EMDR Therapists in Lewisburg, PA

Laure R Gargano LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , CADC, CCDP, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisburg, PA 17837
These include: CBT, DBT, EMDR, experiential methods such as psychodrama and sociometry.
Are you feeling stuck or having difficulty creating balance in your life? We are glad you are here ! Our small practice endeavors to create a safe place to work through whatever life challenges you are facing. We are here to partner with you in addressing your goals. Providing support, empathy, problem solving strategies, assist you in developing skills to empower you to create change in your life. Our practice is person-center, meeting you where you are and supporting you on your path toward building a content life path.
These include: CBT, DBT, EMDR, experiential methods such as psychodrama and sociometry.
Are you feeling stuck or having difficulty creating balance in your life? We are glad you are here ! Our small practice endeavors to create a safe place to work through whatever life challenges you are facing. We are here to partner with you in addressing your goals. Providing support, empathy, problem solving strategies, assist you in developing skills to empower you to create change in your life. Our practice is person-center, meeting you where you are and supporting you on your path toward building a content life path.
(272) 770-2772 View (272) 770-2772
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Dawn Barie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
Lewisburg, PA 17837  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Dawn has specialized training with evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, EMDR and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Hello, welcome to my page! I am licensed in New York and Pennsylvania and offer Teletherapy in both states. You will receive warm, supportive and nonjudgmental sessions to explore and learn ways to feel better. Are you experiencing relationship conflict, depression, anxiety or feeling stuck during a period of life transition? Learn to shift unhealthy patterns of thinking and behaving while engaging life more fully. Sessions offer an opportunity for growth and change so you can uncover greater meaning and personal satisfaction.
Dawn has specialized training with evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, EMDR and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Hello, welcome to my page! I am licensed in New York and Pennsylvania and offer Teletherapy in both states. You will receive warm, supportive and nonjudgmental sessions to explore and learn ways to feel better. Are you experiencing relationship conflict, depression, anxiety or feeling stuck during a period of life transition? Learn to shift unhealthy patterns of thinking and behaving while engaging life more fully. Sessions offer an opportunity for growth and change so you can uncover greater meaning and personal satisfaction.
(716) 300-2389 View (716) 300-2389
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Lucy Heggenstaller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) is a body/mind clinical tool that I have used for over 15 years to help people shift their perceptions about themselves and the formative events in their life.
I enjoy helping people bring their best into the world. Whether that means to be a better partner, a more effective parent or simply to release negative beliefs that hold you back from using your talents to their fullest, I am honored to help. My warmth and curiosity can help you face whatever gets in your way. Sometimes that is grief, or trauma, sometimes unfinished business from childhood. I believe that everyone can tap into inner strength and wisdom, gaining confidence and greater joy in the process. A shift in consciousness can make a world of difference.
Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) is a body/mind clinical tool that I have used for over 15 years to help people shift their perceptions about themselves and the formative events in their life.
I enjoy helping people bring their best into the world. Whether that means to be a better partner, a more effective parent or simply to release negative beliefs that hold you back from using your talents to their fullest, I am honored to help. My warmth and curiosity can help you face whatever gets in your way. Sometimes that is grief, or trauma, sometimes unfinished business from childhood. I believe that everyone can tap into inner strength and wisdom, gaining confidence and greater joy in the process. A shift in consciousness can make a world of difference.
(570) 763-4607 View (570) 763-4607
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Radiance Wellness Group LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Our clinicians have experience in implementing a wide variety of therapeutic modalities including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma Sensitive Yoga.
We are a group practice with highly trained therapists who specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Our approach is individualized and tailored to the person we are working with. Our clinical interests include, but are not limited to, working with anxiety, depression, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder, and LGBTQ-related concerns and gender affirming care.
Our clinicians have experience in implementing a wide variety of therapeutic modalities including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma Sensitive Yoga.
We are a group practice with highly trained therapists who specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Our approach is individualized and tailored to the person we are working with. Our clinical interests include, but are not limited to, working with anxiety, depression, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder, and LGBTQ-related concerns and gender affirming care.
(570) 980-1737 View (570) 980-1737
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Central Keystone Counseling, LLC
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Depending upon the unique needs of each individual, Central Keystone Counseling offers modalities of therapy including, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, interpersonal therapy, EMDR, and humanistic therapy.
Central Keystone Counseling is a therapy practice with easily accessible office space in downtown Williamsport, PA. We provide both in person and secure TeleHealth services. The practice is owned and operated by licensed psychologists, Dr. Brian Schurr and Dr. Kelly Kettlewell who have over 15 years of experience providing high quality and individualized outpatient services. We are proud to have a talented team of clinicians with varied clinical experiences/expertise making us uniquely equipped to address a variety of presenting concerns.
Depending upon the unique needs of each individual, Central Keystone Counseling offers modalities of therapy including, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, interpersonal therapy, EMDR, and humanistic therapy.
Central Keystone Counseling is a therapy practice with easily accessible office space in downtown Williamsport, PA. We provide both in person and secure TeleHealth services. The practice is owned and operated by licensed psychologists, Dr. Brian Schurr and Dr. Kelly Kettlewell who have over 15 years of experience providing high quality and individualized outpatient services. We are proud to have a talented team of clinicians with varied clinical experiences/expertise making us uniquely equipped to address a variety of presenting concerns.
(570) 601-4788 View (570) 601-4788
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Rooted Relational Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Struggling with depression, anxiety, or stress? Dealing with grief, loss, or trauma? Feeling overwhelmed? Losing hope that things will ever change? WE CAN HELP. We are here to help you experience growth, healing, and wholeness in your life and relationships. Whether you want to feel less stressed, experience less conflict, enjoy better communication, fall more deeply in love, or otherwise enjoy better self-esteem and more satisfying relationships with partners, friends, family, or kids (even adult children), our experienced and highly trained therapists can help you reach your goals.
Struggling with depression, anxiety, or stress? Dealing with grief, loss, or trauma? Feeling overwhelmed? Losing hope that things will ever change? WE CAN HELP. We are here to help you experience growth, healing, and wholeness in your life and relationships. Whether you want to feel less stressed, experience less conflict, enjoy better communication, fall more deeply in love, or otherwise enjoy better self-esteem and more satisfying relationships with partners, friends, family, or kids (even adult children), our experienced and highly trained therapists can help you reach your goals.
(570) 884-4662 x1 View (570) 884-4662 x1
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Melissa Frame
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lewisburg, PA 17837  (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is to respectfully understand you, celebrate your strengths, and work with you as a collaborative partner. I have a warm, encouraging, and empathetic style, and I incorporate different approaches to fit your individual needs. As a trauma specialist, I can help alleviate your experiences of anxiety, depression, family and relationship issues and other life complications. l look forward to working with you to help you understand your options, build on your inner wisdom and resolve your difficulties. I am practical and warm and will help you develop solutions to life’s many challenges.
My approach to therapy is to respectfully understand you, celebrate your strengths, and work with you as a collaborative partner. I have a warm, encouraging, and empathetic style, and I incorporate different approaches to fit your individual needs. As a trauma specialist, I can help alleviate your experiences of anxiety, depression, family and relationship issues and other life complications. l look forward to working with you to help you understand your options, build on your inner wisdom and resolve your difficulties. I am practical and warm and will help you develop solutions to life’s many challenges.
(570) 671-2712 View (570) 671-2712
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Jenny Shroyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Are you looking for a therapy experience that feels...different? You may be noticing patterns in your life—things in your relationships, from your past, or in the way you think or feel that have you feeling stuck. You want to start feeling better day-to-day but you’d also like to get to the deeper roots behind this. You need somewhere that doesn’t feel stuffy, intimidating or overly clinical—a place where you can feel comfortable being honest with someone else and (more importantly) with yourself. Because you know there’s more to life than this cycle you feel caught in and you are ready to discover what that looks like for you.
Are you looking for a therapy experience that feels...different? You may be noticing patterns in your life—things in your relationships, from your past, or in the way you think or feel that have you feeling stuck. You want to start feeling better day-to-day but you’d also like to get to the deeper roots behind this. You need somewhere that doesn’t feel stuffy, intimidating or overly clinical—a place where you can feel comfortable being honest with someone else and (more importantly) with yourself. Because you know there’s more to life than this cycle you feel caught in and you are ready to discover what that looks like for you.
(570) 260-9751 View (570) 260-9751
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Rose and Thorn Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisburg, PA 17837
At Rose and Thorn Counseling we believe that everyone has the ability to find peace and have a meaningful and fulfilling life. Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that mental and emotional well-being are integral to overall health, and that therapy can be a powerful tool for achieving this balance.
At Rose and Thorn Counseling we believe that everyone has the ability to find peace and have a meaningful and fulfilling life. Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that mental and emotional well-being are integral to overall health, and that therapy can be a powerful tool for achieving this balance.
(570) 802-6436 View (570) 802-6436
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Trish McGarrigle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MFT, NCC, ACS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Feeling emotionally overwhelmed at some point is something to which most people can relate. I understand that sometimes life circumstances can leave one feeling conflicted, stressed and even hopeless and helpless. However, there is hope and there is help. As a professional, I have witnessed time and again the power of accurate information, solid resources, and compassionate support to transform even the most dismal circumstances. It is my strong desire to bring this powerful combination to all those with whom I work, as they discover more deeply their own inner resources and strengths.
Feeling emotionally overwhelmed at some point is something to which most people can relate. I understand that sometimes life circumstances can leave one feeling conflicted, stressed and even hopeless and helpless. However, there is hope and there is help. As a professional, I have witnessed time and again the power of accurate information, solid resources, and compassionate support to transform even the most dismal circumstances. It is my strong desire to bring this powerful combination to all those with whom I work, as they discover more deeply their own inner resources and strengths.
(267) 214-2057 View (267) 214-2057
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Sara Ansell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisburg, PA 17837
I am incredibly passionate about my work as a therapist and find it to be a true honor to walk alongside my clients on their journey to find healing, peace, and restoration. My main priority is to offer a safe, judgement-free zone where a client can develop rapport quickly and build a genuine connection with someone who truly cares about their well-being and growth. I am a firm believer that empathy, compassion, and an ability to understand the pain, hurt, and challenges my clients are currently facing is absolutely necessary as these are the things that help build the foundation for trust to develop in a therapeutic relationship.
I am incredibly passionate about my work as a therapist and find it to be a true honor to walk alongside my clients on their journey to find healing, peace, and restoration. My main priority is to offer a safe, judgement-free zone where a client can develop rapport quickly and build a genuine connection with someone who truly cares about their well-being and growth. I am a firm believer that empathy, compassion, and an ability to understand the pain, hurt, and challenges my clients are currently facing is absolutely necessary as these are the things that help build the foundation for trust to develop in a therapeutic relationship.
(570) 529-9069 View (570) 529-9069
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Regina C Lukens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, CEDS-C
Verified Verified
Lewisburg, PA 17837
I believe that every human being has the ability to be the best person they can be. Everyone struggles at different times in life, some unfortunately, more than others complicated by circumstances, situations and relationships. I work with the understanding that we get stuck around negative emotions that we tend to avoid, as they are uncomfortable, unwanted and painful. I help people explore what their underlying core emotional issues are and help them clarify how they are avoiding them, inviting them to face these uncomfortable emotional experiences and move toward them, stretching their comfort zone.
I believe that every human being has the ability to be the best person they can be. Everyone struggles at different times in life, some unfortunately, more than others complicated by circumstances, situations and relationships. I work with the understanding that we get stuck around negative emotions that we tend to avoid, as they are uncomfortable, unwanted and painful. I help people explore what their underlying core emotional issues are and help them clarify how they are avoiding them, inviting them to face these uncomfortable emotional experiences and move toward them, stretching their comfort zone.
(561) 781-5727 View (561) 781-5727

More Therapists Nearby

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Doug Richard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, AAMFT, ICEEFT
Verified Verified
Mifflinburg, PA 17844
Struggling with relationship difficulties? Depression, anxiety, stress? Dealing with grief, loss, or trauma? Feeling overwhelmed? Losing hope that things will change? You can trust us to help you! Rooted exists to help you experience growth, healing, and wholeness in your life and relationships. Whether you want to feel less stressed, experience less conflict, enjoy better communication, fall more deeply in love, or enjoy better self-esteem and more satisfying relationships with partners, friends, family, or kids (even adult children), our experienced and highly trained therapists can help you reach your goals.
Struggling with relationship difficulties? Depression, anxiety, stress? Dealing with grief, loss, or trauma? Feeling overwhelmed? Losing hope that things will change? You can trust us to help you! Rooted exists to help you experience growth, healing, and wholeness in your life and relationships. Whether you want to feel less stressed, experience less conflict, enjoy better communication, fall more deeply in love, or enjoy better self-esteem and more satisfying relationships with partners, friends, family, or kids (even adult children), our experienced and highly trained therapists can help you reach your goals.
(570) 884-4662 x1 View (570) 884-4662 x1
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Tara Kubik - Emdr; Healing Childhood And Relational Trauma
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northumberland, PA 17857  (Online Only)
Welcome! If you are looking for a safe, yet light-hearted space, to explore everything from your childhood to your present struggles, successes, quirks, hopes, and more - I'm your girl! I welcome humor and sarcasm as a coping tool, am very open-minded and accepting (so, no topic is off-limits or "too weird/silly/embarrassing/etc.!), do not shy away from the deep/dark topics, and love to creatively integrate your interests into the therapeutic process!
Welcome! If you are looking for a safe, yet light-hearted space, to explore everything from your childhood to your present struggles, successes, quirks, hopes, and more - I'm your girl! I welcome humor and sarcasm as a coping tool, am very open-minded and accepting (so, no topic is off-limits or "too weird/silly/embarrassing/etc.!), do not shy away from the deep/dark topics, and love to creatively integrate your interests into the therapeutic process!
(724) 576-9442 View (724) 576-9442
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Stephanie Rushton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milton, PA 17847
I’m a behavioral health therapist committed to helping children, adolescents and adults learn how to overcome challenging thoughts, feelings, physical sensations, and/or experiences. My work focuses on partnering with you to take steps towards what is meaningful and valuable to you and your family, the way you want your life to look, and the person you want to be. I believe in continuous growth and development, everyone has value, and everyone has a reservoir of strength to draw from.
I’m a behavioral health therapist committed to helping children, adolescents and adults learn how to overcome challenging thoughts, feelings, physical sensations, and/or experiences. My work focuses on partnering with you to take steps towards what is meaningful and valuable to you and your family, the way you want your life to look, and the person you want to be. I believe in continuous growth and development, everyone has value, and everyone has a reservoir of strength to draw from.
(570) 206-8155 View (570) 206-8155

Online Therapists

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Alanna Higgins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Chester, PA 19380
I am an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider and I am currently working towards my certification in EMDR.
Have you struggled with finding the "right fit" in a therapist? I am here to tell you that you are not alone! I have worked with many individuals that have experienced this concern before, whether it is because of past experiences or fear of the unknown in starting therapy. One of the first things I strive for is creating a safe and supportive environment where new clients feel secure in developing a positive and healthy relationship with me so we can work together to reach their therapeutic goals. Wherever my clients are at in their healing journey, I want to help them develop the tools they need to succeed in their lives.
I am an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider and I am currently working towards my certification in EMDR.
Have you struggled with finding the "right fit" in a therapist? I am here to tell you that you are not alone! I have worked with many individuals that have experienced this concern before, whether it is because of past experiences or fear of the unknown in starting therapy. One of the first things I strive for is creating a safe and supportive environment where new clients feel secure in developing a positive and healthy relationship with me so we can work together to reach their therapeutic goals. Wherever my clients are at in their healing journey, I want to help them develop the tools they need to succeed in their lives.
(484) 922-8970 View (484) 922-8970
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arKardia Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, CCATP
Verified Verified
Gettysburg, PA 17325
I also specialize in EMDR Therapy & resilience.
Hi, I'm Michele. I love what I do and truly believe that we all deserve to heal and live with joy. Many clients I see have been through a recent trauma or feel overwhelmed and anxious for a variety of reasons. They have struggled far too long & have even been discouraged by past therapeutic experiences. If you are struggling, you may feel stuck. It can be a lonely place to be. You don’t have to hold onto it all. Good therapy is relational, interactive and clinically sound. You might cry, but you will laugh find hope and heal.
I also specialize in EMDR Therapy & resilience.
Hi, I'm Michele. I love what I do and truly believe that we all deserve to heal and live with joy. Many clients I see have been through a recent trauma or feel overwhelmed and anxious for a variety of reasons. They have struggled far too long & have even been discouraged by past therapeutic experiences. If you are struggling, you may feel stuck. It can be a lonely place to be. You don’t have to hold onto it all. Good therapy is relational, interactive and clinically sound. You might cry, but you will laugh find hope and heal.
(717) 322-0424 View (717) 322-0424
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Susannah Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bird In Hand, PA 17505
I am trained in EMDR trauma therapy through EMDRIA.
If you are hoping to rediscover joy, overcome anxiety, or work through a relationship that feels really hard, I can help. My years of experience have shown me first hand that many of us are in desperate need of a safe space to feel seen, heard, and understood. I utilize a trauma informed approach, including EMDR and parts work. I do not believe that one therapy approach is the best for everyone. We will work together to navigate your unique therapy journey, identifying resources that you already have within you and learning new tools along the way.
I am trained in EMDR trauma therapy through EMDRIA.
If you are hoping to rediscover joy, overcome anxiety, or work through a relationship that feels really hard, I can help. My years of experience have shown me first hand that many of us are in desperate need of a safe space to feel seen, heard, and understood. I utilize a trauma informed approach, including EMDR and parts work. I do not believe that one therapy approach is the best for everyone. We will work together to navigate your unique therapy journey, identifying resources that you already have within you and learning new tools along the way.
(717) 528-2803 View (717) 528-2803
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Virginia Gardiner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Wayne, PA 19087
In addition to using EMDR, she strives to help clients gain insight into their deeply held emotions and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that keep them from reaching their goals.
Virginia Gardiner is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2012. She has a B.A. from the University of Delaware, an M. B.A. from Villanova University, and an M. A. from Eastern University. Virginia has been in practice for more than 10 years and values helping a wide variety of clients overcome various mental health issues. She has a special interest and expertise in working with trauma survivors, but also helps clients with "everyday" challenges like anxiety and mild-moderate depression. Virginia is trained in EMDR, an evidence-based trauma treatment approach.
In addition to using EMDR, she strives to help clients gain insight into their deeply held emotions and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that keep them from reaching their goals.
Virginia Gardiner is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2012. She has a B.A. from the University of Delaware, an M. B.A. from Villanova University, and an M. A. from Eastern University. Virginia has been in practice for more than 10 years and values helping a wide variety of clients overcome various mental health issues. She has a special interest and expertise in working with trauma survivors, but also helps clients with "everyday" challenges like anxiety and mild-moderate depression. Virginia is trained in EMDR, an evidence-based trauma treatment approach.
(267) 538-1613 View (267) 538-1613
Rebecca Kriebel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104
I have expanded my social work training to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing ( EMDR).
The focus of my work as a therapist is now supporting those individuals who are battling mental illness but also people who have experienced grief, loss, and trauma and others who may be struggling with relationship issues and life adjustments. I believe that therapy is a way to “find out who you are and do it on purpose.” (Dolly Parton) When we get lost, emotionally, physically, and spiritually it ends up being easier to believe the negative thoughts or to have the negative thinking. Therapy is a place to be heard, validated, and accepted for who you are and reminded how valuable you can be while providing "tools" to do so,
I have expanded my social work training to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing ( EMDR).
The focus of my work as a therapist is now supporting those individuals who are battling mental illness but also people who have experienced grief, loss, and trauma and others who may be struggling with relationship issues and life adjustments. I believe that therapy is a way to “find out who you are and do it on purpose.” (Dolly Parton) When we get lost, emotionally, physically, and spiritually it ends up being easier to believe the negative thoughts or to have the negative thinking. Therapy is a place to be heard, validated, and accepted for who you are and reminded how valuable you can be while providing "tools" to do so,
(610) 827-5628 View (610) 827-5628
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.