Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy

EMDR is a therapeutic modality originally designed to help individuals struggling with emotional disturbances caused by traumatic events. EMDR therapy supports clients with processing disturbing memories that continue to stimulate the fight-or-flight stress response interfering with daily functioning. Research shows that EMDR accelerates the healing process allowing clients to recover from trauma, PTSD, and other distressing symptoms in fewer therapy sessions.

Who can benefit from EMDR therapy?

According to EMDRIA, this therapy method has been proven to be useful for addressing:

  • Trauma - Anxiety - Chronic Pain - OCD - Depression - Bipolar and Dissociative Disorders - Grief - Sexual Assault - Abuse - Addiction - Sleep Issues - many other challenges.

How does EMDR therapy work?

EMDR is an alternative to traditional talk therapy meaning it does not require clients to share every detail of their experiences. This is extremely helpful for clients who have difficulty sharing details about their problems. EMDR is an eight-phase treatment method usually consisting of 6-12 sessions. However, each client is unique and has different treatment targets which will determine the length of treatment.

This structured therapy method utilizes bilateral stimulation (BLS - eye movement or tapping) to help us internally process distressing memories and create new neural pathways in the brain to reduce psychological stress and negative emotions associated with these memories.

We cannot change past events, but we can alter our emotional responses to those distressing memories. If you are ready for a change, contact our team to learn more about how EMDR therapy can help you!

(I cannot guarantee any results, nor can I predict the length of treatment needed for healing)

“Unprocessed memories not only can intensify our sensations and emotional responses, they can also prevent us from feeling”. - Francine Shapiro, EMDR Creator

EMDRIA - Introduction to EMDR Therapy (EMDRIA Website)