Esther Goldstein, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker, trauma specialist, and founder of the group practice Integrative Psychotherapy, where she and a team of therapists provide cutting-edge treatment to those seeking relief from anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms. Esther also runs an online trauma training certificate program for therapists and educators around the world who are committed to deepening their knowledge, skills, and confidence in supporting those on their healing journey.

Esther has sprouted the community initiative, Integrative Community Care, where she and her group practice provide resources and mental health tools to surrounding communities. She is fiercely committed to raising awareness about health, and collaborating with leaders to give communities the support they need to keep thriving emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and physically.

"In EMDR for Anxiety, Esther Goldstein, LCSW, distills complex clinical concepts into language that feels both human and deeply resonant. Through evocative storytelling and grounded expertise, she makes transformative healing techniques accessible to therapists, wellness professionals, and the general public alike. Goldstein's writing is a rare blend of clarity, compassion, and wisdom--inviting readers to not only understand the process of healing, but to truly experience it. A brilliant and essential contribution to the field."
--Erica Wilcox, LPC, psychotherapist, EMDR therapist and EMDRIA-Approved Consultant, and founder of Wilcox Wellness

--Erica Wilcox, LPC

"I've had the privilege of knowing Esther Goldstein as both a colleague and a peer. Her warmth, wisdom, and depth of understanding shine through in her work and in this beautiful book. Through the lens of EMDR and compassion, Esther offers a grounded and hopeful path for healing anxiety. She brings both heart and clarity to complex clinical concepts, making this a book that speaks to therapists and clients alike. I'm grateful this guide exists. It reflects the essence of who she is: insightful, kind, and deeply devoted to helping others heal."
--Rivka Yaffe, LMHC, EMDR therapist

--Rivka Yaffe, LMHC

"EMDR has long been one of the most effective evidence-based modalities for processing anxiety rooted in past experiences, but it typically requires a trained therapist and multiple sessions. Goldstein has done the careful work of adapting EMDR for self-guided use, integrating parts work into Francine Shapiro's original protocol and simplifying the traditional eight-phase model. What stands out is her integration of existing tools into a coherent, workable structure for independent practice. She's realistic about the limitations of self-guided work and clear about when readers need professional support, particularly for trauma. For therapists, this is a useful adjunct to recommend. For readers seeking evidence-based tools to work with their anxiety, Goldstein has synthesized proven approaches into a practical, accessible format."
--Annie Wright, LMFT, EMDR therapist, consultant in training, and founder and CEO of Evergreen Counseling, a boutique trauma-informed therapy center in Berkeley, California

--Annie Wright, LMFT

"Esther Goldstein's book addressing how to work with anxiety is a treasure trove of wisdom, warmth, understanding, and encouragement. She has drawn from multiple sources to give the reader clear, practical tools to help them identify and work through anxiety--from the past and in the present. This is a great resource for people to use on their own or as part of their therapy process. Beautifully done."
--Lynette S. Danylchuk, PhD, clinical psychologist, and past president of the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation

--Lynette S. Danylchuk, PhD

"Esther offers a welcome and long-awaited addition to the field of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Anxiety--so often at the core of many diagnostic presentations--is frequently overlooked, under the assumption that once trauma is resolved, it will simply fade away. Yet these same cases often reappear in consultation, leaving therapists searching for answers to why clients continue to struggle. Esther provides a clear theoretical framework to deepen understanding of anxiety and practical, integrative strategies to address its roots. This book serves as a valuable toolkit for EMDR therapists, and a supportive guide for clients engaging in their own healing process."
--Elizabeth Davis, MS, LCAT, ATR-BC, director of Trauma Institute & Child Trauma Institute, and coauthor of EMDR and Creative Arts Therapies

--Elizabeth Davis, MS, LCAT, ATR-BC

"EMDR for Anxiety is a brilliantly accessible guide for anyone navigating anxiety. It clearly explains what anxiety is, how it develops, and--most importantly--how to transform your relationship with it. This book offers a compassionate road map for understanding, responding to, and ultimately clearing anxiety. I recommend it to anyone living with anxiety--and to every therapist who supports them."
--Robin Shapiro, LICSW, psychotherapist, clinical consultant, lecturer, and editor of EMDR Solutions and EMDR Solutions II

--Robin Shapiro, LICSW

Publisher: New Harbinger Publications

Pub date: 2026-02-01

Length: 184 pages