About EMDR

Experience effective therapy that supports reduction in  distress and post trauma symptoms

Processing experiences that still feel unresolved

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a psychological therapy that can help the brain process distressing or traumatic experiences that continue to affect you.

When something overwhelming happens, memories can sometimes remain stored in a way that means they continue to trigger the same emotional or physical responses.

You may know that you’re safe now, but part of you can still feel as though you’re back there.

EMDR aims to help these experiences become less emotionally charged, so that they can become memories of something that happened rather than something that is still happening.

What happens in EMDR

EMDR is not simply about talking through your trauma.

  • History taking - We’ll begin by getting to know you and understanding what you’re experiencing. We’ll spend time developing resources and ways of managing difficult emotions before beginning trauma processing.
  • Processing - When you’re ready, I’ll guide you through the EMDR process while you focus on aspects of the experience. This may involve following bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements or alternating sounds.
  • Relief - Fading the emotional pain so the memory no longer triggers an activated somatic, emotional and cognitive response.

You remain in control throughout.

You don’t have to tell me every detail of what happened, and we’ll work at a pace that feels safe and manageable.

    Can EMDR help with PTSD?

    Yes. EMDR is an established treatment for PTSD and can help with experiences such as:

    • Intrusive memories or flashbacks
    • Nightmares
    • Hypervigilance or feeling constantly on alert
    • Avoidance
    • Strong emotional reactions to reminders
    • Feeling disconnected or emotionally numb
    • Shame, guilt or fear connected to what happened

    EMDR can also be helpful when distressing experiences don’t meet the criteria for PTSD but continue to affect your life.

    Childhood and Complex Trauma

    Trauma isn’t always one clearly defined event.

    For some people, the impact comes from experiences that happened repeatedly or over many years, particularly during childhood. This might include emotional neglect, abuse, unpredictable caregiving, feeling unsafe or having to adapt to difficult family circumstances.

    When trauma has been part of your life for a long time, EMDR may need to be approached more gradually.

    We’ll prioritise safety, stabilisation and building a strong therapeutic relationship before processing experiences.

    Why online EMDR therapy is effective

    Online EMDR therapy from the comfort of your own home. Online sessions provide the same effectiveness as in-person therapy, allowing you to process distressing experiences and reduce symptoms of PTSD, complex trauma, and other distressing memories in a safe and familiar environment.

    A secure specific online platform, Bilateral Base, ensures privacy and confidentiality, making it easier to commit to your healing journey without the added stress of travel or scheduling conflicts.

    You can access expert EMDR therapy and receive personalised care tailored to your needs, all while maintaining the flexibility that online therapy offers.