EMDR

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is an evidence-based therapy that helps the brain process experiences that were overwhelming, confusing, or never resolved. When distressing memories remain “frozen,” they continue to trigger anxiety, shame, fear, and negative self-beliefs.

EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (eye movements, tapping, or audio tones) while you focus on a memory or emotion. This activates the brain’s natural healing process.

As processing completes, clients often notice:

• fewer emotional triggers
• reduced anxiety
• improved self-worth
• clearer thinking
• more confidence
• deeper sense of calm
• healthier boundaries

The memory won’t be erased, but the way your body and brain respond to it can.

EMDR is effective for a wide range of concerns, including:

• PTSD and trauma
• childhood emotional neglect
• attachment wounds
• panic and anxiety
• medical trauma
• grief and loss
• relationship patterns
• low self-worth
• phobias
• stress responses that feel out of proportion
• Creative blocks 
• Loss of motion syndrome - “The yipps”

Many clients seek EMDR when talk therapy has helped somewhat but deeper patterns remain.

Your nervous system sets the pace.
We focus on:

• safety
• stabilization
• consent at every step
• clear goals
• predictable structure
• grounding strategies
• emotional and somatic awareness
  

You never need to retell your trauma in detail for EMDR to be effective.
Our goal is for you to feel supported, empowered, and in control throughout the process.

1. Free Consultation
We help you determine whether EMDR, extended sessions, or an intensive is the best fit.

2. Assessment and Treatment Planning
Your therapist learns your history, symptoms, and goals.

3. Resourcing and Preparation
You learn grounding skills to ensure EMDR feels manageable and safe.

4. Reprocessing
With bilateral stimulation, your brain processes what was previously stuck.

5. Integration and Support
We help you understand the changes, insights, and new beliefs that emerge.