Phoebe Kessler is a rare and admirable psychotherapist who maintains a delicate balance of high level skills, years of expertise combined with compassion and heart. She brings to her teaching and private practice the artistry of change with the harmony of understanding. Her highly specialized skills in trauma treatment provide the Long Island therapeutic community with a treasured consultant. Phoebe is an authentic agent of change and gift to those who are blessed to share her wealth of information and her gentle, knowing style of treatment. It is my pleasure and privilege to call her... colleague.

- Dr. Seena Russell Axel
- drseenaraxel@gmail.com
- www.drseenaraxel.com

Phoebe is a positive force for EMDR on Long Island. As Regional Coordinator she revived the Long Island EMDR therapist community and restarted the tradition of regional meetings with presentations and networking opportunities. Phoebe is a skilled consultant who for many years, has run a no fee study group for EMDR clinicians working to integrate EMDR into their clinical practices. Recently, Phoebe and I worked to facilitate and co-sponsor a long awaited Long Island EMDR Basic Training.

- Carol Forgash, LCSW, BCD
- cforgash@optonline.net
- www.advancededucationalproductions.com
- EMDR Facilitator, Consultant, Advanced Workshop Provider
- Author: "Healing the Heart of Trauma and Dissociation with EMDR and Ego State Therapy"

In the many years I have known Phoebe Kessler I have found her to be dedicated, professional and eternally upbeat. Her own life experience gives her a unique perspective of the human journey. She has an unparalleled insight into patient challenges and frustrations. Each and every patient I have referred has given unsolicited praise concerning her level of service. For these reasons I have handpicked her to work with my clients who seek therapy.

- Dr. Barry Fabrikant
- drbfab@aol.com
- www.fabchiro.com

Phoebe is exactly what I was looking for in an EMDR consultant. Her vibrant personality and gentle manner, combined with her expectations for excellence have helped me to provide the kind of effective EMDR treatment that every client deserves. I travel over an hour for our regularly scheduled consult sessions. Phoebe is at the very top of her specialty.

- Chaya Feuerman, LCSW-R

Phoebe is a caring and experienced therapist. Her expertise as a highly trained EMDR therapist and consultant shines through in her work. I have learned a great deal from her as a colleague and consultant. I highly recommend her as a therapist to work through trauma and enhance your life, or as a consultant to sharpen your skills as a therapist. Phoebe has been very active as a Long Island EMDR Regional Coordinator, dedicated to the advancement of new therapeutic technology in the evolving field of psychotherapy.

- Irene R. Siegel, Ph.D., LCSW
- irenesiegel@me.com
- www.CenterPointCounseling.bz

There are few professionals who are generous with their time and talent, and not only help those in need, but also help educate their colleagues. Phoebe Kessler is one of those uniquely dedicated individuals. She is a highly intelligent, intuitive and compassionate professional with extensive clinical knowledge and expertise. Phoebe also has an excellent reputation as a talented clinician, a passionate educator, and true leader in the EMDR community.

- Debra M Roberts, LCSW
- www.theRelationshipProtocol.com
- Author: “The Relationship Protocol: How to Talk, Defuse and Build Healthier Relationships”

Becoming trained as an certified EMDR clinician with Phoebe has been an amazing experience. Phoebe has helped me gain the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve my certification and consultation status. Her warmth and genuineness as a therapist are so helpful. I have learned so much more than EMDR.

- Susan Sullivan, Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

I have known Phoebe Kessler for many years. She is an outstanding Clinical Social Worker. She is honest, forthright, intelligent, empathetic, and very competent. I have recommended several people to her, and they have been very pleased with her care and professionalism.

- Paul I Schneiderman, MD
- Clinical Professor of Dermatology
- Columbia University School of Medicine, NYC