EMDR Therapists in Daleville, VA

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Ryan D Weatherford
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Daleville, VA 24083
We all have difficult times in life. There are times we feel a little lost or even times when our distress gets in the way of functioning. Or, maybe you have difficult experiences in the past that keep affecting you.
We all have difficult times in life. There are times we feel a little lost or even times when our distress gets in the way of functioning. Or, maybe you have difficult experiences in the past that keep affecting you.
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Evan Marc Collins
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Roanoke, VA 24011
Areas of therapeutic focus: anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, EMDR, spiritual trauma, spiritual abuse, LGBTQ+ affirming care.
Evan is a licensed clinical mental health counselor associate working towards full licensure in the state of Virginia. Evan holds a Bachelor of Arts in sociology with a minor in political science from Arizona State University and a Master of Education in clinical mental health counseling from Auburn University. Evan has worked in both community mental health as a school-based therapist in Asheville, NC and as a concierge therapist working virtually at the Veal Group, LLC. Evan practices from a relationship-focused perspective, influenced by psychodynamic, trauma-informed narrative, and relational cultural theories.
Areas of therapeutic focus: anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, EMDR, spiritual trauma, spiritual abuse, LGBTQ+ affirming care.
Evan is a licensed clinical mental health counselor associate working towards full licensure in the state of Virginia. Evan holds a Bachelor of Arts in sociology with a minor in political science from Arizona State University and a Master of Education in clinical mental health counseling from Auburn University. Evan has worked in both community mental health as a school-based therapist in Asheville, NC and as a concierge therapist working virtually at the Veal Group, LLC. Evan practices from a relationship-focused perspective, influenced by psychodynamic, trauma-informed narrative, and relational cultural theories.
(540) 824-4511 View (540) 824-4511
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Rebecca Compton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSATP, MAC
Verified Verified
Roanoke, VA 24001
My approach includes relapse prevention, EMDR and DBT to wholly address your unique needs.
Welcome! I'm Rebecca, a dedicated, passionate social worker with over a decade of experience helping individuals overcome life's challenges. My focus areas are addiction, trauma, and mood disorders. I'm here to offer a helping hand and a listening ear as we take on a journey of self-reflection and healing. Together, we'll explore and identify your unique strengths and work towards creating long-lasting positive changes in your life. Everyone deserves a meaningful life and has the potential for growth and resilience. I'm dedicated to helping you tap into that potential. Let's take the first step towards a brighter future today.
My approach includes relapse prevention, EMDR and DBT to wholly address your unique needs.
Welcome! I'm Rebecca, a dedicated, passionate social worker with over a decade of experience helping individuals overcome life's challenges. My focus areas are addiction, trauma, and mood disorders. I'm here to offer a helping hand and a listening ear as we take on a journey of self-reflection and healing. Together, we'll explore and identify your unique strengths and work towards creating long-lasting positive changes in your life. Everyone deserves a meaningful life and has the potential for growth and resilience. I'm dedicated to helping you tap into that potential. Let's take the first step towards a brighter future today.
(276) 533-1273 View (276) 533-1273
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Melanie Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, CCM, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roanoke, VA 24002  (Online Only)
I am EMDRIA trained in EMDR and also am certified in Perinatal Mental Health.
We all have struggles in life. I look forward to working with individuals who are ready to take that important first step in their path to healing and self awareness. Someone who is looking to grow, be accepting of themselves and just ready to be kind to themselves. Life is hard but is also full of beauty. I am hoping to walk alongside someone who is struggling and help them find hope and joy in everyday life amidst the hard parts.
I am EMDRIA trained in EMDR and also am certified in Perinatal Mental Health.
We all have struggles in life. I look forward to working with individuals who are ready to take that important first step in their path to healing and self awareness. Someone who is looking to grow, be accepting of themselves and just ready to be kind to themselves. Life is hard but is also full of beauty. I am hoping to walk alongside someone who is struggling and help them find hope and joy in everyday life amidst the hard parts.
(276) 262-3218 View (276) 262-3218
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Blacksburg
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Roanoke, VA 24001
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(540) 530-3065 View (540) 530-3065
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Tina L. White
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roanoke, VA 24019  (Online Only)
I use a variety of therapies including CBT, EMDR, and SFT.
Sometimes we struggle. We might have trouble managing anger or navigating social situations. We lack motivation or we no longer find things interesting or fun. We may just feel overwhelmed and find ourselves going through life on autopilot. Others judge our behaviors, and we try to do better but we just cannot seem to behave better. More importantly, we cannot find a way to feel better. When we feel this way, we need a little help discovering our next move. Are you struggling and looking for help?
I use a variety of therapies including CBT, EMDR, and SFT.
Sometimes we struggle. We might have trouble managing anger or navigating social situations. We lack motivation or we no longer find things interesting or fun. We may just feel overwhelmed and find ourselves going through life on autopilot. Others judge our behaviors, and we try to do better but we just cannot seem to behave better. More importantly, we cannot find a way to feel better. When we feel this way, we need a little help discovering our next move. Are you struggling and looking for help?
(540) 517-6385 View (540) 517-6385
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Impact Living Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Roanoke, VA 24012
Are you tired of trying to handle the stresses of life alone? Do you feel like there is something holding you back from helping you reach your full potential? We believe that everyone can benefit from counseling with a skilled and caring professional. We want to help you make meaningful and extraordinary advances in your life, career, relationships, and happiness. We offer EMDR in Fairfax, Harrisonburg, and Lynchburg.
Are you tired of trying to handle the stresses of life alone? Do you feel like there is something holding you back from helping you reach your full potential? We believe that everyone can benefit from counseling with a skilled and caring professional. We want to help you make meaningful and extraordinary advances in your life, career, relationships, and happiness. We offer EMDR in Fairfax, Harrisonburg, and Lynchburg.
(434) 280-3093 x125 View (434) 280-3093 x125
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Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Lynchburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Roanoke, VA 24001
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(434) 443-6808 View (434) 443-6808
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Victor Rivera
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roanoke, VA 24012  (Online Only)
I specialize in utilizing EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral and Person Centered theories to help individuals find the most effective ways to cope, find closure and move forward.
You have the ability to feel better! That is the core principle of my therapeutic approach. My job is to help you maximize your potential and build the skills to improve on your experience. It takes courage to explore your own story, and discussions will be genuine and humanistic. I want you to find hope, and feel free of the burden that life's struggles often bring. I speak both, Spanish and English. I believe the foundation of counseling is empathy and positive client regard, and will always work toward a positive outcome. Counseling is a safe space that is free of judgment, and it is the core of my approach with all clients
I specialize in utilizing EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral and Person Centered theories to help individuals find the most effective ways to cope, find closure and move forward.
You have the ability to feel better! That is the core principle of my therapeutic approach. My job is to help you maximize your potential and build the skills to improve on your experience. It takes courage to explore your own story, and discussions will be genuine and humanistic. I want you to find hope, and feel free of the burden that life's struggles often bring. I speak both, Spanish and English. I believe the foundation of counseling is empathy and positive client regard, and will always work toward a positive outcome. Counseling is a safe space that is free of judgment, and it is the core of my approach with all clients
(540) 584-8332 View (540) 584-8332
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James Dayton Olsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Roanoke, VA 24016
I am professionally trained in Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), and also provide more traditional talk-therapy.
I am a young therapist, and I am very passionate about my profession and the lives of my patients. I hail from Fredericksburg, VA, but am proud to call the Southwestern portion of the state my home. I have a diverse background, having worked in substance abuse, community clinics, and a private practice. I perform most forms of traditional talk therapy, though I am not very concerned with theories of counseling (they don't matter much anyways :) ). I strive to develop close, meaningful connections with my patients, and these relationships are the driving force in my work.
I am professionally trained in Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), and also provide more traditional talk-therapy.
I am a young therapist, and I am very passionate about my profession and the lives of my patients. I hail from Fredericksburg, VA, but am proud to call the Southwestern portion of the state my home. I have a diverse background, having worked in substance abuse, community clinics, and a private practice. I perform most forms of traditional talk therapy, though I am not very concerned with theories of counseling (they don't matter much anyways :) ). I strive to develop close, meaningful connections with my patients, and these relationships are the driving force in my work.
(540) 516-4730 View (540) 516-4730
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Ida Parineetha Braford
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roanoke, VA 24017  (Online Only)
I also offer EMDR interventions for individuals.
Do you worry about all the things you are juggling and losing sleep? Are you struggling in your relationships? Are you sad about the state of this world and finding that the stressors of life are beginning to get overwhelming? I am here to support you and walk with you through this season. Sometimes it can be difficult to express your needs and to look into your past. I help you explore yourself, your strengths, your difficulties, your desires, and your fears by creating a brave space where we focus on growth and building resilience with empathy.
I also offer EMDR interventions for individuals.
Do you worry about all the things you are juggling and losing sleep? Are you struggling in your relationships? Are you sad about the state of this world and finding that the stressors of life are beginning to get overwhelming? I am here to support you and walk with you through this season. Sometimes it can be difficult to express your needs and to look into your past. I help you explore yourself, your strengths, your difficulties, your desires, and your fears by creating a brave space where we focus on growth and building resilience with empathy.
(804) 596-6806 View (804) 596-6806
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Kristyna Lathem
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roanoke, VA 24001  (Online Only)
I’m trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy ( EMDR), which we can use if needed.
Are you having difficulty in situations with unexplained behavior? Do you want clarity? It can feel out of control when you’re unsure what to do or how to find help. I offer supportive therapy for teens and adults so they can better handle life, work through any crisis they’re dealing with, and learn to thrive. I treat people who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationships. I also have experience working with military families at all stages. We can focus on any goals that are important to you, ranging from overcoming symptoms to dealing with difficult life situations.
I’m trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy ( EMDR), which we can use if needed.
Are you having difficulty in situations with unexplained behavior? Do you want clarity? It can feel out of control when you’re unsure what to do or how to find help. I offer supportive therapy for teens and adults so they can better handle life, work through any crisis they’re dealing with, and learn to thrive. I treat people who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationships. I also have experience working with military families at all stages. We can focus on any goals that are important to you, ranging from overcoming symptoms to dealing with difficult life situations.
(276) 222-6776 View (276) 222-6776
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Natalie Beutel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Roanoke, VA 24016  (Online Only)
I am an EMDR Certified Therapist.
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Are you experiencing relationship struggles with family members or friends? Life is not for the faint of heart, is it? The truth is that we all go through trying times in our lives. During these times, we often benefit from the help we receive from family, friends, and sometimes even professionals.
I am an EMDR Certified Therapist.
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Are you experiencing relationship struggles with family members or friends? Life is not for the faint of heart, is it? The truth is that we all go through trying times in our lives. During these times, we often benefit from the help we receive from family, friends, and sometimes even professionals.
(757) 210-7748 View (757) 210-7748
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Roanoke
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Roanoke, VA 24019
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(540) 698-4604 View (540) 698-4604
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Dana McKenzie
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Roanoke, VA 24019
My clinical knowledge includes marriage and family counseling, supporting parents and children with behavioral concerns, working with foster and adoptive families, working with families involved with the Department of Social Services, Christian counseling using faith based principles, I am a Registered Play Therapist, and an EMDR trained Therapist.
I am passionate about restoring individuals and families to their BEST life! That passion is the driving force behind Restore Family Counseling. I have years of experience in social work, counseling and foster care management. I have worked in various community services agencies where my primary focus was assisting families.
My clinical knowledge includes marriage and family counseling, supporting parents and children with behavioral concerns, working with foster and adoptive families, working with families involved with the Department of Social Services, Christian counseling using faith based principles, I am a Registered Play Therapist, and an EMDR trained Therapist.
I am passionate about restoring individuals and families to their BEST life! That passion is the driving force behind Restore Family Counseling. I have years of experience in social work, counseling and foster care management. I have worked in various community services agencies where my primary focus was assisting families.
(540) 228-1738 View (540) 228-1738
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Olivia Oakley
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roanoke, VA 24001
I am also trained in EMDR techniques.
I am a dedicated counselor with a strong commitment to providing personalized and effective therapeutic services to individuals aged 14+. I believe in the strength and resilience of every individual, and my goal is to provide strengths-based and person-centered care to empower my clients on their path to healing and self-discovery. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma. I am deeply committed to creating a safe space for individuals within the LGBTQ+ community, offering unwavering support as they navigate the complexities of identity and mental health.
I am also trained in EMDR techniques.
I am a dedicated counselor with a strong commitment to providing personalized and effective therapeutic services to individuals aged 14+. I believe in the strength and resilience of every individual, and my goal is to provide strengths-based and person-centered care to empower my clients on their path to healing and self-discovery. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma. I am deeply committed to creating a safe space for individuals within the LGBTQ+ community, offering unwavering support as they navigate the complexities of identity and mental health.
(540) 306-4707 View (540) 306-4707
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Ivy Bridge Counseling
Counselor, LPC, LMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
Roanoke, VA 24017
We provide trauma-informed care and utilize approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR Therapy, Solution Focused, Play Therapy, Filial Play Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couple and Family Therapy, Family Centered Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, and Mindfulness to help build resiliency and increase protective factors to improve functioning,.
We believe that clients are the experts of their lives and strive to help use creative therapeutic avenues to create a space to help them meet their goals. Our experienced team has experience helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families address emotional and behavioral needs including anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, mood disorders, social and school issues, military related issues, PTSD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, and family conflict.
We provide trauma-informed care and utilize approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR Therapy, Solution Focused, Play Therapy, Filial Play Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couple and Family Therapy, Family Centered Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, and Mindfulness to help build resiliency and increase protective factors to improve functioning,.
We believe that clients are the experts of their lives and strive to help use creative therapeutic avenues to create a space to help them meet their goals. Our experienced team has experience helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families address emotional and behavioral needs including anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, mood disorders, social and school issues, military related issues, PTSD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, and family conflict.
(407) 565-7942 View (407) 565-7942
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Kara Jones
Pre-Licensed Professional, MAEd
Verified Verified
Hollins, VA 24019
Waitlist for new clients
I use a variety of techniques including EMDR, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness.
Difficult life experiences often make us feel powerless, overwhelmed, and like our voice was taken from us. My goal is to help you find your voice and to empower you to make changes to reach your therapeutic goals as I support you with compassion, empathy, and non-judgment. First and foremost, I strive to make my clients feel seen, heard, and accepted.
I use a variety of techniques including EMDR, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness.
Difficult life experiences often make us feel powerless, overwhelmed, and like our voice was taken from us. My goal is to help you find your voice and to empower you to make changes to reach your therapeutic goals as I support you with compassion, empathy, and non-judgment. First and foremost, I strive to make my clients feel seen, heard, and accepted.
(540) 506-4558 View (540) 506-4558
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Erika Hughes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Roanoke, VA 24012
I practice an eclectic therapeutic approach utilizing EMDR and Ego State Therapy (parts work) to help stabilize clients and to help clients work through trauma and attachment wounds.
Are you ready to make a change and improve your life? I If so, I can help. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, a certified EMDR therapist. I have over 15 years of counseling experience working with adolescents and adults. My area of expertise is treating substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and trauma including PTSD. I guide and support clients helping them process through traumatic events, adapt to life challenges, and improve their quality of life.
I practice an eclectic therapeutic approach utilizing EMDR and Ego State Therapy (parts work) to help stabilize clients and to help clients work through trauma and attachment wounds.
Are you ready to make a change and improve your life? I If so, I can help. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, a certified EMDR therapist. I have over 15 years of counseling experience working with adolescents and adults. My area of expertise is treating substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and trauma including PTSD. I guide and support clients helping them process through traumatic events, adapt to life challenges, and improve their quality of life.
(540) 210-1718 View (540) 210-1718
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Sarah Hagenbuch Well+Being Counseling, LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Roanoke, VA 24019
Waitlist for new clients
I offer in-person and virtual appointments and am EMDR-trained (which focuses on healing the impacts of trauma).
Many of my clients struggle with symptoms of depression and anxiety. Often, they have a core negative belief of not being "good enough" and have a critical inner voice. Many have experienced trauma, relational brokenness and loss. Are hope, healing, and healthy relationships something you are longing for? I believe I can help. I offer a safe space to share your struggles and pain. I am a fellow human on my own journey and I offer the presence of someone who has experienced both difficulties in life and healing. My counseling approach is tailored to meet your needs and your unique experiences.
I offer in-person and virtual appointments and am EMDR-trained (which focuses on healing the impacts of trauma).
Many of my clients struggle with symptoms of depression and anxiety. Often, they have a core negative belief of not being "good enough" and have a critical inner voice. Many have experienced trauma, relational brokenness and loss. Are hope, healing, and healthy relationships something you are longing for? I believe I can help. I offer a safe space to share your struggles and pain. I am a fellow human on my own journey and I offer the presence of someone who has experienced both difficulties in life and healing. My counseling approach is tailored to meet your needs and your unique experiences.
(540) 792-4193 View (540) 792-4193

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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.