EMDR Therapy

The never-ending triggers of unprocessed trauma…

Every day can feel like an unpredictable rollercoaster for someone with PTSD. It’s like living at the mercy of their past, a past that continues to intrude upon their present.

When triggered, people with PTSD experience a torrent of thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and attitudes that can be overwhelming. Their thoughts are often flooded with memories of the traumatic event, leading to intense feelings of fear, anxiety, and panic. Behaviors may include constantly feeling on edge like you are looking for things that aren’t there, avoidance of people, places, and things that remind them of the event, or even random emotional outbursts.

Loved ones may struggle to understand and support them, while the individual may find it challenging to focus on their studies or job, leading to difficulties in meeting daily responsibilities. Social interactions can become strained, as they may withdraw from friends and loved ones to avoid triggers.

It’s important to remember that these clients are not alone, and there is hope for regaining control over their lives. Through therapy, they can learn effective strategies to manage and cope with PTSD triggers, allowing them to lead a more fulfilling and peaceful life.

EMDR can liberate you from past trauma.

I specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a highly effective method for processing traumatic experiences that may hold you back.

EMDR therapy is a highly specific, short-term approach. The therapy follows a strict protocol that focuses on reprocessing the roots of your traumatic memories. It makes you less reactive to those memories, and the effects are long-term.

Once traumatic memories release their grip, you’ll have greater self-esteem and self-worth, your relationships will improve, and you’ll lead a more fulfilling life.

Here’s how it works…

EMDR was developed in the late 1980s by Dr. Francine Shapiro, who discovered that certain eye movements can help the brain reprocess disturbing memories. EMDR quickly gained popularity because of its effectiveness in treating trauma.

What Happens in an EMDR Session? During an EMDR session, you and your therapist will work together to explore the traumatic memories that are causing you distress. You’ll start by talking about the specific memory, including the images, feelings, and thoughts associated with it.

The Magic of Eye Movement: Now, here’s where the magic happens. While you focus on the memory, your therapist will guide you to move your eyes back and forth, usually by following their hand or a light. This eye movement mimics the natural way our brain processes information during sleep.

Why Eye Movement? This eye movement helps your brain reprocess the traumatic memory. It’s like putting the memory in a new, more peaceful perspective. The distressing feelings attached to the memory start to fade, and you can begin to heal.

The best part is you don’t have to talk about every detail of the trauma if you’re not ready. EMDR can work even without sharing every little thing.

In the end, EMDR therapy is a powerful tool for moving past your trauma and finding peace once again. It’s like giving your brain a helping hand to let go of the pain and start fresh.

EMDR gives you results…

You have to be fully committed to the process, but if you are, you’ll get results faster than with traditional talk therapy.

I offer a free consultation to discuss the particulars of EMDR – to see if it’s right for you. Given your comfort and readiness, we’ll decide if it’s best to move forward.

It’s important to me that you’re informed, ready, and feel good about proceeding. When you are, I’ll be here, ready to start this journey of profound transformation with you.

You deserve to heal and live a life of peace.

Call today, and we’ll set up that free consultation: (201) 688-7533.