EMDR
EMDR
What is emdr therapy?
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing
EMDR is an evidence-based technique of psychotherapy that helps individuals heal from distressing life experiences or memories that impact their present lives. EMDR therapy allows the brain to reprocess memories so they feel less emotionally overwhelming and more like a past memory and less like a wound.
As a trained EMDR therapist, I have completed specialized education in the EMDR model and pursue ongoing training. This specialized training helps ensure EMDR is provided safely, effectively, and with each client's individual needs in mind.
How does emdr therapy work?
When a distressing event occurs, the brain may not fully process the experience. As a result, memories, emotions, physical sensations, and beliefs connected to that experience can become "stuck."
EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements, tapping, or alternating sounds) while focusing on aspects of the memory, allowing the brain to process the experience in a more adaptive way.
With reprocessing, many clients notice:
Reduced emotional intensity when thinking about the event
Feeling like the event is “farther away”
Fewer triggers in everyday life
Less anxiety, fear, shame, or guilt
Increased self-confidence and self-compassion
Greater sense of resolution and closure
What EMDR can Help with
Trauma and PTSD symptoms
Anxiety and panic symptoms
Childhood experiences and attachment wounds
Relationship issues
Low self-esteem and feelings of worthlessness
OCD and Phobias
Grief and loss
Stressful and overwhelming life events
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What Happens During EMDR?
EMDR follows an eight-phase treatment approach:
History taking and treatment planning
Preparation and coping skill development
Identifying target memories
Processing the memory using bilateral stimulation
Strengthening positive beliefs
Checking for remaining distress
Ensuring emotional stability at the end of sessions
Reevaluating progress over time
Before processing begins, I’d ensure we would spend time building coping skills and ensuring you feel prepared and supported.
Is emdr right for me?
EMDR therapy may be a good fit if:
You feel stuck despite understanding your struggles logically.
Certain memories, situations, or relationships continue to trigger strong emotional reactions.
You notice recurring patterns that seem connected to past experiences.
Traditional talk therapy has helped you gain insight, but you still feel emotionally "stuck."
Can I do EMDR therapy online?
Yes! EMDR therapy can be effectively provided through telehealth. Using virtual EMDR tools and techniques, many clients are able to process difficult experiences and make meaningful progress from the comfort of home. We'll move at a pace that feels right for you and make sure you feel prepared and supported throughout the process.
EMDR Session rates
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$120 per session
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$180 per session
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$240 per session
Can I use my insurance for EMDR sessions?
Insurance may be used for standard 60 minute sessions. For clients interested in longer EMDR sessions, 75-minute and 90-minute appointments are available as private pay options, allowing additional time for processing while reducing the need to feel rushed. Extended private pay sessions offer the flexibility to tailor our work to your individual needs, creating more space for processing, integration, and healing without being constrained by insurance guidelines.