EMDR
What is EMDR?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused therapy that helps people process distressing experiences that continue to affect how they feel, think, or respond in the present. Rather than simply talking about what happened, EMDR helps you work with the memories, emotions, beliefs, and body responses connected to those experiences so they can become less overwhelming.
How I Work With EMDR
I view EMDR as a collaborative process, not something that is simply done to you. We begin by understanding what brings you to therapy, identifying experiences or patterns you would like to change, and making sure you have the resources and sense of safety needed to begin processing.
During EMDR processing, I guide you through the protocol while paying close attention to what you are experiencing. We work together to identify meaningful targets and process the material at a pace that feels manageable and appropriate for you. I don't assume that every client needs to approach trauma in exactly the same way; I adapt the work to your needs, readiness, and goals.
For me, one of the most rewarding parts of EMDR therapy is witnessing the shift that can occur when something that once felt overwhelming begins to feel more manageable. Clients may begin to experience greater freedom from old patterns, increased confidence in themselves, and a different relationship with experiences that previously felt defining.
EMDR May Be Helpful For
Traumatic or distressing experiences
PTSD and trauma-related symptoms
Anxiety and fear responses
Difficult memories that continue to feel emotionally charged
Negative beliefs about yourself that developed from past experiences
Triggers that cause strong emotional or physical reactions
Experiences that feel "stuck" even though you understand them intellectually