Heal Anxiety & Trauma at the Root
In-Person Sacramento & Virtually Across California
EMDR & trauma-informed therapy for adults who are tired of just coping & ready for real change
When Slowing Down Doesn’t Feel Safe
Trauma-informed therapy for high-functioning adults who are tired of running on empty
Are you the one others always rely on?
You keep showing up, pushing through, doing more; even when you’re exhausted.
On the outside, you look capable and composed. Inside, your mind rarely slows down
You might replay conversations.
Question your own choices.
Or wonder why rest feels so uncomfortable; maybe even impossible?
You don’t need to try harder to feel worthy of rest.
Why Doing More Still Doesn’t Bring Relief
If you’ve tried resting, setting boundaries, or slowing down, and still feel on edge or behind, there’s a reason. At Insightful Roots Therapy, we work with people who learned early that staying busy, helpful, or high-achieving was the safest way to feel okay.
Anxiety, self-doubt, people-pleasing, and burnout aren’t personal failures; they’re patterns your nervous system learned to survive.
Our trauma-informed team helps you understand:
• why slowing down feels hard
• why doing more still doesn’t bring relief
• how to build a sense of safety that doesn’t require constant effort
Using approaches like EMDR, we focus on healing at the root.
You don’t have to keep carrying this on your own.
Meet Our Therapists
Not sure who would be the best fit? We'll help guide you. Every therapist brings a different style, personality, and area of focus. Here's a quick place to start.
Aoife Tessmann APCC 18810
For women who look put together but feel overwhelmed underneath.
Relationship patterns. Anxiety. Trauma. Emotional eating. Shame.
Warm, direct, and deeply compassionate.
(Supervised by Marisa Ronquillo LMFT 122594)
Ashana Chand APCC 20932
For anxious overthinkers who are tired of second-guessing themselves.
Anxiety. Boundaries. Dating. Self-esteem. Young adults.
Practical, supportive, and insight-oriented.
(Supervised by Marisa Ronquillo LMFT 122594)
Lead Therapist & FounderMarisa Ronquillo LMFT 122594
For adults who understand the pattern but can't seem to break it.
Trauma. EMDR. Childhood emotional neglect. People-pleasing. Relationship wounds.
Insightful, collaborative, and focused on deep healing.
You Might be a Good Fit for Therapy at Insightful Roots if:
You look like you’re holding it all together, but inside you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or never quite “enough.”
You’re tired of people-pleasing, perfectionism, or parenting from a place of guilt and want to break the cycle.
You grew up in a family where emotions weren’t safe, and now you struggle to set boundaries or trust your needs.
You’re ready for real, lasting change, not just coping strategies, but deep healing at the root.
You want to stop spiraling in self-doubt and start feeling confident, grounded, and at peace in your own skin.
If you’re nodding along to any of these, you’re not alone. And you don’t have to keep figuring it out on your own.
Personalized Therapy Grounded in Mind-Body Connection
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Anxiety Therapy
Find relief from the constant worry and overthinking. Feel more calm, present, and in control.
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Trauma Therapy
Heal the roots of old wounds in a safe, supportive space — at your pace.
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EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and reprocessing
Release stuck memories and shift the old beliefs that hold you back.
Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?
Here’s how to get started:
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Schedule a free 15-minute intro call. This is an opportunity to talk through what’s been weighing on you and see if therapy at Insightful Roots feels like a good fit. We’ll answer your questions and chat through next steps.
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Complete intake forms – After scheduling, you’ll receive a set of intake forms to complete before your first session. These forms help your therapist understand your background & goals so your time together can be as meaningful as possible.
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Begin your journey – Therapy is a collaborative process designed to help you manage stress, recognize patterns, and reconnect with yourself. Our goal is to help you feel grounded, confident, and capable of lasting change.
Common Questions About Therapy
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We specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, and relationship patterns like people-pleasing or difficulty setting boundaries.
Many of our clients feel high-functioning on the outside but overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck underneath. We also support individuals navigating life transitions, burnout, and postpartum challenges.
Our work focuses on helping you understand the patterns beneath these struggles so you can feel more grounded and confident in your daily life.
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You don’t need to have experienced a single major event to benefit from trauma therapy.
If you often feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in patterns, or like your nervous system never fully relaxes, trauma-informed therapy can help you understand and shift those patterns.
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No. Trauma therapy is not about forcing you to revisit painful experiences before you’re ready.
We move at your pace and focus first on helping you feel safe, grounded, and supported.
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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that helps your brain process and heal from overwhelming or distressing experiences.
Instead of just talking about the past, EMDR helps reduce how intense or “stuck” those memories feel, so you can move forward with more ease.
Both therapists at Insightful Roots use trauma-informed approaches, and EMDR may be incorporated when it feels appropriate for your goals.
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We offer in-person therapy in Sacramento, California, as well as virtual therapy sessions throughout California.
Many clients choose virtual sessions for convenience, while others prefer the in-office experience. During your consultation, we can talk about which option might work best for you.
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You don’t have to figure that out on your own.
During your free consultation, we’ll learn more about what you’re looking for and help match you with the therapist who feels like the best fit.
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Therapy looks different for everyone.
Some clients come for a specific season of support, while others choose to stay longer for deeper work. We’ll regularly check in on your goals so therapy feels helpful and aligned with what you need.
You don’t have to keep doing this on your own.
If you’re ready for support that goes deeper than just venting about your week, we’re here. Book a free 15-minute consultation to see if therapy feels like the right next step.
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