EMDR
Trauma reprocessing therapy in Virginia
Does it feel like you’re on an emotional rollercoaster?
Maybe you’re having fights with your loved ones or you can’t stop worrying at the end of the day. You might be finding yourself thinking a lot about something that happened a long time ago, or feeling disconnected from the people around you. Some days it might feel like you’re constantly on the verge of tears.
No matter what it is, you’re beginning to notice how these issues are popping up in your every day life:
Struggling to keep the peace with your partner
Feeling nervous about new or even familiar situations
Mood swings that seem to come out of nowhere
EMDR can help.
It may feel impossible now, but you can feel stable again. You can heal from your past. You can live life with confidence and joy. And I can help you get there.
EMDR helps you:
Figure out how your past experiences are contributing to your current issues
Reprocess the old memories and neutralize their emotional charge
Gain a sense of peace and positivity related to your past, so you can move forward and live life on your terms.
I’ll help through this process, tailoring each step to your unique needs and circumstances. My approach to EMDR comes from a place of empowerment and optimism : I believe that we can heal from our pasts and go onto lead happy, fulfilling lives.
You don’t have to feel stuck.
I can help you move forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is EMDR?
A: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an empirically proven therapy that was originally developed to treat PTSD. It is now used to treat a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, chronic illness, grief, performance anxiety, and acute trauma. EMDR uses bilateral stimulation to help you desensitize and reprocess old stuff so that it loses its emotional power. You can learn more here.
Q: What is an EMDR session like?
A: EMDR works in phases, so we would work on identifying past memories and trauma that may be contributing to your current life circumstances. Then we would start working to reprocess those memories. EMDR can look a little bit different for everyone and can be a very powerful experience.
Q: How long do I need to be in therapy?
A: This will be different for everyone. EMDR can often help people start to notice changes within a few sessions. Sometimes clients want to work on multiple issues. We will meet in a way that works best for you and your goals.
Q: How do I know if EMDR will work for me?
A: EMDR has become one of the most researched therapy techniques and has been found to be very effective, but it is of course not for everyone. You have the right to stop EMDR at any time and continue on with “regular” talk therapy if that feels more comfortable for you.
Q: How do we get started?
A: Schedule a free 10 minute phone consultation so we can discuss your goals and how I can help you get there.