Patricka Caldera

Dr. Patty is a US Air Force veteran who served as a Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Specialist. She is now a dedicated holistic Licensed Clinical Social Worker who uses brain-based therapy techniques, such as Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT) and Amplified Emotional Processing (AEP), and EMDR to aid in trauma-based recovery for her clients. Dr. Patty obtained her Masters Degree in Social Work from St Louis University. She couples this with her training under Dr. Danial Amen, world-renowned, brain SPECT Imaging Psychiatrist and ADD/ADHD expert, near Washington DC in 2006, to address spiritual aspects in trauma recovery. This all inspired her to develope her own specific approach to trauma called “AEP” – Amplified Emotional Processing. Additionally, Patty holds a Doctorate of Pastoral Medical Science which sets her apart from traditional psychotherapists in the holistic and spiritual arenas. AEP, Amplified Emotional Processing, is a technique that is designed to help those who do not wish to use traditional therapy methods or hypnosis to achieve more effective emotional balance with emphasis in Christian spirituality. AEP is uniquely created to address many types of emotional needs that occur outside of all diagnosed personality disorders. The correlation between a balanced brain and a balanced life is underestimated. Patty’s experience in delivering these brain-based therapy models to clients has shown evidence that one is essential for the other to exist. Patty’s background is in working with clients of all ages and with many variations of trauma. Her passion is treating trauma and seeing incredible results. As a Veteran of the USAF, Patty also has unique first-hand knowledge of the challenges facing military families, service members & returning veterans, from having personal experience with her older brother who was a MIA pilot during the Korean War. Drops of Hope office provides scholarships for AEP or RRT sessions for Active Duty and Military Veterans upon application. Please call and request an application if you are in this category. Additionally, Dr. Patty holds training retreats for AEP which may be utilized by LCSW, MSW, LPC, LCPCs, LMFT, LMT, CST, CARE Instructors, Pastors, Ministers, appointed church laymen/elders, or other licensed to touch professionals such as Dr's, RN's, Chiropractor, N.D. etc. Proof of license or letter of church appointment may be required for class attendance.