Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a specialized form of psychotherapy designed to help individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences and distressing memories. Developed in the late 1980s by psychologist Francine Shapiro, EMDR involves guiding clients through a series of eye movements while they recall traumatic or distressing events. This process is believed to help the brain reprocess these memories, reducing their emotional intensity and altering the negative beliefs associated with them. 

 

The purpose of EMDR is to alleviate the symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions by enabling individuals to process and integrate their traumatic experiences in a safe and controlled environment. The goal of EMDR therapy is to help individuals achieve a state of psychological balance and emotional well-being by reducing the distress associated with traumatic memories. 

 

During EMDR sessions, the therapist guides the client through eight phases of treatment, which include history taking, preparation, assessment, desensitization, installation of positive beliefs, body scan, closure, and reevaluation. Through bilateral stimulation, such as guided eye movements, tapping, or auditory tones, the therapist helps the client reprocess traumatic memories, diminishing their emotional charge and fostering new, healthier associations. By the end of EMDR therapy, clients typically experience reduced symptoms of trauma, increased emotional resilience, and an improved ability to function in daily life.

 

Our EMDR specific sessions are limited to 8 sessions only. To qualify for EMDR specific sessions, you must have engaged in consistent individual therapy for at least 6 months.

 

All EMDR specific sessions are in-person only.