EMDR Therapists in Walnut Creek, CA
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I am trained in EMDR as well as intersubjective psychoanlaysis.
Hi! I'm so glad you're here. Welcome to my profile. Many of the clients I've worked with have experienced a sense of feeling stuck in some area of their life whether it's in their relationships with themselves or with others. They desire for their life to look different, but are at a loss of how to create the change they're longing for and only end up feeling anxious, depressed, or attempting to fill the void or distract from the feelings of overwhelm that a different way of life is possible.
I am trained in EMDR as well as intersubjective psychoanlaysis.
Hi! I'm so glad you're here. Welcome to my profile. Many of the clients I've worked with have experienced a sense of feeling stuck in some area of their life whether it's in their relationships with themselves or with others. They desire for their life to look different, but are at a loss of how to create the change they're longing for and only end up feeling anxious, depressed, or attempting to fill the void or distract from the feelings of overwhelm that a different way of life is possible.
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Nicole Michelle Farber
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
I bring in holistic and research-based modalities like IFS and EMDR and by following your lead, we embark on a collaborative journey where your concerns and aspirations guide the process.
We all come with different stories, identities, backgrounds, cultures, and representations of our experiences which make up who we are and how we relate to the people and world around us. Therapy is an opportunity to examine, understand, and process these parts in order to find our place in the world, establish healthy relationships, and feel a sense of joy and satisfaction in life. Whether you're contending with the echoes of childhood trauma, navigating the many realms and layers of identity, or grappling with the weight of anxiety and depression, my therapeutic space is crafted to honor your individuality.
I bring in holistic and research-based modalities like IFS and EMDR and by following your lead, we embark on a collaborative journey where your concerns and aspirations guide the process.
We all come with different stories, identities, backgrounds, cultures, and representations of our experiences which make up who we are and how we relate to the people and world around us. Therapy is an opportunity to examine, understand, and process these parts in order to find our place in the world, establish healthy relationships, and feel a sense of joy and satisfaction in life. Whether you're contending with the echoes of childhood trauma, navigating the many realms and layers of identity, or grappling with the weight of anxiety and depression, my therapeutic space is crafted to honor your individuality.
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Sally LoGrasso
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), certified Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (a body oriented talking approach) and I’m certified in TIST (Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment).
As a psychotherapist, I work to create a warm and safe environment where it is possible for you to be seen and understood. In my work I combine insight oriented talking therapy, with more cutting edge Somatic and Energy therapies. I will help you explore your beliefs and unconscious/habitual responses that are born from your original relationships. In exploring the positive and negative ways in which these beliefs and responses play out in your interpersonal relationships, you will understand yourself in new ways. It is out of this context that healing can take place.
Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), certified Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (a body oriented talking approach) and I’m certified in TIST (Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment).
As a psychotherapist, I work to create a warm and safe environment where it is possible for you to be seen and understood. In my work I combine insight oriented talking therapy, with more cutting edge Somatic and Energy therapies. I will help you explore your beliefs and unconscious/habitual responses that are born from your original relationships. In exploring the positive and negative ways in which these beliefs and responses play out in your interpersonal relationships, you will understand yourself in new ways. It is out of this context that healing can take place.
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I am EMDR trained.
Psychotherapy is an exciting, personal growth experience. I use a combination of psychodynamic therapy, behavioral and cognitive behavioral therapy and desensitization for fears and phobias. I work with each individual to develop a unique therapeutic plan. I have helped many people manage their anxiety, phobias and depression in a safe environment. Insight, behavior change, and cognitive reframing help to replace the negative, self sabotaging behaviors. Psychotherapy helps one to develop a more fulfilling life. I am EMDR trained; Pay for Service only due to skill level, session length exceeding Insurance Requirements.
I am EMDR trained.
Psychotherapy is an exciting, personal growth experience. I use a combination of psychodynamic therapy, behavioral and cognitive behavioral therapy and desensitization for fears and phobias. I work with each individual to develop a unique therapeutic plan. I have helped many people manage their anxiety, phobias and depression in a safe environment. Insight, behavior change, and cognitive reframing help to replace the negative, self sabotaging behaviors. Psychotherapy helps one to develop a more fulfilling life. I am EMDR trained; Pay for Service only due to skill level, session length exceeding Insurance Requirements.
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These times are pretty darn challenging & I hope you are finding support! Therapy can certainly be a place to feel safe, connected, supported, & truly cared for. A place to find relief, time out, & a place to heal and sort things out. I work with issues ranging from low self-esteem to grief, transitions, depression, anxiety, work balance, overwhelm and more.. There are breakthrough psychological approaches that can provide hope and real results including EMDR, EFT, Heartmath, IFS and more. Psychotherapy has come a long ways in providing clarity, hope, direction, deep healing and just plain relief. I look forward to your call!
These times are pretty darn challenging & I hope you are finding support! Therapy can certainly be a place to feel safe, connected, supported, & truly cared for. A place to find relief, time out, & a place to heal and sort things out. I work with issues ranging from low self-esteem to grief, transitions, depression, anxiety, work balance, overwhelm and more.. There are breakthrough psychological approaches that can provide hope and real results including EMDR, EFT, Heartmath, IFS and more. Psychotherapy has come a long ways in providing clarity, hope, direction, deep healing and just plain relief. I look forward to your call!
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Eric Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CSAT-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I have received specialized training as a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist (CSAT) and am trained in EMDR.
Has your addictive behavior gotten out of control? Are you struggling with pornography or compulsive sexual behavior? Do you need to repair damage caused in your relationship or rebuild trust? You are not alone and there is a way through it. I am the founder and clinical director of Pathway Therapy Center where we specialize in helping clients get through the crisis that addiction causes and work to find recovery and healing. Further, I offer weekly Men's recovery groups to help building community and reduce shame around addiction; an essential piece of the recovery process.
I have received specialized training as a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist (CSAT) and am trained in EMDR.
Has your addictive behavior gotten out of control? Are you struggling with pornography or compulsive sexual behavior? Do you need to repair damage caused in your relationship or rebuild trust? You are not alone and there is a way through it. I am the founder and clinical director of Pathway Therapy Center where we specialize in helping clients get through the crisis that addiction causes and work to find recovery and healing. Further, I offer weekly Men's recovery groups to help building community and reduce shame around addiction; an essential piece of the recovery process.
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EMDR therapist in the East Bay specialized in Trauma / PTSD, Marriage Counseling, Food Issues / Disordered Eating, Anxiety, LGBTQ, Depression, Women's Issues, Spirituality, Life Transitions, Adoption, Parenting, and Teen Issues. I regularly see Couples, Families, Teens and Adults ranging from early adolescence to late 60's.
EMDR therapist in the East Bay specialized in Trauma / PTSD, Marriage Counseling, Food Issues / Disordered Eating, Anxiety, LGBTQ, Depression, Women's Issues, Spirituality, Life Transitions, Adoption, Parenting, and Teen Issues. I regularly see Couples, Families, Teens and Adults ranging from early adolescence to late 60's.
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Monica Horowitz
Psychological Associate, MA , PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I have specialized training in; EMDR, neuropsychology, forensic psychology, sexual and childhood trauma, sexual identity and expression, domestic violence, bipolar disorders, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), anxiety disorders, emotional regulation, and self-injurious behaviors.
Hello! Let me congratulate you on taking the first step towards your-self discovery and personal healing. I understand how challenging it is to find a therapist who will honor, respect, and value the often private and personal information you share in session. I believe in providing clients space to feel safe enough to unpack suppressed emotions and thoughts while gently offering insights to how their patterns might be counterintuitive to the goals they want. The fundamentals of my practice include being genuine, compassionate, empowerment of others, unbiased, no judgments, and being scientifically sound.
I have specialized training in; EMDR, neuropsychology, forensic psychology, sexual and childhood trauma, sexual identity and expression, domestic violence, bipolar disorders, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), anxiety disorders, emotional regulation, and self-injurious behaviors.
Hello! Let me congratulate you on taking the first step towards your-self discovery and personal healing. I understand how challenging it is to find a therapist who will honor, respect, and value the often private and personal information you share in session. I believe in providing clients space to feel safe enough to unpack suppressed emotions and thoughts while gently offering insights to how their patterns might be counterintuitive to the goals they want. The fundamentals of my practice include being genuine, compassionate, empowerment of others, unbiased, no judgments, and being scientifically sound.
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Janelle Webster
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
By utilizing skills from IFS (Internal Family Systems) as well as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) we will stabilize your nervous system and bring your body back to a peaceful center.
Are you concerned your unresolved trauma is holding you back from truly healing? Are you worried that you and your family are not meeting their full potential and are blocked from progression? Is your marriage or relationship not as close as it used to be and a constant source of stress? Together, we can find a path to healing you and your relationships. If you are seeking greater peace from trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues please reach out today.
By utilizing skills from IFS (Internal Family Systems) as well as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) we will stabilize your nervous system and bring your body back to a peaceful center.
Are you concerned your unresolved trauma is holding you back from truly healing? Are you worried that you and your family are not meeting their full potential and are blocked from progression? Is your marriage or relationship not as close as it used to be and a constant source of stress? Together, we can find a path to healing you and your relationships. If you are seeking greater peace from trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues please reach out today.
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David Shaw
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (Online Only)
The somatic work of Stanley Keleman and EMDR have been empowering in my life journey.
I have 45 years of experience helping clients talk about their current lives. With this information I am able to gain a clear description of what is important for my clients. I know each client has their unique ways of expressing themself. For my part I approach each client in a calm caring manner. My intention is to establish a safe environment for self-disclosure. Being a therapist is part of my passion in life. It has always been more than a career. It is part of my spiritual path. While the therapeutic method is important the connection the therapist and client have with one another is the key to the healing process.
The somatic work of Stanley Keleman and EMDR have been empowering in my life journey.
I have 45 years of experience helping clients talk about their current lives. With this information I am able to gain a clear description of what is important for my clients. I know each client has their unique ways of expressing themself. For my part I approach each client in a calm caring manner. My intention is to establish a safe environment for self-disclosure. Being a therapist is part of my passion in life. It has always been more than a career. It is part of my spiritual path. While the therapeutic method is important the connection the therapist and client have with one another is the key to the healing process.
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Jackie Alvarado
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, APCC, PPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (Online Only)
With a trauma-focused lens, coupled with my awareness and sensitivity of culture/cultural backgrounds/cultural traditions, I work with modalities such as mindfulness, various breath-work techniques/exercises, somatic experiencing (SE), Hakomi Body Based Therapy, Existential Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and EMDR.
Are you a parent who would like to get your child support? Are you questioning life transitions and searching for support? Are you experiencing grief/loss? Do you want to strengthen your relationships? Are you struggling with addiction? Are you an educator experiencing work stress or chronic stress? If you've answered yes to any of these questions, you're in the right place! I am an LMFT working in both the Bay and Sacramento areas. As a graduate of St. Mary's College of California, I have the expertise to support and guide you towards symptom relief and live a life full of gratitude and tranquility.
With a trauma-focused lens, coupled with my awareness and sensitivity of culture/cultural backgrounds/cultural traditions, I work with modalities such as mindfulness, various breath-work techniques/exercises, somatic experiencing (SE), Hakomi Body Based Therapy, Existential Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and EMDR.
Are you a parent who would like to get your child support? Are you questioning life transitions and searching for support? Are you experiencing grief/loss? Do you want to strengthen your relationships? Are you struggling with addiction? Are you an educator experiencing work stress or chronic stress? If you've answered yes to any of these questions, you're in the right place! I am an LMFT working in both the Bay and Sacramento areas. As a graduate of St. Mary's College of California, I have the expertise to support and guide you towards symptom relief and live a life full of gratitude and tranquility.
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Don Elium
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
Trained in EMDR, Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, Internal Family Systems, Gottman Couples Method, Developmental Couple Therapy, Discernment Counseling, Grief Recovery, & NVC that helps talk therapy bring about emotional, mental- behavioral changes to bring the best to you to your life circumstances.
Trying to make something work by pretending to feel, think or act in ways that go against how you really feel is exhausting to the body, mind and your spirit. This realization can feel very uncomfortable. However, it is the door to finding both your aliveness and yourself as you investigate what you really feel and think about the situations that are distressing in yourself, family and work situations. I'd like to help you make the actual changes that you need to make. I help you find and focus on what is actually alive in you. All sessions are TeleHealth that creates a safe environment in the convenience of your home or office.
Trained in EMDR, Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, Internal Family Systems, Gottman Couples Method, Developmental Couple Therapy, Discernment Counseling, Grief Recovery, & NVC that helps talk therapy bring about emotional, mental- behavioral changes to bring the best to you to your life circumstances.
Trying to make something work by pretending to feel, think or act in ways that go against how you really feel is exhausting to the body, mind and your spirit. This realization can feel very uncomfortable. However, it is the door to finding both your aliveness and yourself as you investigate what you really feel and think about the situations that are distressing in yourself, family and work situations. I'd like to help you make the actual changes that you need to make. I help you find and focus on what is actually alive in you. All sessions are TeleHealth that creates a safe environment in the convenience of your home or office.
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I have had specified training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), & Suicide Prevention.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with over half a decade of experience, I have had the great pleasure in serving individuals, couples, families, and therapy groups in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. I have provided therapy services for folks aged 5 to 65, couples, families, trauma survivors, students, and LGBTQIA individuals and couples, supporting them in navigating difficult developmental milestones, career and life stressors, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, substance dependency, and much more.
I have had specified training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), & Suicide Prevention.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with over half a decade of experience, I have had the great pleasure in serving individuals, couples, families, and therapy groups in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. I have provided therapy services for folks aged 5 to 65, couples, families, trauma survivors, students, and LGBTQIA individuals and couples, supporting them in navigating difficult developmental milestones, career and life stressors, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, substance dependency, and much more.
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I also practice EMDR as a specialized trauma work modality.
Trauma may manifest in your life as all kinds of disruptions, such as anxiety, depression, burnout, nightmares, family conflicts, or relationship struggles. Yet, I see them as how your pain has found its own way to show up in this particular form. I approach this work with a trauma lens, yet it doesn’t mean that I will be searching for your “brokenness”. I see trauma as an inherent aspect of the human condition, and that we are all continuously healing from traumas, whether “big” or “small”, personal or collective.
I also practice EMDR as a specialized trauma work modality.
Trauma may manifest in your life as all kinds of disruptions, such as anxiety, depression, burnout, nightmares, family conflicts, or relationship struggles. Yet, I see them as how your pain has found its own way to show up in this particular form. I approach this work with a trauma lens, yet it doesn’t mean that I will be searching for your “brokenness”. I see trauma as an inherent aspect of the human condition, and that we are all continuously healing from traumas, whether “big” or “small”, personal or collective.
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I am an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) practitioner and consultant.
I offer many treatment modalities, and specialize in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), an information processing approach which integrates elements of many effective psychotherapies: psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, interpersonal, experiential, and body-centered therapies in a phase structured protocol.
For over three decades,I have been helping adults of all ages deal with emotional difficulties including anxiety, depression, phobias, health concerns, grief, stress, and issues of aging.
I am an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) practitioner and consultant.
I offer many treatment modalities, and specialize in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), an information processing approach which integrates elements of many effective psychotherapies: psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, interpersonal, experiential, and body-centered therapies in a phase structured protocol.
For over three decades,I have been helping adults of all ages deal with emotional difficulties including anxiety, depression, phobias, health concerns, grief, stress, and issues of aging.
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Rhonda Barovsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
People come to therapy because they want to feel better. If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, or relationship problems, if you have experienced rape, childhood abuse, domestic violence, please call me. I also work with people who have experienced the death of a loved one, including their child. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, TEAM-CBT model developed by David Burns, MD, including powerful and effective techniques designed to move you from despair to joy. I also use EMDR, Hypnosis and Ketamine Assisted Therapy. "She was helpful, and understanding. I couldn't have gotten to where I am right now without her." KT
People come to therapy because they want to feel better. If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, or relationship problems, if you have experienced rape, childhood abuse, domestic violence, please call me. I also work with people who have experienced the death of a loved one, including their child. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, TEAM-CBT model developed by David Burns, MD, including powerful and effective techniques designed to move you from despair to joy. I also use EMDR, Hypnosis and Ketamine Assisted Therapy. "She was helpful, and understanding. I couldn't have gotten to where I am right now without her." KT
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Elese Lorentzen (Accepting In-Person Tele. Clients)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ASW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Accepting New Clients: In-Person Sessions/Walk from BART & Telehealth. Does everyday life feel burdensome but you're ready to work towards meaningful change in your life? I’m ready to help you. I’m a psychotherapist who works with adults who have experienced trauma, depression, and anxiety. To address these issues, I recommend using EMDR, somatic practices, and psychodynamic (inner child work) interventions. I have deep knowledge of family and work issues that you may be facing, including narcissistic abuse, complex trauma (CPTSD), emotional incest, parentification, codependency, enmeshment, and relational power dynamics.
Accepting New Clients: In-Person Sessions/Walk from BART & Telehealth. Does everyday life feel burdensome but you're ready to work towards meaningful change in your life? I’m ready to help you. I’m a psychotherapist who works with adults who have experienced trauma, depression, and anxiety. To address these issues, I recommend using EMDR, somatic practices, and psychodynamic (inner child work) interventions. I have deep knowledge of family and work issues that you may be facing, including narcissistic abuse, complex trauma (CPTSD), emotional incest, parentification, codependency, enmeshment, and relational power dynamics.
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I offer trauma-informed care, including EMDR therapy.
Therapy is for everyone. No matter where you are in your personal journey, my role is to hold a safe space for you to reflect, explore, heal and move towards your goals. Together, we’ll highlight the strengths and resilience you already have, as well as identify opportunities for shifts that align with your hopes and values. My therapeutic demeanor is warm, friendly, empathetic, and nonjudgmental. I strive to take a holistic approach to your mental health journey by considering a range of factors that may impact you. It is a tremendous privilege to hold space for my clients and be a companion on their therapy journeys.
I offer trauma-informed care, including EMDR therapy.
Therapy is for everyone. No matter where you are in your personal journey, my role is to hold a safe space for you to reflect, explore, heal and move towards your goals. Together, we’ll highlight the strengths and resilience you already have, as well as identify opportunities for shifts that align with your hopes and values. My therapeutic demeanor is warm, friendly, empathetic, and nonjudgmental. I strive to take a holistic approach to your mental health journey by considering a range of factors that may impact you. It is a tremendous privilege to hold space for my clients and be a companion on their therapy journeys.
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I am an Asian-American therapist offering culturally sensitive mental health care using DBT and EMDR. DBT helps with emotion regulation, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. EMDR addresses past trauma with precision and compassion. I honor cultural values and beliefs, creating a safe healing space for clients. Let's work together to cultivate resilience and empower you to live a life aligned with your values.
I am an Asian-American therapist offering culturally sensitive mental health care using DBT and EMDR. DBT helps with emotion regulation, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. EMDR addresses past trauma with precision and compassion. I honor cultural values and beliefs, creating a safe healing space for clients. Let's work together to cultivate resilience and empower you to live a life aligned with your values.
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Allen Choi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
These include evidence-based approaches from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), and somatic methods.
We all get stuck sometimes. Whether you're battling anxiety related to school or work, trapped in a stagnant job or deteriorating relationship, or grappling with feelings of depression or isolation, I am here to assist you. I work with teens, adults, and families and our big goal is to help you get "unstuck". Together, we'll figure out what a happy, meaningful life is for you and ways to overcome the obstacles that are getting in the way.
These include evidence-based approaches from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), and somatic methods.
We all get stuck sometimes. Whether you're battling anxiety related to school or work, trapped in a stagnant job or deteriorating relationship, or grappling with feelings of depression or isolation, I am here to assist you. I work with teens, adults, and families and our big goal is to help you get "unstuck". Together, we'll figure out what a happy, meaningful life is for you and ways to overcome the obstacles that are getting in the way.
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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.