Introduction to EMDR

  Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a highly effective and efficient evidenced-based approach for trauma treatment. Trauma treatment is not just about being physically or sexually abused. It is also for individuals who were in a car accident, bullied as a child and/or had parents/caregivers who were mean or belittling. When we go through an experience that has a negative impact on us, we tend to form negative beliefs about ourselves based on the incident. These negative beliefs are what drives our behaviors and how we interact with the world. Our negative beliefs also have the ability to increase anxious and depressive systems.

Does this sound familiar to you; I'm not good enough, I'm not safe, I am going to die, I am powerless, I don't deserve to be loved, I am inadequate, I am responsible, or I don't matter? If it does, you may be a good candidate for EMDR therapy. 

EMDR therapy is a holistic approach-based therapy, that uses bilateral stimulation, i.e., eye movements or alternative tapping to reduce distress caused by trauma or adverse experiences. EMDR reduces the distress caused by these incidents by focusing on the negative beliefs and the experiences that led to them. After the completion of EMDR therapy, you will view yourself in a more positive way.

 ANYONE EXPERIENCING THE FOLLOWING WOULD BENEFIT: 

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Grief and loss
• Performance Anxiety 
• Low self-esteem
• Panic attacks/Phobias/fears
• Childhood trauma and abuse
• Sexual abuse
• Physical abuse
• Difficulty trusting others
• Feelings of shame and guilt