EMDR
What if your mind already knew how to heal, and just needed the right support to do it?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful, evidence-based therapy that helps the brain reprocess distressing experiences and restore emotional balance. It’s a client-centered approach that activates your natural healing mechanisms, so you can move forward with clarity and ease.
What is EMDR?
Developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro in 1987, EMDR is a structured therapy designed to help individuals process and heal from distressing life events. It uses guided bilateral stimulation, often through eye movements, to activate the brain’s innate information processing system. Over time, this process helps reduce the emotional charge around painful memories, beliefs, or experiences, making space for calm and clarity.
How EMDR Works
EMDR follows an 8-phase, standardized protocol tailored to your individual needs. It begins with thorough preparation and resourcing before moving into memory reprocessing. This therapy doesn’t require you to retell every detail of your experience, instead, it helps your brain do the healing work it was wired to do. By targeting stuck trauma or emotional blocks, EMDR can bring long-lasting relief more quickly than traditional talk therapy alone.
What EMDR Can Help With
Extensive research shows EMDR’s effectiveness in treating a wide range of issues, including:
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PTSD and complex trauma
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Anxiety, phobias, and panic attacks
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Major depression
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Childhood abuse or neglect
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Addictions and compulsions
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Chronic pain and body-related distress
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Grief, vicarious trauma, and performance anxiety
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Religious trauma and stress from natural disasters
Whether you’re healing from a single event or a lifetime of emotional pain, EMDR can help you shift from survival mode into a more grounded, peaceful way of being.
Is EMDR Right for You?
EMDR is not a magic fix, but for many people, it’s a life-changing tool for deep healing. It’s especially powerful if you feel stuck in patterns you can’t talk your way out of, or if traditional therapy hasn’t fully addressed your symptoms. As your therapist, I’ll walk beside you at your pace, ensuring that each session feels safe, supported, and aligned with your goals.
You don’t have to carry it all alone. If you’re curious about how EMDR can help, reach out for a free 20-minute consultation. Together, we’ll explore what healing could look like for you.