EMDR Therapists in Alpine, CA

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Molly Downs-Stoller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Alpine, CA 91901  (Online Only)
I am level 2 trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and trained in EMDR.
Welcome! If you're here, you're likely facing some of life's challenges and seeking support. Whether you're navigating important decisions, unexpected stress, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can provide a safe and supportive space for healing and growth. As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I specialize in Individual Therapy. One on one support for healing and finding new ways of living…and the space to explore your unique journey discovering who you are meant to be. Together, we'll work to cultivate more joy, fulfillment, and hope in your life. Don't face these challenges alone - let's start this journey together.
I am level 2 trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and trained in EMDR.
Welcome! If you're here, you're likely facing some of life's challenges and seeking support. Whether you're navigating important decisions, unexpected stress, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can provide a safe and supportive space for healing and growth. As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I specialize in Individual Therapy. One on one support for healing and finding new ways of living…and the space to explore your unique journey discovering who you are meant to be. Together, we'll work to cultivate more joy, fulfillment, and hope in your life. Don't face these challenges alone - let's start this journey together.
(619) 784-5399 View (619) 784-5399
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Nancy D. Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Alpine, CA 91901  (Online Only)
Using EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness, and your strengths.
Has life become overwhelming to you? Do you question yourself or your ability to be a loving spouse, friend, or parent? Is your child's challenging behaviors or your own traumatic childhood getting in the way of your dreams? Are you raising an adopted or foster child with a trauma history or unexplainable difficult behaviors? Has any of these caused you to feel secretly depressed and/or fearful that no one will understand or even really care?
Using EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness, and your strengths.
Has life become overwhelming to you? Do you question yourself or your ability to be a loving spouse, friend, or parent? Is your child's challenging behaviors or your own traumatic childhood getting in the way of your dreams? Are you raising an adopted or foster child with a trauma history or unexplainable difficult behaviors? Has any of these caused you to feel secretly depressed and/or fearful that no one will understand or even really care?
(619) 376-2367 View (619) 376-2367
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Mind Space Therapy and Hypnosis: MSTH
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, LAADC, EMDR, BSP
Verified Verified
Alpine, CA 91901
EMDR, NLP, BrainSpotting,Hypnosis and Energy psych/EFT (meridian tapping), are nontraditional modalities &the mainstay of how I work with individuals.
I have experience with adults & adolescents struggling with trauma, drug & alcohol use, addiction & dependency, as well as other major life issues. I enjoy assisting individuals traverse the obstacles that accompany the process of recovery or trauma related issues. The individual is a whole person & therefore the needs of service are holistic & focus on all aspects of the individual to create a treatment experience where not only the substance use is addressed but the underlying reasons for the substance abuse and other life challenges; these must all be addressed together for effective, long lasting and sustainable recovery.
EMDR, NLP, BrainSpotting,Hypnosis and Energy psych/EFT (meridian tapping), are nontraditional modalities &the mainstay of how I work with individuals.
I have experience with adults & adolescents struggling with trauma, drug & alcohol use, addiction & dependency, as well as other major life issues. I enjoy assisting individuals traverse the obstacles that accompany the process of recovery or trauma related issues. The individual is a whole person & therefore the needs of service are holistic & focus on all aspects of the individual to create a treatment experience where not only the substance use is addressed but the underlying reasons for the substance abuse and other life challenges; these must all be addressed together for effective, long lasting and sustainable recovery.
(626) 888-8114 View (626) 888-8114
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Anne Marie Perkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Alpine, CA 91901
I use an eclectic approach that provides results fast, CBT or EMDR for anxiety and trauma, Seeking Safety for substance abuse anxiety and depression, art therapy with children or anyone who struggles to find words to express their emotions.
As I walked though many personal difficult experieces in my life, I learned what I wanted from a good therapist. I have dedicated the last 10 years to becoming such a therapist for people who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma and tragic loss or overwhelming stress.
I use an eclectic approach that provides results fast, CBT or EMDR for anxiety and trauma, Seeking Safety for substance abuse anxiety and depression, art therapy with children or anyone who struggles to find words to express their emotions.
As I walked though many personal difficult experieces in my life, I learned what I wanted from a good therapist. I have dedicated the last 10 years to becoming such a therapist for people who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma and tragic loss or overwhelming stress.
(619) 369-1661 View (619) 369-1661
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Rooky Hayman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Alpine, CA 91901
I work with diverse populations of adults, teens, and couples, utilizing modalities such as EMDR, CBT, and Imago Therapy.
Life presents us with a multitude of challenges, each carrying the power to either diminish our spirit or bolster our resilience. My aim is to join you in navigating these pivotal moments that can enrich your life's narrative. Through this process, we’ll learn how to navigate life’s unpredictable waves, fostering not just survival, but a profound sense of peace and purpose in life. As we untangle the threads of worry, we’ll make space to focus on what truly matters: nurturing your self-worth, forging deeper connections with loved ones, and embracing a life that resonates with meaning and fulfillment.
I work with diverse populations of adults, teens, and couples, utilizing modalities such as EMDR, CBT, and Imago Therapy.
Life presents us with a multitude of challenges, each carrying the power to either diminish our spirit or bolster our resilience. My aim is to join you in navigating these pivotal moments that can enrich your life's narrative. Through this process, we’ll learn how to navigate life’s unpredictable waves, fostering not just survival, but a profound sense of peace and purpose in life. As we untangle the threads of worry, we’ll make space to focus on what truly matters: nurturing your self-worth, forging deeper connections with loved ones, and embracing a life that resonates with meaning and fulfillment.
(323) 760-7986 View (323) 760-7986
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Christa Mapes
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Alpine, CA 91901  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Christa is a trained Perinatal Mental Health Provider and is certified in EMDR.
Christa has a warm, collaborative approach that helps empower her clients to raise awareness, tap into their personal strengths and develop the skills to meet their desired treatment goals. Christa’s goal is to provide a safe therapeutic environment for clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use issues and perinatal mental health challenges. Christa believes there are many paths to healing and uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Motivational Interviewing and techniques in Mindfulness to meet her client's individual needs.
Christa is a trained Perinatal Mental Health Provider and is certified in EMDR.
Christa has a warm, collaborative approach that helps empower her clients to raise awareness, tap into their personal strengths and develop the skills to meet their desired treatment goals. Christa’s goal is to provide a safe therapeutic environment for clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use issues and perinatal mental health challenges. Christa believes there are many paths to healing and uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Motivational Interviewing and techniques in Mindfulness to meet her client's individual needs.
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Kyung St Laurence
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92021
My specialties include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and integration of Eastern and Western philosophies.
I have worked with a wide range of clients from all backgrounds, with an emphasis on treating veterans and their families. I value a person-centered approach to building respectful and collaborative relationships to empower the change my clients seek through therapy. My area of particular interest is in working with individuals during life transitions, dealing with childhood trauma, OCD, ADHD, loss and grief, transgender issues, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal relationship struggles.
My specialties include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and integration of Eastern and Western philosophies.
I have worked with a wide range of clients from all backgrounds, with an emphasis on treating veterans and their families. I value a person-centered approach to building respectful and collaborative relationships to empower the change my clients seek through therapy. My area of particular interest is in working with individuals during life transitions, dealing with childhood trauma, OCD, ADHD, loss and grief, transgender issues, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal relationship struggles.
(619) 393-6219 View (619) 393-6219
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Saranne Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeside, CA 92040
I am working on my EMDR certification, I am trained in Critical Incident Stress Management and have a degree in Child Development.
I believe that everyone has wounded places in their hearts that could benefit from counseling. Many people at some point realize that the challenges of life are too much to manage on their own and decide to seek help from a professional that can support them as they navigate the challenges that life can bring at times. My work is based on helping people to heal from the wounds of the past and deal with present stressors in an environment of safety and acceptance. My passion is to provide support as they work toward fulfillment in their lives.
I am working on my EMDR certification, I am trained in Critical Incident Stress Management and have a degree in Child Development.
I believe that everyone has wounded places in their hearts that could benefit from counseling. Many people at some point realize that the challenges of life are too much to manage on their own and decide to seek help from a professional that can support them as they navigate the challenges that life can bring at times. My work is based on helping people to heal from the wounds of the past and deal with present stressors in an environment of safety and acceptance. My passion is to provide support as they work toward fulfillment in their lives.
(619) 259-5145 View (619) 259-5145
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Brittany Vickers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lakeside, CA 92040
My name is Brittany and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in the Bay Area and supporting clients statewide via telehealth. I love working with adolescents, and adults, and I specialize in anxiety, perfectionism, depression, and self-esteem issues through a reflective and humanistic trauma-informed approach. My work is grounded in Anti-Racist and Feminist Scholarship, Polyvagal Theory, Relational Neurobiology, Mindfulness, and Attachment Theories.
My name is Brittany and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in the Bay Area and supporting clients statewide via telehealth. I love working with adolescents, and adults, and I specialize in anxiety, perfectionism, depression, and self-esteem issues through a reflective and humanistic trauma-informed approach. My work is grounded in Anti-Racist and Feminist Scholarship, Polyvagal Theory, Relational Neurobiology, Mindfulness, and Attachment Theories.
(951) 364-2805 View (951) 364-2805
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LifeStance Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lakeside, CA 92040
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
(844) 701-0498 View (844) 701-0498
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Christine Wenderoth
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92021
Therapy can be a creative process. clients see me as someone who is sincerely invested In their best interest and helping to improve their lives. I have a background in education, And I hope you'll view me as a trusted teacher who can help you gain self-awareness . I will tell her therapy to your individual needs, aligned with your story, life experience, and personal growth process. I'll help you identify your thinking patterns and change damaging core beliefs that may be sabotaging how you operate in the world.
Therapy can be a creative process. clients see me as someone who is sincerely invested In their best interest and helping to improve their lives. I have a background in education, And I hope you'll view me as a trusted teacher who can help you gain self-awareness . I will tell her therapy to your individual needs, aligned with your story, life experience, and personal growth process. I'll help you identify your thinking patterns and change damaging core beliefs that may be sabotaging how you operate in the world.
(310) 564-8049 View (310) 564-8049
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Brooke Serrano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92021
Hello! My name is Brooke Serrano, and I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have a drive for working with young adults, adolescents, and teens. By using a client-centered approach, I focus on your individual goals and exactly what you want from therapy. Therapy is what you make it! I have a lot of experience working with different diagnoses including GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder), Major Depression Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma, Domestic Violence, PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), Grief, DID (dissociative identity disorder), and LGBTIA+ communities.
Hello! My name is Brooke Serrano, and I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have a drive for working with young adults, adolescents, and teens. By using a client-centered approach, I focus on your individual goals and exactly what you want from therapy. Therapy is what you make it! I have a lot of experience working with different diagnoses including GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder), Major Depression Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma, Domestic Violence, PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), Grief, DID (dissociative identity disorder), and LGBTIA+ communities.
(858) 758-3232 View (858) 758-3232
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Healing Balance Therapy Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92021
Welcome to Healing Balance Therapy Inc. We are a group of highly trained and intuitive therapists who take gratitude in honoring individuals on their healing journey to balance. We are a mix of licensed and associate therapists with varying mental health degrees and licenses. We have a passion for helping clients increase insight around their barriers to growth. Our therapists have extensive knowledge in teaching clients how to process difficult life events and increase their authentic coping skills. For more information please copy and paste... www.healingbalancetherapy.com or click on our website link to the right.
Welcome to Healing Balance Therapy Inc. We are a group of highly trained and intuitive therapists who take gratitude in honoring individuals on their healing journey to balance. We are a mix of licensed and associate therapists with varying mental health degrees and licenses. We have a passion for helping clients increase insight around their barriers to growth. Our therapists have extensive knowledge in teaching clients how to process difficult life events and increase their authentic coping skills. For more information please copy and paste... www.healingbalancetherapy.com or click on our website link to the right.
(619) 382-3154 View (619) 382-3154
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Esther Yi
PsyD
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92021  (Online Only)
Life is sometimes unexpectedly difficult and suffering can be inevitable. However, how you respond to life circumstances can drastically change your ability to enjoy life. I have worked with those that believed in lies about themselves after a traumatic incident, childhood, or their own minds. These lies can be crippling and result in anxiety, depression, addictions, school related difficulties, stress, anger, parenting, communication difficulties, relational issues, family problems, job dissatisfaction and more. I provide different perspectives that encourage personal healing and relief. Change your mind change your life
Life is sometimes unexpectedly difficult and suffering can be inevitable. However, how you respond to life circumstances can drastically change your ability to enjoy life. I have worked with those that believed in lies about themselves after a traumatic incident, childhood, or their own minds. These lies can be crippling and result in anxiety, depression, addictions, school related difficulties, stress, anger, parenting, communication difficulties, relational issues, family problems, job dissatisfaction and more. I provide different perspectives that encourage personal healing and relief. Change your mind change your life
(619) 367-9154 View (619) 367-9154
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Phoebe Pantaleon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lakeside, CA 92040
Hello! My name is Phoebe Pantaleon, a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) in California. I have worked in this field since 2015 in various behavioral and mental health clinics, along with all levels of recovery treatment centers with addiction and dual diagnoses. I’m currently in schooling for my Doctorate (PhD) in General Psychology with a Counseling specialization.
Hello! My name is Phoebe Pantaleon, a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) in California. I have worked in this field since 2015 in various behavioral and mental health clinics, along with all levels of recovery treatment centers with addiction and dual diagnoses. I’m currently in schooling for my Doctorate (PhD) in General Psychology with a Counseling specialization.
(669) 600-0498 View (669) 600-0498
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Lauren Spinelli - Good Talk Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92021
Are you feeling like life is getting a bit heavy? Maybe you're dealing with overwhelming emotions, stress, anxiety or just feeling alone in it all. Challenges will inevitably arise throughout life. Some can be handled effectively on our own and some require additional support. That's where I come in! First of all, kudos to you for having the strength and courage to ask for help. I'd consider it a privilege to support you in whatever you're going through. For over 11 years, I've devoted my life to listening to people share their fears and frustrations, while equipping them with the tools to live more fulfilling and joyful lives.
Are you feeling like life is getting a bit heavy? Maybe you're dealing with overwhelming emotions, stress, anxiety or just feeling alone in it all. Challenges will inevitably arise throughout life. Some can be handled effectively on our own and some require additional support. That's where I come in! First of all, kudos to you for having the strength and courage to ask for help. I'd consider it a privilege to support you in whatever you're going through. For over 11 years, I've devoted my life to listening to people share their fears and frustrations, while equipping them with the tools to live more fulfilling and joyful lives.
(619) 361-7865 View (619) 361-7865

Online Therapists

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Lisa L Baez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chino Hills, CA 91709  (Online Only)
My virtual EMDR clinical therapy services allow clients to receive the support and guidance they need from the comfort and privacy of their own homes by offering a safe and confidential space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and work towards their personal goals.
I am ready to help you navigate your healing journey! I have over 30 years’ experience in the mental health field and have been providing therapy services to children, adults, couples, and families. My focus now is helping adults heal from trauma and distress with online EMDR therapy. I am very passionate about helping others heal and I look forward to partnering with you on your journey. As an EMDR certified therapist and consultant in training (CIT), I provide virtual/telehealth consultation hours to therapists. Through online consultation services, I help therapists deepen their understanding of EMDR therapy and its applications
My virtual EMDR clinical therapy services allow clients to receive the support and guidance they need from the comfort and privacy of their own homes by offering a safe and confidential space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and work towards their personal goals.
I am ready to help you navigate your healing journey! I have over 30 years’ experience in the mental health field and have been providing therapy services to children, adults, couples, and families. My focus now is helping adults heal from trauma and distress with online EMDR therapy. I am very passionate about helping others heal and I look forward to partnering with you on your journey. As an EMDR certified therapist and consultant in training (CIT), I provide virtual/telehealth consultation hours to therapists. Through online consultation services, I help therapists deepen their understanding of EMDR therapy and its applications
(909) 302-0630 View (909) 302-0630
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Peter Smick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130  (Online Only)
My integrative approach combines Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT); Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR); Internal Family Systems (IFS); Attachment-Based Trauma Therapy.
My name is Peter Smick, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I specialize in depression, anxiety, and relational trauma. Through my integrative approach, I will assist you in discovering your own path to inner peace and forging healthier relationships.
My integrative approach combines Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT); Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR); Internal Family Systems (IFS); Attachment-Based Trauma Therapy.
My name is Peter Smick, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I specialize in depression, anxiety, and relational trauma. Through my integrative approach, I will assist you in discovering your own path to inner peace and forging healthier relationships.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Ana-Lisa Bartelt: Hope Therapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chula Vista, CA 91914  (Online Only)
Aloha! Life is full of change and transition, and that means life is also full of times when we need extra support to manage the anxiety, depression, and/or distress that often comes along with it. If this sounds like you, you're in the right place. I like to think of myself as a treatment partner, not someone who sits silently while you figure out your own path forward. That means I take a holistic, collaborative approach to treatment, with a nod to evidence-based practices, such as CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, as well as using EMDR and trauma-focused CPT for PTSD and other trauma-related symptoms.
Aloha! Life is full of change and transition, and that means life is also full of times when we need extra support to manage the anxiety, depression, and/or distress that often comes along with it. If this sounds like you, you're in the right place. I like to think of myself as a treatment partner, not someone who sits silently while you figure out your own path forward. That means I take a holistic, collaborative approach to treatment, with a nod to evidence-based practices, such as CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, as well as using EMDR and trauma-focused CPT for PTSD and other trauma-related symptoms.
(619) 598-0797 View (619) 598-0797
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Javier Perales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Tustin, CA 92780
I utilize Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and 12-step facilitation to assist my clients with meeting their treatmen.
My client focus is to help my clients achieve their treatment goals and help them improve their quality of life. I work with adults and older adults from different backgrounds and cultures, who may be experiencing impairments as a result of past traumas, PTSD, abuse, grief, substance use and addictions, sexual orientation issues, anxiety, and depression.
I utilize Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and 12-step facilitation to assist my clients with meeting their treatmen.
My client focus is to help my clients achieve their treatment goals and help them improve their quality of life. I work with adults and older adults from different backgrounds and cultures, who may be experiencing impairments as a result of past traumas, PTSD, abuse, grief, substance use and addictions, sexual orientation issues, anxiety, and depression.
(657) 357-4037 View (657) 357-4037

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EMDR Therapists

Who is EMDR for?

EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.

Why do people need EMDR?

People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.

What problems does EMDR treat?

First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.

What happens in EMDR therapy?

First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.