EMDR is one of the most well-researched trauma therapeutic interventions. EMDR goes beyond typical talk therapy to help the body truly release the repeat triggering of the fight or flight response that becomes chronic with somebody with PTSD.
Virtual EMDR can be used for many other applications, addressing issues that involve intense physical overwhelm of emotions. Decades of research has shown that EMDR actually changes the brain and nervous system in ways that help reverse PTSD symptoms in the body and the brain. If you've done talk therapy and still feel that you still have residual issues, EMDR might be just what you need. If you are a first time trauma therapy consumer EMDR is probably a great place to start. And if you have tried EMDR in the past with incomplete results, I have training in additional protocols that can help even more challenging cases.
In my practice EMDR is almost always integrated into talk therapy. I am a holistic provider and use techniques including psychodynamic, internal family systems, CBT, DBT, family systems along with EMDR.
Where more cognitive or talk focused therapies allow clients to understand their lives and relationships, EMDR helps the body release deeply stored emotions like fear, panic, anxiety, sadness that are hard to just "think away." I don't split my sessions up EMDR vs. talk therapy, it's all just a 50 minute therapy session and we use whatever intervention is appropriate given the current presenting issue and goals.
EMDR treats many issues including
Types of trauma that I specialize in are:
I utilize a secure telehealth platform called Remotemdr. Remote emdr allows us to connect via video chat with embedded bilateral stimulation (BLS). BLS is the cornerstone of EMDR. The remote emdr platform allows me to control BLS using eye movements or auditory tones. If a client wishes, they can purchase a product called bi-tapp tappers, with my affiliate code for a discount, that I can use for BLS tapping during sessions and you can utilize the tappers between sessions. The tappers are not required and there is no charge to access Remote EMDR, it is included in your session fee. Learn More
Clients can opt to purchase bi-tapp tappers to use during our sessions and for self-care at home. Together we pair the tappers and I am able to control the BLS during your EMDR sessions. Clients can also use the bi-tapp tappers between sessions for relaxation, anxiety, insomnia, meditation and self-care. They are an amazing investment in your self-care and healing!
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The benefits of doing virtual EMDR at home are immense. Online EMDR allows clients to eliminate travel time making teletherapy a more convenient and economical way to heal. EMDR providers are in short supply and in some areas there are no EMDR providers so I am able to provide EMDR to clients in areas of California where there may be no EMDR providers available. Additionally, doing EMDR from your home in California allows you to process your trauma from the peace and safety of your home while connecting securely and intimately with your provider. Online trauma therapy makes treating ptsd more convenient and effective for clients throughout California.