emdr therapy
“The soul would have no rainbow if the eyes had no tears.”
Native American Proverb
EMDR Therapy for Trauma
I use EMDR therapy to support you when something still feels stuck, even if you already understand it in your mind or have been trying to move past it for a long time.
A lot of people come in able to explain their story clearly, but still feeling it in their body or in the way they move through their day. In our work, we pay attention to both. Not just what you are thinking about, but what is showing up emotionally and physically as well.
We start by making sure things feel steady enough to do this kind of work. That might look like slowing things down, building tools to help you feel more grounded, and paying attention to what actually helps you get through hard moments. We move at a pace that fits you and your goals.
When we get into deeper EMDR work, we focus on the experiences that still feel activated or unresolved. The ones that show up even when you are not trying to think about them anymore.
My goal is not to push you through anything. It is to help things feel less stuck, so you can move through your life with a little more ease and a little less of that weight in the background.
EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a powerful, trauma-focused therapy designed to help you move through painful memories that might be "stuck" or unresolved. It’s built on the understanding that trauma often leaves behind fragments of memory, emotions, or sensations that keep us in survival mode. Using a structured approach, EMDR combines guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation, like tapping or auditory cues, to safely reprocess these memories without getting overwhelmed.
what is emdr?
In EMDR, we begin by establishing a strong sense of safety and developing internal resources, which are crucial before we explore specific distressing events, negative beliefs, or the physical sensations tied to those experiences. This groundwork helps ensure you feel secure and grounded as we navigate through the healing process.
Once we’ve established that safety, we incorporate reprocessing using bilateral stimulation to help you access and release the emotional weight of these memories while staying anchored in the present. This approach supports your brain's natural ability to integrate memories, allowing them to feel less intense and facilitating a shift in perspective. As we work together, EMDR nurtures your resilience, cultivates a sense of inner calm, and enhances your ability to respond thoughtfully to life's triggers.
emdr therapy may be able to help you
accelerate the processing of traumatic memories
increase awareness of body sensations and their connection to emotions
support the integration of fragmented memories
reframe negative beliefs and develop a positive self-image
if you have experienced trauma and/or have attachment issues
if you are experiencing grief and anxiety
if you feel disconnected from your body, needs and your desires
manage symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression and more
curious about emdr therapy?
Schedule an appointment with Harmony to explore how EMDR can help you heal and thrive.
