EMDR Therapy

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured, evidence-based therapy that helps people work through distressing memories and experiences that continue to affect them in the present.

Rather than focusing only on talking about the past, EMDR supports the brain’s natural ability to process experiences that were overwhelming at the time they occurred — experiences that may now show up as anxiety, emotional reactivity, negative beliefs about yourself, or a sense of being “stuck.”

What EMDR Can Help With

EMDR can be helpful for a range of concerns, including:

  • trauma and adverse experiences

  • anxiety rooted in past events

  • distressing memories that feel intrusive or unresolved

  • patterns of emotional reactivity or shutdown

  • negative beliefs about yourself that don’t seem to shift through insight alone

You do not need to have a single, clear “trauma” to benefit from EMDR. Many people seek EMDR because certain experiences continue to carry an emotional charge long after they’re over.

How EMDR Works

EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements, tapping, or tones) while you bring attention to aspects of a memory in a guided, intentional way. This process helps the nervous system integrate the experience more fully, so it no longer feels as present or overwhelming.

Importantly, EMDR does not require you to relive experiences in detail or share more than you’re comfortable with. The work is structured, collaborative, and paced with care.

My Approach to EMDR

I practice EMDR in a way that prioritizes preparation, safety, and choice.

Before moving into trauma processing, we spend time building internal and external resources — strengthening your ability to stay grounded, oriented, and supported. We move forward only when it feels appropriate, and we adjust the pace based on your experience, not a timeline.

EMDR is integrated into a relational therapeutic process, meaning:

  • we check in regularly about how the work is landing

  • you remain in control of the pace and focus

  • attention is paid to your nervous system throughout

EMDR is never rushed, forced, or done without consent.

What EMDR Sessions Are Like

EMDR sessions are thoughtful and contained. While we may touch on difficult material, the goal is not to overwhelm you, but to support meaningful processing in a way that feels manageable.

Some clients use EMDR as a primary focus of therapy, while others integrate it alongside ongoing individual therapy. We’ll work together to determine what makes the most sense for you.

Sessions are 45 minutes and offered through secure online therapy.

Is EMDR Right for You?

EMDR may be a good fit if:

  • you’ve gained insight but still feel emotionally stuck

  • certain memories continue to carry a strong emotional charge

  • talk therapy alone hasn’t fully shifted what you’re experiencing

  • you want a structured approach that still honors your pace

If you’re unsure, that’s okay. We can talk through your questions and consider whether EMDR feels like the right next step for you.