EMDR Therapy online in Denver, Colorado
EYE MOVEMENT DESENSITIZATION & REPROCESSING
Restore your nervous system. Experience brain-body healing.
Do you relate to this?
You can feel the past leaking into the present. Old wounds are coming to surface and asking for your attention.
You may find yourself:
carrying a heavy weight in your heart
feeling so anxious and overwhelmed, it’s hard to breathe
living between extremes: getting flooded by emotions, and then feeling nothing at all
lying awake at night from flashbacks and nightmares
reacting to situations so intensely that you surprise yourself, and wondering afterward, “whoa, what just happened?”
having thoughts of “I’m not good enough,” on repeat
stuck in fight-or-flight mode, your body tense and uncomfortable
You’ve tried it all — talk therapy, self-help books, journaling, meditation apps — but nothing has quite worked. The feelings and memories keep coming back.
Something feels stuck.
You’re ready to heal — truly heal — and let go of the pain that you have been carrying.
EMDR therapy can help.
Also known as Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, this brain-body therapy allows you to reprocess distressing memories — including traumas, stressors, and fears — in a healthy way.
Your brain and body are designed for healing.
Think about a paper cut on your finger — it’s messy and painful at first. But eventually, the bleeding stops, the stinging goes away, and the skin grows a new layer. The same principle applies to the invisible, emotional wounds that we all experience. Healing is possible, because healing is our natural superpower.
With the right tools and support, you can access this power within you.
EMDR therapy is like giving your brain a nudge to sort through the old stuff. It helps stuck memories get filed away properly, instead of just floating around and causing pain.
And the best part? You don’t have to spend hours rehashing every detail. EMDR uses a unique approach that works directly with your brain’s natural healing processes.
Through EMDR therapy, you can leave the past in the past.
The memories will still be there — but they will no longer hurt to touch.
It is possible to close the wounds and move forward with your life. You can carry the lessons learned from the past, while releasing the suffering associated with it.
Ready to begin your healing journey?
How does EMDR work?
Whether you are seeking to process specific traumatic events (such as an accident, loss, or act of violence) or a persistent pattern of experiences (such as chronic emotional neglect, repeated criticism, or a sense of not belonging), EMDR therapy can guide you toward healing. We’ll work through these 3 steps, at your pace.
1. RESOURCING
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Through guided practices, you will learn to awaken states of calm and self-connection within your nervous system. You will become familiar with your psychological landscape and find pathways to the places that feel okay, positive, and even joyful. This sets a foundation of emotional regulation and internal stability, preparing you for the next phases of EMDR.
2. PROCESSING
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Within the safe container of our sessions, I will guide you to bring unprocessed memories into awareness. Through a body-based technique called bilateral stimulation, the emotional charge associated with these memories will gradually decrease. You will reorganize the way your brain stores these distressing events, so that they no longer cause negative impact on your present-day experiences.
3. INTEGRATION
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You will connect with a deeper and more compassionate understanding of yourself, perhaps noticing the shift between prior negative beliefs (“I am bad,” “It’s all my fault”) and a newly installed sense of empowerment (“I am safe,” “I am worthy”). Through guided practices, you will bring forth this updated version of yourself into the present and future.
EMDR therapy can help heal…
anxiety
depression
stress
burnout
panic attacks
phobias
chronic pain
PTSD
racial trauma
medical trauma
vicarious trauma
complex trauma
childhood trauma
sexual trauma
intergenerational trauma
How will we work together?
There is flexibility in the way we do EMDR — because therapy doesn’t have to look the same for everyone. We’ll tailor the approach to fit your needs and processing style.
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Weekly EMDR therapy provides a steady and consistent approach to healing. We’ll meet for 50-minute sessions at the same time every week, for 3+ months.
Weekly therapy is a great option if you enjoy ongoing support and consistent check-ins. This approach leads to transformative healing and a deeper understanding of yourself over time.
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Intensive EMDR therapy is an accelerated approach to healing, condensing the work into a shorter timeframe. We’ll meet for 3-hour sessions on an infrequent basis (one-time only, once a month, once a quarter, etc).
Due to the focused & extended time for processing, 1 intensive session is equivalent to multiple weekly sessions.
This approach is beneficial if you’re seeking faster relief from stress, trauma, anxiety, and burnout.
What’s the difference between talk therapy & EMDR therapy?
Talk therapy is like trimming the leaves of a weed — it can manage symptoms and keep things under control.
EMDR therapy digs up the roots of the weed — it addresses the source of pain, leading to lasting healing.
Clients describe EMDR as “life-changing” and “transformative.”
FAQs
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EMDR therapy can treat a variety of conditions, including: anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, phobias, and panic attacks.
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EMDR therapy is well-suited for those who are willing to explore the past. This does not mean that you have to reiterate or relive every detail of distressing events — in fact, very little talking is required during EMDR work. Rather, it means that you are open to engaging in a process that may bring up challenging emotions, thoughts, images, and sensations, as the brain shifts “stuck” memories to a state of healthy resolution.
It’s important to be in a stage of life where this type of work is possible. This requires reliable access to basic needs (food, housing, etc.) and ability to attend sessions regularly. Other factors that impact EMDR work — such as your self-care in between sessions, emotional regulation skills, and healthy coping strategies — will be addressed and tended to during the EMDR preparation phase.
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Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR does not require extensive verbal recall of distressing events. You can share as much or as little information as is comfortable for you. EMDR emphasizes feeling and sensing, instead of thinking and talking.
Much of the processing that happens in EMDR is introspective and body-based. Research shows that this can lead to quicker and more significant relief from distressing memories, compared to traditional forms of talk therapy.
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Everyone’s experience with EMDR is unique, and no two sessions are the same. During the processing phase, you may experience a range of emotions associated with the original memory. Various physical sensations, images, and thoughts may pass through your awareness. Your job is to simply notice what’s happening, and from there, the brain and body do the natural work of reprocessing. You will be fully awake, conscious, and supported through every step. I will guide the session so that you can stay grounded in the present, while stepping one foot into the past.
As the processing continues, your relationship to the original event will change. The emotional, mental, and physical discomfort associated with the memory will fade away.
Once the processing is complete, you’ll be able to recall the original event from a healthy emotional distance. There will be a felt sense, in your mind and body, that the past is in the past — which may bring feelings of relief, calm, and comfort; as well as new perspectives of self-acceptance and empowerment.
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Research shows that EMDR can be just as effective online as it is in person.
I am specifically trained to provide EMDR therapy via telehealth, and have seen powerful healing unfold in this way.
All aspects of EMDR therapy transfer well to an online context, provided that certain conditions are in place: stable Internet connection, a private space to attend sessions, and a strong therapeutic relationship (which we will build together in our initial sessions).
Online sessions are particularly beneficial if you feel more comfortable being in your own space and if you prefer not to commute to sessions. By cutting down on travel time, there may be increased opportunity for self-care before, during, and after sessions. Instead of sitting in traffic, you can simply log into our session from your couch — with your favorite tea, a comfy blanket, and/or your pet at your side. You can personalize the space to suit your needs.
If you’re interested and have questions, let’s explore whether online EMDR therapy is a good fit for you. Click HERE to schedule your free consult.
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The number of EMDR sessions you’ll need is unique to your situation. Some people find relief from specific concerns within 6-12 weekly sessions, while others may benefit from a longer chapter of therapy.
If a faster pace aligns with your preferences, we can explore intensive therapy options, where we condense the work into a shorter timeframe. Click HERE to learn more about EMDR intensives.
It’s important to find a pace that feels comfortable and allows you to fully integrate the positive changes from EMDR therapy. To get a more specific idea of your potential timeframe, I encourage you to schedule a free consultation, where we can discuss your needs and goals.
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Deciding between weekly and intensive EMDR therapy depends on your needs and preferences. Here’s an overview of each approach.
Weekly EMDR therapy:
gradual & consistent work
steady progress across multiple weeks/months
ideal for: those who seek ongoing support, thrive on routine, or enjoy a gradual pace
Intensive EMDR therapy:
accelerated & focused work
significant progress in a short time period (multiple hours across 1-2 days)
quicker results & concentrated healing
ideal for: those with busy schedules who cannot commit to weekly therapy, but want to feel better soon; or those seeking to jumpstart their healing process
During your free consultation, we’ll discuss what format of EMDR is the best fit for you.
We can also explore a hybrid option, combining weekly sessions with occasional intensive sessions.
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The first step is to schedule a free 15-min consult. We’ll get to know each other and confirm if we’re a great fit to work together.
It’s important to feel comfortable with your therapist, and I want to make sure you feel comfortable with me before we move forward with EMDR work. I’m excited to connect with you!
Click HERE to schedule your free consult.
Logistics
I provide online EMDR therapy for adults in Colorado. Sessions take place via a secure video-conferencing platform, allowing you the flexibility of attending therapy from your home or other private space.
For EMDR Intensives, we’ll meet in my sensory-soothing office in Denver, Colorado.
Weekend & in-person availability for Intensives only.