Dr. Linda launched her career as a licensed psychologist in Peru, dedicating herself to the Latinx and BIPOC/AAPI populations. Upon relocating to the United States, she earned her Clinical Social Work license across multiple states. With a Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) specializing in Leadership and Education, Dr. Linda is known for bringing innovative strategies, strong leadership, and rigorous research into her practice. She has delivered impactful professional training programs across the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. In her role as a licensed Mental Health Practitioner, Dr. Linda brings clinical experience across diverse settings, including psychiatric facilities, mental health centers, nursing homes, assisted living communities, substance abuse treatment facilities, and private practices. Her role also extends to pivotal contributions to community outreach, healthcare administration, and social services. As a passionate advocate for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) principles, she fosters equitable and inclusive practices in all work areas.
Credentials and Achievements
Academic Qualifications
Doctor of Social Work (DSW) - Leadership & Education, Millersville University
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Clinical Practice with Individuals and Families, Temple University
Professional Licenses and Certifications
Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) - Maryland
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Pennsylvania & Virginia
Licensed Psychologist, clinical and organizational psychologist, University Federico Villarreal, Lima, Peru
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) EMDR I and EMDR II, EMDR of Greater Washington, DC (2017)
EMDR Certified Therapist by the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)
EMDRIA Approved Consultant (EAC) and Advanced Credit Provider
EMDR 1, EMDR 2, EMDR 3, Parnell Institute for EMDR, New York
LENS Neurofeedback Certified Provider
Gottman Method Couples Therapy - Level 1 and 2, The Gottman Institute
Specialized Certifications
Trauma-Informed Care Specialist
Leadership, Advocacy and Education
Specializing in - PTSD, somatic trauma, relationships, couples & family, addiction-related, and mindfulness therapies
Telehealth Services, Mental Health Documentation & Medical Necessity - Clear guidelines for maintaining quality care and practice protection
Youth Suicide Intervention - Assessing and addressing suicidal ideation, intent, and behaviors in youth
Non-Medication Interventions for Sleep and Mental Health - Restoring sleep quality and improving outcomes
ADHD Interventions - Approaches beyond medication
Reducing Client Dropout - Strategies for client engagement
Suicide Assessment & Intervention - Confident and sensitive crisis intervention
Ethics of Digital Practice - Navigating ethical and legal considerations in online services
Fostering Hope in Suicidal Clients - Techniques for building resilience and hope
Psychopharmacology of Trauma - For prescribers and healthcare professionals
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Linda Timme is affiliated with leading mental health and therapy organizations. These affiliations highlight her dedication to professional excellence, evidence-based practices, and accessible, high-quality care.
Psychology Today - Listed as a verified mental health professional.
EMDRIA (EMDR International Association) - Recognized as a Certified EMDR Therapist and EMDRIA-Approved Consultant.
Evidence-based psychotherapy and professional education, rooted in care, learning, and connection.
Welcome
Renew Psychotherapy Center (RPC), LLC provides trauma-informed mental and behavioral health services, including EMDR therapy, psychotherapy, consultation, and clinical supervision. We also offer continuing education trainings, CE/CEU workshops, and retreat-based experiential learning in beautiful destinations for clinicians, helping professionals, and individuals pursuing healing, restoration, and professional development.
What RENEW Stands For
RENEW reflects our integrative philosophy of healing, learning, and growth—bringing together wellness, clinical excellence, and meaningful connection.
RENEW
Retreats
Join our transformative wellness and adventure retreats, where networking, self-reflection, self-care, and fun come together. Rejuvenate in inspiring locations while earning certifications and Continuing Education (CE) credits, all while empowering your resiliency.
EMDR Therapy & Evidence-Based Approaches
Our compassionate psychotherapy services for individuals, couples, groups, and families utilize evidence-based treatments, such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, SFT, ACT, MI and eco-therapy, to support mental wellness.
Advanced LENS Neurofeedback
Support brain health, nervous system regulation, and daily functioning with a gentle, evidence-informed approach.
Education, Coaching & Clinical Supervision
We provide professional teaching, mentorship, coaching, and clinical supervision, delivering personalized strategies rooted in evidence-based practices and real-world experience to empower growth and success.
Workshops, Training & Speaking Engagements
Enhance professional development through advanced training sessions, workshops, and speaking engagements offering CE credits and certifications.
Mission, Vision & Values
Mission
Our mission is to provide accessible, compassionate, and transformative educational, developmental, and behavioral health services. We empower individuals, organizations, and communities by fostering inclusive and healing experiences.
Vision
We envision a world where mental healthcare, holistic well-being, and social justice are integral to fostering human connection, compassion, and equity for all.
Core Values
Our core values shape every aspect of our work. We are committed to creating a space that embodies these guiding principles:
Meet the Visionary Team!
Dr. Linda Timme
DSW, LCSW, LCSW-C
Trauma & Grief Specialist | EMDR Consultant & Credit Provider | International Trainer | CE Director, Renew Psychotherapy Center
Dr. Linda Timme is an internationally recognized trauma and grief specialist, visionary clinical leader, and Founder of Renew Psychotherapy Center. With more than two decades of experience spanning clinical care, education, and systems leadership, she supports individuals, couples, families, and clinicians through in-person and telehealth services across multiple states and internationally.
Her work centers on trauma-informed care and the treatment of PTSD, complex trauma, suicide-related risk, couples distress, and co-occurring conditions. She also specializes in diverse grief presentations, including acute grief, complicated grief, traumatic loss, anticipatory grief, and disenfranchised grief. Dr. Timme is widely known for her advanced expertise in EMDR therapy—offering intensive treatment formats, virtual EMDR delivery, and integrated approaches informed by attachment science, polyvagal theory, somatic interventions, and parts work. Her doctoral research, Social Workers’ Perspectives of the Effectiveness of EMDR in Telehealth for PTSD Patients, contributed meaningful scholarship to the growing field of digital trauma care and continues to inform best practices in telebehavioral health.
Dr. Timme is an EMDRIA Certified Therapist, EMDRIA Approved Consultant, and EMDRIA Credit Provider, and serves as a Continuing Education Director through Renew Psychotherapy Center. She provides advanced consultation, supervision, and continuing education to mental health professionals across the United States and internationally. Licensed in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Peru, she offers bilingual (English–Spanish), culturally responsive, evidence-based care grounded in ethical excellence and clinical depth.
Her leadership extends beyond private practice, with experience in hospital systems, community mental health, school-based services, substance use and drug court programs, and international organizational psychology. Her career reflects a rare integration of macro-level leadership, clinical precision, academic scholarship, and community impact.
As a national and international presenter and retreat leader, Dr. Timme equips clinicians with advanced trauma treatment skills while promoting resilience, cultural humility, and professional sustainability. Through training, consultation programs, and immersive retreats, she empowers clinicians to deliver ethically grounded, research-informed, and relationally attuned care in complex clinical environments.
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