Accelerated Resolution Therapy

At A Couple of Therapists, we understand how overwhelming it can feel to carry the weight of past trauma, anxiety, or emotional stress. Whether you’re haunted by specific memories or just feel “off” without knowing why, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Through Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), we help individuals in Cedar Falls, Iowa, and the surrounding Cedar Valley quickly and effectively process painful experiences—so you can feel lighter, more in control, and better able to enjoy life.

What Is Accelerated Resolution Therapy?

Accelerated Resolution Therapy is a fast, evidence-based approach to treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and more. It uses guided eye movements and therapeutic imagery to help your brain process distressing memories without needing to talk through every painful detail.

Clients often experience dramatic symptom relief in just 1 to 5 sessions.

Unlike traditional talk therapy, ART is designed to get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck—and resolve it—so you can move forward without reliving the pain.

Is ART Right for You?

ART is ideal for anyone struggling with:

  • Trauma or PTSD

  • Panic attacks or anxiety

  • Depression or low self-worth

  • Intrusive thoughts or nightmares

  • Relationship stress or emotional triggers

  • Grief and loss

Even if you’ve tried therapy before and didn’t feel a shift, ART may offer something different—because it works directly with how your brain stores and responds to distressing events.

What to Expect in ART Sessions

Ashley Swanson, LMHC, LPCC is a trained ART therapist based in Cedar Falls. Her approach is trauma-focused, results-driven, and deeply compassionate.

During ART sessions, you’ll be guided through a process that:

  • Targets and reprocesses specific painful memories

  • Uses eye movements similar to EMDR to help your brain "re-code" the way it stores those memories

  • Replaces distressing images or sensations with more calming, empowering ones

You don’t have to relive trauma in detail. You stay in control the entire time, and Ashley supports you every step of the way.

Meet Ashley Swanson, LMHC, LPCC

Your Trauma-Informed ART Therapist in Cedar Falls

Hi, I’m Ashley—a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in helping people heal from trauma and reclaim their lives. I use Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to help clients process painful experiences and feel more grounded, empowered, and at peace.

In addition to ART, I integrate approaches like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and other evidence-based tools to give you skills you can use every day. Whether you’re working through something big or just feeling overwhelmed by life, I provide a safe, judgment-free space to support your healing.

A Therapy Experience That Fits Your Life

I offer both in-person and virtual talk therapy, but ART sessions must be done in-office at our Cedar Falls location for the most effective results.

I do not bill insurance, but I offer a sliding scale and accept HSA/FSA payments to keep therapy accessible for those who need it.

Begin Your Healing Journey Today

If you’re tired of feeling weighed down by anxiety, trauma, or emotional pain, Accelerated Resolution Therapy can help. You deserve a life that feels calm, clear, and fully yours.

Let’s work together to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Schedule your first session with Ashley Swanson today—and take the first step toward lasting healing.