EMDR Therapy

Even when a difficult experience is over,  part of you can continue to respond as if it is still happening.

EMDR—Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing—is a structured form of therapy based on the idea that some distressing experiences can remain insufficiently processed, continuing to shape how we feel in the present. EMDR helps you revisit those experiences in a supported way so their memory can become less distressing and feel less present in your day-to-day life.

What does EMDR look like?

Together, we identify a memory or pattern to work on and pay attention to the thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations connected with it. During parts of the process, you may follow a back-and-forth movement with your eyes or use another form of bilateral stimulation, such as alternating taps.

You remain awake, aware, and in control throughout the process. You also do not necessarily need to describe every detail of what happened. We work at a pace that feels manageable, with time spent preparing and building resources before moving into more difficult material.

Is EMDR right for me?

EMDR is best known as a treatment for trauma and PTSD, but it can also be helpful when particular experiences from the past continue to contribute to anxiety, fear, shame, or patterns that feel difficult to change. We can talk together about whether EMDR makes sense for what you are experiencing and whether it is the right place to begin.

My training

I am a Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker completing specialized training in EMDR. I provide EMDR as part of my clinical work under the supervision of a licensed clinician. I offer reduced-fee EMDR therapy, making this treatment more accessible to clients who might otherwise have difficulty finding affordable EMDR services.

If you're curious about EMDR but aren't sure whether it's right for you, we can use a free consultation to talk about what you're experiencing and whether EMDR might be a good fit.