EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a highly effective, research-backed therapy designed to help the brain reprocess distressing experiences and release the emotional weight they carry. Rather than just talking about the past, EMDR works with the mind’s natural healing process to reduce the intensity of painful memories, calm the nervous system, and create space for new perspectives. Many people find that EMDR brings breakthroughs and relief in weeks that they were unable to access through traditional talk therapy alone.
What is EMDR?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is one of the most powerful and well-researched therapies available for healing trauma, anxiety, and other painful experiences that continue to affect daily life. Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR works directly with the brain’s natural ability to heal itself, helping you reprocess distressing memories so they no longer hold the same emotional weight. It is both gentle and highly effective, offering a way forward when you may feel stuck.
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How Effective is It?
EMDR is backed by decades of clinical research and is recommended by organizations such as the World Health Organization and the American Psychiatric Association as a frontline treatment for trauma and PTSD. Many people experience breakthroughs in a matter of weeks — progress that might take years in talk therapy. It has been shown to not only reduce symptoms of trauma, but also ease anxiety, depression, and other emotional challenges that often come along with it.
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How Does It Work?
EMDR uses a structured process involving bilateral stimulation — such as eye movements, gentle tapping, or sound — to activate the brain’s natural healing mechanisms. While focusing on specific memories or feelings, the brain is guided to reprocess the experience in a safe and supported way. Over time, what once felt overwhelming begins to feel more manageable. The memory is not erased, but its emotional charge is released, allowing space for clarity, peace, and a new perspective.
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What Can I Expect?
During our sessions, we begin by building trust and ensuring you feel safe and supported. You will always remain in control of the process — nothing happens without your consent. We will identify the experiences that continue to impact you and, when you are ready, use EMDR to gently reprocess them. Many clients describe feeling lighter, calmer, and more free after sessions, noticing that old triggers no longer have the same hold on them. Healing unfolds at your own pace, in a way that honors your unique journey.
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How Much Does It Cost?
Sessions are $120 each, with a need-based sliding scale available to ensure this transformative therapy is accessible. Your healing is an investment in your future, and my goal is to make sure that cost is never a barrier to receiving the care you deserve.