In today’s world, we have an abundance of self-help options, whether it’s through podcasts, Instagram content, or traditional self-help books. We often spend our time and resources on symptoms rather than the origins of our difficulties. Think of it like this: when you have a physical injury, your body naturally works to heal it. But if something keeps irritating the wound, it can get worse and cause more pain. Once the irritation is removed, the healing process can continue. EMDR therapy works in a similar way with your mind. The brain is naturally wired to move toward mental health, but sometimes a traumatic event can block or throw off this process, causing emotional pain to linger. EMDR helps remove these blocks, allowing your brain to heal.

EMDR therapy is well-researched and known to be an effective way to treat trauma.

It’s recognized as a proven treatment for PTSD and other stress-related issues by major organizations like the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, the World Health Organization, and many others around the world. These organizations rely on reviews of research to decide which mental health treatments really work, and EMDR consistently makes the list. 

Research shows that EMDR therapy can speed up the healing process, helping people experience the benefits of therapy in a much shorter time than traditional methods. Many people believe that severe emotional pain takes years to heal, but EMDR therapy proves that the mind can heal from psychological trauma just like the body heals from physical wounds.

As a Certified EMDR therapist and Approved Consultant, I use specific techniques and adapted protocols to help you tap into your brain’s natural ability to recover, guiding you toward healing and relief.

The benefits of EMDR are profound. Many people find that it not only helps them heal from trauma but also brings about a deeper sense of self-awareness and emotional resilience. With EMDR, the overwhelming feelings associated with painful memories can gradually dissolve, allowing you to approach life with a renewed sense of calm and confidence. This therapy is particularly effective for those who have experienced trauma, anxiety, or deeply rooted fears, providing a safe and supportive path to reclaiming your life.

Some of the areas EMDR can help with are:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Adjustment to major life stressors (birth of a child, death of a loved one, immigration, job loss, separation and divorce)
• Narcissistic abuse 
• Coping with chronic pain 
• Phobias 
• Acute and chronic stress 
• PTSD and complex trauma
• Childhood trauma and neglect 
• Adult survivors of narcissistic parents 
• Sexual trauma 
• Perfectionism 
• Performance enhancement in business, sport 

In our work together, you’ll find a caring, nurturing environment where we’ll take the time to process at your own pace, ensuring that you feel comfortable and supported every step of the way. EMDR is about more than just healing past wounds; it’s about empowering you to live fully in the present, free from the heaviness of the past.

EMDR has 8 phases that are woven into the therapeutic process. It attends to “3 prongs” which means the past, present and the future. For more information about how this process works, take a look at this short 4-minute video  from the EMDR International Association.