EMDR Therapy

Understanding EMDR Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful, evidence-based psychotherapy approach that helps your brain process traumatic memories and disturbing experiences. EMDR facilitates the natural healing capacity of your brain, allowing you to process memories that have been stuck or frozen. This approach has strong research support for treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and other conditions rooted in distressing experiences.

Signs You May Need Support

How I Can Help

EMDR helps your brain complete the processing of traumatic memories that got interrupted during the original traumatic event. By using bilateral stimulation (eye movements, tapping, or sounds) combined with focused attention, we help your brain naturally process these memories. Many people experience significant relief in fewer sessions than traditional talk therapy.

My Approach

I follow the EMDR protocol carefully, ensuring you're prepared and supported throughout the process. We'll establish stability and coping skills first, then move through the structured EMDR phases. I adjust the pace based on your comfort and readiness, ensuring you feel safe and supported.

What to Expect

Your first sessions will involve history taking and preparation. We'll build skills and stability before beginning EMDR processing. During EMDR sessions, you'll focus on a distressing memory while experiencing bilateral stimulation, allowing your brain to process and integrate the experience naturally.