Some experiences live deep in the body and nervous system—long after the moment has passed. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful, research-backed therapy that helps the brain process and release unresolved trauma, so you can move forward without being held back by the past.

Originally developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro, EMDR uses gentle eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation to activate the brain’s natural healing process. It’s especially effective when talk therapy alone isn’t enough to shift the emotional weight of trauma.

What is EMDR?

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It’s an eight-phase therapy approach designed to help people process distressing memories and emotional blocks. Through guided sets of eye movements or tapping, EMDR helps the brain “reprocess” painful experiences, reducing their emotional charge and allowing you to heal at a deeper level.

How EMDR Can Help

• Trauma Healing – Gently process trauma, abuse, loss, and other overwhelming experiences.

• Symptom Relief – Decrease anxiety, depression, PTSD symptoms, and emotional triggers.

• Emotional Clarity – Create space for new insight, confidence, and a sense of peace.

• Lasting Change – Rewire old beliefs and patterns that have kept you stuck.

What to Expect

We’ll start by getting clear on your goals and creating a safe foundation. I’ll walk you through the EMDR process step by step, always checking in to make sure you feel supported and grounded. You’ll stay in control the entire time. As old memories surface, you may feel a range of emotions—but you’ll never be alone in it. My role is to guide the process and hold space for healing in a way that feels safe and empowering.

EMDR vs. Brainspotting: What’s the Difference?

Both EMDR and Brainspotting are powerful therapies that help people heal from trauma and emotional wounds—but they work in slightly different ways.

• EMDR is a structured, phased approach that uses eye movements or other bilateral stimulation to help you process painful memories. It’s often best for clearly identified traumas or when you want a more step-by-step method.

• Brainspotting is more intuitive and body-focused. It uses eye position to access deeper emotional layers and stored trauma. It’s ideal when experiences feel hard to put into words or when talk therapy hasn’t helped you feel fully seen or healed.

Still unsure? You don’t have to choose right away. In our first sessions, we can talk through what you’re experiencing and decide together which approach (or combination) feels like the best fit for you.