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Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing-EMDR

Release stored trauma and reclaim your life.

According to a study published in the Journal of Traumatic Stress, 84%–90% of single-trauma victims no longer had PTSD after only 3 to 6 EMDR sessions (Shapiro, 1989).

What is EMDR?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful, evidence-based therapy designed to help people heal from the emotional distress and psychological symptoms that come from disturbing life experiences.

Doesn't require you to talk in detail about the painful event.
Uses bilateral stimulation (such as guided eye movements, tapping, or sounds) while you focus briefly on the memory.
Helps your brain reprocess the memory in a way that reduces its emotional charge and allows you to integrate it more adaptively.

At its core, EMDR helps your brain do what it naturally wants to do — heal.

What Can EMDR Help Treat?

EMDR was originally developed to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and it remains one of the most effective treatments for trauma today. However, research and clinical practice have shown it can be highly effective for a wide range of challenges, including:

PTSD and complex trauma
Anxiety and panic disorders
Depression
Grief and loss
Phobias
Chronic pain
Performance anxiety (including work, athletics, and creative performance)
Low self-esteem and negative self-beliefs
Emotional dysregulation
Disturbing memories or flashbacks

After EMDR Therapy

EMDR therapy is highly individualized. Some people experience significant relief in 6–12 sessions.

Emotional & Mental Well-being

Reduced emotional intensity around traumatic or painful memories
Less anxiety, panic, or fear triggered by past experiences
Greater emotional regulation and stability
Increased feelings of calm, safety, and empowerment
More self-compassion and less self-criticism related to trauma

Healing from Trauma & Difficult Memories

Traumatic memories feel more distant, neutral, or less "charged"
Reduced frequency and intensity of intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, or nightmares
Greater ability to recall the past without feeling overwhelmed or "stuck"
Increased clarity and coherence in understanding personal history
A stronger ability to separate past events from present-day experiences

Cognitive & Behavioral Shifts

Less negative self-beliefs (e.g., “I’m powerless,” “I’m broken,” “It was my fault”)
More adaptive, empowering self-beliefs (e.g., “I am strong,” “I am safe now”)
Reduced avoidance of reminders, situations, or relationships tied to trauma
Increased motivation and energy for personal goals and growth
More willingness to engage in new experiences without fear

Physical & Somatic Improvements

Decrease in body tension, chronic pain, or somatic symptoms linked to trauma
Improved sleep quality and relaxation ability
Fewer episodes of hypervigilance or feeling "on edge"
Greater connection between body and emotions (less numbness or dissociation)
Increased ability to notice and respond to body signals with care

Relationships & Social Well-being

More trust and openness in relationships
Reduced emotional reactivity in conflict or stressful situations
Less fear of abandonment, betrayal, or vulnerability
Greater ability to maintain healthy boundaries without guilt
Stronger sense of connection and belonging with others

Self-Trust & Inner Stability

Greater confidence in emotional resilience and self-soothing abilities
Increased sense of control over thoughts, feelings, and reactions
Less dependence on external validation or coping mechanisms
More comfort with uncertainty and change
A deeper trust in one’s ability to navigate life challenges

Meet our EMDR Therapists

Natalie Dupre, LMSW

STAFF THERAPIST

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