Coleen Dixon, LMFT

Hi, I’m Coleen Dixon, LMFT, founder of Knit Psychotherapy Collective.

I specialize in helping high-capacity women, professionals, couples, and trauma survivors heal the deeper wounds that continue to shape relationships, identity, nervous system overwhelm, and everyday life.

Many of my clients are the people others depend on—the helper, the achiever, the caretaker, the high performer. From the outside, they often appear capable and composed. Internally, they may feel exhausted, disconnected, anxious, emotionally stuck, or trapped in patterns they can’t think their way out of. Sound familiar? Let’s get to work.

The way I practice therapy is crafted for clients who are ready for more than surface-level coping strategies. Together, we work toward meaningful, lasting change by addressing the root experiences driving present distress.

I am an EMDRIA Certified Therapist and Consultant in Training, and I practice EMDR through the lens of attachment, nervous system regulation, and relational healing. Therapy with me is active, collaborative, depth-oriented, and tailored to your unique story and goals.

Over the years, I’ve developed particular expertise in:

  • Complex trauma and PTSD/CPTSD

  • Perinatal trauma, infertility, miscarriage, NICU experiences, and postpartum transitions

  • Betrayal trauma and attachment wounds

  • Burnout and overwhelm among executives, healthcare workers, creatives, and helping professionals

  • Couples and families navigating disconnection, conflict, or life transitions

  • Women and families in ministry or spiritually complex environments

At the core of my work is the belief that healing happens within safe, attuned relationships. Research consistently shows that the therapeutic relationship itself is one of the strongest predictors of successful outcomes—and I deeply honor the trust clients place in this process.

Clients often describe me as warm, grounded, thoughtful, and deeply engaged. I bring both clinical expertise and genuine humanity into the therapy room. I know how vulnerable it can feel to begin therapy because my own introduction to this work started as a client searching for healing too.

Outside of the office, I recharge through time with family and friends, design projects, gardening, movement, and community. My Christian faith is an important part of my life, and I’m happy to incorporate spiritual integration into therapy when desired. At the same time, I welcome and affirm clients from all backgrounds, identities, and belief systems.

Whether you’re navigating trauma, transition, relational pain, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, therapy can become a space where your sacred story is held with care—and where lasting healing becomes possible.

FAQs

    • You’re highly self-aware but still feel stuck

    • You’ve tried therapy before but want deeper work

    • You struggle to slow down or feel safe resting

    • You’re successful professionally but overwhelmed internally

    • You want therapy that is relational, experiential, and trauma-informed

    • You value depth, insight, and long-term healing over quick fixes

  • EMDR is the gold standard for trauma AND it’s the most research-backed psychotherapy in history. What researchers have shown is that EMDR is an effective treatment for many types of symptoms, struggles, and setbacks (or even just feeling stuck!). I’ve worked with clients through relational difficulties, depression, anxiety, substance use, complex trauma, ADHD, life adjustments, grief, childhood abuse, sexual assault, etc.

  • EMDR therapy tends to be more brief than traditional talk therapy. On average most clients work with me for 4-6 months. For more complex trauma or PTSD, timelines can be a bit longer.

  • YES! I love working with couples and families. Over the years I’ve learned that EMDR is one of the most effective tools for getting past communication roadblocks. We’ll do a combination of sessions together and individually to help you achieve your goals.

My Qualifications

BS Psychology, Art Minor - Georgia State University
MA Marriage and Family Therapy - Richmont Graduate University
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Georgia
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Pennsylvania
EMDRIA Certified Therapist and Consultant in Training
AAMFT Supervisior In Training