EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing

Rewiring the brain for healing.

Trauma has a way of keeping us stuck—memories, emotions, and physical sensations can remain trapped, making past experiences feel as overwhelming as the day they happened. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful, evidence-based therapy designed to help the brain reprocess distressing memories, allowing you to move forward without being controlled by the past.

Unlike traditional talk therapy, which primarily focuses on discussing experiences, EMDR works directly with the brain’s natural healing processes to shift how traumatic memories are stored. Research has shown that EMDR can significantly reduce trauma symptoms, helping people regain a sense of safety, clarity, and emotional balance. The American Psychological Association, the World Health Organization, and the Department of Veterans Affairs all recognize EMDR as one of the most effective treatments for PTSD and trauma-related symptoms.

Reprocessing trauma without reliving it.

EMDR is based on the understanding that trauma disrupts the brain’s ability to process information properly. Through guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation, EMDR helps the brain integrate traumatic memories in a way that reduces their emotional intensity. This approach allows you to:

  • Reduce the emotional charge of distressing memories without having to relive them in detail.

  • Shift negative self-beliefs formed by past experiences.

  • Break free from patterns of fear, avoidance, or emotional reactivity.

  • Develop a greater sense of control over your thoughts and emotions.

  • Heal from past wounds while staying grounded in the present.

Trauma can keep you stuck but healing is possible.

If you feel trapped by painful memories, overwhelming emotions, or patterns of self-protection that no longer serve you, EMDR can offer relief. Trauma can show up in many ways, including:

  • Intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, or nightmares.

  • Emotional numbness or feeling disconnected from yourself.

  • Anxiety, panic, or a constant sense of being on edge.

  • Self-doubt, shame, or feelings of unworthiness.

  • Avoidance of certain places, people, or situations.

  • Unexplained physical symptoms like tension, headaches, or fatigue.

EMDR helps the brain do what it was designed to do—heal. By working through trauma at a neurological level, EMDR allows you to experience relief that goes beyond just talking about your pain.