EMDR Therapy (Eye Move Desensitization and Reprocessing)
What Is EMDR Therapy—and How Can It Help You Heal?
If you’ve experienced trauma, anxiety, or painful memories that just won’t fade, you might feel like you’ve tried everything. But there’s a powerful therapy approach called EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) that’s helping people heal deeply—often when talk therapy alone hasn’t been enough.
I offer EMDR therapy in Rossland and Castlegar, BC, as well as online throughout British Columbia. Clients often come to me after feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed, and are surprised at how much EMDR helps them move forward.
How does EMDR work?
EMDR helps your brain reprocess overwhelming memories in a way that reduces their emotional charge. We use bilateral stimulation (often eye movements or tapping) to gently activate both sides of your brain while you recall distressing experiences. This allows your nervous system to safely process and release stored trauma. EMDR seems to have a direct effect on the way that the brain processes information. You still remember what happened, but it is less upsetting. EMDR can be thought of as a physiologically based therapy that helps a person see disturbing material in a new and less distressing way.
What is EMDR good for?
EMDR can help with:
PTSD and trauma
Childhood or relationship wounds
Anxiety and panic
Grief and loss
Chronic stress or burnout
Medical trauma or phobias
What can I expect in a session?
Our first sessions will focus on building safety, trust, and nervous system regulation. When you’re ready, we’ll use EMDR in a way that feels empowering. Remember, EMDR is a technique used within trauma therapy - it is not a stand alone therapy.
Ready to try EMDR therapy in Rossland or Castlegar?
If you’re curious, I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to answer your questions and see if we’re a good fit. You can also learn more about trauma counselling, somatic therapy, and how I support healing on my About and Services pages.