EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a psychotherapy method developed by Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s to alleviate distress associated with traumatic memories. It involves patients recalling traumatic events while a therapist guides their eye movements, helping the brain process and integrate these memories to reduce their emotional impact. EMDR follows an eight-phase approach and uses bilateral stimulation (e.g., eye movements, tapping, or auditory tones). Research supports its effectiveness, especially for PTSD, but it is also used for anxiety, depression, and phobias. 

Sometimes people just need to talk it out. We provide other interventions such as CBT, DBT, Solution Focused, symptom management, life skills and coping skills with an overall humanistic approach.

1. Anxiety Disorders:

   • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

   • Panic Disorder

   • Social Anxiety Disorder

   • Phobias

2. Depression:

   • Major Depressive Disorder

   • Dysthymia

3. Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders:

   • PTSD

   • Complex PTSD

   • Acute Stress Disorder

4. Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders:

   • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

5. Grief and Loss:

   • Complicated Grief

6. Dissociative Disorders:

   • Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)

   • Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder

7. Addictions:

   • Substance Use Disorders

   • Behavioral Addictions (e.g., gambling, sex addiction)

8. Personality Disorders:

   • Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

   • Other Personality Disorders with trauma-related symptoms

9. Eating Disorders:

   • Anorexia Nervosa

   • Bulimia Nervosa

   • Binge Eating Disorder

10. Chronic Pain and Somatic Symptoms:

    • Chronic Pain Syndromes

    • Somatic Symptom Disorder

11. Performance Anxiety and Enhancement:

    • Sports Performance

    • Academic Performance

    • Public Speaking

12. Self-Esteem Issues:

    • Negative Self-Beliefs

    • Confidence Issues

EMDR can be a versatile therapeutic tool for various conditions where trauma, stress, or negative self-beliefs play a significant role. It is most effective when administered by trained and certified mental health professionals.

An EMDR machine typically consists of a sleek, horizontal light bar that can be placed in front of the patient at eye level, with lights moving back and forth across the bar; small, wireless or wired handheld buzzers that fit comfortably in the patient's hands; a control unit with dials or digital controls for adjusting settings, featuring a simple interface for easy adjustments during therapy sessions; and standard over-ear or on-ear headphones connected to the control unit. 

Yes, based on the individual clients needs 

One of the best ways to determine if EMDR therapy is right for you is to talk to a licensed therapist and try it out for yourself.

Yes, please reach out and we will talk about your individual needs!