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EMDR Therapy
Discover peace and move forward with clarity.
Feeling overwhelmed with the weight of a late diagnosis?
Maybe you’ve tried talk therapy, but you’re still feeling stuck. Overwhelmed. Disconnected.
Any late-diagnosed person could tell you that growing up with undiagnosed ADHD, Autism, or other types of neurodivergence can leave some scars.
You might be thinking:
“I always thought something was wrong with me.”
“I wish I knew earlier that when things feel hard, I’m not being lazy.”
“I can’t believe how much of my life I’ve spent feeling not good enough.”
You may find yourself replaying messages from the past — things you’ve heard from parents, teachers, friends, partners, or coworkers. The negative self-talk is out of control, and you might be starting to believe this is just the way it is.
Maybe you’ve spent so much time trying to fit in, compensating for your ADHD or autistic traits, or masking your true self that you’ve lost touch with who you really are.
You’re ready to stop feeling…
Overwhelmed by negative self-talk
Disconnected from your true self
Stuck in a cycle of self-doubt
Worried about not being enough
Anxious about letting others down
EMDR can help you rediscover your authentic self.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based treatment method that helps people find relief from painful memories or experiences, and move forward with a sense of peace.
How EMDR Works
When we experience a painful or stressful event, our brain and body can become overwhelmed — causing the memory to become “stuck.”.
This can lead to:
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, sadness, guilt, or self-doubt
Difficulty managing emotions, especially in stressful situations
Chronic feelings of being not good enough
Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
Feeling lonely or disconnected from others
EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (usually tapping or eye movements) to change how painful memories are stored in the brain. It reduces the vividness and emotion linked to memories, so the brain can integrate them in a healthier, more balanced way.
The goal of EMDR is to help you shift your perspective on past events — and move forward with a renewed sense of peace and clarity.
My approach
You deserve to feel confident and at ease.
I take a compassionate, person-centered, neurodiversity-affirming approach to EMDR therapy. Together we’ll explore how your past experiences have shaped your current challenges and develop a plan to help you move forward.
I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can process events and emotions at your own pace. You’re in control of what, and how much, you share during our sessions.
One of the best parts of EMDR? We don’t need to talk about details of traumatic events for you to experience healing. Some people describe their experiences by saying things like “the thing that happened” or “that time when I was 8.”
I’m here to help you find peace, reconnect with your true self, and work toward a life of balance and fulfillment.
Is EMDR right for you?
EMDR may be a good fit for you if…
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You’ve tried talk therapy, but still feel stuck.
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You struggle with overwhelming emotions linked to negative self-talk or painful experiences.
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You’re ready to process the past experiences that still affect you today.
What to expect —
EMDR has 8 stages:
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We’ll start by building a trusting relationship. We’ll talk about where you’re feeling stuck and identify negative thoughts and memories that might be targets for EMDR processing.
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My priority is that you feel safe and supported during every session. During this stage, we’ll discuss what to expect with EMDR. I’ll teach you mindfulness and relaxation exercises that we might use during the process.
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We’ll identify an event to process. I’ll ask about your emotions and negative beliefs connected to the memory of the event.
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I’ll ask you to focus on the memory for short periods of time while I guide you through bilateral stimulation. I’ll check in with you throughout the process to see how you’re feeling. We’ll go at your pace, slowing down or taking a break if needed. You’ll be in control the entire time.
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When the memory no longer feels distressing, we’ll identify and strengthen a positive belief that you’d like to associate with the memory.
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I’ll ask you to think about the memory and the positive belief, while scanning your body for signs of tension or distress. This helps us ensure that the memory has been fully processed.
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We’ll make sure you feel calm and grounded by the end of each session, using relaxation exercises if necessary.
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At the start of the next session, we’ll discuss how you’re feeling and anything that has come up for you since we last met. We’ll create a plan for that session and continue with the process.
EMDR can help you…
Reframe negative beliefs about yourself
Create a sense of safety and stability in daily life
Reduce feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, and self-doubt
Improve your ability to manage stressful situations
Reconnect with your authentic self
At the end of the day, I want you to know:
You are not alone. We’ll work together to help you find peace, so you can move forward with clarity.
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If you feel like regular talk therapy hasn’t fully addressed overwhelming feelings of anxiety, stress, and overwhelm, EMDR might be a good fit. EMDR focuses on healing at the root — targeting and reprocessing past experiences to promote lasting change.
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The timeline can vary for each individual. EMDR is generally faster than talk therapy for processing trauma, but it’s not a quick fix. Some people notice a change in their anxiety or stress levels after a few sessions, while others need more time. We’ll work together throughout the process and develop a plan that works best for you.
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EMDR isn’t about fixing your brain — because it’s not broken. EMDR can help to address the emotional impact of neurodivergence, including masking, late diagnosis grief, feelings of inadequacy, social anxiety, or the stress of living in a world that wasn’t designed for you.
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No problem! We’ll adjust the process to fit what works best for you. That could mean spending more time focusing on the physical sensations or images from a memory.
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Navigate to the Contact page to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. You can learn more about EMDR therapy and see if we’d make a good team to work toward your goals.
Questions? I’ve got answers.
Frequently asked questions —
