist. I refer to him whenever possible to make sure that potential clients are receiving excellent care. I highly recommend him for any of your mental and emotional health needs!
Callie Nettles
28F, Tampa
Very welcoming people!
I was able to come into this office, and the people are very welcoming and so is the environment! As soon as you step into this office you will feel inviting, warm, and open. They are great people and provide such a valuable, and important resource for the entire Tampa community.
Allan Venegas
34M, Tampa
Contact Information
Office Location
2814 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Suite 201 & 100, Tampa, FL 33607
Telephone
Front Desk Hours
Monday - Thursday 9AM - 4PM
Session Hours
9AM - 7PM
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