go beyond traditional talk therapy.

Virtual EMDR therapy in Florida.

You’ve tried everything you can think of to feel better, but nothing’s sticking.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapeutic method designed to address and process traumatic or distressing memories. It helps rewire the brain by alleviating the negative core beliefs formed from these experiences. Through this process, EMDR reduces the intense emotions and vivid imagery associated with traumatic memories, supporting healing and recovery.

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EMDR is an evidence-based method that helps individuals heal from trauma, distressing memories, and negative beliefs.

  • EMDR consists of eight phases, but the core components can be simplified into two key stages: Preparation and Reprocessing.

    It's important to note that several other steps in EMDR are designed to prepare you for these central phases. Safety remains a fundamental priority throughout the treatment, ensuring you are never asked to engage in anything that feels unsafe or puts you at risk.

  • Preparation Phase:

    During this phase you think of a troubling memory and identify an image of the worst moment of that memory. We then try to identify a negative or unhelpful belief about that moment. We then will explore the body feelings and emotions that come up as you think about that moment. 

    Processing Phase

    During this phase we have you think about the image and belief while at the same time making eye movements. We "go with" whatever comes up in your mind and notice what is happening. This process is repeated until the memory causes less and less distress. 

  • EMDR can help by addressing and processing unresolved trauma or distressing memories that negatively affect your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It reduces the emotional intensity of past experiences, alleviating overwhelming feelings like anxiety, fear, or sadness. EMDR also helps reframe harmful beliefs, such as "I'm not enough," into healthier, more positive perspectives, while improving emotional regulation and your ability to respond to triggers. By restoring a sense of safety and control, EMDR empowers you to heal, build resilience, and move forward with greater emotional well-being.

At the end of the day, I want you to know:

You deserve to live free from the emotional weight of the past. With the right support, healing is not only possible—it’s within reach.

Is EMDR right for you?

EMDR is a good fit for you if you…

  • You’re struggling with unresolved trauma or distressing memories.

  • Negative beliefs are impacting your emotions and behaviors.

  • You feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unable to move past past events.

  • You’re seeking a safe, structured approach to healing.

  • You’re dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or emotional regulation challenges.

What we’ll work on

With EMDR, you can…

Process and heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, and distressing memories.

Utilize bilateral stimulation (e.g., eye movements) to engage the brain's healing abilities.

No longer feel trapped in your body.

Reframe negative thoughts and lessen the emotional intensity of painful memories.

Your story is welcome here.

Your story is welcome here.

Questions?

FAQs

  • In EMDR, you are asked to move your eyes from one side to another while thinking about your distressing memory. One way to pay attention from left to right is to follow the light moving on a light bar from side to side in your line of vision. Alternative versions of EMDR may have you pay attention to sounds or tapping sensations in a left-to-right sequence. This side-to-side motion is called bilateral stimulation. Bilateral stimulation has been found to enhance memory processing and there are a number of theories explaining how it might do this. The important thing is to find a form of bilateral stimulation that you feel comfortable and safe with.

  • EMDR sessions are sometimes slightly longer than typical therapy sessions (up to 90 minutes). The number of sessions needed will depend on the type and severity of trauma which you have experienced. It is estimated that for some individuals 6-12 sessions are necessary to process memories. For more severe symptoms more sessions may be necessary. 

  • EMDR sessions will look different for different individuals because all memories are different. EMDR treatment usually begins with several sessions which might involve stabilization, grounding, and psycho-education. The standard EMDR therapy protocol follows eight phases which include resourcing, processing, and installation. This may vary. Processing is carried out using bilateral stimulation. This is facilitated by eye movements, auditory clicks or tapping. The stimulation used depends on your response and comfortability. 

  • There is a lot of psychological research supporting that EMDR is an effective treatment for post ­traumatic stress and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Recent studies have found that EMDR is also highly effective at treating anxiety disorders, grief, and other trauma-related disorders.

  • As with any other type of psychotherapy, EMDR asks you to think about distressing traumatic memories. For this reason, you may experience a temporary increase in distress during sessions and following sessions.